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The Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) is an independent, coeducational, private research university based in the city of Cambridge, Massachusetts.

Established in 1861, MIT aims to ‘further knowledge and prepare students in science, technology and other fields of study that will best benefit the nation and the world today’. Its motto is Mens et Manus, which translates as “Mind and Hand”.

The university lays claim to 85 Nobel Laureates, 58 National Medal of Science winners, 29 National Medal of Technology and Innovation winners and 45 MacArthur Fellows. Among its impressive alumni is Kofi Annan, former secretary-general of the United Nations.

Scientific discoveries and technological advances accredited to MIT include the first chemical synthesis of penicillin, the development of radar, the discovery of quarks, and the invention of magnetic core memory, which enabled the development of digital computers.

MIT is currently organised into five different schools: architecture and planning, engineering, humanities, arts and social sciences, management and science.

It is home to around 1,000 faculty members and over 11,000 undergraduate and graduate students. MIT’s current areas of research include digital learning, sustainable energy, Big Data, human health and much more.

In addition to its emphasis on innovation and entrepreneurship, MIT also boasts a diverse and vibrant campus environment with a wide array of student groups. The campus is arranged over 168 acres within Cambridge, and features 18 student residences, 26 acres of playing fields, 20 gardens and green-space areas, as well as over 100 public works of art.

MIT estimates that all its living alumni have between them launched more than 30,000 active companies, created 4.6 million jobs and generated roughly $1.9 trillion in annual revenue.

Taken together, this ‘MIT Nation’ is equivalent, they say, to the 10th-largest economy in the world.

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Student gender ratio
43 F : 57 M (1)
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International student percentage
33% (1)
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Students per staff
7.7 (1)
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Student total
11703 (1)

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Higher Degree Research (HDR) Engagement and Partnerships Manager

FLINDERS UNIVERSITY

Flinders University

Australia, Bedford Park

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Flinders University

Australia, Bedford Park


Position Details Fixed Term until 30 September 2026 I Full Time (0.8FTE Negotiable). Higher Education Officer Level 8 | $113,677 - $125,848 pa | 17% Super View Position Description Location: Bedford Park / Kaurna Country About the Role: The HDR Engagement and Partnerships Manager, reporting to the Office of Graduate Research (OGR), leads the planning, development, and delivery of strategic industry and international research collaborations that provide internship, cotutelle, and other research and training opportunities for Higher Degree by Research (HDR) students. This role ensures consistent, high-quality student experiences while meeting University regulatory and reporting requirements. The HDR Engagement and Partnerships Manager will: Lead the planning, development, and management of HDR industry and international engagement initiatives, including internships, cotutelle arrangements, and scholarship opportunities. Develop, negotiate, and oversee strategic agreements, contracts, and funding applications, ensuring alignment with University priorities and compliance frameworks.  Build and maintain strategic relationships with internal and external stakeholders to enhance HDR research training, industry partnerships, and international collaborations. Represent the University at HDR-related events, forums, and delegations, promoting research capability and strengthening institutional partnerships. Manage complex HDR student cases, including conflict resolution, intellectual property, and compliance with policies and legal frameworks. About You You are a strategic and proactive professional with extensive experience in project management, business development, and developing innovative partnerships. You bring a strong ability to identify opportunities and work across complex stakeholder environments, acting as a connector between industry, academia, and external partners to drive meaningful collaborations. You have a solid understanding of higher education, international research collaboration, and student engagement, and are highly organised with excellent communication and negotiation skills, capable of managing complex and sensitive matters with discretion. You demonstrate: Proven ability to develop innovative collaborations with industry, international partners, and other stakeholders to enhance HDR student research and training opportunities. High-level organisational, project management, and analytical skills, including managing multiple initiatives, meeting deadlines, and delivering high-quality outcomes.  Strong communication, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement skills, including report writing, presentations, and briefing senior leadership.  Experience supervising and guiding teams, with the ability to drive continuous improvement in service delivery and stakeholder engagement. Demonstrated judgement and discretion in handling complex or sensitive matters, with knowledge of higher education policies, legislation, and HDR issues. 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. How to Apply and Information As well as a CV, you are required to submit a Suitability Statement of no more than 3 pages, addressing the following five Key Position Capabilities of the position description : Demonstrated ability to interpret, advise and apply statutes, rules, regulations, administrative policies and procedures, including the ability to review policies and procedures with the view to providing continuous improvement of services. Demonstrated experience in the development of innovative collaborative partnerships with industry and international partners and/or other external stakeholders. Extensive experience in project management or business development. High-level oral, written and interpersonal communication skills and demonstrated ability to analyse data, prepare reports, and deliver presentations while demonstrating accuracy and attention to detail. High-level liaison and negotiation skills, and the ability to work cooperatively with a diverse range of people. For more information regarding this position, please contact Prof Lucy Lewis. Applications to be submitted before 10:00 pm (ACST) on Sunday, 12 April 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. Certification Applications to be submitted before 10.00pm: 12 Apr 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.

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Professor – Built Environment

UNIVERSITY OF THE BUILT ENVIRONMENT

University College Of Estate Management

United Kingdom, Reading

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University College Of Estate Management

United Kingdom, Reading


Part-time or full-time appointment considered The working location for this role is flexible and can be discussed at interview. Occasional travel to the Horizons head office in Reading and the London School of Architecture will be required Salary to be confirmed on appointment, up to £82,000 pa FTE We are looking for a keen and enthusiastic academic to join us in shaping and developing our research and knowledge exchange capacity. With a focus on Societal Wellbeing and Transformation, we need you to contribute to teaching, learning, and assessment across our portfolio of programmes, working collaboratively towards our institutional ambition to make our first submission to the Research Excellence Framework (REF) in 2029. We welcome applications from candidates across a range of disciplinary backgrounds, including built environment fields, social sciences, and technical disciplines. This is an exciting time for the University, and we need exciting new talent to help us achieve our vision of becoming the Centre of Excellence for Built Environment Education. We expect you to have strong IT and digital skills and be passionate about teaching online. Your accountabilities and responsibilities include: Lead, develop, and sustain an internationally excellent research and/or knowledge exchange portfolio, aligned with the University’s Research Strategy and thematic priorities Provide strategic research leadership, fostering a vibrant research culture, supporting colleagues to develop their research trajectories Provide high quality learning, teaching, and assessment within a subject discipline of Built Environment education Our main requirements: Postgraduate/research degree or higher in the built environment discipline Proven track record of research excellence, evidenced through high-quality publications, successful grant awards, and/or effective supervision of postgraduate researchers Experience within the built environment and higher education, with a proven ability to integrate academic expertise into teaching and professional practice Evidence of leadership and development in high-quality teaching at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels At University of the Built Environment we expect employees to demonstrate our values: Passion, Integrity, Excellence and Support. Student satisfaction and success are our main drivers, and our people consistently report high levels of employee engagement; your contribution will be valued should you join us. We are a long-standing and leading provider of supported online education with a long-term ambition to be the world’s most sustainable university. At The London School of Architecture, our students study onsite. Staff wellbeing and work-life balance are a priority for us, with flexible working arrangements and a generous holiday allowance amongst some of our key employee benefits. To view the full job specification and to apply, visit our careers site: Explore our current vacancies - University of the Built Environment Vacancy closes on Wednesday 15 April 2026 at 17:00. EQUALITY, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION We champion equality, diversity, and inclusion in our workforce. We celebrate diversity and the strengths it brings to our staff body, our student community and our Board of Trustees, recognising that people are key to our success. Our aim is to attract, develop and retain a diverse workforce, therefore we welcome and encourage applications from all backgrounds.

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£82,000 pa FTE

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Post-Doctoral Associate in the Center on Stability, Instability and Turbulence, Dr. Nader Masmoudi

NEW YORK UNIVERSITY ABU DHABI

New York University Abu Dhabi Corporation

United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi

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New York University Abu Dhabi Corporation

United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi


Description The Research Center on Stability, Instability and Turbulence (SITE) a center of the Research Institute, New York University Abu Dhabi, seeks to recruit a Post-Doctoral Associate to work in the fluid mechanics laboratory for experimental fluid dynamics.  SITE is inviting applications for fully-funded postdoctoral research associate positions. SITE is highly interdisciplinary and aims to develop novel enabling technology on hydrodynamic stability analysis that has applications in the study of the development of singularities, the long-time behavior of complex systems, the formation of spatial patterns, the transition between stability and instability, and the first steps of transition towards turbulence that appear in several disciplines across science, technology, engineering, mathematics, and innovation. Candidates must hold (or be close to completing) a Ph.D. in Applied Mathematics, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, Physics and Applied Physics or a related field. Working in a newly established fluid dynamics laboratory at NYU Abu Dhabi, candidates are expected to have a strong interest in experimental research and collaborate with applied mathematicians closely. PhD holders with a solid publication record and aims for an academic career are encouraged to apply. For consideration, applicants need to submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae with full publication list, statement of research interests and three letters of reference, all in PDF format. If you have any questions, please email Dr. Nader Masmoudi at nm30@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. About NYUAD: 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 Equal Employment Opportunity Statement For people in the EU, click here for information on your privacy rights under GDPR: www.nyu.edu/it/gdpr NYU is an equal opportunity employer committed to equity, diversity, and social inclusion.

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Assistant / Associate / Full Professor in Global China, Chinese Programme

NANYANG TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITY

Nanyang Technological University (NTU Singapore)

Singapore

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Nanyang Technological University (NTU Singapore)

Singapore


Assistant / Associate / Full Professor in Global China, Chinese Programme School of Humanities, College of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences Nanyang Technological University, Singapore Young and research-intensive, Nanyang Technological University (NTU Singapore) is ranked among the world’s top universities. Agile, bold, and inventive, NTU Singapore shapes the future by combining technology and human creativity to tackle the toughest challenges facing society today. The School of Humanities (SoH) at NTU Singapore is committed to disciplinary excellence and interdisciplinary innovation, with particular strengths in Digital, Health, and Environmental Humanities, and the study of Global Asia. SoH is part of the College of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences (CoHASS), which aims to be Asia’s leading centre for innovative, interdisciplinary Humanities, Arts and Social Science research and practice. The Position The Chinese Programme in the School of Humanities at Nanyang Technological University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Global China, broadly conceived. We seek humanities scholars whose research on modern or contemporary China situates Chinese societies, cultures, and Chinese-language worlds within broader global and transregional contexts. The successful candidate will further global China-focused research and teaching in SoH, and also participate in CoHASS’s new Global Asian Research Centre. Research Profile Particular interest lies in research exploring cultural circulation, mobility, cities and everyday life, transregional connections, or knowledge, science, technology, and environmental practices in Chinese contexts. Geographical scope could be Asia-wide, Southeast Asian, African or more broadly global. The successful candidate will contribute to undergraduate and graduate teaching and supervision, aligned with the Programme’s curriculum and research directions. While the administrative language of the University is English, candidates are also expected to be able to teach in Chinese. Requirements Requirements include: A PhD in or in a related field. Evidence of strong scholarly promise, a developing publication profile and a path to make impact with their research Demonstrated commitment to high-quality teaching and student mentorship, at both undergraduate and (desirable) postgraduate level An interest in collaborative, interdisciplinary, and internationally-engaged research Good communication and interpersonal skills, and ability to build relationships and networks with colleagues and external stakeholders across the university and externally Ability to make a significant contribution to administrative work. Demonstrated commitment to contribute to school, college and university-level initiatives in accordance with strategy at all levels of the organisation. For associate and full Professor roles, a research profile, teaching and supervision track record and leadership/service experience appropriate to the role Remuneration Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience. Application Procedure Applicants are asked to submit the following documents in apply.ap1.interfolio.com/119011 Cover letter; Curriculum Vitae including a full publication list; Research statement (2-3 pages); Teaching statement (1-2 pages) Enquiries about the position may be addressed to: Chinese Programme Search Committee Email: chinese-search@ntu.edu.sg The closing date for applications is 16 May 2026. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified via email.

Salary

Competitive

Posted

23 Mar 2026

Lecturer in Hairdressing (FE)

UNIVERSITY COLLEGE BIRMINGHAM

University College Birmingham

United Kingdom, Birmingham

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University College Birmingham

United Kingdom, Birmingham


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£35,608 - £43,482 per annum

Posted

23 Mar 2026

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