Robert Gordon University

Professor/Associate Professor (CBE: Trilateral Research Chair in Transformative Innovation, the 4th Industrial Revolution and Sustainable Development) (3 Year Fixed -Term Contract) Advert reference: uj_002361 Advert status: Online Apply by: 7 June 2026 Position Summary Industry: Education & Training Job category: Education and Training Campus: Auckland Park Kingsway Campus Contract: Fixed Term Contract Remuneration: Market Related EE position: Open to all Level: Management Introduction The University of Johannesburg (UJ) is a vibrant and cosmopolitan institution, guided by its bold UJ Strategy 2035, which emphasises Societal Impact and Sustainability, Global Footprint and Partnerships, and Technology for the Future. Committed to transformative change, UJ’s mission is “To transform and serve humanity through innovation and the collective and collaborative pursuit of knowledge.” The University is guided by the vision of building “An international university of choice, anchored in Africa and the global south, dynamically shaping a sustainable future". Job description “Please note that the University is obligated, in terms of recent amendments to the Criminal Law (Sexual Offences and Related Matters) Amendment Act 2021 (Act 13 of 2021), to assess all prospective employees (including applicants) against the National Register for Sex Offenders (NRSO). The outcome of such an assessment may have an impact upon possible employment with the University. For more information, please review the following link: Justice/Criminal/NRSO Job Description: The University of Johannesburg invites suitably qualified individuals to apply for the position of Professor/Associate Professor (3 year fixed-term contract) within the office of the DST/NRF Research Chair in Transformative Innovation, the 4th Industrial Revolution and Sustainable Development. The Chair is an international programme that addresses African issues, operating as a strategic hub for excellence that fosters deep synergy between North-South and South-South research networks. This position offers a unique opportunity to collaborate within a well-established global partnership, rooted in a core trilateral alliance between the University of Johannesburg, the University of Sussex in the UK, and the African Centre for Technology Studies (ACTS) in Kenya. Beyond these founding members, our research impact is further amplified through a strategic global network that includes active collaborations with world-class institutions such as the Manchester Institute of Innovation Research (MIOIR) and the University of Ghana, among others. Join a vibrant, international team dedicated to cutting-edge inquiry at the forefront of African development. We seek applicants with a disciplinary background in Economics, International Relations, Development Studies, Political Studies/Science or a strong academic background in a related discipline will be considered. Research specialisations on topics related to Innovation will be strongly considered, including but not limited to the following: emerging technologies and the 4th Industrial Revolution; gender issues related to innovation; innovation and environmental sustainability; innovation policy and the governance of innovation. This is a full-time position. Responsibilities: The incumbent will be expected to: Research Excellence & Impact: Produce and maintain a record of high-impact research, publishing extensively in leading international journals and contributing to the global discourse on transformative innovation. Capacity Building: Lead the supervision of postgraduate students and provide strategic mentorship and collaboration for Postdoctoral Fellows. Curriculum & Professional Development: Design and deliver advanced teaching materials at the postgraduate level and contribute to Continuing Professional Development (CPD) initiatives for policy and industry stakeholders. Project Leadership: Initiate, secure funding for, and manage complex research projects, ensuring they align with the Chair’s long-term objectives. Strategic Support: Contribute to the overall management of the Research Chair, including supporting and deputising for the Chair holder as required, and ensuring the successful execution of supervision, research, and policy engagement plans. Global Knowledge Exchange: Represent the Chair at international conferences and seminars, while spearheading the organization of academic and multi-stakeholder colloquiums and workshops to enhance disciplinary knowledge. Partnership Development: Proactively host visiting international researchers and cultivate institutional partnerships that strengthen the Chair's global network. Academic Stewardship: Contribute to the essential academic and research administration necessary for the sustained excellence of the unit. Fundraising & Sustainability: Identify strategic funding opportunities and lead the application process for substantial grants to support both individual and collaborative research projects. Minimum requirements For appointment at Professor Level: A Doctoral qualification (preferably in Economics, International Relations, Development Studies, Political Studies/Science; applicants with a doctorate in a cognate discipline and with specialisation related to innovation will also be considered). Expertise in or linked to the field of innovation. Between eight- and ten-years’ working experience in the Higher Education and/or Research environment. A proven research track record in reputable journals and conference proceedings. Supervision experience at Masters’ and Doctoral level. Experience in mentoring early-career researchers and postdoctoral fellows Proven research excellence and sustained, significant research outputs. Proven knowledge and experience in both Qualitative and Quantitative Research Methodologies at postgraduate level. Experience in delivering teaching materials and engaging with students at the postgraduate level. Proven track record in raising funds for research and managing research projects. Proven ability to think critically, analytically and laterally across disciplines and sectors (transdisciplinary). Fluent in written and oral English communication. For appointment at Associate Professor Level: A Doctoral qualification (preferably in Economics, International Relations, Development Studies, Political Studies/Science; applicants with a doctorate in a cognate discipline and with specialisation related to innovation will also be considered). Expertise in or linked to the field of innovation. Between five- and seven-years’ working experience in the Higher Education Research environment. An excellent record of relevant academic publications. Experience in supervising postgraduate students. Proven knowledge and experience in both Qualitative and Quantitative Research Methodologies at postgraduate level. Experience in delivering teaching materials and engaging with students at the postgraduate level. Proven track record in raising funds for research and managing research projects. Proven ability to think critically, analytically and laterally across disciplines and sectors (transdisciplinary). Fluent in written and oral English communication. Recommendations: Experience in managing large research projects. An NRF rating (or equivalent), or the capability of obtaining one within 2 years. A good/successful research fundraising track record. Evidence of sourcing external research funding. Competencies and Behavioural Attributes: Excellent written and verbal English communications skills. Excellent interpersonal skills, as well as the ability to collaborate with colleagues. Good planning and organisational skills. Working knowledge of the Microsoft Office package. The ability to publish in high-impact journals. The ability to supervise graduate students. Research management skills. Overall management skills. Enquiries: Enquiries regarding the job content: Prof Erika Kraemer-Mbula (SARChI Chair) on Tel: (011) 559 7447 Enquiries regarding remuneration and benefits: Ms. Samkelisiwe Chiliza (HCM Business Partner) on Tel: (011) 559 2548

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 34 Faculty of Law Startdate: 01.07.2026 | Working hours: 30 | Collective bargaining agreement: §48 VwGr. B1 Grundstufe (praedoc) Limited until: 30.06.2030 Reference no.: 5704 Explore and teach at the University of Vienna, where more than 7,500 academics thrive on curiosity in continuous exploration and help us better understand our world. Does this sound like you? Then join our accomplished team! Your new workplace: The Institute of Civil Law (Univ.-Prof. Dr. Christian Rabl) is seeking to fill a position as University Assistant (prae doc) starting July 1, 2026. The employment level is 30h/week. The employment for prae doc assistants is for 4 years, whereby the employment relationship is initially limited to 1.5 years and is automatically extended to a total of 4 years, unless the employer submits a declaration of non-renewal after a maximum of 12 months. Interested candidates with a degree and above-average academic achievements, particularly in civil law and in the minor subjects of private law, are invited to apply. This is what you do: You will be involved in research projects and academic studies in the field of civil law. We expect you to complete your dissertation agreement within 12-18 months. You will work on and complete your dissertation. You will teach courses independently in accordance with the provisions of the collective agreement. You will take on administrative tasks in research and teaching. Minimum requirements: Completion of a law degree with clearly above-average results High level of professional competence, methodological and didactic skills Very good written and spoken German and English and excellent written and oral communication skills IT user skills Ability to work in a team Desirable qualifications are: Knowledge of university processes and structures Initial experience in academic work What we offer: Work-life balance: Our employees enjoy flexible working hours. Inspiring working atmosphere: You are a part of an academic team in a healthy and fair working environment. Good public transport connections: Your workplace is easily accessible by public transport. Internal further training & Coaching: Opportunity to deepen your skills on an ongoing basis. There are over 600 courses to choose from – free of charge. Fair salary: The base salary of EUR 3,776.10 (based on full-time employment) increases if we can take professional experience into account. Equal opportunities for all: We welcome every additional/new personality to the team! It is that easy to apply: Letter of motivation Academic CV Brief concept for a dissertation project (optional if available) Publication list (optional if available) Degree certificates (optional if available) If you have any questions, please contact: Mag. Luka Rosenauer (lukas.alfred.rosenauer@univie.ac.at) Veronika Lvova (veronika.Lvova@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: June 7, 2026 Prae Doc

Description The Division of Engineering, New York University Abu Dhabi, seeks to recruit Associate Research Scientist to work on advanced sustainable functionalized membranes for desalination and water treatment, under the supervision of Professor Nidal Hilal, Director of the Water Research Center and Global Professor of Engineering. The successful applicant will drive an exciting project on developing functionalized membrane materials to tailor sustainable antifouling hybrid ultrafiltration membranes and antibacterial nanofiltration or reverse osmosis membranes for desalination and water purification. The candidate will explore advanced membrane fabrication techniques and characterization tools (SEM, AFM, Raman, TEM, DSC, XRD, FTIR, TGA, BET, etc.) to correlate fabrication-structure-property-performance of novel nanomaterials with sustainable membranes for desalination and water purification via separation processes. The candidate will work in a multidisciplinary environment consisting of PhD-level scientists and engineers, graduate students, and undergraduate students. The successful applicant will manage the project and work closely with post-doctoral researchers, establish deep technical knowledge, and develop transferable skills. He/she will actively be involved in developing novel concepts and writing research proposals. He/she will work on solving complex problems with efficiency and creativity. He/she will be involved in writing progress reports, authoring peer-reviewed publications, drafting patents, and presenting results at national and international conferences. The successful candidate will have to demonstrate his expertise in assessing antibacterial and antibiofouling properties of nanomaterials, membrane fabrications, sewage water treatment, life cycle assessment, and separation processes. He/she will be detail-oriented and well-organized and will possess excellent verbal and written communication skills. The successful candidate should be able to work independently and as part of a team. Applicants must have a PhD in materials science and engineering, environmental chemistry, chemical engineering, or a related field, along with at least 5 years of relevant post-PhD research experience. Analytical characterization skills and excellent experimental expertise relevant to assessing the antibacterial and antibiofouling properties of diversified sustainable membranes are required. Candidates with a history of peer-reviewed publications in a related research area and prior expertise in materials science, environmental chemistry, and water treatment will be preferred. This position will begin in September 2026 as a two-year contract, renewable depending on performance. The terms of employment are very competitive and include housing and educational subsidies for children. Applications will be accepted immediately, and candidates will be considered until the position is filled. To be considered, all applicants must submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, a one-page summary of research accomplishments and interests, and at least 2 references, all in PDF format. If you have any questions, please email: nhh2@nyu.edu. About NYU Abu Dhabi https://nyuad.nyu.edu/en/ NYU Abu Dhabi is the first comprehensive liberal arts and research campus in the Middle East to be operated abroad by a major American research university. Times Higher Education ranks NYU among the top 30 universities in the world, making NYU Abu Dhabi the highest-ranked university in the UAE and MENA region. NYU Abu Dhabi has integrated a highly selective undergraduate curriculum across the disciplines with a world center for advanced research and scholarship. The university enables its students in the sciences, engineering, social sciences, humanities, and arts to succeed in an increasingly interdependent world and advance cooperation and progress on humanity’s shared challenges. NYU Abu Dhabi’s high-achieving students have come from over 120 countries and speak over 100 languages. Together, NYU's campuses in New York, Abu Dhabi, and Shanghai form the backbone of a unique global university, giving faculty and students opportunities to experience varied learning environments and immersion in other cultures at one or more of the numerous study-abroad sites NYU maintains on six continents.  NYUAD is committed to upholding a culture of non-discrimination, anti-harassment, dignity, and mutual respect; providing equal access and opportunity; and fostering academic excellence in learning, research, and teaching. Students are drawn from among the world’s best. They are bright, intellectually passionate, and committed to building a campus environment anchored in mutual respect, understanding, and care. The NYUAD undergraduate student body has garnered an impressive record of scholarships, graduate-school admissions, and other global honors. Graduate education is an area of growth for the University; the current graduate student population of over 100 students is expected to expand in the next decade as doctoral programs are developed. Working for NYUAD At NYUAD, we recognize that Abu Dhabi is more than where you work; it’s your home. In order for research staff to thrive, we offer a comprehensive benefits package. This starts with a generous relocation allowance; educational assistance for your dependents; access to health and wellness services; and more. NYUAD is committed to research staff success throughout the academic trajectory, providing support for ambitious and world-class research projects and innovative, interactive teaching approaches. Support for dual-career families is a priority. Visit our website for more information on benefits for you and your dependents. NYUAD is an equal-opportunity employer. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates and seek individuals who will contribute to the excellence and vibrancy of our academic community. Applications are welcome from all qualified candidates. In line with UAE regulations, Emirati candidates are encouraged to apply. Join NYU Abu Dhabi, an exceptional place for exceptional people. NYUAD values belonging and respect; such principles are fundamental to the university’s commitment to excellence. NYUAD is an equal-opportunity employer. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates and seek individuals who will contribute to our vibrant, multidisciplinary research and teaching community. Multidisciplinary research and exceptional teaching in a global campus community are hallmarks of the University’s mission. @WorkAtNYUAD