Technische Hochschule Nurnberg

Description The Center for Sand Hazards and Opportunities in Resilience, Energy, and Sustainability (SHORES) and the Division of Engineering, New York University Abu Dhabi, seek to recruit a Post-Doctoral Associate to work on a fascinating project focused on the geomechanical modeling for energy applications. The position will be directly supervised by Professor Mostafa Mobasher and will involve strong collaboration with the SHORES multidisciplinary research teams. The project will be focused on advanced modeling of coupled fracture/damage of geomechanical materials when subjected a range of multiphysical loading regimes including hydraulic, thermal, and chemical processes. The direct applications of these research will be aimed at enhanced modeling of hydraulic fracturing and carbon sequestration. The project activities will involve the development of the theory and implementation of the advanced mechanics and numerical models as well as constitutive model calibration and validation based on physical experimental data. Required Qualifications: A successful applicant must have a PhD in Engineering Mechanics, Civil Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering. Applicants are expected to demonstrate research experience in the fields of computational mechanics and computational geomechanics. Preferred Qualifications: Experience in the following areas is preferred: Experience in modeling geomechanical systems Experience in modeling hydraulic fracturing and carbon sequestration Experience in Multiphysics modeling in solid mechanics framework Experience in non-linear solid material response and fracture modeling Experience in machine-learning modeling for solid mechanics applications Experience in the development and coupling of numerical methods for solid mechanics modeling Experience in digital rock technology, including advanced imaging and related analysis Experience in the performance of high pressure and temperature triaxial tests Experience in experimental rock mechanics Postdoctoral Associate Employment at NYUAD: The terms of employment include highly competitive salary, medical insurance, housing allowance, annual home-leave travel, and educational subsidies for children as well as other benefits. For consideration, applicants need to submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae with full publication list, statement of research interests, a transcript and contact information for at least two references, all in PDF format. If you have any questions, please email Dr. Mostafa Mobasher at mostafa.mobasher@nyu.edu. Applications may be submitted on https://nyuad.nyu.edu/en/about/careers/postdoctoral-and-research.html. About NYUAD: 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 Role and the Department Research and Innovation Services (RIS) provides guidance, expert advice and hands-on support for all aspects of research and research-related work, including securing funding, working with partners, undertaking knowledge exchange, demonstrating impact, commercialising outputs, ensuring good research practice and supporting professional development. This post sits within the Policy, Systems and Performance team in Research & Innovation Services (RIS). The team is responsible for the University's research information management systems, the overall governance and ethical framework for both funded and unfunded research & research related activities across the institution, support for institutional strategy development and the compilation of relevant returns including HEBCI, KEF, KEC and REF, as well as management information reporting relating to university research and knowledge exchange (RKE) activities. As Research Systems and Information Officer you will contribute to the implementation and development of the RIS RKE systems as well as training and communications about these systems across the University. Current research systems include Worktribe Research Management, Infonetica Ethics RM, and Dynamics CRM. You will contribute to ensuring our research systems are configured in the most optimal and user-friendly way and that any associated training and communications will be delivered in a clear, concise and timely manner. You will analyse research data and develop and present reports to key stakeholders You will report to the Senior Manager - Research Systems and Reporting but will work closely with colleagues across the Research and Innovation Services Directorate as well as colleagues in faculties, departments and across professional support services. It is essential that as Research Systems and Information Officer you are highly organised and pay close attention to detail. The capability to prioritise and manage a busy and varied workload is crucial. The ability to work across business-as-usual activities and multiple concurrent projects at different stages of development is essential. This role is suitable for hybrid working. The base location for this role is Boldon House, our exciting new professional services hub.Boldon House is situated on the outskirts of Durham near the Arnison Centre in Pity Me. Boldon House brings a number of professional services teams together in a vibrant office environment which supports collaborative working and is designed to embrace hybrid working. To find out more, visit the project webpage:. Contact details If you would like to have a chat or ask any questions about the role, Rosi Jelfs (Senior Manager - Research Systems and Reporting) would be happy to speak to you; Email r. to get in touch

Overview The National Institute of Education (NIE) is among the world’s top education institutes, recognised for its excellence in teacher education and educational research. NIE has played a key and pivotal role in shaping and developing Singapore’s teaching profession and landscape through evidence-informed, practice-focused and values-based programmes and initiatives. An autonomous institute situated within the research-intensive Nanyang Technological University, NIE is consistently ranked within the top 10 in the world for research impact in the field of Education. The Psychology and Child & Human Development (PCHD) Department is dedicated to developing evidence-based competencies in psychologists, counsellors, educators, and education specialists. Our faculty has expertise spanning educational and school psychology, counselling psychology, teacher education, early childhood education, special and inclusive education, learning sciences, motivation, cognitive science, and mental health. We invite applications for an Assistant Professor / Associate Professor in Assessment and Evaluation. The successful candidate will contribute to teaching across undergraduate, graduate students and professional education programmes in the areas of assessment, evaluation, applied measurement, applied statistics, research methodology, or psychometrics.  Requirements Applicants must have: A PhD or equivalent qualifications or will be acquiring the qualifications at the time of application in the area of evaluation and/or academic/psychological assessment. At least 4 years of an excellent teaching record, including innovative approaches and use of educational technology. Demonstrated ability and commitment to teaching at undergraduate and graduate levels. Strong interpersonal and communication skills. The following will be advantageous: Experience supervising graduate students (master’s and/or doctoral level). A record of practice-based or applied research with publications in reputable international journals. Success in securing research funding as Principal Investigator. Leadership or administrative experience in academic settings. Familiarity with, or ability to adapt to, diverse education systems and cultural contexts. Willingness to contribute to interdisciplinary teaching and collaboration. In addition, applicants for Associate Professor post should have a sustained, independent academic reputation, having published in high-impact venues and/or secured major research grants.  Responsibilities The successful candidate will: Teach and develop courses at undergraduate, graduate, and professional development levels. Conduct research that informs educational practice and policy, particularly in teaching and learning. Build an active research programme and publish in reputable peer-reviewed journals. Establish collaborations with local and international academic and professional communities. Contribute to curriculum development, programme leadership, and institutional initiatives. Undertake administrative responsibilities and service within the department and institution. Share expertise through seminars, workshops, and collaborative platforms. Application Applicants should submit the following via the Workday (WD) system: A cover letter outlining suitability for the position. A curriculum vitae, including qualifications, teaching experience, research achievements, full publication list, and academic service. Three sample publications Research Impact Statement (up to 5 pages) Applicants should demonstrate the significance and impact of their research by addressing the following: Key Contributions: What are your most important research impacts to date? Evidence of Impact: How has your work influenced your field, policy, or practice? Provide evidence (e.g., publications, citations, policy uptake, industry adoption). Academic Impact: How has your work advanced theory, methods, or knowledge? Societal/Policy/Industry Impact (if applicable): Describe influence on policy, regulation, industry standards, or broader society. Research Identity: What distinguishes your work? Articulate a clear and coherent research trajectory. Contribution and Leadership: Clarify your role in collaborative projects. Future Impact: Outline how your research will shape the field over the next 5–10 years Teaching Impact Statement (up to 3 pages) Applicants should demonstrate their impact on student learning and education by addressing: How have you enhanced student learning and engagement? What teaching innovations or improvements have you implemented, and why? How do you promote interdisciplinary thinking? How do you incorporate experiential and collaborative learning? How have you contributed to a positive teaching culture? Applicants are encouraged to provide evidence to support their claims. Closing Date: The closing date for applications is 30 June 2026. Additional Information More information on the PCHD Department is available at: https://www.ntu.edu.sg/nie/about-us/academic-departments/psychology-and-child-human-development. For enquiries, please contact Ms Joey Lim at joey.lim@nie.edu.sg. Note to applicants Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.