Nagasaki International University

About the project You will join an interdisciplinary project delivered through a collaboration between the Institute of Sound and Vibration Research, the School of Biological Sciences, and Mechanical Engineering at the University of Southampton. Plants emit sound—particularly under stress—and may respond to sound in ways that influence physiology, root function and pollination. This project will combine experiments, analysis and multiphysics modelling to establish credible mechanisms, limits and open datasets for plant acoustic emission and reception. We are recruiting a Postdoctoral Research Associate with an acoustics background to lead the acoustic measurement and analysis components, working closely with biology and modelling colleagues in a vibrant interdisciplinary team. Key accountabilities / duties You will: Design, set up and deliver robust measurements of plant-generated acoustic emissions under controlled stress conditions. Undertake acoustic and vibroacoustic measurements including airborne acoustics, air-coupled ultrasonics, structural vibration/waves. Work in specialist facilities including anechoic chambers and controlled experimental environments, ensuring high-quality, repeatable data. Develop and apply signal processing workflows for weak transient signals, long-term monitoring, feature extraction and statistical analysis. Support sound playback/stimulation protocols for plant response and pollination experiments. Contribute to modelling activities through experimental design input and provision of validation datasets. Manage and curate research data, contributing to open and reproducible workflows (code, metadata and documentation) in line with project and UKRI expectations. Prepare research outputs including papers, conference presentations and contributions to shared project datasets. Candidate requirements Essential PhD (or near completion) or equivalent qualifications and experience in Acoustics, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, Signal Processing or a closely related discipline. Strong practical experience in experimental acoustics/instrumentation (sensor selection, data acquisition, calibration, uncertainty/rigour and noise control). Strong signal processing skills (e.g., using Python and/or MATLAB). Ability to work effectively in an interdisciplinary team and communicate clearly across disciplines. Experience handling large datasets and using reproducible analysis workflows (e.g. Git/Jupyter/HDF5). Desirable Experience with ultrasonics, vibroacoustics, structural waves, laser Doppler vibrometry, anechoic facilities, soil acoustics, and/or bioacoustics. This post is aiming to start from June 2026 (by agreement). For informal enquiries please contact Michal Kalkowski (m.kalkowski@soton.ac.uk)

SBU/Department: School of Health, Medicine and Life Science FTE: 1.0 FTE (37 hours per week) Duration of Contract: Fixed Term (2 years) Salary: UH7 £38,784 pa to £46,049 pa by annual increments on achieving designated skills and experience Annual Leave: 35 days plus standard public holidays and an additional 4 days, including the closure of our office between Christmas and New Year Location: College Lane Campus This fellowship offers a unique opportunity to apply cutting-edge AI techniques to real-world challenges in health, medicine, and the life sciences. This is an ideal role for a technically strong, forward-thinking researcher who wants to drive meaningful innovation, champion ethical AI, and make a tangible difference to health and biomedical research. Main duties and responsibilities You will design and validate AI models across diverse domains, from clinical trials and pharmaceutical research to biomedical analytics, biomechanics, and sports science, while delivering high-impact demonstrations that showcase the power of AI in practice. Working closely with senior academics, students, and external partners, you will help embed AI into interdisciplinary projects, shape the School’s AI capability, and contribute to grant writing, publications, and international collaborations. You will also play a key role in building AI capacity through training workshops, student supervision, and active participation in academic life. Skills and experience required You will have practical experience in research teams, scholarly publications, conference presentations, and robust coding practices, including version control and reproducible data pipelines. Proficiency in Python, ML frameworks such as TensorFlow or PyTorch, statistical analysis, and strong IT skills are essential. You will thrive under tight deadlines, handling sensitive data with confidentiality, and have a methodical, detail-oriented approach. You will have excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills, combined with adaptability, initiative, and commitment to continuous learning. Public engagement experience is desirable. Qualifications required We’re looking for a talented AI researcher with a degree or equivalent level 6 qualification, or higher qualification in a relevant discipline, as well as a PhD (or equivalent level 8 qualification) in AI, Data Science, Computer Science, Biomedical Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience. Please view the job description and person specification for a full list of the duties and essential criteria. Please attach a personal statement showing clearly how your skills and experience match the person specification. Internal applicants – please ensure you apply via your employee self-service portal. An appointment to this role may require an Academic Technology Approval Scheme (ATAS) certificate. Please note, this post cannot be visa sponsored unless you can evidence a PhD / Doctorate. Contact Details/Informal Enquiries: Rich Callaghan (Associate Dean for Research) r.callaghan@herts.ac.uk Closing Date: 26 March 2026 Interview Date: TBC Reference Number: REQ000550 Our vision is to transform lives: UH is committed to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion and building a diverse community. We welcome applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of their protected characteristics and recognise that there are different ways applicants may achieve the criteria in this document. We offer a range of employee benefits, including generous annual leave, flexible location opportunities within the UK, discounted Sports Village memberships, free Active Staff sessions, personal and professional development, and family-friendly policies. #GoHerts

We have two great opportunities for Procurement Category Managers to join the University of Surrey’s Finance team, playing a pivotal role in developing and delivering the University’s procurement strategy for IT, digital, and technology-enabled services The roles will focus on securing value for money, managing commercial and delivery risk, and building effective supplier partnerships that support the University’s ambitious digital plans and long-term operational resilience. We currently have two positions available – one on a permanent basis and the other on a fixed term basis for an initial period of 12 months. The role Working in close collaboration with IT Services, digital teams, project leads, and senior stakeholders to understand technical, operational, and strategic requirements, you will enable the delivery of fit-for-purpose procurement solutions that support service reliability, cyber resilience, innovation, and scalability. While the primary focus is IT and digital categories, the role may also support wider University procurement initiatives where technology is a key enabler. Key responsibilities will include: Developing and delivering the IT and Digital category strategy Establishing and managing effective frameworks and commercial models Providing commercial leadership and stakeholder influence Leading complex sourcing, tendering, and negotiations Driving commercial value and performance improvement Improving supplier management, standardisation, and systems Ensuring governance, contracts, and capability development About you The role requires a strong understanding of IT and digital procurement, including software licensing, cloud and hosting services, infrastructure, hardware, applications, and managed services. Flexibility of approach is essential, along with the ability to provide clear commercial leadership and work collaboratively with internal project teams, technical experts, IT colleagues, finance and cost management colleagues, and other senior stakeholders to define and deliver successful outcomes. You will also have: Highly developed knowledge of procurement principles and practices, particularly IT and Digital Services related procurement Significant experience in managing complex procurements in a services organisation, including advertising, tendering, contract drafting, negotiation and managing supplier relationships The proven ability to lead procurement related business improvement and organisational change projects What we can offer In addition to a competitive salary you will receive 25 days annual leave, with additional days for Bank Holidays and University closure days. We offer a generous pension, flexible working options, access to world-class leisure facilities, a range of travel schemes and supportive family friendly benefits including an excellent on-site nursery. How to apply To apply please upload your CV and cover letter to the University website. Informal enquiries should be directed to Nick Jones via n.p.jones@surrey.ac.uk  Please note, we are not looking for any external agency support on these roles at this time. The University of Surrey is committed to providing an inclusive environment that offers equal opportunities for all. We value everyone in our community and are seeking to increase the diversity. Therefore, we particularly encourage applications from under-represented groups,  Further details Job Description