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Department: Department of Information and Library Studies – Faculty of Arts Deadline: 16 Jan 2026 Start date: 1 March, 2026 Job type: part-time Job field: Science and research | Education and schooling The Dean of the Faculty of Arts, Masaryk University announces an open competition for the position: ASSISTANT PROFESSOR Workplace: Department of Information and Library Studies, Faculty of Arts, Masaryk university, Brno, Czech Republic  Position Type: academic position EU Researcher Profile: R2 Amount of Working Hours: part-time 4 hour per week  Employment Contract Type: fixed term (employment contract for 1 year) Expected Start Date: 1. 3. 2026  Number of Open Positions: 1 Application Deadline: 16. 1. 2026 WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR  We are looking for a colleague to join the Department of Information and Library Studies with focus on research methodology and data analyses MAIN JOB CONTENT  Pedagogical Participating in lectures or other forms of teaching in Bachelor’s or Master’s degree programme, as well as lifelong learning programmes. Supervising, consulting, or reviewing Bachelor’s and Master’s theses. In exceptional cases, a supervisor or consultant in doctoral degree programmes. Participating in the organizational provision of pedagogical activity. Participating in publishing activity, especially for educational purposes. Research  Participation in research, development, and innovation activities, especially: independent investigation of complex research and development tasks and the publication of results in peer-reviewed journals, scientific monographs, or peer-reviewed proceedings, active participation in domestic and foreign scientific conferences and professional meetings, and the presentation of research results, participation in the organizational provision of research activity. Other  Participation in ensuring operational and administrative activities related to the academic position according to the instructions of the department head, e.g.: routine administrative tasks in the administration of own courses, use of e-learning and communication with students via the MU Information System, organising and participating in foreign internships for students and academic staff, participation in the promotion of the field. WE REQUEST  Professional education, qualifications and experience Master’s degree in psychology field – an advantage Completed Ph.D. – Doctoral Degree Programme - a condition professional focus on research methodology and data analyses –a condition experience in the research at least 3 years a condition Language skills  knowledge of English language at C1 level excellent knowledge of the Czech language in both written and spoken form Requirements related to job content openness to new approaches to teaching willingness to learn and develop continuously ability to independently solve complex research tasks and contribute to the research projects of the department ability to publish independently patience, consideration, empathy, and friendliness when working and dealing with people The advantage is  knowledge of the university environment WE OFFER  Working environment  employment in a prestigious institution awarded by the HR Excellence in Research an academic workplace with broad international collaboration friendly and inspiring working environment convenient location of the faculty in the city centre a friendly approach to work-life balance Employee benefits 8 weeks of paid vacation per year, flexible working hours with the possibility to work partly from home for better work life balance, meal allowance in the salary or for meals in canteens, pension insurance contribution or nursery school/ playgroup allowance, selected vaccinations free of charge, favourable mobile tariffs Vodafone, MultiSport card, sports lessons organized by the Faculty of Sports Studies, the nursery school Elánek for children of employees near the faculty Training and development  Opportunities for training and personal development, e.g., language and other courses provided by MU, use of MU libraries, use of placements and mobilities abroad, participation in conferences, etc. HOW TO APPLY Please send your application via the electronic application link by 16. 1. 2026 (please use the link in the Electronic Application section below) and please attach all required documents. The following documents are required as a part of your application: cover letter specifying the area of research interest structured CV with an overview of previous experience copies of proof of education overview of scientific and publishing activities In accordance with Section 70(5) of Act No. 111/1998 Coll., on Higher Education Institutions, as amended, the CV must include information about current employers. Once your application has been successfully submitted, you will receive an automatic confirmation of acceptance to your e-mail address. After the e-application deadline, you will receive information about the next steps.  If you are unsure, please contact the FF MU Personnel Office: Mgr. Eva Brázdová Urbanová, email: eva.urbanova@phil.muni.cz, telephone: +420 549 49 5227 SELECTION PROCESS Selection criteria: submitting of all required documents in the e-application compliance of the candidate's profile with the requirements for the job as stated above Suitable candidates will be invited to a personal interview, which may also take the form of a videoconference. Selection procedures rules at the Faculty of Arts of MU can be found on our careers page. Thank you for your interest and we look forward to hearing from you! MORE INFORMATION ABOUT THE UNIVERSITY, THE FACULTY AND THE DEPARTMENT Masaryk University is the second largest university in the Czech Republic, with 10 faculties and a number of other specialized units, more than 6,000 employees and 32,000 students. We are a university with a wide range of research areas in the humanities and natural sciences and a strong international position. Our mission is to provide education and research of the highest quality. The Faculty of Arts of Masaryk University is one of the four founding faculties of Masaryk University and since its foundation in 1919 it has been not only an important centre of humanities and social science education, science, research, and development, but also an institution that actively participates in shaping the cultural life of the city and the region. Traditionally, it has been profiled as a research-oriented faculty generating approximately one fifth of MU's research volume. The faculty has more than 600 employees and by the student population of over 6,000 is the largest faculty at the university. Since 2021, the faculty has been the proud holder of the HR Excellence in Research Award from the European Commission. You can find out more information about the faculty on the website https://www.phil.muni.cz/en/ or on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/FacultyofArtsMasarykUniversity. For information on HR work set according to European standards, visit the HR Award faculty website: https://www.phil.muni.cz/en/about-us/hrs4r-hr-award/. Department: Information about the Department of Information and Library Studies at the Faculty of Arts of MU can be found at: https://kisk.phil.muni.cz Contact person at the department for questions about the position: PhDr. Petr Škyřík, Ph.D., pskyrik@phil.muni.cz

Full-time, 2-year fixed-term opportunity, based at the Charles Perkins CentreJoin a leading research environment where you can drive high-impact clinical trials, influence best practice, and play a pivotal role in delivering research that meets the highest international standards of ethical and scientific excellenceBase Salary $126,065 - $142,171 + 17% superannuation About the opportunityThis is an exciting opportunity to join the Snow Vision Accelerator, a groundbreaking partnership between the University of Sydney and Snow Medical, backed by a $50 million investment from the Snow family over 10 years. Our mission is to develop life-changing treatments for glaucoma and other optic nerve diseases that cause irreversible blindness. Learn more about the Snow Vision Accelerator: https://www.snowmedical.org.au/vision-accelerator The successful candidate will join as Clinical Trial Manager for the Clinical Platform, which is led by Dr. Katharina Bell, to actively engage in and direct the clinical trial process, from planning and implementation to completion. The Clinical Platform of the Snow Vision Accelerator will perform a large longitudinal observational study as well as future interventional studies focusing on Glaucoma and related optic neuropathies. We are committed to increasing equity in ophthalmology clinical trials and this will involve exploring new avenues of delivering trials to patients in rural and remote regions. This position offers a unique opportunity to coordinate the end-to-end delivery of impactful clinical trials, guiding studies from initial concept through to close-out. In this role, you will co-lead and coordinate every stage of the trial lifecycle, from pre-trial planning and site set-up to document archiving and stakeholder communication. You will be part of a dynamic, collaborative research team working alongside scientists and clinicians across the Snow Vision Accelerator, based in the state-of-the-art Charles Perkins Centre. You will work closely with ethics committees and regulatory authorities, oversee trial supplies, and shape the content and delivery of investigator meetings. As a central point of contact for key internal and external stakeholders, you will play a pivotal role in driving collaboration and momentum, while championing Good Clinical Practice and ensuring each trial meets the highest international standards for ethical and scientific excellence. Your key responsibilities will be to: Lead the end-to-end planning, management and delivery of clinical trials, ensuring efficient execution, streamlined operations and alignment with clinical and research objectives from initiation to close-out.Prepare and direct the design, review and submission of trial protocols, ethics applications and study documentation, including CRFs, procedural manuals, adverse event reporting and progress reports.Oversee clinical trial data management processes, including research databases and clinical trial management systems, ensuring data accuracy through source data verification.Drive compliance with regulatory, ethical and Good Clinical Practice (GCP) requirements across multiple trial sites, promoting consistent scientific and ethical rigor.Manage relationships with internal and external stakeholders, sites and vendors, including contract negotiation, budget oversight and effective communication in line with University policies.Lead the team through clear direction, reporting, financial oversight and risk management, fostering proactive problem-solving, workplace safety and alignment with University requirements.About you Postgraduate qualifications in Neuroscience, Ophthalmology, Vision Sciences, Clinical Trials Management or a related field.Demonstrated 3+ years experience in clinical trial management within a research-intensive environment. Experience with clinical studies in ophthalmology is desirable.Experience with establishing and running longitudinal, observational cohort studies and/or interventional studiesSound knowledge of ICH Guidelines, Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and clinical research governance requirements.Strong analytical, problem-solving and numeracy skills, with a high level of attention to detail and sound decision-making capability.Well-developed planning, organisational and computer literacy skills, including the ability to work confidently with research software and data systems.Excellent communication, negotiation and interpersonal skills, with a collaborative approach and a strong commitment to customer service.Desirable: Ability to travel statewide and nationally if needed to visit clinical sites - however, this will not be a major part of your role.Sponsorship / work rights for AustraliaYou must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this employment to be eligible 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 are trust, accountability and excellence and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community that thrives through diversity and reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this through our commitment to diversity and inclusion, evidenced by 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 LGBTQIA+. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds. We are proud to be recognised as an Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) Platinum Employer. Find out more about our work on diversity and inclusion. 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 Roshik Prasad, Recruitment Operations by email to roshik.prasad@sydney.edu.auCopyright The University of SydneyThe University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.Click to view the Position Description for this role.Applications CloseSunday 18 January 2026 11:59 PM

Full-time, Continuing position Salary Academic Level C ($141,247 - $162,872 p.a.) + 17% Superannuation and Flexible Working Arrangements Based at the Melbourne CBD campus, but may be required to work and/or be based at other campuses of the University *Special Measures RMIT is committed in driving progression towards gender equality and ensuring the diversity in our organisation is balanced at every level. Section 12 of the Victorian Equal Opportunity Act permits the University to conduct female only recruitment in addressing the substantive imbalance of female representation in Science, Engineering and Business, IT and Logistics schools. The Racial Discrimination Act permits special measures that foster greater racial equality in the Australian community. RMIT's School of Engineering will therefore only consider applications for this position from suitably qualified women, gender diverse or Indigenous candidates for this position. Why join RMIT? At RMIT, we recognise that career paths are not linear. Life events, caring responsibilities, part-time work, industry engagement, and non-traditional trajectories enrich our academic community. We actively support candidates to present their achievements relative to opportunity through our Achievement Relative to Opportunity (ARtO) framework. You are encouraged to activate ARtO where relevant to ensure your experience and impact are fairly assessed. For further information about ARtO - https://www.rmit.edu.au/careers/applying-with-us About the Role We are seeking a Senior Lecturer in Disaster Resilience Infrastructure to play a key role in teaching excellence, impactful research, and academic leadership within the School of Engineering. This role is well-suited to an academic who is passionate about infrastructure resilience, climate adaptation, and natural hazard mitigation, and who values collaboration, mentoring, and real-world impact. You will contribute to and lead high-quality research aligned with the School's priority areas, including: Infrastructure resilience assessment, prediction and management Natural hazards (floods and geohazards) Climate change adaptation and mitigation You will also embed your research expertise into teaching programs, supervise HDR candidates, and build strong research partnerships across RMIT and with national and international collaborators. Depending on experience, the role may include program leadership or management responsibilities. Key Responsibilities: Teaching & Education Design, deliver and continuously improve engaging, inclusive and student-centred teaching across undergraduate and postgraduate programs Design and moderate assessment and integrate feedback from course evaluation and student outcomes Contribute to curriculum innovation and quality assurance Research & Leadership Lead and contribute to high-quality, nationally recognised research programs Build and mentor collaborative research teams Secure competitive external research funding Publish research outputs in high-quality outlets Supervise Higher Degree by Research (HDR) candidates Service & Engagement Contribute to School, College and University governance and strategy Provide academic leadership and mentoring to early-career colleagues Manage academic programs or portfolios as required About You You will bring a strong combination of technical expertise, academic leadership and collaborative capability, along with a commitment to inclusive education and research impact. You will demonstrate: Expertise in infrastructure resilience related to natural hazards (floods, geohazards) and climate change Experience delivering and coordinating undergraduate and postgraduate programs Ability to manage large programs or multiple smaller programs A growing or established nationally recognised research profile Proven research leadership, including team development and grant success Experience supervising HDR candidates Strong people leadership skills, including mentoring and supporting academic staff Sound understanding of governance, quality and financial management in a university setting High-level communication, stakeholder engagement and negotiation skills Qualifications Mandatory: PhD in Civil Engineering Please Note: Appointment to this position is subject to passing a Working with Children and National Police Check. About the STEM College RMIT's STEM College is a national and global leader in science, technology, engineering, mathematics and health disciplines. With over 1,000 staff and 25,000 students, we deliver high-impact education and research that transforms industries and communities. Industry engagement is embedded in everything we do, ensuring our research delivers real-world impact and our graduates are work-ready. Our commitment to diversity is led by Victoria's first Dean of STEM, Diversity & Inclusion, appointed in 2020. The School of Engineering The School of Engineering is one of the largest Engineering Schools in Australia. It has over 350 staff and 7000 students, including 800 HDR students. The School is committed to driving innovation and collaboration through our industry partnerships. Our industry partners range from small companies to multinational organisations and we work together on translating our research into impact for our partners and the wider community. The School comprises the following Departments: Aerospace Engineering Biomedical Engineering Chemical and Environmental Engineering Civil and Infrastructure Engineering Electrical and Electronic Engineering Mechanical, Manufacturing and Mechatronics Engineering The School is developing new industry led degrees, where our students learn whilst working for companies, as well as innovation hubs where we will co-locate industry partners, our research teams and our undergraduate students. Over the next three to five years the School of Engineering will support these new strategic plans through investments in new facilities. This will include reimaging our teaching laboratories, where we will use new digital technologies to enhance the student experience, as well as research labs where partnerships with industry will enable us to maintain leading research facilities. https://www.rmit.edu.au/about/schools-colleges/engineering To Apply Please click the 'Apply' link below and upload the following documents: Your CV A cover letter A separate document addressing the Key Selection Criteria For further information about this position, please see the Position Description hyperlinked below or contact Associate Professor Dilan Robert via email at dilan.robert@rmit.edu.au For further information regarding recruitment processes, please contact Jennifer Pham, Senior Talent Acquisition Advisor via email at jennifer.pham2@rmit.edu.au Please do not share your application to this email address. Please note: Due to the University's end-of-year shutdown period from 25 December 2025 to 1 January 2026, there will be no talent support during this time. Recruitment will resume once the University reopens in January 2026. Position Description - Senior Lecturer - Disaster Resilience Infrastructure Please note, if you are viewing this advert from an external site, please click 'apply' and you will be redirected to RMIT's Jobs website to access the Position Description at the bottom of the page. Due to recent upgrades, position description links may not work on LinkedIn advertisements. Applications close on Tuesday 27 January 2026 at 11.59pm. RMIT is an equal opportunity employer committed to being a child safe organisation. We are dedicated to attracting, retaining and developing our people regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability and age. Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community and we strongly encourage applications from the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community. At RMIT, we are committed to supporting adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, as well as during employment. We actively support and encourage people with disability to apply to RMIT (including alternate formats of application forms). To discuss adjustment requirements, please contact Dani, via talentsupport@rmit.edu.au or visit our Careers page for more contact information - https://www.rmit.edu.au/careers. We are a Circle Back Initiative Employer - we commit to respond to every applicant.