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We are seeking to appoint a Research Assistant in Bacterial Evolution to join the UKRI FLF-funded research group of Dr Rachel Wheatley, based in the School of Biological Sciences at Queen's University Belfast. Species interactions are a fundamental comonent of bacterial infections. Yet, when, and how these interactions impact the response of a bacterial pathogen to antibiotics is currently not clear. The appointee for this position will: (1) conduct research into how microbial interactions impact antibiotic resistance in bacterial pathogens, and (2) assist in the general running of the research laboratory, with tasks such as lab ordering, autoclaving, and supporting team members with experiments. The successful candidate will be involved in conducting experiments to investigate how antibiotic resistance mutations impact bacterial virulence in a Galleria mellonella model, and experiments to investigate how antibiotic resistance evolves in microbial communities. They will support running of the research laboratory via tasks such as consumable ordering, lab meeting schedules, and supporting team members with experiments. About the person: The successful candidate must have, and your application should clearly demonstrate that you meet the following essential criteria: Hold a Degree in a relevant area (e.g. biological sciences, microbiology, molecular biology, biochemistry). Specific, relevant and demonstratable research experience in experimental lab work. Experience in working with microorganisms. Experience of statistical analyses and appropriate software e.g. R and R Studio. Experience of working in a team. To be successful at shortlisting stage, please ensure you clearly evidence in your application how you meet the essential and, where applicable, desirable criteria listed in the Candidate Information. This is a fixed term post for 30 months.Fixed term contract posts are available for the stated period in the first instance but in particular circumstances may be renewed or made permanent subject to availability of funding. What we offer: Beyond a competitive salary, the University offers an attractive benefits package including a holiday entitlement of up to 8.4 weeks a year, pension schemes and development opportunities. We support staff wellbeing with flexible working options, work-life balance initiatives and support for physical and mental health. You can find more detail on all of this and more on our website. Queen's University is committed to promoting equality of opportunity to all. We subscribe to Equality Charter Marks such as the Diversity Charter Mark NI and Athena Swan and have established staff networks such as iRise (Black, Asian, Minority Ethnic and International Staff Network) and PRISM (LGBTQ+) which help us progress equality. For further information on our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion, please visit our website. If you are an international applicant and don't already hold a visa that permits you to take up the role you are applying for, please use the information provided on our website to self-assess whether the University is likely to be able to support a visa application.

DEPARTMENT OF ACCOUNTANCY AND FINANCE - TE TARI MATAURAKA KAUTE PUTEA OTAGO BUSINESS SCHOOL - TE KURA PAKIHI Who we are - Mō te tīma The University of Otago - Ōtākou Whakaihu Waka is one of New Zealand's largest and most research-intensive universities, ranked in the top 1% in the QS World University Ranking. The Otago Business School is ranked number one for research in New Zealand. Finance at the University of Otago has a long history, and the Department includes some of the most outstanding teachers and researchers in the Business School and the University. The Department is a CFA Programme Partner, with the Business School being EQUIS and AACSB accredited. Our students regularly make up more than half of the Dean's list of outstanding students in the School and are in demand by a wide range of leading employers. Our Department is internationally recognised for its scholarly contributions in the fields of Corporate Finance, Investments, Derivatives and Quantitative Finance, Financial Econometrics, Capital Markets, Governance, Institutions and Regulation, and in emerging areas such as Sustainable Finance through our Climate and Energy Finance Group (CEFGroup). Current faculty have published in leading journals, including Journal of Banking and Finance, Journal of Financial Markets, Journal of Economic Dynamics and Control, Journal of Business Finance and Accounting, and Energy Economics. This research is supported by extensive data infrastructure, including access to WRDS, Audit Analytics, Bloomberg, Morningstar, Sustainalytics, BoardEx, Capital IQ, CRSP/Compustat, LSEG (Datastream/Refinitiv), and OptionMetrics. The Department values excellence in both teaching and research and provides a supportive environment for staff to achieve both. This includes manageable teaching loads that allow dedicated time for research, alongside strong access to data resources and a collaborative research culture. The role - Te mahi We are seeking to appoint a full-time, permanent Lecturer or Senior Lecturer in Finance. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to our existing teaching and research strengths in Financial Econometrics. The successful candidate will contribute to both undergraduate and postgraduate teaching within the Department and will supervise postgraduate research students. Candidates will also be expected to develop and sustain an independent and productive research programme. Skills and experience - Kā pūkeka me kā wheako The successful candidate will have: A PhD in Finance or closely related discipline. A comprehensive research agenda aimed at internationally rated finance, economics, or business journals. A strong commitment to obtaining external research funding. Demonstrated quality and commitment to teaching finance and related topics at undergraduate and postgraduate levels. Experience and commitment to engaging with industry to enhance student learning. Commitment to upholding values, tikanga, kawa and traditions as guided by Ngāi Tahu, as mana whenua in the region, and broad knowledge of the cultural traditions of other iwi/hapū. Candidates with expertise in Financial Econometrics are especially sought. Collaboration and collegiality are important values in the Department, and we seek colleagues who will both enjoy and enhance our cooperative work environment. We are committed to equity, and we value the benefits that diversity brings to our work and our community. Further Details - Pūroko This is a permanent, full-time (1.0 FTE) position based in Ōtepoti, Dunedin. The appointment range for a Lecturer/Senior Lecturer is $97,377 to $137,444 per annum. The University of Otago is renowned for its collegiality, strong research culture, and excellent work-life balance. The Dunedin campus is recognised as one of the most beautiful in the world. Located in a vibrant university city set within a region of outstanding natural beauty, Dunedin offers excellent schools and easy access to a wide range of cultural, sporting, and outdoor activities. Application - Tono Candidates are requested to submit the following: A CV A cover letter Teaching evaluations for the most recent two years 3-4 referee contact details To submit your application, please click the apply button. Applications quoting reference number 2600423 will close on Sunday, 10 May 2026. APPLICATION INFORMATION To view all current vacancies and to apply online go to: www.otago.ac.nz/jobs Equal opportunity in employment is University policy. E tautoko ana Otakou Whakaihu Waka i te kaupapa whakaorite whiwhinga mahi.

We have an exciting opportunity in the Department of Earth Sciences at Durham University to appoint an Assistant or Associate Professor (Research and Education) in Earth Sciences to help strengthen our existing international teaching, research and impact. You will spend up to 180 days a year delivering undergraduate courses in teaching blocks at our new overseas partnership in China. This will offer an exciting opportunity for you to build a high-profile international teaching and research career while also taking advantage of unrivalled opportunities to progress and embed your career in your home institute at Durham. You will have outstanding research abilities that complement our existing strengths which include: natural hazards and Earth surface processes (earthquakes, volcanic systems, sediment gravity flows and their impacts), climate, environment and geo-resources (environmental change, biogeochemical cycles, critical resources and the energy transition), and the physics and chemistry of Earth and planetary interiors, spanning tectonics, magmatism and mantle dynamics. You will be expected and supported to conduct cutting-edge research at the highest level, build your own externally funded research group, collaborate widely within and beyond the department and to explore the full potential of the impact of your research. Your work will contribute to research and impact themes in the Department, the Science Faculty and across the University, including cross-disciplinary and collaborative vehicles such as the Durham Energy Institute and the Institute for Hazard, Risk and Resilience. Durham is a UK top 5 Earth Sciences department and is committed to helping you to develop your full potential in both education and research. Start-up packages can be negotiated and there are many examples of flexible working practices. The Department strives for a collegial, collaborative and flexible working environment and is a member of the Athena SWAN Charter, currently holding a departmental Silver Athena SWAN award. Please visit our website for more information on the department, its research and facilities: https://www.dur.ac.uk/earth.sciences/. Interviews will take place in two stages with a virtual interview in May and a final in-person interview in July and successful applicants will, ideally, be in post on or before 1st January 2027. For further details of this position and to make an application, please visit: https://durham.taleo.net/careersection/du_ext/jobdetail.ftl?job=26000374&tz=GMT+01:00&tzname=Europe/London