Technical University of Darmstadt

Full-time, Ongoing position  Parramatta South campus with flexible working arrangements. Salary: $176,296 to $193,784 per annum, plus 17% Super and Leave Loading. Lead impactful interdisciplinary research shaping environmental and societal futures. The Opportunity The Institute for Culture and Society is home to interdisciplinary research that explores how culture, society, technology, and the environment are transforming in a rapidly changing world. We're seeking an Associate Professor, Environmental Futures, who will strengthen the Institute’s research depth by delivering field-leading research that engages with communities, industry partners, and policymakers. Your work will advance priorities outlined in the Western 2030 strategy, including unlocking global impact, Indigenous acceleration, and strengthening student success. You will conduct original research that contributes to major bids and Category 2 and 3 funding, while leading and shaping research across areas such as environmental histories and futures, climate action, social and ecological transitions, and environmental justice. You will engage with one or more ICS Research Programs, including Automated Worlds, Environment and Technology, Borders and Migration, Queer Cultures, and Urban Futures. Alongside research, you will supervise higher degree research students, contribute to curriculum development, build academic partnerships, and provide leadership within the Institute. Your role will also involve mentoring early career researchers, representing the Institute in public and scholarly forums, and creating opportunities for collaboration across government, industry, and community sectors. Your contribution will help position the Institute as a national and international leader in environmental futures research. What Success Looks Like: Deliver original, high-quality research outputs and contribute to major competitive grant submissions. Lead and manage research projects, including financial oversight and collaboration with internal and external partners. Attract, supervise, and mentor higher degree research students toward timely completion. Contribute to teaching and curriculum development across relevant Faculties. Build strong external partnerships and contribute to public and academic engagement. Please refer to the Position Description for full details. About You You have completed a PhD in a relevant discipline, such as environmental humanities, geography, sociology, or science and technology studies. Demonstrated research leadership, with a strong interdisciplinary publication record and engagement across academic, policy, and community sectors. Experience in securing research income and fostering productive collaborations with industry, government, and funding bodies. Proven capacity to supervise higher degree research students and contribute to curriculum development. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in team-based research environments. Benefits We invest in the people who make our mission possible. Beyond a rewarding career, we offer a suite of benefits designed to support your physical, financial, and family wellbeing: Fitness Passport: Access hundreds of gyms and pools across the state. Onsite Childcare: Convenient facilities with exclusive staff discounts and salary packaging options. Financial Benefits: Salary sacrifice options for onsite parking and novated motor vehicle leasing, Holistic Support: Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP) along with discounted retail and private health cover. Application Details Position Enquiries: Direct to Juan Francisco Salazar, Interim Director, Institute for Culture & Society via J.Salazar@westernsydney.edu.au. Please include the job reference code REF952F. Closing Date: 11:59pm, Monday 16 March 2026 Working Rights: Employer Visa sponsorship will be provided if required. How to Apply: Please note that only applications submitted via the University’s online recruitment system will be considered. Belonging at Western We are committed to substantive equality as outlined in our Equal Opportunity Policy. We actively encourage applications from Indigenous Australians, candidates of all gender identities and expressions, people of all abilities, and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. For Reasonable Adjustments during the application process, please contact talentacquisitionteam@westernsydney.edu.au. About Western This is your opportunity to be part of something bigger. By joining Western Sydney University, you become a valued member of our community. As our region changes, so too does our university. Western is boldly different, energetic, global, diverse, dynamic, and youthful. Our mission is to deliver student success, impactful research, and stronger communities. As part of our team, you will have a stake in shaping the future of education, broadening horizons, and changing lives. Making a difference starts at Western. For the latest please visit our website and LinkedIn.

Position Details Full Time | Continuing position Academic Level D | AU$165,810 - $182,419 pa | 17% super I View Position Description Academic Level E I AU$212,873 pa | 17% Super I View Position Description Location: Bedford Park / Kaurna Country / Australia View Candidate Brochure About the Role: Flinders University is seeking an outstanding academic leader to advance excellence in sustainable agriculture through high-impact research, innovative teaching and meaningful engagement with industry and the community. Appointed as an Associate Professor or Professor, you will provide academic leadership in the broad area of sustainable agriculture, aligned to Flinders University’s existing research strengths, and play a key role in shaping the future of sustainability in farming. The position will provide leadership across: Research excellence, including leading high-impact research programs and attracting competitive external research funding Outstanding teaching and curriculum leadership, using contemporary, innovative and flexible pedagogies Supervision and mentorship, including mentoring Early Career and Mid-Career Researchers and supervising honours and higher degree by research students Industry and community engagement, building strategic partnerships that deliver real-world impact Academic leadership and service, contributing to College and University strategy, governance, accreditation and quality assurance About You: You are a recognised academic leader with a strong record of research excellence and educational leadership in sustainable agriculture or a closely related discipline. You are committed to innovation in teaching, collaboration in research, and building capability in others. Your expertise may align with areas such as soil science, biotechnology, crop improvement, vertical farming, integrated farming systems, agrivoltaics, precision agriculture, biosecurity, agroecology, or related disciplines aligned to Flinders University research strengths. Depending on your career stage, you will bring: A PhD or equivalent qualification in sustainable agriculture or a related discipline. A distinguished research profile, evidenced by sustained high-quality publications and success in attracting competitive external research funding Demonstrated excellence and leadership in tertiary teaching, including curriculum development, accreditation and innovative delivery approaches. A strong record of supervising honours and research higher degree students to completion. Demonstrated leadership in mentoring Early Career and Mid-Career Researchers. A proven ability to establish and lead national and international research collaborations. About the College of Science and Engineering At the College of Science and Engineering we believe in the power of science and engineering to solve real world problems. Our vision is to provide internationally recognised science and engineering education programs that are accessible, student centred, innovative and impactful. As well as being globally recognised for our research to advance science and engineering by creating new technologies that make our world more connected, secure, healthy, and sustainable. We seek to understand the past, but also to create the world of the future. Our College is an exciting place to research, study, and work, supported by best practice teaching methods, practical work-related learning, and advanced facilities. Why Flinders University? At Flinders University, we embrace and celebrate diversity and are committed to achieving gender equality in employment by identifying and removing any discriminatory employment barriers and taking action to promote gender equality in the workplace. We have been awarded Institutional Bronze Accreditation in the SAGE Athena SWAN program, recognising the University’s ongoing efforts towards achieving gender equity. Ours is an inclusive culture that believes absolutely in equality and opportunity for all. We don't just accommodate differences; we embrace and celebrate them. So, why work at Flinders?  Ranked in the top 2% of universities worldwide. Ninety per cent of Flinders research has been ranked at ‘world standard or above’ by Excellence in Research for Australia (ERA). 17% Superannuation + salary packaging options  Flexible working arrangements  Wide range of professional development activities, funds and services, such as Flinders University’s Researcher Development and Leadership Programs. Our Commitment to Reconciliation and Indigenous Employment Flinders University is proud to be an organisation that is committed to our Reconciliation Action Plan and Indigenous Workforce Strategy. Our vision is to be a preferred employer for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. We are committed to progressing Indigenous advancement in education, research, employment, and wellbeing, and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples for all Flinders vacancies. Prescribed Conditions for Employment A current Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check which is satisfactory to the University will be required by Flinders University before the successful applicant can commence in this position. A criminal record will not automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration. Each case will be assessed on its individual merits and relevance to the inherent requirements of the role. How to Apply and Information You are required to submit a CV and a three-page Suitability Statement addressing the key position capabilities of the relevant position description: Academic Level D | View Position Description Academic Level E I View Position Description For more information regarding this position, we strongly encourage you to please contact Professor Ingo Koeper Applications to be submitted before 10:00 pm (ACDT) on Thursday, 26 February 2026. Please note, late applications and applications sent via agencies will not be accepted. At Flinders we embrace and celebrate diversity and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people of all ages, ethnicities, abilities, sexual orientations, and gender identities. Certification Applications to be submitted before 10.00pm: 26 Feb 2026 At Flinders we embrace and celebrate diversity and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people of all ages, ethnicities, abilities, sexual orientations, and gender identities. Flinders. Fearless.

Ref.: 534215 Work type: Full-time Department: Department of Psychology (30200) Categories: Senior Research Staff & Post-doctoral Fellow, Research Staff Post-doctoral Fellow / Senior Research Assistant (Holding functional title of Psychology Assistant) in Department of Psychology (Ref. 534215) We now invite applications for the captioned post. Duties and Responsibilities The appointment will commence in March 2026 on a two-year fixed-term basis with contract-end gratuity, with the possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance and funding availability. The appointee will work in a large-scale, mental health and well-being project for primary schools in Hong Kong, under Department of Psychology, Faculty of Social Sciences. He/She will be responsible for the smooth operation of the project with major tasks including: organising training courses and public education events implementing research and programme evaluation collecting and analyzing data writing technical reports on research coordinating a team of research interns performing relevant administrative tasks any other duties as assigned Requirements The appointment (Post-doctoral Fellow / Senior Research Assistant will be offered based on the qualifications and experience of the applicant: For the Post-doctoral Fellow post, applicants should have a Ph.D. degree or an equivalent qualification in Psychology, Social Sciences or a related discipline. For the Senior Research Assistant post, applicants should have a Bachelor’s degree plus 3 years’ research experience since the award of the first degree; or a Master’s degree in Psychology, Social Sciences or a related discipline plus 1 year’s post-qualification research experience; or a Ph.D. degree in Psychology, Social Sciences or a related discipline. The appointee should possess: good command of spoken and written English and Chinese (including Cantonese & Putonghua) good research skills in Psychology or Social Sciences proficient in SPSS, MS Excel and Chinese typing experience in implementation of community/education projects will be an advantage What We Offer A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered. Other benefits include annual leave, medical benefits and free access to campus facilities. How to Apply The University only accepts online application for the above post. Applicants should apply online and upload an up-to-date C.V. Review of applications will start as soon as possible and continue until February 28, 2026, or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier. The University is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to equality, ethics, inclusivity, diversity and transparency.