Humboldt University of Berlin

Description The Applied Interactive Multimedia laboratory in the Division of Engineering, New York University Abu Dhabi, seeks to recruit a motivated research or postdoctoral associate to lead the design, development, and validation of material, control systems, and algorithms for next-generation soft haptic actuators and experiences. Note that the research involves significant interactions with collaborators in material science. The developed technologies will be utilized to develop digital twin and soft robot-assisted simulations in the areas of brain machine interaction, wearable haptics, and rehabilitation. The successful applicant will have the following technical experience in: PhD degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Material Engineering (or related field) OR 3-5 years of industry experience (Research and Development). Significant experience in haptic technologies. Hands-on Lab Building and Rapid Prototyping of Novel Proof of Concepts (Extensive on-site lab work). Critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Team player with good communication skills. Proficiency in English. For consideration, applicants need to submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae with full publication list, statement of research interests, one letter of reference, and a transcript, all in PDF format. If you have any questions, please email Prof. Mohamad Eid at mohamad.eid@nyu.edu. The terms of employment are very competitive and include housing and educational subsidies for children. Applications will be accepted immediately and candidates will be considered until the position is filled. Please visit our website at http://nyuad.nyu.edu/en/about/careers/faculty-positions.html for instructions and information on how to apply. If you have any questions, please email: mohamad.eid@nyu.edu. About NYUAD: NYU Abu Dhabi is a degree-granting research university with a fully integrated liberal arts and science undergraduate program in the Arts, Sciences, Social Sciences, Humanities, and Engineering. NYU Abu Dhabi, NYU New York, and NYU Shanghai, form the backbone of NYU’s global network university, an interconnected network of portal campuses and academic centers across six continents that enable seamless international mobility of students and faculty in their pursuit of academic and scholarly activity. This global university represents a transformative shift in higher education, one in which the intellectual and creative endeavors of academia are shaped and examined through an international and multicultural perspective. As a major intellectual hub at the crossroads of the Arab world, NYUAD serves as a center for scholarly thought, advanced research, knowledge creation, and sharing, through its academic, research, and creative activities. EOE/AA/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disabled/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity Employer UAE Nationals are encouraged to apply

About us The Department of Informatics is looking to appoint a Lecturer in Agents & Multi-Agent Systems This is an exciting time to join us as we continue to grow our department and realise our vision of a diverse, inclusive and innovative Department of Informatics at one of the most prestigious universities in the UK. We seek applicants who will support us in our ambitions in inclusivity and diversity. As we continue to grow and strengthen our department, we are seeking to make two lecturer appointments in the areas of Agents & Multi-Agent Systems. We welcome applications from candidates who have an international profile in research in any of the following areas: distributed artificial intelligence, coordination and negotiation, game theory and mechanism design, multi-agent learning and reinforcement learning, agent-based modelling and simulation, autonomous decision-making, communication protocols, and applications in robotics, smart grids, and social networks. We consider computer science challenges from a broad perspective. Members of the department regularly publish in and sit on the program committees of top-tier and well-known venues in computer science and software engineering. Top-quality research establishes members of the Department as leaders in their fields. It is the research transformative aspect that provides the opportunity to serve society while supporting King’s as an outstanding institution in science and technology. The Department has strong links with industry, who engage with us in collaborative research projects We offer undergraduate and postgraduate education (in both computer science and artificial intelligence) catering for the needs of our students and the organisations in which they will work. It is essential that applicants have the enthusiasm and commitment needed to ensure the success of these programmes. The successful applicant for this post will be involved in delivering teaching in a core area of computer science. The successful candidate will be appointed to research group and will have the opportunity to contribute to cross-cutting hubs (see https://www.kcl.ac.uk/informatics/research/groups). Research collaboration across research groups, with departmental hubs and with other Departments in the Faculty and across the College is strongly encouraged. For further information about the Department of Informatics at King’s, please see https://www.kcl.ac.uk/informatics/about This is a full-time post (35 hours per week), and you will be offered on an indefinite contract. About the role Undertake a self-directed programme of research and scholarship at a level commensurate with current international standard. Enhance the research profile of the Department through academic outputs, including publications and scientific meetings, scholarship, academic and industrial collaboration, impact and other externally facing activities. Supervise and train postgraduate students and postdoctoral research staff to ensure their effective development. Enthusiastically contribute to academic management and support the administration and development of the department to further its education, research activities, and ambitions. Deliver an excellent student experience through innovative teaching and assessment methods for both undergraduate and postgraduate taught programmes, in core computer science and a specialism in computer science or artificial intelligence. Be responsible for the wellbeing and pastoral care of students, including acting as Personal Tutor. Engage with and contribute to department, faculty, and institutional level initiatives in accordance with strategy at all levels of the organisation. Actively promote and participate in equality, diversity, and collegiality. The above list of responsibilities may not be exhaustive, and the post holder will be required to undertake such tasks and responsibilities as may reasonably be expected within the scope and grading of the post. About you To be successful in this role, we are looking for candidates to have the following skills and experience: Essential criteria PhD in computer science or related field. Ability to define and lead a research area and a growing research record in core computer science area as evidenced by publications in high quality journals and conferences;[MA1] research experience and good reputation in relevant research field; potential to acquire research project funding; ability to supervise research students. Ability to teach undergraduate and postgraduate modules in core areas of computer science. Ability to make a significant contribution to administrative work. Desirable criteria Teaching and examining experience Experience in attracting external research funds Administrative experience Ability to build relationships and networks with colleagues and external stakeholders across the College and externally Downloading a copy of our Job Description Full details of the role and the skills, knowledge and experience required can be found in the Job Description document, provided at the bottom of the page. This document will provide information of what criteria will be assessed at each stage of the recruitment process. Further Information We pride ourselves on being inclusive and welcoming. We embrace diversity and want everyone to feel that they belong and are connected to others in our community. We are committed to working with our staff and unions on these and other issues, to continue to support our people and to develop a diverse and inclusive culture at King's. As part of this commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion and through this appointment process, it is our aim to develop candidate pools that include applicants from all backgrounds and communities. We ask all candidates to submit a copy of their CV, and a supporting statement, detailing how they meet the essential criteria listed in the person specification section of the job description. If we receive a strong field of candidates, we may use the desirable criteria to choose our final shortlist, so please include your evidence against these where possible. To find out how our managers will review your application, please take a look at our ‘How we Recruit’ pages. Grade and Salary: £53,947 to £63,350 per annum, including London Weighting Allowance Job ID: 133685 Close Date: 01-Feb-2026 Contact Person: Professor Elizabeth Black Contact Details: elizabeth.black@kcl.ac.uk

About us This is an exciting post, jointly funded by the Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology & Neuroscience (IoPPN), King’s College London, and South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust (SLAM). King’s College London is an internationally renowned university delivering exceptional education and world-leading research. The university is dedicated to driving positive and sustainable change in society and realising our vision of making the world a better place. The Strategic Vision 2029 looks forward to King’s College London’s 200th anniversary in 2029 and sets out ambitious plans in five key areas: Educating the next generation of change-makers Challenging ideas and driving change through research Giving back to society through meaningful service Working with our local communities in London Fostering global citizens with an international perspective The Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology & Neuroscience (IoPPN) is a Faculty of King's College London and the largest academic community in Europe devoted to the study and prevention of mental illness and brain disease. The Health Service and Population Research Department is a multi-disciplinary department, including clinical, social and health scientists, which conducts world-leading research to better understand and to improve mental health outcomes, systems, and care, particularly in disadvantaged and marginalised populations. The South London and Maudsley NHS Trust (SLaM) provides mental health care to the London Boroughs of Croydon, Lambeth, Lewisham, and Southwark, and is the largest provider of national and specialist mental health services in the UK. The two organisations have a rich history of collaborative working in research and its translation to best clinical practice. About the role This post is jointly funded by the Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology & Neuroscience (IoPPN), King’s College London, and South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust (SLAM). It is primarily based in the Health Service & Population Research (HSPR) Department, part of the School of Mental Health and Psychological Sciences, at the IoPPN. The successful candidate is expected to bring a portfolio of world-class research in a field of psychiatry relevant to HSPR, the IoPPN, and SLAM. Areas of particular interest to the Department include community psychiatry and youth mental health, but other areas will be considered for the right candidate. The successful candidate will have an international reputation in their field and have an established research programme, a track record of publications, grant income and research impact, and potential for significant future grant income. They will be expected to develop, support and foster a research team of mid and early career research staff and students and establish collaborations across the IoPPN and KCL and with clinical services within SLAM and the wider King’s Health Partners (KHP) community.  The successful candidate will have strong leadership, interpersonal and education skills, will champion an inclusive working environment, and will contribute to administrative activities and undergraduate and postgraduate teaching. This is a full time, and you will be offered an indefinite contract. About you To be successful in this role, we are looking for candidates to have the following skills and experience: Essential criteria Registered as a Specialist in Psychiatry on GMC Specialist Register in Psychiatry, or on international equivalent and eligible for inclusion. PhD or equivalent Doctoral qualification Established record of external grant funding and research grant delivery in the field of psychiatry. Track record of published research of an outstanding international quality in the field of psychiatry. Ability to deliver excellent quality undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and successful student supervision. Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team and across organizations. Experience in leading and managing a research team and demonstrated excellence in mentoring and supporting early career academics, clinical and non-clinical researchers. Commitment to delivering high-quality clinical services that are valued by patients. Commitment to research impact and dissemination of own work beyond academia, including, where applicable, translation into innovative clinical practice. Desirable criteria Section 12(2) Approval (UK applicants). International applicants can apply for this if successful. Downloading a copy of our Job DescriptionFull details of the role and the skills, knowledge and experience required can be found in the Job Description document, provided at the bottom of the page. This document will provide information of what criteria will be assessed at each stage of the recruitment process. Further information We pride ourselves on being inclusive and welcoming. We embrace diversity and want everyone to feel that they belong and are connected to others in our community. We are committed to working with our staff and unions on these and other issues, to continue to support our people and to develop a diverse and inclusive culture at King's. As part of this commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion and through this appointment process, it is our aim to develop candidate pools that include applicants from all backgrounds and communities. We ask all candidates to submit a copy of their CV, and a supporting statement, detailing how they meet the essential criteria listed in the advert. If we receive a strong field of candidates, we may use the desirable criteria to choose our final shortlist, so please include your evidence against these where possible. To find out how our managers will review your application, please take a look at our ‘How we Recruit’ pages. This post is subject to Disclosure and Barring Service and Occupational Health clearances. Grade and Salary: £109,725 - £145,478, plus £2,162 London Weighting Allowance per annum Job ID: 124285 Close Date: 11-Jan-2026 Contact Person: Sarah Byford Contact Details: sarah.byford@kcl.ac.uk