Londrina State University

Full time, fixed term until January 2027 Exciting secondment opportunity to work as a Research Associate within the School of Medical Sciences 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 education in the world. With over 100 years of excellence in education, we are proud to be training the next generation of medical scientists who will be leading members of the medical research community with an innovative integrated curriculum. Our team of researchers lead key internationally competitive research from molecules to medicines, from patient to policy across a range of therapeutic areas. The Research Associate applies and develops their expertise in conducting research to further the research agenda of the faculty or school. working independently and as part of a research team, the role contributes to high-quality research outcomes through a strong understanding of subject matter within the discipline and active participation in the school's research environment. Your key responsibilities will be to: conduct clinical research, scholarly or professional activity independently or as part of a team, contributing to discipline knowledge develop and refine independent research skills under the supervision of more senior academic staff provide informal mentoring and advice to students within the discipline carry out administrative tasks and contribute to faculty and school meetings contribute to a positive workplace culture that values diversity of thought, collaboration, excellence and achieving 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 a bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g. clinical research), or an equivalent combination of training and experience demonstrated understanding of the subject matter within the discipline experience conducting original research and or engaging in scholarly activity a developing research profile in their discipline or area of expertise a developing network of academic, industry and professional partners and stakeholders strong research capability, planning and organisational skills demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and deliver presentations strong computer literacy and customer service skills. Sponsorship / work rights for Australia Work Rights: you must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this employment to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment. 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. Copyright 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 Monday 05 January 2026 11:59 PM

About us King’s is a leading university providing world-class teaching and cutting-edge research. We are ranked sixth in the UK for the quality and quantity of research activity (Research Excellence Framework, 2021). King’s has played a major role in many of the advances that shape modern life, such as the discovery of the structure of DNA and research that led to the development of robots, radio, television, mobile phones and radar. King’s continues to lead the way on research and pioneers new ideas to make the world a better place. The Department of Engineering at King’s is located on the Strand Campus of King’s College London where the post will be based. About the role A one-year Postdoctoral Research Associate position is available at the Robot Perception Lab led by Dr Shan Luo at the Department of Engineering, King’s College London. You will work on a project on robot manipulation with vision and tactile sensing. The research will be conducted in collaboration with colleagues from King’s College London, international collaborators at MIT, TUM and industrial partners of the project. The main objective of the project is to develop the next generation of dexterous robots that can perform contact-rich manipulation tasks in daily life and manufacturing environments. This is a full time (35 Hours per week) post, offered on a fixed term contract for one year. Research staff at King’s are entitled to at least 10 days per year (pro-rata) for professional development. This entitlement, from the Concordat to Support the Career Development of Researchers, applies to Postdocs, Research Assistants, Research and Teaching Technicians, Teaching Fellows and AEP equivalent up to and including grade 7. Visit the Centre for Research Staff Development for more information. About you To be successful in this role, we are looking for candidates to have the following skills and experience: Essential criteria PhD qualified in relevant subject area, e.g., Robotics, Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Engineering (or a related field); Proven research experience in the field of robotics and AI; Sufficient depth and breadth of knowledge in the subject of Robotics to develop research in the field, e.g., robot design, control and mechatronics; Publication record in robotics and machine learning, e.g., ICRA, IROS, RSS, CoRL, T-RO, CVPR, ICML; Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including academic conference presentations and journal papers; Excellent mathematical and programming skills in Python or C++, and practical experience with deep learning libraries (e.g., PyTorch) Desirable criteria Research experience in one or more of the following areas: tactile sensing, robot grasping and manipulation, robot control, computer vision, deep learning, or deep reinforcement learning; Hands-on experience with systems integration, including Robot Operating Systems; Enthusiasm to supervise UG/MSc/PhD students. Downloading a copy of our Job Description Full details of the role and the skills, knowledge and experience required can be found in the Job Description document, provided at the bottom of the page. This document will provide information of what criteria will be assessed at each stage of the recruitment process. * Please note that this is a PhD level role but candidates who have submitted their thesis and are awaiting award of their PhDs will be considered. In these circumstances the appointment will be made at Grade 5, spine point 30 with the title of Research Assistant. Upon confirmation of the award of the PhD, the job title will become Research Associate and the salary will increase to Grade 6. Further Information We pride ourselves on being inclusive and welcoming. We embrace diversity and want everyone to feel that they belong and are connected to others in our community. We are committed to working with our staff and unions on these and other issues, to continue to support our people and to develop a diverse and inclusive culture at King's. As part of this commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion and through this appointment process, it is our aim to develop candidate pools that include applicants from all backgrounds and communities. We ask all candidates to submit a copy of their CV, and a supporting statement, detailing how they meet the essential criteria listed in the person specification section of the job description. If we receive a strong field of candidates, we may use the desirable criteria to choose our final shortlist, so please include your evidence against these where possible. To find out how our managers will review your application, please take a look at our ‘How we Recruit’ pages. Interviews are due to be held on 9th January 2026 Grade and Salary: £45,031 per annum, including London Weighting Allowance Job ID: 133985 Close Date: 04-Jan-2026 Contact Person: Dr Shan Luo Contact Details: shan.luo@kcl.ac.uk

Position Details Fixed Term until June 2026 | Part- Time 0.6 FTE Research (Academic) Level B | $113,211 - $133,974 p.a. pro rata Location: Tonsley / Kaurna Country View Position Description About the Role The Research Fellow will actively contribute to the work of ARIIA by supporting the delivery of the Knowledge and Implementation Hub (KIH) and related research, evaluation and dissemination activities. The incumbent will assist with preparing high-quality documentation, coordinating tasks, and working collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to ensure project milestones are achieved. The role will undertake critical appraisal and synthesis of academic and grey literature, as well as practice-based resources, and translate findings into accessible summaries, reports, publications and other dissemination outputs. A key aspect of the role involves building and maintaining networks with academic experts, community organisations, consumers and aged care industry representatives to co-produce evidence-based resources. Working closely with the KIH team, the Research Fellow will help develop online content, including web pages, interactive tools and learning modules. The role will also contribute to evaluation activities, ethics and research applications, and support ARIIA’s marketing, communications and dissemination efforts using clear, lay language tailored to diverse audiences across the aged care sector. Research, clinical or industry background in health, aged care or social sciences highly desirable. Please refer to the attached position description for a comprehensive list of roles and responsibilities About You Having completed a PhD in a health or social services-related discipline, you have demonstrated knowledge and experience in the Australian aged care or health care sectors. Your exceptional interpersonal and communication skills both written and verbal, enable you to engage with a diverse range of stakeholders, as well as community organisations, consumers and industry partners. Your passion for collaboration and flexibility, allow you to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic work environment, in a non-traditional research fellow role. You will also be able to demonstrate: Well-developed skills in thematic analysis, evidence synthesis and critical summation of research evidence and grey literature. Demonstrated ability to plan and execute data collection and quantitative and/or qualitative analysis. Demonstrated excellence in knowledge mobilisation and dissemination including ability to write in lay language for a variety of different audiences and communicate messages in different ways/modalities/platforms. Experience with resource platforms, libraries, repositories or websites preferred. Experience utilising AI software to summarise or search in large quantities of information preferred. Aged Care Research & Industry Innovation Australia (ARIIA) continues to transform the way we care for Older Australians. Funded by the Australian Government Department of Health, Disability and Aged Care, ARIIA delivers activities across three workstreams to improve aged care for all Australians. Bringing together consumers, industry and researchers, ARIIA translates research into practice to modernise and pave the way for sector wide improvements, making a real and meaningful change to the aged care sector. 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 Our commitment to wellbeing through our Thriving@Flinders initiative 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 A current Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check which is satisfactory to the University will be required by Flinders University before the successful applicant can commence in this position. A criminal record will not automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration. Each case will be assessed on its individual merits and relevance to the inherent requirements of the role. SA: Staff working in a health care setting are strongly recommended to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 in line with the SA Health policy How to Apply and Information You are required to submit a CV, along with a Suitability Statement as a separate document. This should be no more than 3 pages, and address the Key Position Capabilities of the Position Description For more information regarding this position, please contact Becca Hardy Important Notice: Recruitment Activity During University Shutdown Please note that recruitment activity will be paused during the Flinders University shutdown period. No updates or progress on applications will be available between 22 December 2025 and 5 January 2026. Recruitment processes will resume from 5 January 2026, and application statuses will be communicated from that date onward. We appreciate your understanding and patience during this time. For any urgent queries, please contact us prior to the shutdown period. Certification National Police Certificate - Australian Federal Police Applications to be submitted before 10.00pm: 07 Jan 2026 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. Fearless.