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Australia, Perth


	Join one of the world’s leading astronomy and astrophotonics research centres and contribute to cutting-edge laser communication technologies with applications in space, astronomy, national security and next-generation communications.
	Work on internationally significant research projects spanning atmospheric laser links, free-space optical communications, photonics and remote sensing technologies.
	Full-time (1 FTE) appointment on a fixed term basis for 18 months.
	Base salary range: Level A step 8, $116,866 p.a. plus 17% superannuation.


About the area

The International Centre for Radio Astronomy Research (ICRAR) is a high-profile joint venture between The University of Western Australia (UWA) and Curtin University, supported by the Western Australian Government. ICRAR is one of Australia’s largest astronomy institutions and a leading participant in the international Square Kilometre Array (SKA) project. The Centre has secured further funding through to 2030, supporting ambitious research programs across astronomy, engineering and advanced technologies.

The Astrophotonics Program brings together researchers from astronomy, physics and engineering to develop and deploy advanced photonic technologies. The team’s expertise includes highly stabilised timing and communication systems, transmitted via optical fibre networks and free-space laser links, with applications ranging from radio astronomy and space science to quantum technologies and national security.

Based at UWA’s picturesque Matilda Bay campus in Perth, you will join a collaborative and innovative research environment that supports flexible work arrangements and values work-life balance.

About the opportunity


	Conduct research and development on atmospheric laser communication links and advanced photonic systems for terrestrial and space applications.
	Design, build and test experimental hardware, undertake atmospheric modelling and simulations, and analyse research data to evaluate system performance.
	Support laboratory activities, field trials and technology deployments in collaboration with academic, industry, government and defence partners.
	Publish high-quality research outcomes in peer-reviewed journals and present findings at national and international conferences.
	Contribute to collaborative research projects, helping to generate impactful research outcomes and advance the objectives of the Astrophotonics Program.
	Support student research supervision and contribute to the collegial, governance and strategic activities of ICRAR and UWA.


About you 


	A PhD or close to completing a PHD in physics, astronomy, engineering, photonics, optics, telecommunications or a closely related discipline, with a demonstrated track record of research publication in peer-reviewed journals.
	Experience conducting experimental and/or computational research in a relevant scientific or engineering field, with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
	Knowledge or experience in areas such as free-space optical communications, laser systems, atmospheric propagation modelling, photonics or optical engineering.
	Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams and build productive relationships with academic, industry and government collaborators.
	A demonstrated commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion, with the ability to contribute positively to student supervision, team activities and the broader research community.


Note: Employment checks will include information on gender-based violence, sexual harassment, and related misconduct to meet legal obligations. Occasional domestic and international travel may be required to meet job requirements. Some after hours work will be required to attend meetings across time zones.

Position description: Research Associate (Laser Links) - 524009.pdf

To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Professor Sascha Schediwy at sascha.schediwy@uwa.edu.au

For enquiries on the recruitment process, please contact Talent Advisor at zen.huang@uwa.edu.au

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 Monday, 10 August 2026

This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.

Benefits 


	Flexible working options.
	Generous paid leave including parental leave.
	Up to 17% employer paid superannuation.
	Salary packaging available.
	Incremental progression based on 12 months continuous service.
	Up to 25% discount on eligible UWA full-fee courses.
	Discounted health insurance.
	Employee Assistance Program.


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 the Talent team at people@uwa.edu.au with details of your query. To enable a quick response, please include the 6-digit job reference number.


The University of Western Australia

United Kingdom, Bedford

Organisation: Cranfield University
Faculty or Department: People and Culture
Based at: Cranfield Campus, Cranfield, Bedfordshire
Hours of work: 37 hours per week, normally worked Monday to Friday. Flexible working will be considered.
Contract type: Permanent
Salary: Full time starting salary is normally in the range of £29,363 to £30,119 per annum
Apply by: 16/08/2026

Role Description

We welcome applications from passionate and committed individuals to join our team.

About the Role

An opportunity has arisen for a vetting professional to join our Compliance team. You will deliver a partnering service to key customers across the University, providing first-class customer service and proficient business-focused advice and support. You will play a key role in ensuring we recruit safely, efficiently, and in line with our high standards. The role will have regular, close liaison with the University’s Security Controller.

Our People and Culture Compliance team provides a range of vetting services, a business-critical function, and is increasingly important given the nature of Cranfield’s work and strategic partnerships. The primary purpose of this role is to provide a focus of expertise for security and other vetting for the University and its subsidiaries, via support to screening and security clearance processes. You will be key in identifying and assessing risks so that effective vetting decisions are made and, when appropriate, risk mitigation measures are put in place.

The Compliance Advisor will work closely with the Senior Business Partner – Immigration and Security, and the Security Working Group, in supporting a variety of activities, including but not limited to:


	Providing advice to staff and candidates on security vetting and pre-screening clearance procedures.
	Coordinating vetting clearances for the Cranfield, MK:U and Shrivenham sites, including BPSS, Security Clearance, Developed Vetting and DBS.
	Ensuring security clearance applications are complete, appropriate, and processed within agreed timescales.
	Recording and maintaining security clearance data on our Cranfield Secure database.
	Producing and monitoring reports in order to inform internal University stakeholders about security vetting procedures.
	Monitoring and responding to queries in the Security inbox.
	Conducting research into best practices and using this to inform Cranfield’s ongoing adherence to the relevant security standards, currently IPSA.
	Representing People and Culture security and compliance on the relevant working groups.
	Providing wider support to the People and Culture team where required.


About You

You will have excellent communication and problem-solving skills, be organised and detail focused, and demonstrate a practical, proactive and flexible approach to your work. You should have the ability to prioritise and to cope under pressure at busy times whilst keeping to deadlines. Teamworking skills and a focus on customer service are also essential. You will initially need to undergo Security Clearance, if not already held.

About Us

As a specialist postgraduate university, Cranfield’s world-class expertise, large-scale facilities and unrivalled industry partnerships are creating leaders in technology and management globally. Learn more about Cranfield and our unique impact here.

The People and Culture service provides a framework for the management and development of our people and organisation, which underpins the University’s strategic plan and objectives. The People and Culture Professional Service Unit includes resourcing, talent management and development, compliance, administration, data management, policy development, employee relations, organisational change, performance enhancement, Equality, Diversity & Inclusion, and embedded people operational management.

Our Values and Commitments

Our shared, stated values help to define who we are and underpin everything we do: Ambition; Impact; Respect; and Community. Find out more here.

We aim to create and maintain a culture in which everyone can work and study together and realise their full potential. We are a Disability Confident Employer. We are committed to actively exploring flexible working options for each role and have been ranked in the Top 30 family friendly employers in the UK by the charity Working Families. Find out more about our key commitments to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion and Flexible Working here.

Working Arrangements

Collaborating and connecting are integral to so much of what we do. Our Working Arrangements Framework provides many staff with the opportunity to flexibly combine on-site and remote working, where job roles allow, balancing the needs of our community of staff, students, clients and partners.

How to apply 

For an informal discussion about this opportunity, please contact Tracy Tobin, Senior Business Partner – Immigration and Security, on (E): t.tobin@cranfield.ac.uk

Please do not hesitate to contact us for further details on (E): peoplerecruitment@cranfield.ac.uk. Please quote reference number 5352.

Closing date for receipt of applications: 16 August 2026

Please note that we reserve the right to close this advert prior to the stated closing date should we receive sufficient numbers of applications. Therefore, we would encourage you to complete and submit your application as soon as possible.


Cranfield University

Morocco

About Mohammed VI Polytechnic University (UM6P)

Mohammed VI Polytechnic University (UM6P) is an internationally oriented institution of higher learning, that is committed to an educational system based on the highest standards of teaching and research in fields related to the sustainable economic development of Morocco and Africa. UM6P is an institution oriented towards applied research and innovation. On a specific focus on Africa, UM6P aims to position these fields as the forefront and become a university of international standing.

More than just a traditional academic institution, UM6P is a platform for experimentation and a pool of opportunities, for students, professors, and staff. It offers a high-quality living and study environment thanks to its state-of-the-art infrastructure. With an innovative approach, UM6P places research and innovation at the heart of its educational project as a driving force of a business model.

In its research approach, the UM6P promotes transdisciplinary, entrepreneurship spirit and collaboration with external institutions for developing up to date science and at continent level in order to address real challenges.

All our programs run as start-ups and can be self-organized when they reach a critical mass. Thus, academic liberty is promoted as far as funding is developed by research teams.

The research programs are integrated from long-term research to short-term applications in linkage with incubation and start-up ecosystems.

About the Chemical & Biochemical Sciences Green Process Engineering (CBS)

The Chemical & Biochemical Sciences Green Process Engineering Department (CBS) is a component of the Mohammed VI Polytechnic University (UM6P). The main objective of CBS is to set up a distinctive research-teaching program, of international level, to meet the research and teaching challenges of UM6P, on green and environmental chemistry applied to all aspects of chemical sciences: organic and inorganic chemistry, analytical chemistry, chemical biology, biochemical and thermal reactions.

Research at CBS is organized around several major areas, which aim to answer challenging industrial questions, from complex chemical and biochemical reactions to scale-up and validation of process engineering. CBS projects aim at an in-depth understanding of the molecular mechanisms of all transformations to propose new original alternatives in terms of efficiency, environmental friendliness, and sustainability.

Job Description

The CBS department at UM6P is seeking a highly motivated and qualified researcher for a Postdoctoral Researcher position in Inorganic Chemistry. The successful candidate will contribute significantly to advancing the department's research initiatives and supporting mission of research excellence and innovation.

Key Responsibilities:


	Design and conduct research projects in inorganic chemistry, focusing on areas such as in inorganic chemistry, materials synthesis, or catalysis.​
	Synthesize and characterize inorganic compounds or materials using techniques such as X-ray diffraction, NMR spectroscopy, and electron microscopy.​
	Analyse experimental data, interpret results, and contribute to the development of new hypotheses and research directions.​
	Prepare manuscripts for publication in peer-reviewed scientific journals and present research findings at national and international conferences.​
	Collaborate with interdisciplinary research teams within the department and with external partners to enhance research outcomes.​


Candidate Criteria


	PhD degree in Chemistry, with a specialization in inorganic chemistry or a closely related area, is required.
	Research Excellence: A strong track record of high-quality research demonstrated through publications in reputable international journals.
	Collaborative Mindset: Proven ability to collaborate effectively with interdisciplinary teams and external partners to address complex challenges.
	Communication Skills: Excellent communication and presentation skills in English. Proficiency in French a plus.
	Entrepreneurial Spirit: Alignment with UM6P's focus on entrepreneurship.


Application and Selection:


	The application folder must contain:
	Detailed CV,
	Cover letter along with a comprehensive presentation of the candidate background, research work, projects, and key activities (publications and achievements)
	Research and teaching statement, entrepreneurial ideas, and concepts if any, and services to UM6P community: max 3-4 pages,
	3 reference letters.


Our Offer


	Very competitive salary and benefits package.
	A unique set of research partners and collaborators.



Mohammed VI Polytechnic University

Singapore

Research Scientist (11-month contract or till 31 July 2027), SCI

About Us

Singapore Management University is a place where high-level professionalism blends together with a healthy informality. The 'family-like' atmosphere among the SMU community fosters a culture where employees work, plan, organise and play together - building a strong collegiality and morale within the university.

Our commitment to attract and retain talent is ongoing. We offer attractive benefits and welfare, competitive compensation packages, and generous professional development opportunities - all to meet the work-life needs of our staff. No wonder, then, that SMU continues to be given numerous awards and recognition for its human resource excellence.

Job Description


	This position is for School of Computing and Information Systems (SCIS).
	Design scenario modeling methods for ADS testing.
	Design algorithms for critical scenarios generation;
	Develop methods for failure analysis and root cause analysis of critical scenarios;
	Develop methods to mitigate failures and improve ADS safety;
	Investigate robust motion planning for ADSs that can tolerate module failures in ADSs.
	Write research papers.
	Other duties as assigned.


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	Minimum PhD degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Systems or closely related disciplines with particular focus on Computer Science.
	Minimum 3 years of relevant research experience in AI security, Autonomous Driving System testing.
	High-quality publications in top-tier software engineering/security/AI journals or conferences.
	Proficiency in programming software/languages such as Python and Pytorch will be positively considered/ is required.
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	Demonstrated experience and know-how on testing and repair AI systems, particular on ADS systems.
	Excellent working knowledge of machine learning, trustworthy AI and software testing.
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	Innovating new approaches and thinking outside the box.
	Applicants with research publications in AI security, software engineering and cybersecurity area will be advantageous.
	Ability to work cooperatively as part of a small, agile academic research team is essential.
	Self-motivated individual who can work independently and collaboratively with team members.


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Singapore Management University

United Kingdom, Guildford

A unique and exciting opportunity for a Specialist Technician to join within Operational Services as part of a maintenance/install hybrid team.

Nestled amongst the rolling hills of the Surrey countryside, we offer market leading benefits and a role in which you can make a real impact on people’s lives!

We value, empower and support every member of staff to get the best out of your unique talents, so you’ll be rewarded with a generous salary, 20 days annual leave which increases by 1 day per year for a maximum of 5 days, bank holidays and 7 University days (Easter & Christmas) salary sacrifice benefits and a unique and vibrant working environment on-campus.

Roles & Responsibilities:

Working as part of a team responsible for small installation works and supporting operational maintenance of University premises, you will be undertaking planned projects and reactive work on various systems to support the University’s infrastructure and environmental control systems across all our premises, ensuring that they are maintained and installed in a safe, efficient, and functional order.

You’ll need good planning, organising and prioritising skills, and will be working at a senior level. As such, you will be expected to tackle more complex tasks, take on additional responsibilities and communicate effectively at a senior level.

Other responsibilities include: 


	Maintain all systems, including statutory inspection and testing where required, to meet current legislative requirements.
	Ensure failing plant or assets are reported to the Helpdesk and plant areas are maintained in good condition.
	Deliver an effective and timely response to maintenance demands across the University in a timely and cost-effective manner.
	Ensure compliance with all University Health and Safety and Environmental systems and procedures, and take an active part in the development of these policies
	Ensure the use of equipment and materials in delivery of maintenance services are appropriate and meet current legislative standards.
	Keep up to date with related legislation and developments, attending courses and passing all necessary exams to maintain professional accreditation.
	Carry out multi-skilled tasks, where relevant, such as (but not restricted to) mechanical isolation and fault finding, electrical isolations, minor carpentry, redecoration repairs linked to maintenance and small works.
	Complete all administrative work associated with departmental management systems, including the completion of work records, timesheets, stores issues, estimates and health & safety records. Utilise Building Logbook to record all maintenance visits and any relevant defective information and repairs. All defects to be reported immediately to the help desk for further action.
	Must be computer literate and work well with computer/tablet systems


What’s in it for you?

We think Surrey is an amazing place to work, and we are carefully crafting a dynamic, flexible, and fun place to work and thrive.

Alongside our gorgeous campus setting, collegiate on-site atmosphere and plentiful development opportunities, we also offer:


	25 days holiday 
	8 days bank holiday / 3 Uni days at Easter / 3 Uni days at Xmas / plus 1 VC Day
	36 Hours per week
	Training in relevant areas
	Discount at SSP
	Onsite discounted childcare
	Cycle to work scheme.
	Electric car lease scheme


How to Apply

For more information or to be considered for the role, please apply via the University Website.

Please note this position will be employed by Operate Surrey Ltd, a wholly owned subsidiary of the University of Surrey

Further details

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