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Role type: Full Time (1.0 FTE); Fixed-Term for 1 year Faculty: Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences Department/ School: Department of Microbiology & Immunology Salary: Level A: $83,468 - $113,262 p.a. plus 17% super Independent research role in molecular parasitology with publication and funding opportunity. Apply now to lead metabolite focused Plasmodium research, develop multi-omics skills and contribute to high impact publications and grants. Investing in you - 17% superannuation, benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities. The University of Melbourne We take pride in our people, who all contribute to our mission to benefit society through the transformative impact of education and research. Discover more via our website. Your next career opportunity You will join the Day laboratory at the Bio21 Institute to investigate how Plasmodium falciparum metabolites influence host and parasite biology, using molecular parasitology combined with metabolomic and transcriptomic approaches. You will independently plan and execute experiments, analyse data, mentor trainees and contribute to manuscripts and grant applications, with strong potential for ongoing appointment.What you will deliver: Lead and Deliver Research Projects: Independently plan, perform and troubleshoot experiments combining molecular parasitology with metabolomics and transcriptomics to meet project milestones. Analyse, Record and Communicate Data: Conduct qualitative and statistical analyses, maintain accurate experimental records, and report results to investigators and collaborators. Mentor and Collaborate: Supervise and train honours and graduate students, assist colleagues with experiments, and present data at lab meetings and scientific forums. Manage Laboratory Operations: Maintain SOPs, databases, inventories and equipment, assist with ethics/OGTR submissions, ordering and routine OH&S responsibilities. You may be a great fit if: You have hands on experience with Plasmodium cell culture and molecular assays. You are skilled in metabolomics or transcriptomics workflows and in interpreting omics data. You possess strong statistical/data analysis skills and can present findings clearly. You are experienced in mentoring junior researchers and contributing to publications. You adhere to biosafety procedures and support laboratory management and compliance. For further information please refer to the attached PD. What we offer you! We offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits to support your success and sense of fulfilment, including: Build future financial security with 17% superannuation Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being Career development opportunities, including access to a range of tailored programs, such as Academic Women in Leadership, and learning platforms including LinkedIn Learning Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balance and well-being, including leading parental leave, gender affirmation leave and cultural leave Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance, and access to unique cultural and recreational benefits such as discounts for the Melbourne Theatre Company Health and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program For more information check out our benefits page! Your new team - Department of Microbiology & Immunology The Department prides itself on offering world-class training in microbiology and immunology led by teaching specialists and teaching-research academics. This research-led teaching in infection and immunity provides superb training for undergraduate and graduate students alike. The Department is also home to the Victorian Public Health Laboratory for Microbiology, known as the Microbiological Diagnostic Unit (MDU), which provides advice and services in public health microbiology. Our research focuses largely on understanding the immune system and on pathogens and infectious agents aiming to develop new ways to detect, control and treat infectious diseases or alternatively to manipulate the immune system to improve responses to organisms that cause infectious diseases or cancer. The Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences (MDHS) is Australia's pre-eminent medical, health sciences and biomedical faculty and is recognised for its research, teaching, training, and policy leadership across all these fields. A large portion of our workforce work in hospital-based departments Be Yourself The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child-safe organisation. The diversity of our community enriches us all, and we are committed to creating an inclusive and fair workplace where everyone is valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. Discover more about Diversity and Inclusion at UniMelb. We're committed to a barrier-free recruitment process and ongoing workplace support, providing adjustments throughout. We warmly encourage applications from people with disabilities. Learn more about how we support an accessible recruitment process. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians. Visit our Indigenous staff page to learn more about our investment and support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff. Indigenous applicants are encouraged to connect with our Indigenous Employment & Development team at oied-hr@unimelb.edu.au. Application essentials: Visit "apply with us" to learn more about the process, including tips and FAQs. You must have current valid work rights for Australia. Visa sponsorship is not available for this role. A Working with Children Check is required for all positions. If successful, we will guide you through the process and reimburse you. Please upload your resume and a cover letter outlining your interest and experience as part of the application process. Please upload your responses to the Selection Criteria, found in the Position Description. Want to know more? For queries related to this specific position, contact Professor Karen day at karen.day@unimelb.edu.au For questions related to our recruitment process email Corey Menadue at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au For recruitment adjustments contact Kim Groizard on +61 3 9035 3218 or at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au (subject: 'Recruitment Adjustments'). Apply today and join a community that's shaping the future. Applications close: Thursday 30 April 11:55 PM; Melbourne time zone. Position Description: PD-JR-011109 Research_Officer.pdf PD-JR-011109 Research_Officer.docx

Liverpool John Moores University (LJMU) is a distinctive, unique institution, rooted in the Liverpool City Region and with a global presence. Our students and staff, past, present, and future, are the beating heart of our city and can be found in every corner of every industry and community. We couldn’t exist anywhere else and have shaped the city in which we belong. Working with the people of Liverpool to improve lives and support communities is at the heart of why we were founded and why we exist today. As Head of Secretariat, working closely with the University Secretary and General Counsel, you will manage the Secretariat team and lead the day to day operation of governance and secretariat services for the University, its Board and sub committees. You will provide advice on governance, constitutional and procedural matters in line with regulatory requirements and sector best practice ensuring that University, Board and committee business is planned, co-ordinated and delivered efficiently. You will have significant experience in governance, secretariat or committee management and of working with senior stakeholders within a large organisation. Experience within the UK higher education sector and knowledge of sector governance frameworks would be highly advantageous. In return, we offer an excellent benefits package including generous annual leave entitlement, pension scheme, induction and development support as well as family-friendly policies. This is an exciting time to join the university as we deliver the LJMU Strategy 2030 and its vision of LJMU as an inclusive civic university transforming lives and futures, by placing students at the heart of everything we do. If you feel that this is the role you have been looking for and your skills and experience can make a real difference at LJMU, we look forward to hearing from you. LJMU is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds and communities irrespective of age, transgender status, disability, gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity and religion or belief. All our appointments are made on merit. Please note all of our vacancies will be closed to applications at midnight on the advertised closing date, unless otherwise stated.

Postdoctoral Researcher in Mechanistic Interface Science for Lithium-based Electrochemical Ammonia Synthesis Aalto University is where science and art meet technology and business. We shape a sustainable future by making research breakthroughs in and across our disciplines, sparking the game changers of tomorrow and creating novel solutions to major global challenges. Our community is made up of 120 nationalities, 14 000 students, 400 professors and close to 5000 faculty and staff working on our dynamic campus in Espoo, Greater Helsinki, Finland. Diversity is part of who we are, and we actively work to ensure our community’s diversity and inclusiveness. This is why we warmly encourage qualified candidates from all backgrounds to join our community. At the Department of Applied Physics, our pioneering research in physical sciences creates important industrial applications that hold great technological potential. Our research focuses on Materials physics, Quantum technology, Soft & living matter, and Advanced energy solutions. Topics extend from fundamental research to important applications. We educate future generations of research and development professionals, data specialists, technology experts, inventors, and scientists for industry and society. Are you excited about mechanistic electrochemistry and state-of-the-art operando/cryogenic characterization of reactive interfaces? We are now looking for a postdoctoral researcher to lead the development of an advanced and correlative characterization workflow for lithium deposition and solid-electrolyte interphase (SEI) analysis in lithium-mediated nitrogen reduction reaction (LiNRR) systems for green ammonia synthesis at Aalto University’s Department of Applied Physics. In this position, you will have a chance to make an impact by establishing reliable, multimodal methods that connect interphase chemistry and morphology to electrochemical performance, stability, and degradation mechanisms. Join us in shaping the future of advanced electrochemical interface science! LiNRR is a highly dynamic electrochemical process where Li plating/stripping, SEI formation, electrolyte/proton-source reactions. These co-evolve and directly influence ammonia formation and energy efficiency. This position targets the core bottleneck: turning complex, sensitive interphases into measurable, interpretable mechanisms through operando and in-situ observation and correlative analysis. Alternative mediated systems other than lithium will also be investigated. Your work will also build transferable capability for other lithium and battery-relevant interfacial processes. This postdoctoral position is funded through a recent M-Era.Net project “Ammonia Production via Electrochemical Reduction of Nitrogen” and the project partners also includes SINTEF, Solvenian National Institute of Chemistry, as well as industrial partners - NitroVolt and NanoScientifica. Your role and goals Build a correlative characterization and analysis workflow for Li deposition and SEI evolution, integrating structural and chemical information at various length- and timescales. Perform operando and post-mortem characterization to obtain mechanistic understanding of Li deposition and SEI evolution. A toolkit of morphological, strucutral and chemical analysis techniques will be used, including: cryo-FIB/SEM, cryo-TEM, in-situ and liquid-cell TEM, EC-AFM, XCT, SAXS, XAS, XRS, XPS, etc. Correlate materials characterization results with electrochemical kinetics analysis and computational insights for mechanistic interpretation of LiNRR and beyond-Li NRR. Collaborate with the project partners and support their research activities in this project Support other electrochemical studies (e.g., batteries) within the group Your network and team Aalto University established a characterization platform for visualization and analysis of the SEI layer by integrating advanced ex situ and in situ/operando characterization techniques to unveil interfacial reactions and visualize lithium metal deposition and SEI evolution You will work in a highly interdisciplinary environment within the Advanced Energy Solutions area of Aalto University. You will collaborate closely with a team focusing on SEI engineering, as well as colleagues working on Batteries. Part of the characterizations will be performed at the Nanomicroscopy center (e.g., for cryo-FIB/STEM and operando TEM). Supervision will be provided by Prof. Yaolin Xu, team leader of EMI (Energy Materials & Interfaces). And you will have the opportunity to interact with world-class experts in electrochemistry, materials science, and microscopy. Daily collaboration with the local electrochemistry and characterization team at Aalto University. Access to facility experts and infrastructure in microscopy and spectroscopy to support robust sample preparation, transfer, measurement, and analysis. Opportunity to collaborate with international research teams The person selected for the position will report to Prof. Yaolin Xu Head of Energy Materials & Interfaces (EMI) Group. Your experience and ambitions We are looking for a candidate who: Has a PhD in physics, materials science, chemical engineering, or a closely related field Experienced in electrochemical ammonia synthesis, preferrably LiNRR Strong background in electrochemical interfaces and/or advanced materials characterization Hands-on experience in one or more of the following: In situ/operando spectroscopy (incl. operando FTIR, Raman, and X-ray spectroscopy) AFM and/or 3D imaging (e.g., XCT) Cryo-FIB/SEM and cryo-STEM & liquid-cell TEM Experienced in glovebox workflows and controlled sample transfer Collaborative mindset and ability to work effectively in an interdisciplinary environment EN: Fluency in English is required (spoken and written). FI: Finnish language is not required; proficiency is considered an advantage. This position offers a rare combination of electrochemistry, operando and in-situ characterization, and correlative mechanism-driven analysis for green ammonia via LiNRR. You will help build a platform capability that enables reliable, interpretable insight into one of the most challenging interface problems in electrochemistry, with strong links to both battery-relevant science and industrial translation. What we offer A meaningful and inspiring research environment in a university ranked among the world’s best in sustainability and materials science Access to world-class research infrastructure in the EMI group and at Aalto’s Nanomicroscopy Center, including state-of-the-art EC-AFM, analytical STEM, cryo-EM, liquid cell TEM, SAXS, etc. The chance to collaborate with experts across electrochemistry, nanomaterials, and advanced energy solutions Support for professional development, including training, international conferences, and career coaching A vibrant, international campus community in Espoo, Greater Helsinki, consistently ranked as one of the happiest and safest places to live worldwide The position is full-time and funded for two years. The salary range for this position is approximately 4130–4550 €/month, depending on experience, and includes occupational healthcare. Our vast array of professional development opportunities means you will grow and learn, having the chance to participate actively in staff trainings and development projects based on your interests and needs. We value work-life balance and well-being in all aspects of life. We work in a hybrid model, with the primary workplace located at the Otaniemi Campus in Espoo, Finland. Life on the revitalized campus is vibrant, featuring stunning architecture, tranquil nature, and a variety of cafes, restaurants, and services, all complemented by excellent public transportation connections. Join us! To apply, please share your CV and motivation letter as one single PDF document in English with us through our recruitment site ("Apply now!”) latest at 23.59pm (EEST/UTC +3) April 17th, 2026. Please note: Aalto University’s employees should apply for the position via our internal HR system Workday (Internal Jobs) by using their existing Workday user account (not via the external webpage for open positions). If you are a student or visitor at Aalto University, please apply with your personal email address (not aalto.fi) via Aalto University open positions. Please note the position shall be filled as soon as possible. We will only consider candidates who can start working on this project immediately. Also, we will review applications and invite suitable candidates to interview already during the application period. You will hear from us the latest one week after the application deadline. For more information about the role, please contact professor Yaolin Xu, yaolin.xu@aalto.fi. Want to know more about us and your future colleagues? You can watch these videos: This is Aalto University! Aalto University – Towards a better world and Shaping a Sustainable Future. Read more about working at Aalto: Careers at Aalto | Aalto University Check out our new virtual campus experience: Aalto University – virtual campus tour About Finland Finland is a great place for living with or without family – it is a safe, politically stable and well-organized Nordic society. Finland is consistently ranked high in quality of life and was listed again as the happiest country in the world: World Happiness Report 2025. For more information about living in Finland: Aalto Careers for International Staff. More about Aalto University: Aalto.fi youtube.com/user/aaltouniversity linkedin.com/school/aalto-university/ www.facebook.com/aaltouniversity instagram.com/aaltouniversity To view information about Workday Accessibility, please click here. Please see more of our Open Positions here.