Keele University

Position Details Continuing | Full -Time Higher Education Officer Level 10 | $147,656 - $156,497 Location: Bedford Park / Kaurna Country View Position Description About the Role  This is an exciting opportunity for a strategic and people-focused leader to shape the future of Cloud and Infrastructure Services at Flinders. In this role, you will have the chance to lead a high-performing team, influence enterprise-wide technology direction, and drive reliable, sustainable services that support the University’s digital ambitions. You will play a key role in leading change, strengthening strategic partnerships, improving services, and delivering meaningful outcomes across the organisation, all while helping your team grow and succeed. As a key leader in the larger IDS team, some of your position responsibilities are: Providing University-wide strategic leadership across the broader technology landscape, shaping the direction of foundational digital capabilities that extend beyond the Cloud & Infrastructure Services team, ensuring digital infrastructure decisions are integrated, forward-looking, and aligned with enterprise architecture and institutional strategy. Strategic oversight of key cloud & infrastructure initiatives, ensuring alignment with the University’s digital vision and roadmap. This includes working in close collaboration with leaders and specialists across IDS to ensure that Cloud & Infrastructure Services activities are effectively integrated with broader divisional priorities such as infrastructure, platforms, cyber security, and emerging technologies supporting a unified, strategy-led approach to digital service delivery. Developing business cases for new or enhanced technologies and solutions to support the delivery of the roadmap Managing day-to-day vendor interactions and relationships using sound commercial judgement in accordance with University procurement policies. Leading the establishment and continuous improvement of an agile based approach to manage, refine, and prioritise the activity backlog based on relevant customer and IDS priorities. Balancing the need to support day to day operations in a stable and reliable manner, with the need to undertake functional enhancements and new features for customers. For a more comprehensive list, please review the Position Description  About You An experienced team manager, you are well versed in leading a team to its full potential, including high level interpersonal and relationship management skills and the ability to manage staff performance, along with resource management to inform capacity planning, professional development, staff support and wellbeing, staff recruitment and other staffing matters. You possess advanced strategic thinking, planning and analytical skills and actively contribute to achieve outcomes and goals, and possess extensive experience of senior level leadership interactions, including the requirement to report up the appropriate level. Keys to your success include: Extensive experience in building and managing customer relationships in a strategic and long-term context. Our major vendors include Microsoft, AWS, RedHat, Cisco, HP, Dell, NetApp, Hitachi or EMC to ensure successful delivery of products and services. Proven experience in agile ways of working including exposure to scaled agile methodologies and/or collaborating and delivering through a matrix structure High level interpersonal influence and demonstrated ability to negotiate and communicate effectively with staff and customers across a diverse organisation particularly during the design, management and implementation of customer solutions. Solid experience of contract management and financial consideration and impacts, background of dealing with complex procurement, legal and vendor obligations with a financial mindset. Higher education experience is advantageous, however, it is expected that the successful candidate will hold an appropriate tertiary qualification in Information Technology or relevant technical area, and / or equivalent relevant experience in an IT environment. About IDS IDS are a pivotal resource of the University, providing information and digital technology services and support to the Flinders University staff and student community. The IDS team apply technical expertise to support university projects and provide core services such as the IDS Service Desk, Audio visual, simulation and event services, Information security and identity access management services and more. We do what’s right, even when it’s hard. We back ourselves and each other. We imagine better ways and make them happen. We aim high & keep improving. Life at Flinders We're transforming and investing in people and facilities to create contemporary, stimulating, and satisfying learning and work environments that reflect our core values of excellence, innovation, courage, and integrity. Flinders is refocusing its strategic priorities with the aim of elevating its performance to be a top ten Australian university, and amongst the top 1% in the world. Reaching beyond the limits of buildings, borders, and backgrounds, ours is an inclusive culture that believes absolutely in equality and opportunity for all. We don't just accommodate differences; we embrace and celebrate them. So, why work at Flinders? 17% Superannuation + salary packaging options Flexible working arrangements Awarded the AHEIA Higher Education Award for Workplace Culture Excellence due to our commitment to wellbeing through our Thriving@Flinders staff wellbeing program Wide range of professional development activities and services, including exclusive staff study offers  We embrace diversity and promote equity and inclusion for all students and staff, as shown through our three SAGE Cygnet Awards. Vibrant campus life and amenities including on campus health care services, gym and childcare centre(Bedford Park, South Australia). Our Commitment to Reconciliation and Indigenous Employment  Flinders University is proud to be an organisation that is committed to our Reconciliation Action Plan and Indigenous Workforce Strategy. Our vision is to be a preferred employer for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. We are committed to progressing Indigenous advancement in education, research, employment, and wellbeing, and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples for all Flinders vacancies.  Please see here for our Reconciliation Action Plan Please see here for our Indigenous Workforce Strategy   Prescribed Conditions for Employment Flinders University is committed to providing a safe, respectful and inclusive environment, free from gender‑based violence. Appointment to this role is conditional on the completion of required pre‑employment checks and declarations, each of which must be satisfactory to the University. This includes a Gender‑Based Violence declaration, in accordance with the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender‑Based Violence (2025), and a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check. How to Apply and Information  In addition to uploading your CV, please submit a Suitability statement, addressing the key position capabilities from theposition description. For more information regarding this position, please contact Tristan Bibbo Applications to be submitted before 10:00 pm (ACDT) Wednesday 1 July 2026. Please note, late applications and applications sent via agencies will not be accepted.  At Flinders we embrace and celebrate diversity and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people of all ages, ethnicities, abilities, sexual orientations, and gender identities.  Flinders University is committed to providing an environment where staff with disability are valued, supported and encouraged, and are able to, as far as practicably possible, participate fully and independently in the life of the University. If you require any reasonable adjustments to assist you in the selection process, including being accompanied by an accredited assistance animal with public access rights as per the Disability Policy, please advise the contact the Recruitment Team so that we can make appropriate arrangements through recruitment@flinders.edu.au or call 08 8201 2383. 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Lead transformational blood cancer research with national reach and international influence, supported by a landmark partnership with the Leukaemia Foundation. Full-time appointment on a five-year fixed-term basis. The University of Western Australia, in partnership with the Leukaemia Foundation, is seeking an internationally recognised academic leader to be appointed as the Leukaemia Foundation Tony Fini Chair in Blood Cancer. This newly created position represents a unique opportunity to shape the future of blood cancer research nationally and globally. The successful candidate will be an outstanding researcher and leader in blood cancer or related blood disorders, with a distinguished record of research excellence, competitive grant success, translational impact and academic leadership. You will lead an ambitious, internationally competitive research program with a strong focus on prevention, early detection and diagnostics, areas traditionally underrepresented in blood cancer research. We welcome applications from both clinician researchers and laboratory-based researchers across discovery and translational research, including those focused on adult or paediatric populations. Reporting to the Head of the UWA Medical School (for clinician researchers) or the School of Biomedical Sciences (for laboratory-based researchers), the Chair will build and lead a high-performing, inclusive research team, supervise higher degree research students, mentor early- and mid‑career academics, and foster interdisciplinary collaboration across UWA, Medical Research Institutes and external partners. There may be scope for concurrent clinical practice, subject to agreement with the WA Department of Health. You will play a key role in strengthening UWA’s relationship with the Leukaemia Foundation, representing both organisations nationally and internationally, and contributing to strategic partnerships with competitive funding bodies, philanthropy, government, industry and the community. You will be recognised as a trusted advocate and spokesperson for blood cancer research, capable of communicating complex scientific concepts to diverse audiences. For more information, please see the Candidate Information Booklet - Leukaemia Foundation Chair in Blood Cancer.pdf To discuss the role in confidence, please contact Professor Helen Wilcox at helen.wilcox@uwa.edu.au and Bill Stavreski at bstavreski@leukaemia.org.au Note: Employment checks will include information on gender-based violence, sexual harassment, and related misconduct to meet legal obligations. A current National Police Clearance and Working with Children Check will be required by the successful applicant. International applicants are welcome, and visa sponsorship may be available. How to apply Please apply online via the Apply Now button and address the selection criteria in your submission in a separate document. For information to assist you with compiling statements to answer the selection criteria, please visit Addressing the selection criteria. You may submit a statement describing any personal circumstances relevant to your application. This can include academic/professional interruptions or achievements relative to opportunity. Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Sunday, 12 July 2026 About the University The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, supported by the freedom to innovate and inspire, there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top university. Learn more about us Our commitment to inclusion and diversity UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We are committed to fostering a safe environment for all, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community, and people living with disability. If you require any reasonable adjustments, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application. Alternatively, you can contact us for assistance during the recruitment process. If you have queries relating to your application, please contact the individual named in the advertisement. Alternatively, please contact Petrina Gomez at petrina.gomez@uwa.edu.au with details of your query. To enable a quick response, please include the 6-digit job reference number.

Description The Office of Global Education and its Community-based Global Learning (CBGL) Team at NYU Abu Dhabi invite applications for an Associate Academic Specialist - Community-based Global Learning position on a fixed-term, three-year contract. The Associate Academic Specialist will support faculty in designing community-based global learning activities for their semester, J-Term, and summer courses. The successful candidate will be responsible for instructional and academic-administrative support for courses featuring CBGL offered across the academic year. Principle Responsibilities Reviews syllabi to make recommendations for community-based global learning activities to faculty. Works on the development and finalization of CBGL activities during J-Term, summer, and regular semester programming Assists the faculty with instructional design of the activities and field work assignments  Identifies and cultivates experts and organizations in the UAE and the region who can serve as co-educators Conducts feasibility visits in the UAE to secure community partnership, inform instructional design, and assess risk/safety needs Organizes the logistics of the activities, including reservations, transportation, payments, permits, and health/safety management Facilitates students mobility including visa procurement, and purchasing of flight/train tickets as required.  Preparing the students and faculty for engagements in the UAE cultural and legal context through pre-departure orientations and cultural etiquette guidelines Organizing the Local Education Officers (LEO) program: selecting, training, and supervising student LEOs who assist the faculty member with implementing the CBGL activity  Supervises student assistantships Oversees and strategizes operational budget for stock taking, ordering, and management of gifts and other essentials for the office Supports the reporting for the CBGL Team Works collaboratively with NYUAD departments in the development of programs, working with established policy guidelines Develops programming materials such as presentation slides, reports, and handbooks Maintains the team Google Shared Drive and the Global Education shared drive Maintains a current overview of the literature on community-based learning, experiential learning, place-based learning, and discipline-specific fieldwork 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. Students are drawn from among the world’s best. They are bright, intellectually passionate, and committed to building a campus environment anchored in mutual respect, understanding, and care. The NYUAD undergraduate student body has garnered an impressive record of scholarships, graduate-school admissions, and other global honors. Graduate education is an area of growth for the University; the current graduate student population of over 100 students is expected to expand in the next decade as doctoral programs are developed. Working for NYUAD At NYUAD, we recognize that Abu Dhabi is more than where you work; it’s your home. In order for faculty/academic staff to thrive, we offer a comprehensive benefits package. This starts with a generous relocation allowance; educational assistance for your dependents; access to health and wellness services; and more. NYUAD is committed to faculty/academic staff success throughout the academic trajectory, providing support for ambitious and world-class research projects and innovative, interactive teaching approaches. Support for dual-career families is a priority. Visit our website for more information on benefits for you and your dependents. Qualifications We require applicants to have a bachelor’s degree and experience working with faculty and students at the tertiary education level. The ideal candidate will possess a deep passion for both social responsibility and adult learning, demonstrated through relevant academic qualifications and/or professional experience in education, community development, or related fields. Individuals with a higher degree interested in working in this academic support role will also be considered. An ideal applicant would be an excellent oral and written English communicator with a proven track record of designing and delivering engaging educational programs tailored to adult learners, with a keen understanding of effective instructional methodologies and best practices in adult education. Additionally, the candidate should exhibit strong interpersonal skills, empathy, and cultural competence, enabling them to effectively engage with diverse learner populations and foster a supportive learning environment. Application Instructions Applicants should submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and contact information for three references. We will begin reviewing applications immediately and continue on a rolling basis. Shortlisted candidates are expected to interview in the summer of 2026. We anticipate that successful candidates can start the appointment by September 1. If you have any questions, please e-mail nyuad.academicrecruitment@nyu.edu. NYUAD is an equal-opportunity employer. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates and seek individuals who will contribute to the excellence and vibrancy of our academic community. Join NYU Abu Dhabi, an exceptional place for exceptional people.  NYUAD values belonging and respect; such principles are fundamental to the university’s commitment to excellence. NYUAD is an equal-opportunity employer. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates and seek individuals who will contribute to our vibrant, multidisciplinary research and teaching community. Multidisciplinary research and exceptional teaching in a global campus community are hallmarks of the University’s mission. @WorkAtNYUAD #nyuadinstructorcareers