Mato Grosso State University

The University of Surrey is a global community of ideas and people, dedicated to life-changing education and research.  We are ambitious and have a bold vision of what we want to achieve - shaping ourselves into one of the best universities in the world, which we are achieving through the talents and endeavour of every employee. Our culture empowers people to achieve this aim and to collectively, and individually, make a real difference. About the University and Innovate Surrey Ltd The University of Surrey is a global community of ideas and people, dedicated to life-changing education and research. We are ambitious and have a bold vision - shaping ourselves into one of the best universities in the world - which we are achieving through the talents and endeavour of every employee.  Innovate Surrey Ltd (ISL) is a key part of the Research and Innovation (R&I) Directorate and is a subsidiary company of the University. ISL’s mission is to support the delivery of the University’s Vision 2041 by translating and commercialising university research into impactful technologies and commercial solutions that address key societal challenges. About the Technology Transfer Manager role ISL is seeking an experienced and commercially minded Technology Transfer Manager to play a leading role in the identification, protection, management, and commercialisation of the University’s intellectual property (IP). Reporting to the Managing Director of Innovate Surrey Ltd, you will focus on maximising licensing and spinout opportunities. Key responsibilities include: Leading the identification and evaluation of new IP generated through research. Managing a portfolio of technology transfer projects throughout their lifecycle. Directing routes to commercialisation via licensing or the formation of spinout companies. Liaising with external legal and patent professionals to manage patent filings and prosecutions. Negotiating and drafting complex commercial agreements, including licence and spinout formation agreements. Developing and maintaining strategic relationships with regional and national partners, funders, and investors. About you The successful candidate will be a confident, credible professional who enjoys working at the interface of academia, industry and investment, and who can build strong, trusted relationships with researchers, senior stakeholders and external partners. You will be proactive, analytically strong and politically astute, with the ability to quickly grasp complex technologies, assess their commercial potential and guide them through to successful exploitation. A collaborative and empathetic communicator, you will be motivated by delivering real‑world impact at scale and fostering a culture of innovation and entrepreneurship.  You will need: A relevant postgraduate qualification (Science, Engineering, Createch, or similar) or substantial equivalent vocational management experience. Proven experience in technology transfer within a research or commercial environment. Demonstrable expertise in IP protection, patenting, and managing IP portfolios. Experience negotiating complex commercial and legal agreements. Strong commercialisation and market evaluation skills together with the ability to develop business plans and financial forecasts for spinouts and startups. Strong project management skills and the ability to manage multiple concurrent projects. What we can offer In addition to salary, you will receive: Yearly incremental pay rises. Generous annual leave (25 days holiday, 7 university closure days, and 8 bank holidays). A generous pension and access to world-class leisure facilities on campus. Supportive family-friendly benefits, including an excellent on-site nursery. Click here to find out more about the benefits we offer to support you. How to apply To apply complete the online application form. You may also submit a full CV and cover letter explaining your suitability for the role in no more than two pages if you wish. You should include specific detail about how you meet the essential criteria stated in the person specification, including core competencies. Please note a CV submitted without the online application form will not be accepted. For an informal chat about the role, please contact Jim Shaikh, Managing Director j.shaikh@surrey.ac.uk The University of Surrey is committed to providing an inclusive environment that offers equal opportunities for all. We place great value on diversity and are seeking to increase the diversity within our community. Therefore, we particularly encourage applications from under-represented groups, such as people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic groups and people with disabilities. Further details Job Description

The University of Surrey is a global community of ideas and people, dedicated to life-changing education and research. We are ambitious and have a bold vision of what we want to achieve - shaping ourselves into one of the best universities in the world, which we are achieving through the talents and endeavour of every employee. Our culture empowers people to achieve this aim and to collectively and individually make a real difference. The role We are seeking an ambitious and highly motivated postdoctoral Research Fellow in quantitative genetics to join a multidisciplinary research team. The post involves working with a team based at the University of Surrey, King’s College London and the University of Oxford. The post is based at the University of Surrey with Professor Angelica Ronald. The project aims to advance understanding of the brain basis and common genetic architecture underlying infant and childhood neurodevelopment, with a particular focus on the development of autism spectrum conditions. Objectives will be achieved by applying advanced multivariate analytic methods to large-scale datasets emerging from genome-wide association studies of developmental traits. Existing datasets, including genetic, neuroimaging and clinical data, will be combined to generate novel insights into biological and developmental processes contributing to autism and related traits. You will be responsible for conducting a range of advanced quantitative analysis on secondary datasets incorporating genetic, neuroimaging and clinical data on child development. You will have responsibility for supporting integration across the study team including: overseeing data transfer agreements between institutions; version-controlling and archiving code and leading data cleaning, harmonisation and analysis. Throughout the project you will work with an interdisciplinary team of lead investigators and external collaborators. You will have access to advanced methodological training courses and other professional development training opportunities. You will lead on high-impact publications, conference presentations and dissemination of results. About you You should have a doctoral degree in a relevant discipline such as quantitative genetics, behavioural genetics, human genetics, developmental psychology, neuroscience and individual differences psychology (although individuals who have almost completed a doctoral degree may be appointed). You will also have an undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline with a 2:1 or first-class grade (or international equivalent). You will already have some experience in conducting quantitative data analytic studies and preparing data for analysis and be proficient in using R, Python or similar programming language. You should have the ability to write clearly and concisely with a good publication record commensurate with the level of your career, and the ability to work independently with excellent organisation and communication skills. How to apply Please apply on the University website with your CV and cover letter explaining your suitability for the role. You are welcome to contact Prof. Angelica Ronald (a.ronald@surrey.ac.uk) if you would like further information or to discuss the post. This is a two‑year fixed‑term role. Interviews will be held 30th April and 1st May 2026 Further details Job Description

As one of Europe’s leading research universities, Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität (LMU) in Munich is committed to the highest international standards of excellence in research and teaching. Building on its more than 500-year-long tradition, it offers a broad spectrum that covers all areas of knowledge within its 18 Faculties, ranging from the humanities, law, economics and social sciences, to medicine and the natural sciences. The Faculty of History and the Arts invites applications for a Full Professorship (W3) of Bavarian History and Comparative Regional History with special focus on the Modern Era (Chair) commencing on 1 October 2027. The professorship at the Department of History represents Bavarian history of the modern era in research and teaching in its entire breadth, with cross-epochal and comparative perspectives. The directorship of LMU Munich’s Institute of Bavarian History is associated with the professorship. The willingness to cooperate in existing research projects with non-university research institutions is expected. Prerequisites for this position are a university degree, a doctoral degree or a comparable specific qualification, teaching skills at university level, excellent academic achievements and a productive and promising research program. LMU Munich makes a point of providing newly appointed professors with various types of support, such as welcoming services and assistance for dual career couples. LMU Munich is an equal opportunity employer. The University continues to be very successful in increasing the number of female faculty members and strongly encourages applications from female candidates. LMU Munich intends to enhance the diversity of its faculty members. Furthermore, disabled candidates with essentially equal qualifications will be given preference. Please submit your application comprising a curriculum vitae, documentation of academic degrees and certificates, as well as lists of publications and of teaching activities and evaluations in electronic form to the Dean of the Faculty of History and the Arts, Prof. Dr. Julia Burkhardt, Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München, Geschwister-Scholl-Platz 1, 80539 Munich,Germany, no later than 23.04.2026 (date of receipt): https://www.efv.verwaltung.uni-muenchen.de/w3bgvl (registration required).