Mingachevir State University (MSU)

Kura Hanga Otinga | School of Product Design Te Kura Pūhanga | Faculty of Engineering Located in Ōtautahi | Christchurch, Aotearoa | New Zealand Continuing (permanent) role Full-time 37.5 hours per week (1.0 FTE) Generous annual leave provisions and professional development opportunities Kia hiwa rā, kia hiwa rā! He hiahia, he pūkenga nōu ki te mahi a te Pūkenga / Pūkenga Matua? Nāia te pōwhiri nā Te Whare Wānanga o Waitaha kia tono mai i te tūranga nei. Āu Mahi | What You Will Do We are seeking a passionate and innovative academic to join the School of Product Design as a Lecturer or Senior Lecturer in Chemical Formulation Design (approximately equivalent to Assistant to Associate Professor levels in the USA). You will play a key role in delivering the Chemical Formulation Design major within our Bachelor of Product Design (BProdDesign). The successful appointee will be responsible for: coordinating multiple courses undergraduate and postgraduate courses teaching full courses as the sole academic contributing to team teaching into courses across the programme contributing to the graduate programme, supervising Masters and PhD students, and building a strong research portfolio. This is a unique opportunity to shape the learning experience of students in an emerging and high-impact field, while advancing your own research. Formulation Science research can cover many areas of application but an interest in areas related to cosmetic science and personal care consumer products would be particularly welcome. Mōu | Who You Are We are looking for a candidate with strong disciplinary expertise and a passion for inspiring future scientists and designers. You will bring: a PhD (or equivalent) in Cosmetic Science, Pharmacy or a related discipline a deep knowledge of formulation science, particularly as it relates to cosmetic and personal care products demonstrated ability to teach complex scientific concepts effectively at undergraduate and postgraduate levels an understanding of relevant user-centred product design, brand identity and brand communication a developing or established research track record, with the potential to attract external funding and to publish in high-quality journals experience (or potential) in supervising postgraduate research students strong collaboration and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across disciplines in a design-focused environment. This is an opportunity to be part of a dynamic, interdisciplinary School where science, design, and product innovation meet. You will have the chance to shape a growing major, influence the next generation of product designers and formulation scientists, with an emphasis in cosmetic science, and pursue research that makes a tangible difference. Mahi Ngātahi | Who You Will Work With The School of Product Design is committed to excellence in teaching, research and creative practice at the forefront of product design, and producing versatile, innovative graduates who can contribute to New Zealand's future economic growth and social wellbeing. In addition to this role, our current technical team includes five workshop technicians and two chemical formulation laboratory technicians, while over twenty academic staff cover industrial product design, digital product design, chemical formulation design, game development, game arts and animation. We have a large number of students, ranging from first-year to master's and doctoral studies, with a range of prototyping skills. For more information about the School of Product Design and our team, please visit us Bachelor of Product Design. For more specific information on the Chemical Formulation Design major, see CFD Major. Ngā Painga o UC | Why UC Tangata Tū, Tangata Ora - Engaged, Empowered, Making a Difference.  We are committed to accessible higher education, service to the community and the encouragement of talent without barriers of distance, wealth, class, gender or ethnicity. The University explicitly aims to produce graduates and support staff who are engaged with their communities, empowered to act for good and determined to make a difference in the world. What we offer We offer a range of fantastic benefits including flexible work practices, study opportunities and generous superannuation and leave provisions. For more information, please visit us: https://www.canterbury.ac.nz/about-uc/work-at-uc/benefits-working-uc For more information about Te Whare Wānanga o Waitaha | University of Canterbury, please visit https://www.canterbury.ac.nz/ This role sits within the Academic Staff, Associated Staff and Support Staff Collective Agreement and the following salary scale applies: Lecturer $94,181 - $113,616; Senior Lecturer $119,586 - $149,806. The closing date for this position is: Sunday, 25 January 2026 (midnight NZ time) Please note, applications will be reviewed after the close date.  Pēhea te tono mai | How You Apply Applications for this position must be submitted on our careers website and should include the following: 1-page cover letter, a 1-page research statement outlining your research interests and goals, and a 1-page teaching philosophy statement (combined) Resume which includes a list of relevant research publications (combined). Please note, only 2 documents can be uploaded in the application process. We do not accept applications by email, however, we are happy to answer any queries at WorkatUC@canterbury.ac.nz For further information specifically about the role, please contact: Professor Conan Fee, Head of School of Product Design, conan.fee@canterbury.ac.nz For overseas applicants, please visit Immigration New Zealand website, to review the latest health and visa requirements for visiting and working in New Zealand. Please note, the University of Canterbury will be closed from the 24 December 2025 - 4 January 2026. During this period, we will be unable to respond to queries regarding this role. We will get back to you as soon as possible upon our return. To apply for this job, please click here or go to our job site and enter the job code 29295UJ.

Description The Embodied AI and Robotics (AIR) Laboratory in the Division of Engineering, New York University Abu Dhabi, seeks to recruit a Research Engineer to support applied research and development in artificial intelligence and robotics. The successful candidate will contribute to projects in Embodied AI, focusing on integrating AI-driven perception, reasoning, and action to enable intelligent robotic behavior across diverse environments. The position involves developing and testing embodied intelligence systems that combine vision-language-action (VLA) modeling, robotic perception and interaction, and autonomous task execution. The Research Engineer will assist in system design, software implementation, and experimental evaluation on robotic platforms, working closely with faculty, postdoctoral researchers, and students. The Embodied AI and Robotics Lab (AIR) develops intelligent robotic systems capable of understanding, learning, and acting in complex, dynamic settings. The lab’s work lies at the intersection of computer vision, multimodal learning, and robotics, advancing next-generation embodied agents that interact naturally and safely with humans and their surroundings. The lab collaborates closely with NYU’s global network, including NYU New York, and offers a vibrant, interdisciplinary research environment. Applicants must hold at least a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Robotics, Electrical Engineering, or a related field, or have equivalent professional experience. Candidates should demonstrate technical proficiency in one or more of the following areas: Embodied AI and robot learning Vision-language-action (VLA) or multimodal AI modeling Perception, control, or interaction for robotic systems Deep learning or applied machine learning for robotics Practical experience with robotic hardware, software development (e.g., Python, ROS, PyTorch, TensorFlow), and AI-based experimentation is highly desirable. The candidate should be motivated, detail-oriented, and able to work effectively as part of a collaborative, multidisciplinary team. For consideration, applicants should submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, transcript, statement of research interests, and contact information for three references, all in PDF format. For further information, please contact Prof. Yi Fang, Director of the Embodied AI and Robotics Lab, at yfangl@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. To be considered, all applicants must submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, transcript of degree, a one-page summary of research accomplishments and interests, and at least 2 letters of recommendation, all in PDF format. Please visit our website at http://nyuad.nyu.edu/en/about/careers/faculty-positions.html for instructions and information on how to apply. If you have any questions, please email: mrasras@nyu.edu. 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. UAE Nationals are encouraged to apply.

About us: King’s College London is one of the UK’s leading universities, recognised globally for excellence in teaching, research, and innovation. With a proud history spanning over 190 years, King’s is committed to delivering world-class education and shaping the future through impactful research and partnerships. The role plays a critical element in supporting King’s strategic ambitions by managing and developing our diverse estate across multiple campuses. Our work ensures that the university’s physical environment meets the needs of students, staff, and partners, while embedding sustainability, safety, and value for money at the heart of everything we do. About the role: The Associate Director of Procurement Capital Projects will join our Finance directorate where you will lead on tenders for key University wide estates projects, always ensuring compliance and good governance.  Utilising your expertise, you will ensure that the University maximises the value for money from all procurement activities, complies with its internal governance requirements and relevant legislation whilst balancing the demands of service delivery in a dynamic, and fast paced environment. The postholder will provide expert strategic advice to the University on all procurement and supply chain matters, the achievement of financial savings and value for money for the goods/services the Estates and Facilities directorate procures.  About you:  To be successful in this role, we are looking for candidates to have the following skills and experience: Essential criteria Tendering, request for proposal and contracting procedures. Legislation applicable to the procurement of a wide range of construction and FM Contracts and associated supplies contracts. Contract and Supplier Relationship Management Understanding of construction industry standard forms of contract and working knowledge of RIBA plans of work, JCT and NEC.  Administration of Request for Proposal/Tendering/Evaluation and contract award procedures (including detailed contract negotiation) in the Estates and related industries environment. Contract, contractor and supplier relationship management, including the development and application of Service Level Agreements/Key Performance Indicators either as part of formal contracts or as informal arrangements. Working in a team environment. Working in a collaborative approach with other University departments and representatives of external organisations as part of a project team.Contract, contractor and supplier relationship management, including the development and application of Service Level Agreements/Key Performance Indicators either as part of formal contracts or as informal arrangements. Ability to prioritise workload and work on own initiative Self motivated but also able to work as part of a highly motivated team and in particular with (and as part of) the Estates & Facilities projects team. Desirable criteria Degree in an appropriate discipline is desirable. Corporate Membership of CIPS 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. 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. Grade and Salary: £65,091 - £76,691 per annum, inclusive of London Weighting Allowance Job ID: 133286 Close Date: 05-Jan-2026 Contact Person: Howard Wilson / Selina Lofting Contact Details: Howard.wilson@kcl.ac.uk / Selina.lofting@kcl.ac.uk