Sukkur IBA University

Description We are inviting applications for a Post-doctoral Associate in the Division of Social Science at NYU Abu Dhabi from individuals who have or will soon receive a PhD in Economics focusing on Macro, Labor and/or Development Economics. The appointment is for 2 years and will begin September 1, 2026, subject to final budget approval and UAE visa acquisition by the prospective post-doctoral candidate. The post-doctoral associate will spend half their time on independent research, and half their time on collaborative research with Professor Pauline Corblet and Professor Samreen Malik. The collaborative research will be on labor and education economics with a particular focus on structural models tied with labor market surveys to study the role of beliefs in the labor market in both developed and developing economies. We seek a candidate with expertise in both empirical and theoretical economics, with good coding skills. The role will involve designing surveys, working with existing datasets, and applying structural models relating to human capital development and labor markets. The position does not require teaching, but it may be possible to get teaching experience for compensation. For consideration, applicants must submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae with a full working paper and publication list, statement of research interests, job market paper, transcript and two letters of reference, all in PDF format. If you have any questions, please email pauline.corblet@nyu.edu or samreen.malik@nyu.edu. Working for NYUAD To help Post-doctoral Associates and faculty thrive, we offer a comprehensive benefits package.This starts with a generous relocation allowance to ensure a smooth transition to Abu Dhabi. It includes a competitive salary; housing and transportation allowances; educational assistance for your dependents attending school in the UAE; and access to health and wellness services. Click here for more information on benefits for you and your family. About NYU Abu Dhabi NYU Abu Dhabi is a degree-granting research university with a fully integrated liberal arts and science undergraduate program in the Arts, Sciences, Social Sciences, Humanities, and Engineering. NYU Abu Dhabi, NYU New York, and NYU Shanghai, form the backbone of NYU’s global network university, an interconnected network of portal campuses and academic centers across six continents that enable seamless international mobility of students and faculty in their pursuit of academic and scholarly activity. This global university represents a transformative shift in higher education, one in which the intellectual and creative endeavors of academia are shaped and examined through an international and multicultural perspective. As a major intellectual hub at the crossroads of the Arab world, NYUAD serves as a center for scholarly thought, advanced research, knowledge creation, and sharing, through its academic, research, and creative activities. EOE/AA/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disabled/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity Employer UAE Nationals are encouraged to apply.

The University of Southampton is a world‑leading, research‑intensive university, recognised globally for excellence, innovation and enterprise. We are seeking an experienced Head of Tax to join our Finance Leadership team at a key point in the University’s strategic and financial development. This is a senior role with responsibility for the tax strategy, governance, compliance and risk management of a large and complex University Group, spanning UK and international activities, subsidiaries, capital projects and commercial ventures. Acting as the University’s principal tax adviser, you will work closely with senior leadership and a wide range of stakeholders to ensure tax matters are managed effectively, transparently and in line with the University’s values and public‑benefit mission. You will lead the development and delivery of the Group’s tax strategy, oversee tax risk and compliance, provide high‑quality advice on complex transactions, and manage relationships with HMRC and external advisers. The role offers significant scope to shape how tax supports the University’s long‑term sustainability and ambitions. We are looking for a senior tax professional with strong technical breadth, sound judgement and the credibility to influence at Executive level. Experience in higher education or the public sector is essential. What we can offer you Working at the University of Southampton gives you access to a wide range of benefits in addition to our competitive rates of pay. Our core benefits include pension scheme membership; a generous annual leave allowance (supplemented by University closure days and public holidays) and excellent family leave arrangements (including maternity, paternity, adoption and parental leave). All our benefits can be viewed here: Benefits Explained website. If you wish to discuss the role in more detail, please email Sally Crabb, Group Financial Controller, sally.crabb@soton.ac.uk for an informal conversation.

Schemes of Service: Research Division: Engineering Employment Type: Fixed Term As a University of Applied Learning, SIT works closely with industry in our research pursuits. Our research staff will have the opportunity to develop industry-relevant applied research skillsets while working on translational robotics and AI projects. The primary responsibility of this role is to support a joint SIT–DSO research project focused on evaluating and developing humanoid robot capabilities for door opening and doorway traversal in human-centric environments. The Research Engineer will contribute to humanoid robot system integration, teleoperation-based data collection, simulation-based synthetic data generation using NVIDIA Isaac Sim, and learning-based policy development for manipulation and locomotion tasks. The role will involve both experimental robotics work and AI model development for sim-to-real humanoid manipulation research. Key Responsibilities Participate in and manage the research project together with the Principal Investigator (PI), Co-PI, and research team members to ensure project deliverables are achieved. Undertake the following responsibilities in the project: i. Humanoid Robot System Integration Configure and integrate humanoid robot hardware and software systems for door opening and doorway traversal tasks. Support calibration, perception, locomotion, manipulation, and control pipeline integration. ii. Experimental Testbed Development Design and set up representative door interaction experimental environments. Conduct baseline testing and benchmarking for humanoid manipulation and traversal tasks. iii. Teleoperation and Data Collection Develop and operate teleoperation pipelines for humanoid robot data collection. Collect, process, and manage robot demonstration datasets including perception, robot states, and control data. iv. Simulation and Synthetic Data Generation Develop simulation environments and synthetic data generation workflows using NVIDIA Isaac Sim and Omniverse technologies. Implement domain randomization and scenario variation pipelines for robust sim-to-real learning. v. AI Model Development Support development and evaluation of learning-based control policies using reinforcement learning, imitation learning, and visuomotor learning approaches. Assist in model training, testing, benchmarking, and deployment on real robotic platforms. vi. Research and Technical Reporting Conduct literature reviews and experimental studies related to humanoid robotics and sim-to-real learning. Prepare technical reports, publications, and presentation materials for project reviews and dissemination. Carry out Risk Assessment and ensure compliance with Workplace Safety and Health regulations. Coordinate procurement and liaison with vendors/suppliers. Work independently and within a multidisciplinary team to ensure proper operation and maintenance of robotics equipment and experimental infrastructure. Assist in co-supervision of Final Year Project (FYP) or capstone students together with the project PI. To communicate and liaise with internal and external stakeholders to ensure project deliverables are met. Any other ad-hoc duties assigned by Supervisors. Key Requirements Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD degree in Robotics, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related fields. Experience in robotics software development using ROS/ROS2. Experience with robotic simulation platforms such as NVIDIA Isaac Sim, Isaac Lab, Gazebo, or MuJoCo. Familiarity with humanoid robots, robotic manipulators, or locomotion systems. Knowledge of machine learning, reinforcement learning, imitation learning, or computer vision techniques for robotics applications. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Good written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work independently and collaboratively in multidisciplinary teams. The following will be advantageous: Experience with teleoperation systems and data collection pipelines. Experience with NVIDIA Omniverse or sim-to-real workflows. Experience with reinforcement learning frameworks or visuomotor policy training. Experience working with dexterous hands or humanoid manipulation platforms. Key Competencies Strong interest in robotics and embodied AI research. Able to build and maintain strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Self-directed learner with strong initiative and ownership of work. Strong analytical and critical thinking skills. Proficient in technical writing and presentation. Able to work effectively in experimental and rapidly evolving research environments.