Imam Ja’afar Al-Sadiq University

Full time, fixed term appointment for 12 months, with the possibility of extension Exciting opportunity to join the School of Medical Sciences as a Postdoctoral Research Associate investigating the Neurochemistry of Ageing Base Salary starting at $113,400 + 17% superannuation About the opportunity The School of Medical Sciences is recognised as one of the leading centres for medical science research and education. With over 100 years of excellence, the school is committed to advancing knowledge, training future leaders, and delivering impactful research across a range of disciplines. The Lipid Metabolism and Neurochemistry research team is seeking a postdoctoral researcher to contribute to a research program investigating why humans lose myelin with ageing and how this sensitizes us to neurodegenerative diseases of ageing. This is a molecular and cellular research project that is expected to generate new insights into brain metabolism, how glial cells and neurons communicate, and how these processes break down in the ageing brain. You will work in one of the leading research teams in brain metabolism, supervised by Prof Anthony Don. This position will be based at the University of Sydney's Charles Perkins Centre, an outstanding collaborative research environment. Your key responsibilities will be to: conduct laboratory research and data analysis, making significant contributions to our understanding of brain metabolism and cell biology prepare research findings for publication in high quality journals present your research at conferences develop and refine independent research skills under the supervision of senior academic staff maintain excellent research and data records provide informal mentoring and advice to students carry out administrative tasks and contribute to faculty or school meetings contribute to a positive workplace culture that values diversity of thought, collaboration, excellence, and achievement of outcomes understand and contribute to furthering the university and faculty or school strategic agenda undertake other duties and contribute to projects appropriate within the classification level as required. About you PhD in a relevant field such as neuroscience, biochemistry, or cell biology experience conducting and communicating biomedical research, evident as research publications and conference presentations developing research profile and publications in the discipline or area of expertise sound understanding and practical expertise in one or more of the fields of neuroscience, biochemistry, mass spectrometry, and/or cell biology. excellent planning, organisational, and time management skills strong interest in a career in scientific research. Pre-employment checks Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment. EEO statement At the University of Sydney, our shared values include diversity and inclusion and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community which reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this commitment through our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people living with a disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and those who identify as LGBTIQ. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds. How to apply Applications (including a cover letter, CV, and any additional supporting documentation) can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page. For employees of the University or contingent workers, please login into your Workday account and navigate to the Career icon on your Dashboard. Click on USYD Find Jobs and apply. For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or any documents in alternate formats, please contact Ajaypal Singh, Recruitment Operations by email to ajaypal.singh@sydney.edu.au. © The University of Sydney The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment. Click to view the Position Description for this role. Applications Close Friday 03 April 2026 11:59 PM

Beijing Normal-Hong Kong Baptist University (BNBU) now invites candidates for this position which is expected to be filled in September 2026: Professor/Associate Professor in Applied Psychology (Ref: FST260107) Job Description Candidates with expertise in psychology and neuroscience including but not limited to the following areas: Social Psychology, Developmental Psychology, Educational Psychology, Personality Psychology, Quantitative Psychology, Psychological Methods, Psychological Assessment, Cognitive Science, Cognitive Neuroscience, Industrial/Organizational Psychology, Human Factors, Consumer Psychology, Counselling/Clinical Psychology, Abnormal Psychology, Psychotherapy, or Psychopathology. Candidates in the areas of Counselling/Clinical Psychology, Abnormal Psychology, Psychotherapy, or Psychopathology will also be considered at Assistant Professor level. Job Requirements Candidates should have a PhD degree in the areas above. Successful candidates are expected to be committed to excellence in teaching at undergraduate and/or postgraduate levels in English. Candidates with demonstrable ability to undertake independent research leading to outcomes with a strong impact, such as publications in peer-refereed SCI/SSCI journals and scholarly presses will be considered as competitive candidates. Neuroscience-related research experience (e.g., fNIRS, EEG/MEG/iEEG, and/or fMRI) constitutes an advantage rather than a necessity. Academic rank will be determined in accordance with successful candidate’s experience and accomplishments. Benefits and Appointment Terms Commencing salaries will be commensurate with qualifications and relevant experience. Fringe benefits include housing allowance, leave and social insurance. Appointment to this position will initially be made on a fixed-term contract with mutual agreement. Closing Date: Open until filled Application Procedures *Please complete the job application form and upload the requested documents online https://hrapp.bnbu.edu.cn/recruit/job/vacancy/JobDetail/880.  All information provided will be treated in strictest confidence. *If you failed to submit your application online, please send your application by emailing to recruit@bnbu.edu.cn. Applications should include a curriculum vitae and a completed "Job Application Form" which can be downloaded from https://hro.bnbu.edu.cn/Job_Opportunities_/Application_Procedure.htm. Please indicate the position being applied for, including the field of expertise, level and reference number. The University reserves the right not to fill this position, or to extend the search until suitable candidates are identified or to make an appointment by invitation. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse environment.

Job Purpose The Professional Officers Division (POD) houses a centralized pool of academic staff under the Professional Officers scheme. Professional Officers come with specialised and deep technical skills acquired through extensive industry experience. They form the talent pool which brings a much-needed industry perspective to student learning. They facilitate applied learning and applied research in SIT, complementing the academic expertise of the faculty to bring industry practices and applications into the curriculum. Professional Officers leverage on their industry experiences to create authentic learning environments, where discovery and innovation take place. They act as coaches and mentors to students during practical learning activities such as laboratory sessions, Capstone Projects and the Integrated Work Study Programme (IWSP). Professional Officers could also lead or work with faculty on industry innovation projects to provide solutions to the industry. In addition to their role in applied learning and applied research, Professional Officers manage the centralised laboratory facilities and resources in SIT. With Technical Officers, laboratory safety professionals, and administrators in POD, they jointly develop central policies and processes for the safe and seamless operation of laboratories in SIT. Key Responsibilities Design and teach labs & practice modules. Mentor students in Capstone Projects and the Integrated Work Study Programme (IWSP). Lead or co-lead innovation projects with industry. Manage labs and equipment to support academic programmes and applied research. Ensure safety in labs. Job Requirements Education & Certifications: Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Cybersecurity, Information Security, or related fields from a recognized University. Industry certifications like OSCP, CISSP, or CEH are a plus. Experience: At least 5+ years of experience in security analyst, preferably with exposure to cybersecurity applications. Proven experience as a Certified Security Analyst or in a related role, with a strong understanding of industry best practices, cybersecurity frameworks, IoT Security, OT Security, and Mobile Security. Strong understanding of cryptography, including symmetric and asymmetric cryptographic primitives, protocols, and PQC. Experience with adversarial machine learning techniques and defenses. Clear understanding of information security principles and the cyber technology landscape. Ability to develop and enforce security policies, conduct security awareness training, and stay updated on emerging cyber threats and hacker methodologies. Experience in developing and enhancing frameworks or standard operating procedures (SOPs) for handling cybersecurity incidents in different industries. Soft Skills & Mindset: Passionate about cybersecurity, technically hands-on, willing to learn, and curious about the inner workings of Enterprise/OT/Telecommunications technologies and exploiting their vulnerabilities. Strong interest in supporting research and academic projects, with the ability to adopt and manage new security technologies. Willingness to pursue professional certifications in cybersecurity governance, such as CISSP, OSCP, CSSP (Industry certifications are an added advantage). Actively participate in cybersecurity-related projects or organizations, such as CSIRT (Computer Security Incident Response Team), ISACA, or ISC2.