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Goldsmiths, University of London, stands as a world-leading centre for radical creativity, progressive scholarship, and interdisciplinary innovation. For over a century, we have been at the forefront of cultural and intellectual change, producing nearly a quarter of all Turner Prize winners and graduates who shape creative industries and social progress globally. Rooted in our founding mission to serve "the industrial, working and poorer classes," we remain deeply committed to social justice and progressive education. Our 7,500 students on our vibrant South-East London campus experience education where interdisciplinarity is the norm and critical thinking flourishes at the intersection of creativity, technology, and social critique. Ranked top in the UK for students' academic progression and top three for Art and Design, with nearly 80% of our research rated internationally excellent or world-leading, Goldsmiths holds a proud reputation across the sector. As we celebrate 120 years as a university and navigate a critical period of transformation, we seek a Vice-Chancellor who will champion our distinctive identity and ensure Goldsmiths continues to be an essential force for creativity and positive change. We seek an exceptional leader who can provide highly visible, inspirational leadership while championing Goldsmiths' distinctive identity as a crucible for radical creativity and progressive scholarship. The successful candidate will have a deep understanding of and commitment to the higher education sector, with strong financial acumen and a proven ability to lead sustainable transformational change. You will be an outstanding communicator with the vision to advance Goldsmiths' global reputation, the strategic capability to ensure financial sustainability and diversify income streams, and a creative approach to leveraging Goldsmiths’ unique reputation externally. Essential to success will be a profound commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion, alongside the emotional intelligence and cultural sensitivity to lead a community that values radical inquiry and social purpose. Above all, we seek a leader who will embrace what makes Goldsmiths special, who will work in genuine partnership with our community to navigate change while preserving what makes Goldsmiths distinctive and essential. We are a member of the Disability Confident scheme and actively encourage applications from disabled people for positions at Goldsmiths. For details of the appointment, including further information about the job description, person specification, and how to apply, please visit https://PLusPortal.PerrettLaver.com quoting reference 8111. For informal inquiries, please contact Principal Research Associate, Eljoh Balajadia on eljoh.balajadia@perrettlaver.com or +44 (0) 203 928 7375. The deadline for applications is 11:59pm (GMT) on Sunday 29th March 2026. Protecting your personal data is of the utmost importance to Perrett Laver, and we take this responsibility very seriously. Any information obtained by our trading divisions is held and processed in accordance with the relevant data protection legislation. The data you provide us with is securely stored on our computerised database and transferred to our clients for the purposes of presenting you as a candidate and/or considering your suitability for a role you have registered interest in. As defined under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) Perrett Laver is a Data Controller and a Data Processor, and our legal basis for processing your personal data is ‘Legitimate Interests’. You have the right to object to us processing your data in this way. For more information about this, your rights, and our approach to Data Protection and Privacy, please visit our website https://perrettlaver.com/privacy-policy.

Doctoral position at Department of Electronics and Nanoengineering at Aalto University, in Espoo, Finland. DC2: Sub-terahertz and terahertz reconfigurable intelligent surfaces Main supervisor:  Prof. Viktar Asadchy[AALTO] Co-supervisors/mentors:  Dr. Victoria Tormo [INDRA] and Dr. Barthès [3DEUS] Objectives To establish an analytical modeling approach for multilayer tunable metasurfaces that captures the key electromagnetic coupling effects between layers and enables fast prediction of their tunable response without relying solely on full-wave simulations. To create efficient adjoint-based optimization methods for tunable metasurfaces that provide rapid sensitivity/gradient evaluation, support high-dimensional design spaces, and allow systematic optimization of performance targets such as efficiency, bandwidth, and multi-condition operation. To design and fabricate reconfigurable metasurface prototypes that implement a global tuning mechanism, and to experimentally characterize their electromagnetic performance. To validate the achieved tuning range and functional performance in laboratory measurements against modeling and simulation results. This position is part of the MetaTune Doctoral Network "Reconfigurability using inversely designed metasurfaces", which has been funded under the Horizon Europe Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA) program. Acquire knowledge During the thesis, the candidate will acquire a solid understanding of the theoretical and practical requirements for designing tunable and reconfigurable metasurfaces, with emphasis on multilayer architectures and system-level performance metrics (efficiency, bandwidth, angular response, and robustness). In parallel, the candidate will gain in-depth knowledge of analytical modeling techniques and adjoint-based optimization methods for high-dimensional inverse design, as well as develop practical expertise in prototyping and laboratory characterization. Go to the project webpage for more information What METATUNE Offers Work contract at Aalto is for 36 months funded through the MSCA network, with the additional benefits for employees (public and universal health system, free schools, etc.). Two 3-month research stays, one at Indra Sistemas SA in Madrid and one in 3DEUS Dynamics SAS at Lyon are foreseen in the research plan. Opportunity to pursue a PhD degree at a leading European university within a collaborative, international network. Training program including research-specific and transferable skills courses. Active participation in workshops, conferences, and network-wide events to build professional and scientific connections. Stimulating, multidisciplinary, and international research environment within a prestigious European training network. Starting date: Now-December 2026; negotiable. Deadline for online application: May 31, 2026 (but candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible). Requirements Mandatory Requirements You must have a finalized master’s degree in fields related to the research topic: Electrical Engineering, Physics, Telecommunications Engineering, Applied Physics, Optics, Material Engineering, or similar. You should not have a doctoral degree at the time of recruitment. You must not have resided or carried out your main activity (work, studies, etc.) in Finland for more than 12 months in the 36 months immediately before the recruitment (this is a requirement from the funding authority). You will apply for the study right in doctoral studies at Aalto University School of Electrical Engineering and must satisfy the eligibility conditions for this doctoral programme. Sufficient skills in the English language. Additional Requirements Strong background in electrodynamics and excellent mathematical skills. Basic knowledge of computational electromagnetics. High proficiency in Python, MATLAB, Wolfram Mathematica, or similar programming software. High motivation and creativity. Good written and verbal communication, including presentation skills. Good organizational skills, attention to details, and ability to meet deadlines. Willingness to learn and work collaboratively in a research environment. Desired skills and knowledge Proficiency in electromagnetic simulation software, such as COMSOL Multiphysics, ANSYS HFSS, or CST Studio Suite. Solid knowledge of computational electromagnetics. Previous experience with design and fabrication of metasurfaces. Apply now via this link, at the latest by May 31st, 2026: https://metatune.webs.upv.es/jobs/

As a University of Applied Learning, SIT works closely with industry in our research pursuits. Our research staff will have the opportunity to be equipped with applied research skill sets that are relevant to industry demands while working on research projects in SIT.  Job Responsibilities Participate in and manage a few research projects with the Principal Investigator (PI), Co-PI and the research team members to ensure all project deliverables are met. Accumulate data from Co-PIs for quarterly, annual, or final progress reports Schedule meetings with co-PIs, collaborators on-site or off-site Update research or project team's activities on social media, website, and record videos when needed. Supporting PI/research team for overseas traveling, meetings, budgeting and collecting photos for reports. Facilitate visiting students or scholars for internal document collection and approval. Collect documents needed for different projects as KPIs. Undertake these responsibilities in the project: i. Lead and support high-quality publications to disseminate the applied research outcomes. ii. Plan, organize, and carry out experiments and trials in the labs to achieve the objectives iii. Manage and complete the project by presenting the findings in conferences or meetings with industrial collaborator, submitting timely data & documents, and purchasing chemicals or consumables. iv. Consolidate the data in order to generate sufficient scientific evidence for meeting slides and reports. v. Engage and communicate with collaborators for progress meetings and report generation to meet the grantor's requirements. The candidate is to liaise and communicate with any internal or external stakeholders to ensure project deliverables are met and to perform any other adhoc duties assigned by Supervisor.  Job requirements Have relevant competence in the areas of project management, organizing documents, and facilitating report drafting. Have a degree in Food Science and Technology, Engineering or Science is a bonus. Some analytical work experience for texture analysis, food formulation and characterization, or publication is a bonus Detail-oriented person, able to communicate with industrial collaborators to share key findings, seek supports, or conduct commercial trials. Coordinate procurement and liaison with vendors/suppliers. Work independently, as well as within a team, to ensure proper operation and maintenance of equipment.