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Join Research Services at Swinburne University Full-time, ongoing position at our Hawthorn campus HEW Level 8 salary + 17% super and staff benefits About the Role The Research Grants and Contracts team within Research Services are seeking a highly experienced Manager, Major Research Initiatives to lead the delivery of research management and operational support for Swinburne’s largest and most strategically important research initiatives. You will support a defined portfolio of high value, complex, reputationally important, multi-party research awards, such as ARC Centres of Excellence, ARC Industrial Transformation Program, Australian Government funded projects, Cooperative Research Centres, State Government projects and other important industry projects and consortia. This role encompasses the full grants’ lifecycle, managing all pre-award and post-award activities associated with securing large grants, including support in bid preparation, budget analysis, compliance checks, ensuring certification processes, drafting and reviewing proposals, coordinating stakeholder inputs, and ensuring alignment with funding body guidelines. As the Manager, you will provide tailored project management advice, guidance, and support for the establishment, monitoring, reporting, and post-award administration of major research projects. You will also provide expert advice and strategic recommendations to inform key business decisions and develop and implement processes, workflows, and systems to ensure the effective and active management of major research projects from pre-award planning through to project completion. The position will work closely with research project leaders and staff, teams in Swinburne Research Services, and colleagues in Schools/ Centres, Commercialisation and Innovation area, to support the successful delivery of these projects and the research enterprise. About You To be suitable for this role you will need to have experience in the below key accountabilities: Substantial experience in complex program or research management including provision of expert, strategic advice, reporting and consulting. Demonstrable experience in project management and/or evaluation and/or contract management, with project management qualification(s). Highly developed planning and organisational skills with experience in establishing priorities, allocating resources and meeting deadlines.  Excellent relationship management and consultation skills including the ability to undertake consultative processes, engage with senior management, influence and negotiate with a variety of stakeholders. Highly developed analytical and conceptual skills including demonstrated ability to quickly assimilate new concepts and information and deliver positive, innovative solutions Advanced computer literacy, particularly with current business management software packages and their various application capabilities is preferred.  Qualifications Postgraduate qualifications and extensive relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education and training. Progress towards accreditation through the Australasian Research Management Society is preferred.  About Swinburne University of Technology  Swinburne’s strategy draws upon our understanding of future challenges. We choose to build Swinburne as the prototype of a new and different university – one that is truly of Technology, of Innovation and of Entrepreneurship. We are committed to a differentiated university proposition in education and research. Our Ad Astra strategy is the cornerstone of Swinburne’s bold ambition to lead globally in technology-driven education and research. This strategy positions us to create transformative solutions, empower learners, and partner with industry to thrive in an ever-changing world. What We Offer You! Work your way with flexible working arrangements, including hybrid options and generous parental leave to support a balanced lifestyle.  Exclusive staff discounts, including discounted Medibank health insurance, 50% off Swinburne courses and other partner offers. Swinburne offers 17% super and salary packaging options, including car leasing and extra super contributions. Want to learn more? Head over to our benefits page! To Apply Please submit your CV and Cover Letter addressing the Key Selection Criteria and your suitability for this position. To review the Position Description and to apply, please scroll down to the bottom of the page. If you are viewing this advert from an external site, please click ‘apply’ and you will be redirected to Swinburne’s Jobs website to access the Position Description at the bottom of the page. Please Note: Appointment to this position is subject to passing a Working with Children Check and a National Police Check. If you are experiencing technical difficulties with your application, please contact the Swinburne Talent Acquisition Team on talentacquisition@swin.edu.au Applications Close: Friday, 12 June 2026 at 11:30pm. Swinburne offers flexible working options contained in our leave and parenting/carer policies to support work-life balance. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Swinburne has become a world-class university, driving social and economic impacts through science, technology, and innovation. As a dual-sector university, our vision is for people and technology working together to build a better world. Central to our vision is our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We pride ourselves on being an equal opportunity employer focused on attracting, retaining, and developing great talent. We work to remove barriers related to gender identity, culture, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, and age. We strongly encourage applicants from diverse Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. Our Moondani Toombadool Centre leads our Indigenous education and culture at Swinburne, guided by community wisdom and leadership. We support applicants with disabilities. Adjustments can be requested at any time during the recruitment process. For Reasonable Adjustment requests, including accessible formats for the PD, application form or any other document, please contact at DCR@swin.edu.au or call +61 3 9214 3550. Please note the above number and DCR email address are for disability or reasonable adjustments queries only. General enquiries about the role can be sent to talentacquisition@swin.edu.au (general enquiries will not be answered by phone). 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At the University of Vienna, over 10,000 people work together on the big questions of the future. Approximately 7,500 of them are academic staff members. These are individuals who, with their curiosity and their continuous pursuit of excellence, engage in international cutting-edge research and teaching. With us, you will also find space to unfold your potential. We are looking for a/an  University Assistant Predoctoral 52 Faculty of Chemistry Startdate: 01.06.2026 | Working hours: 30 | Collective bargaining agreement: §48 VwGr. B1 Grundstufe (praedoc) Reference no.: 5619 At the institute of Theoretical Chemistry at the Faculty of Chemistry a PhD position is to be filled. Our group covers different topics in theoretical chemistry, from the use of advanced electronic structure methods to the development of dynamical approaches to study photochemical reactions, also including machine learning. The group is part of the Cluster of Excellence “MECS- Materials for Energy Conversion and Storage” and the Sonderforschungsbereich TRR234 “CataLight- Light-driven Molecular Catalysts in Hierarchically Structured Materials”, benefiting from many experimental and theoretical collaborations. Your personal sphere of play: You will carry out excited-state electronic structure calculations and simulations of photodynamics of complex organic or inorganic molecules in condensed phase. You will apply state-of-the-art theoretical methods and will have the possibility to develop new computational dynamical strategies. The outcome shall contribute to the understanding of mechanisms of photocatalytic processes in solution or other complex environments. The employment duration is 3 years. Initially limited to 1.5 years, the employment relationship is automatically extended to 3 years if the employer does not terminate it within the first 12 months by submitting a declaration of non-extension. With appropriate work progress, an extension to a total maximum of 4 years is possible. Your future tasks: You actively participate in research, teaching & administration, which means: You are involved in research related to excited-state electronic structure calculations and simulations of photodynamics of complex organic or inorganic molecules in condensed phase. You will carry out independent computational work, including data analysis and preparation of results for publication. You are expected to sign a doctoral thesis agreement within 12 months.  You will work on your dissertation and towards its completion. You engage in teaching (independently and/or in a team) within the scope of the provisions of the collective bargaining agreement. You may occasionally be involved in the organization of meetings, conferences and symposiums. You take on administrative tasks in research, teaching and administration. This is part of your personality: Completed Master's degree or Diploma in Chemistry, Physics, Computational Science or a related field Good knowledge of theoretical chemistry, especially on one or more of the following topics: excited-state quantum chemistry, nonadiabatic dynamics or multiscale methods Hands-on experience with scientific computing and/or programming skills What we offer Fully funded PhD project: We offer an attractive research project at the cutting-edge of the research field for you PhD thesis. Inspiring working atmosphere: You are a part of an international academic team in a healthy and fair working environment. Good public transport connections: Your workplace in the center of beautiful Vienna is easily accessible by public transport. Internal further training & coaching: The Vienna Doctoral School as well as the Department of Human Resources offer plenty of opportunities to grow your skills in over 600 courses to choose from – free of charge. Fair salary: The basic salary of EUR 3.776,10 (full-time basis, 14x p.a.; 75% for a 30 hour position) increases if we can credit professional experience. Terms of employment: The employment duration is 3 years. Initially limited to 1.5 years, the employment relationship is automatically extended to 3 years if the employer does not terminate it within the first 12 months by submitting a declaration of non-extension. With appropriate work progress, an extension to a total maximum of 4 years is possible. Equal opportunities for everyone: We look forward to diverse personalities in the team! It is that easy to apply: With a Letter of motivation With your Academic curriculum vitae With a List of publications, evidence of teaching experience (if available) Degree certificates Via our  job portal/ Apply now -  button If you have any questions, please contact: Leticia Gonzalez Herrero   leticia.gonzalez@univie.ac.at We look forward to new personalities in our team!  The University of Vienna has an anti-discriminatory employment policy and attaches great importance to equal opportunities, the advancement of women and diversity. We lay special emphasis on increasing the number of women in senior and in academic positions among the academic and general university staff and therefore expressly encourage qualified women to apply. Given equal qualifications, preference will be given to female candidates. University of Vienna. Space for personalities. Since 1365. Data protection ​Application deadline: 05/27/2026 (MM-DD-YYYY) Prae Doc https://jobs.univie.ac.at/job-invite/5619

Are you an experienced HR professional with a passion for delivering impactful organisational change? We are seeking a highly capable HR Change Manager to join our Human Resources team and play a critical role in supporting the design and delivery of large-scale transformation across the University. This is a fantastic opportunity to work at the heart of complex change programmes, collaborating with senior leaders, stakeholders and Trade Unions to shape the future of our organisation. About the Role Reporting to the Senior HR Change Manager, you will lead on the delivery of HR activity across change programmes, ensuring that all processes are managed effectively, sensitively and in line with University policies and best practice. You will act as a trusted advisor, providing expert HR guidance while coordinating a range of activities including consultation processes, stakeholder engagement, workforce planning and transition support. From preparing consultation materials and managing communications, to supporting staff through change, you will help ensure smooth and successful implementation. The role also involves developing and reviewing job descriptions, supporting equality impact assessments, managing HR data and risk analysis, and contributing to the design of new organisational structures and ways of working. You will play a key role in ensuring that people are supported, engaged and equipped throughout periods of change. What We’re Looking For We are looking for a confident and collaborative HR professional with significant experience supporting complex organisational change within a large or multifaceted organisation. You will bring: Proven experience of delivering HR support for large-scale change initiatives Strong project management skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities Experience working with HR policies, employee relations matters, and consultation processes Excellent communication skills, with the ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders at all levels Strong analytical and problem-solving capability A relevant qualification at degree level (or equivalent) Experience of working with Trade Unions, job evaluation methodologies, or within a Higher Education environment would be advantageous. Why Join Us? At the University of Southampton, we are committed to creating a supportive and inclusive workplace where our people can thrive. You’ll be part of a collaborative HR team that plays a vital role in shaping organisational success and employee experience. This role offers the chance to work on meaningful, high-profile change programmes, develop your expertise, and make a tangible impact across the University community.