Karolinska Institute

Description We are inviting applications for a Post-doctoral Associate in the Division of Social Science at NYU Abu Dhabi from individuals who have or will soon receive a PhD in Economics focusing on Macro, Labor and/or Development Economics. The appointment is for 2 years and will begin September 1, 2026, subject to final budget approval and UAE visa acquisition by the prospective post-doctoral candidate. The post-doctoral associate will spend half their time on independent research, and half their time on collaborative research with Professor Pauline Corblet and Professor Samreen Malik. The collaborative research will be on labor and education economics with a particular focus on structural models tied with labor market surveys to study the role of beliefs in the labor market in both developed and developing economies. We seek a candidate with expertise in both empirical and theoretical economics, with good coding skills. The role will involve designing surveys, working with existing datasets, and applying structural models relating to human capital development and labor markets. The position does not require teaching, but it may be possible to get teaching experience for compensation. For consideration, applicants must submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae with a full working paper and publication list, statement of research interests, job market paper, transcript and two letters of reference, all in PDF format. If you have any questions, please email pauline.corblet@nyu.edu or samreen.malik@nyu.edu. Working for NYUAD To help Post-doctoral Associates and faculty thrive, we offer a comprehensive benefits package.This starts with a generous relocation allowance to ensure a smooth transition to Abu Dhabi. It includes a competitive salary; housing and transportation allowances; educational assistance for your dependents attending school in the UAE; and access to health and wellness services. Click here for more information on benefits for you and your family. About NYU Abu Dhabi 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 the opportunity Murdoch University is seeking to appoint its next Dean for the School of Law and Criminology, a significant academic leadership role at a values-driven Australian university with a strong commitment to justice, inclusion and public purpose. The Dean is the academic and strategic leader of the School of Law and Criminology, with responsibility for academic quality, people leadership, performance, culture and reputation. Reporting to the Pro Vice Chancellor (Law, Arts and Social Sciences), the Dean plays a central role in shaping the future direction of the School and contributing to leadership across the College and University. The School of Law and Criminology is a nationally and internationally recognised centre of teaching, research and engagement, with established strengths in human rights, constitutional and public law, clinical legal education, criminology, policing and justice. As a distinctive, integrated School, it brings together legal scholars and criminologists in an interdisciplinary environment that connects legal reasoning with real-world justice challenges. Teaching is delivered across Murdoch's campuses in Perth, Singapore and Dubai, reflecting a strong global orientation and commitment to transnational education. The Dean will lead a School of approximately twenty-five academic staff, supported by a large cohort of casual and honorary staff. Working closely with Associate Deans, Academic Chairs and professional colleagues, the Dean will guide the development of future-facing programs, strengthen research culture, build partnerships with the legal profession, justice agencies and community organisations, and ensure a high-quality, student-centred experience. This appointment offers the opportunity to lead a collegial and intellectually engaged community, to shape law and criminology education for a changing world, and to advance Murdoch's mission of social justice, access and impact. About you You will be a respected academic leader with the credibility, judgement and interpersonal capability to lead a School spanning law and criminology. You will bring a record of scholarly or professional achievement appropriate to appointment at Associate Professor or Professor level, together with experience in academic leadership, people management and governance within complex organisations. You will demonstrate the ability to set and deliver a clear, future-focused academic strategy, including the renewal and growth of programs aligned to student needs, professional expectations and University priorities. You will lead with care and clarity, fostering a high-performing, inclusive and supportive culture, and supporting the development of both established and emerging leaders. Collaborative in style, you will be an effective communicator and trusted representative of the School, able to build constructive relationships across disciplines, professions, industry, government and the community. A strong commitment to student-centred values, equity and inclusion, academic integrity and public purpose will be central to your approach. About Murdoch University Founded in 1974, Murdoch University was established with a distinctive mission to challenge convention, broaden access to higher education and ensure that knowledge serves society. That ethos continues to shape a collegial culture grounded in integrity, respect and inclusion. Located in Perth, Western Australia, Murdoch operates across campuses in Perth, Singapore and Dubai, with a strong international orientation and deep local engagement. Guided by its strategic framework Ngala Kwop Bidi - Building a Brighter Future, Together, Murdoch is committed to delivering inclusive and transformative education, research with real-world impact, sustainability and reconciliation with First Nations peoples. Murdoch values how its people work together as much as what they achieve, and seeks leaders who are thoughtful, collaborative and principled in their approach. How to Apply Odgers is assisting Murdoch University with this appointment and applications should be submitted through their website at www.odgers.com/95807. Please see the Candidates' Pack for detailed information regarding this role, selection criteria and how to apply. For a confidential conversation please contact Dr Alistair Clark on or Sophie Malone on +61 2 8905 3703 or . Applications close: Thursday, 7 May 2026.

Ref.: 534149 Work type: Full-time Department: Department of Pharmacology and Pharmacy (21300) Categories: Senior Research Staff & Post-doctoral Fellow Post-doctoral Fellow in Drug Delivery, Nanomedicine & Advanced Therapeutics at the Department of Pharmacology and Pharmacy (several posts) (Ref.: 534149)  We now invite applicants to join the Science, technology, engineering, and mathematics Lab of Drug Delivery, Nanomedicine & Advanced Therapeutics at the Department of Pharmacology and Pharmacy, LKS Faculty of Medicine. We are looking to recruit a number of highly motivated postdoctoral fellows, PhD students, a lab technician and a research officer to join the international lab of Professor Khuloud Al-Jamal, a Chair of Drug Delivery and Nanomedicine. The aim of our lab is to use nanotechnology to better understand, diagnose and treat diseases with particular interests in cancer and neurodegenerative diseases. We are a highly collaborative and multidisciplinary lab eager to create an impact on people’s lives taking research a step beyond the lab. Research projects we are looking to pursue are in the areas of extracellular vesicles & cell therapy, immunotherapy, nucleic acids therapeutics for brain cancer and neurodegenerative diseases. Duties and Responsibilities: Design and develop small molecules, nucleic acids and peptide therapeutics. Design, prepare and characterize nanoparticles. Employ state-of-the-art techniques to assess the physicochemical properties of nanoparticles, ensuring their stability, drug release kinetics, encapsulation efficiency and electron microscopy imaging. Integrate innovative approaches to enhance the specificity and efficiency of advanced therapeutics, with a particular emphasis on addressing challenges related to tissue penetration and targeted delivery. Conduct cell culture studies using cell lines, primary cultures and/or patients' tissues for efficacy evaluation. Conduct in vivo studies, including administration of nanoparticles, monitoring fate, therapeutic response, and assessing the impact on disease progression. Develop relevant disease models to assess therapeutic efficacy of a specific treatment. Demonstrate understanding of the disease pathology for better design of advanced therapeutics. Coordinate with clinical collaborators to obtain ethical approvals and obtaining human tissue samples for subsequent studies. Engage in collaborative projects both internally and externally. Periodically report progress to PI, co-investigators, project collaborators, and project funder. Initiate and contribute to grant writing activities. Write study-specific procedures for analytical methods, protocols, and reports and provide training on processes and equipment. Supervise and co-supervise undergraduate and postgraduate students. Disseminate research findings through the preparation of research articles and presentations at international conferences. Foster an agile and friendly working environment within the research group. Requirements: Education and Expertise: Ph.D. in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Pharmacology, Biology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Immunology, Bioengineering, Chemistry, Data Science or related fields. Post-doctorate experience preferred. Proven track record in conducting high-quality biological or chemical research. Demonstrated history of writing reports and scientific articles based on research results. Research Skills: Strong background in various research areas including pre-clinical studies, image-guided delivery, nucleic acid therapeutics, targeting and therapeutic aptamers/peptides, immunotherapy, RNA biology, nose-to-brain delivery, blood brain barrier targeting, nanoparticle formulation, peptide therapeutics, T cells therapy, extracellular vesicles, cancer vaccines, brain cancer, motor neuron disease, protein corona, hydrogels, and gene therapy/editing. Hands-on experience in advanced cell culture techniques and in vivo models. Proficiency in various cell and molecular biology experimentation techniques like PCR, gels, Western blotting, Immunohistochemistry, ELISA and flow cytometry, immune profiling. Experience in bioconjugations. Desirable Skills: Highly desirable skills include various in-vivo tracking modalities and imaging techniques for monitoring drug delivery dynamics. Additional advantageous skills involve working with patient tissue handling and culturing, surgical implantation of brain cancer, cryo-electron microscopy, transcriptome, proteome, single cell sequencing and bioinformatics, iPSC derived cells, tissue organoids and/or tissue slices, analytical techniques e.g. LC-MS, liquid scintillation, HPLC, MS, NMR. Administrative and Collaborative Skills: Ability to manage a research programme financially and administratively under the guidance of the Principal Investigator. Ability to work independently with excellent problem-solving skills, collaborate within a team, and supervise students. High attention to detail in experimental design and execution with a willingness to adapt to new procedures and undergo further training as necessary. Language and Technical Competence: Excellent command of written and spoken English. Capable of writing grants and contributing to additional funding acquisition. Proficient in IT skills for efficient data management and communication within the research programme. What We Offer The appointment will commence as soon as possible on a temporary basis for 1 year, with the possibility of renewal up to 3 years subjected to satisfactory performance and funding availability. A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered. Other benefits include annual leave, medical benefits and free access to on-campus gyms and libraries. Those who have responded to the previous advertisement (Ref: 532606) need not re-apply. How to Apply The University only accepts online application for the above post(s). Applicants should apply online at the University’s Careers site (https://jobs.hku.hk) and upload an up-to-date C.V. Review of applications will start as soon as possible and continue until March 31, 2026 (extended to May 31, 2026), or until the post(s) is/are filled, whichever is earlier. The University is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to equality, ethics, inclusivity, diversity and transparency