Jaypee University of Engineering and Technology, Guna

Description The Center for Smart Engineering Materials (CSEM), New York University Abu Dhabi, seeks to recruit a post-doctoral associate to work on the development of high-sensitivity integrated photonics sensors in the Silicon Photonics (SiPh) platform. The successful applicant will drive an exciting project on the development of smart optical sensors for environmental monitoring in the oil & gas industry. Our photonics research lab has set modern tools for the design, testing, and optimization of photonic circuits. It is open for collaboration with researchers with a background in basic research to investigate new optical circuits and materials with specific optical, electrical, and mechanical properties. The specialty of this research project is advanced optoelectronics materials for sensing applications. The candidate will work in a multidisciplinary environment consisting of PhD-level scientists, graduate students, and undergraduate students. Applicants must have a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a related field. For consideration, applicants need to submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae with a full publication list, transcript, statement of research interests, and three letters of reference, all in PDF format. If you have any questions, please email Dr. Mahmoud Rasras at mr5098@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. About NYU Abu Dhabi https://nyuad.nyu.edu/en/ NYU Abu Dhabi is the first comprehensive liberal arts and research campus in the Middle East to be operated abroad by a major American research university. Times Higher Education ranks NYU among the top 30 universities in the world, making NYU Abu Dhabi the highest-ranked university in the UAE and MENA region. NYU Abu Dhabi has integrated a highly selective undergraduate curriculum across the disciplines with a world center for advanced research and scholarship. The university enables its students in the sciences, engineering, social sciences, humanities, and arts to succeed in an increasingly interdependent world and advance cooperation and progress on humanity’s shared challenges. NYU Abu Dhabi’s high-achieving students have come from over 120 countries and speak over 100 languages. Together, NYU's campuses in New York, Abu Dhabi, and Shanghai form the backbone of a unique global university, giving faculty and students opportunities to experience varied learning environments and immersion in other cultures at one or more of the numerous study-abroad sites NYU maintains on six continents. NYUAD is committed to upholding a culture of non-discrimination, anti-harassment, dignity, and mutual respect; providing equal access and opportunity; and fostering academic excellence in learning, research, and teaching. UAE Nationals are encouraged to apply.

Job Description THE INSTITUTE FOR INNOVATION AND TRANSLATION Chief Innovation Officer (25260577) Job Description The Chief Innovation Officer is expected to drive strategic growth and advance the University’s global stature by fostering a culture of innovation and active knowledge translation and transfer to generate impactful outputs. The appointee will identify emerging trends, lead cross-functional teams to foster strategic alliances, and secure various resources for technology translation and entrepreneurial ventures, with the objectives of advancing the University and its contributions in driving social, economic, and cultural impacts. Reporting to the President and Vice-Chancellor (PVC) and as a member of the University Officers, the appointee will work closely with other senior members on devising innovation and knowledge transfer strategies and will oversee the Institute for Innovation and Translation and the Knowledge Transfer Office. Responsibilities: Culture Building & Ecosystem Development: Foster a forward‑thinking, collaborative, and entrepreneurial environment across disciplines, empowering faculty, staff, and students to generate transformative ideas and translate them into societal value; Global Positioning & Strategic Alliance: Build and deepen high‑level networks with industry, investors, government bodies, and community partners—locally, regionally (including the Chinese Mainland and Greater Bay Area), and globally—to accelerate commercialisation, attract new ventures, and expand innovation opportunities; Innovation & Technology Translation: Design and oversee robust processes for idea realisation, prototyping, validation, and technology translation, ensuring research outputs can evolve into viable products, services, or societal solutions; Facilitate Major Grant Application: Drive and facilitate major grant applications, particularly those requiring industry engagement and delivering market-impactful outcomes; Risk Governance & Resource Mobilisation: Evaluate innovation opportunities through a balanced risk–reward lens; secure, allocate, and manage financial, infrastructural, and human resources necessary to advance high‑impact initiatives; Knowledge Transfer & Entrepreneurship Advancement: Spearhead the development and rollout of the University’s knowledge‑transfer and entrepreneurship strategy—including intellectual property management, technology licensing, contract research, consultancy, and incubation of start‑ups/spin‑offs—to maximise industry relevance and societal benefit; and Special Initiatives and Other Duties: To lead and execute any special initiatives and / or other duties as required by the President and Vice-Chancellor (PVC). Requirements: Possess a postgraduate degree preferably a doctoral degree in science disciplines with extensive professional track record and proven credentials; Possess business and entrepreneurial experience, with proven ability to turn university innovations and intellectual properties into sustainable, revenue-generating, or impact-driven solutions; Have a deep understanding and experience in higher education sector and possess demonstrated track record in fostering multidisciplinary university business development, impactful grant applications, technology translation and transfer, commercialisation and entrepreneurship; Possess excellent global networks and communication and interpersonal skills to engage diverse stakeholders, including but not limited to academia, research institutes, government organisations, industry, investors, to supranational organisations; Holds track record in leading and facilitating high impact projects locally, and globally; Possess experience in management of institutional intellectual properties, policy formulation and governance; Be experienced in leading cross-functional teams and driving changes in a complex environment; and Be fluent in English and Chinese (written and spoken), with a high level of Putonghua proficiency strongly preferred. The initial appointment will be offered on a fixed-term contract of 3 years, with renewal subject to mutual consent. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Application procedure: Applicants are invited to submit their applications at the HKBU e-Recruitment System. Those who are not invited for interview 8 weeks after submission of application may consider their applications unsuccessful. Details of the University's Personal Information Collection Statement can be found at https://hro.hkbu.edu.hk/en/worklife-at-hkbu/employee-favourable-environment.html#privacy-policy. The University reserves the right not to make an appointment for the post advertised, and the appointment will be made according to the terms and conditions applicable at the time of offer. Review of applications is ongoing until the position is filled.

SBU/Department: School of Health, Medicine and Life Science FTE: 1.0 FTE (37 hours per week) Duration of Contract: Fixed Term (2 years) Salary: UH7 £38,784 pa to £46,049 pa by annual increments on achieving designated skills and experience Annual Leave: 35 days plus standard public holidays and an additional 4 days, including the closure of our office between Christmas and New Year Location: College Lane Campus This fellowship offers a unique opportunity to apply cutting-edge AI techniques to real-world challenges in health, medicine, and the life sciences. This is an ideal role for a technically strong, forward-thinking researcher who wants to drive meaningful innovation, champion ethical AI, and make a tangible difference to health and biomedical research. Main duties and responsibilities You will design and validate AI models across diverse domains, from clinical trials and pharmaceutical research to biomedical analytics, biomechanics, and sports science, while delivering high-impact demonstrations that showcase the power of AI in practice. Working closely with senior academics, students, and external partners, you will help embed AI into interdisciplinary projects, shape the School’s AI capability, and contribute to grant writing, publications, and international collaborations. You will also play a key role in building AI capacity through training workshops, student supervision, and active participation in academic life. Skills and experience required You will have practical experience in research teams, scholarly publications, conference presentations, and robust coding practices, including version control and reproducible data pipelines. Proficiency in Python, ML frameworks such as TensorFlow or PyTorch, statistical analysis, and strong IT skills are essential. You will thrive under tight deadlines, handling sensitive data with confidentiality, and have a methodical, detail-oriented approach. You will have excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills, combined with adaptability, initiative, and commitment to continuous learning. Public engagement experience is desirable. Qualifications required We’re looking for a talented AI researcher with a degree or equivalent level 6 qualification, or higher qualification in a relevant discipline, as well as a PhD (or equivalent level 8 qualification) in AI, Data Science, Computer Science, Biomedical Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience. Please view the job description and person specification for a full list of the duties and essential criteria. Please attach a personal statement showing clearly how your skills and experience match the person specification. Internal applicants – please ensure you apply via your employee self-service portal. An appointment to this role may require an Academic Technology Approval Scheme (ATAS) certificate. Please note, this post cannot be visa sponsored unless you can evidence a PhD / Doctorate. Contact Details/Informal Enquiries: Rich Callaghan (Associate Dean for Research) r.callaghan@herts.ac.uk Closing Date: 26 March 2026 Interview Date: TBC Reference Number: REQ000550 Our vision is to transform lives: UH is committed to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion and building a diverse community. We welcome applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of their protected characteristics and recognise that there are different ways applicants may achieve the criteria in this document. We offer a range of employee benefits, including generous annual leave, flexible location opportunities within the UK, discounted Sports Village memberships, free Active Staff sessions, personal and professional development, and family-friendly policies. #GoHerts