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Salary: $123,435 - $146,044 per annum (Level B.1 - B.6) plus 17% superannuation and annual leave loading Full-time, 2-year fixed term role Macquarie University, Wallumattagal Campus, North Ryde Are you a researcher and educator passionate about understanding the profound connections between people and the natural world? Macquarie University's Australian Harmony Centre for Ecosystem Futures (Harmony Centre) is seeking a forward-thinking Research Fellow, with expertise in sustainability sciences and environmental psychology to join a vibrant, interdisciplinary community dedicated to reimagining our relationship with nature. You will contribute to groundbreaking research, inspire the next generation of sustainability leaders through postgraduate teaching, and help attract funding that drives real-world impact. If you thrive on collaboration, are energised by translating research into meaningful change, and want to work within a university that values bold, interdisciplinary thinking, we would love to hear from you. About the Role As a Research Fellow within the Harmony Centre, you will play a central role in advancing the Centre's research mission while contributing to high-quality postgraduate education. Your key responsibilities will include: Leading and conducting research into nature connection and wellbeing, contributing to the Centre's growing body of evidence-based insights Using the Macquarie University campus, and other partner sites as living labs to investigate sustainability challenges and solutions in real-world settings Teaching into the postgraduate sustainability, environment and conservation coursework Master's degrees, bringing contemporary research directly into the learning experience Collaborating across disciplinary boundaries with researchers in the Faculty of Medicine, Health and Human Sciences (particularly the School of Psychological Sciences), Macquarie Business School and the Faculty of Arts Pursuing competitive grant and philanthropic funding opportunities aligned to the Harmony Centre's vision Contributing to the Centre's strategic direction and its profile as a leader in sustainability and environmental psychology research Co-Supervising and mentoring higher degree research students About Us The Harmony Centre at Macquarie University is an interdisciplinary hub dedicated to exploring and strengthening the connections between people, nature and wellbeing. Anchored in rigorous research and a commitment to sustainability, the Centre leverages Macquarie's unique assets - including its biodiverse campus as a living laboratory for discovery and innovation. The Centre fosters collaboration across faculties and with external partners to generate insights that inform policy, practice and community action. Macquarie University is a dynamic, research-intensive institution located on a spacious, parkland campus in North Ryde, Sydney. Ranked among the top two percent of universities globally, Macquarie is recognised for its commitment to interdisciplinary research, industry engagement and preparing graduates who make a difference. Our community is built on a culture of curiosity, collaboration and genuine care for one another and the world we share. About You You are an innovative and collaborative researcher with expertise in sustainability sciences and environmental psychological science. You bring a genuine passion for understanding how people relate to the natural world and a commitment to translating that understanding into positive outcomes for communities and ecosystems. You are equally at home leading a research program, inspiring students in the classroom, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams and forging partnerships across disciplines and sectors. Selection Criteria: A PhD in environmental psychological science, sustainability science or a closely related discipline A strong and growing research track record in nature connection, wellbeing and/or sustainability, evidenced by quality publications and research outputs (relative to opportunity) Demonstrated experience or clear potential in securing competitive research grants or philanthropic funding Experience in, or aptitude for, teaching in sustainability, environment or conservation programs in higher education Proven ability to work collaboratively across disciplines, with a commitment to interdisciplinary and transdisciplinary research Experience or interest in utilising living lab or place-based research approaches Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage diverse stakeholders including academic colleagues, students, industry and community partners How to Apply To be considered, please apply online with your CV, and a cover letter outlining your understanding and interest in the role, the skills and experience you will bring, and how your experience aligns with the selection criteria (above) [maximum 3 pages]. Applications Close: Tuesday 19th of May 2026 at 11:59pm (AEST). Candidates must have Valid Australian Working rights. This role requires police/criminal history checks. We reserve the right to progress or decline an application prior to the application closing date. For enquiries, or a confidential conversation about the role please contact Kate Williams - TA Consultant - k.williams@mq.edu.au. Pre-Employment Checks Macquarie University cultivates a workplace defined by safety, ethical conduct, and strong integrity. Prior to completion of an offer of employment, preferred candidates will be required to participate in a combination of pre-employment checks relevant to the role they have applied for. Your employment is conditional upon the completion and maintenance of all role-required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. A Place Where You Belong At Macquarie, we believe diversity makes us stronger, inclusion drives our success, and belonging inspires us to do our best work. We are proud to foster a community where different backgrounds, identities, and experiences are valued, and where our people are empowered to thrive through supportive leadership, shared responsibility, and a deep commitment to genuine care and respect for our community. Find out more about our vision for a truly inclusive workplace in our Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging Framework. Flexible Work At Macquarie, we believe by providing flexibility in when, where and how work is done, we can support our staff to manage our personal commitments, while optimising their work performance and contributions to the University. See how we lead in flexible work to enable an outcome focused and inclusive workplace. To learn more about our culture and hiring process, explore our Candidate Resource Hub.

Salary: Casual or consulting rates Outstanding opportunity to partner with a world-leading university to deliver training and development for high-profile organisations. At Adelaide University, we create the opportunities you need to achieve your ambitions – because when you thrive, we thrive. We are transforming education for contemporary learners and global citizens. Building on a proud legacy and shaped by bold ambition, it’s a place of excellence and equity, where our vibrant community of staff are united by our purpose to inspire Australia’s future change-makers and create a better tomorrow. Work that matters Learning Futures is a business unit of Adelaide University which offers practical, flexible and industry-aligned professional development for individuals and organisations. Learning Futures is seeking to expand its talent pool of skilled facilitators who can design, develop, and deliver workforce development solutions to our business clients on an as-needs basis. Facilitators will be contracted by Learning Futures where there is a match between what a client is looking for and what a facilitator is able to offer. We are particularly interested in building relationships with facilitators who have expertise in one or more of the following topic areas: Finance Essentials  Lean Thinking or Lean Six-Sigma Digital Transformation Leadership Development (team leader, emerging leader, senior leader, executive) Service Excellence  Business writing Negotiation skills Change Management (teams, organisations) Organisational Culture  Systems Thinking  Psychosocial Safety Expertise in other professional development topics may also be considered Core Responsibilities and Experience: Design and deliver engaging learning experiences for adult learners that meet high quality standards. Deliver innovative and creative workforce development solutions for industry and/or government clients. Facilitate group discussions and effectively manage group dynamics. Adapt facilitation style and learning materials to suit different learner groups, settings and delivery modes. Incorporate current and real-world examples and case studies into learning content. Convey complex concepts clearly and effectively to diverse audiences. Prioritise and meet agreed deadlines. Contextualise learning experiences for a wide range of international learner cohorts. We are also interested in working with facilitators who can program manage a client project from inception through to evaluation, and who can travel regionally, interstate and in the Asia-Pacific region. Postgraduate qualifications are favourable but not essential. Should you have any enquiries regarding this opportunity, please email learningfutures@adelaide.edu.au. Please note, this email is for enquiries only. Applications will only be accepted through the online portal. If you already hold a casual contract with Adelaide University, please apply and complete the application form to be considered for future opportunities. Applying is simple. Simply click on the Apply Now button and upload: your current CV a cover letter of no more than 2 pages outlining your topic areas of expertise and your experience as a facilitator Submit your application by 11:30pm, Monday 18 May 2026. Applications welcomed from Australian or NZ citizens, Australian permanent residents and those who have the legal right to work in Australia for the term of appointment. Our commitment to inclusion and diversity  We are committed to fostering a culture of inclusion where diversity is celebrated and everyone feels respected and valued. Adelaide University is an equal opportunity employer, committed to creating a safe, inclusive, and equitable workplace where everyone can thrive. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, and people of all ages, genders, cultural backgrounds, sexual orientations, and gender identities. We are committed to supporting flexible working arrangements and providing reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process. 

The Faculty of Law at the University of Helsinki is seeking undergraduate students to work as research assistants in Helsinki and as teaching assistants in Helsinki and Vaasa for the academic year 2026–2027. The work will be compensated at an hourly rate of €15.70/hour. Working hours are 0–15 h/week; in Helsinki, 0-60 h/month. The responsibilities of research assistants include assisting researchers with various research-related tasks, such as information retrieval, data collection, proofreading, and technical formatting of footnotes and similar materials. The work requires good IT and communication technology skills, as well as strong interpersonal skills. Proficiency in English is required, and knowledge of Finnish and Swedish is considered an advantage. The responsibilities of teaching assistants include various support tasks related to teaching, including the use of the Moodle learning environment and assisting staff with the system. Additionally, the work involves carrying out practical arrangements related to courses (e.g., grouping students and communicating course-related matters to students) as well as tasks related to recording teaching and other practical implementations of teaching. The tasks also include duties related to bilingualism and the use of both domestic languages, so we value fluency in Swedish. The work also requires good IT and communication technology skills and excellent interpersonal skills. For more information about the research assistants' roles, please contact the Vice Dean for Research Sakari Melander (sakari.melander@helsinki.fi); for teaching assistants in Helsinki, contact the Vice Dean for Teaching Laura Ervo (laura.ervo@helsinki.fi), and in Vaasa Marja-Riitta Hakala (marja-riitta.hakala@helsinki.fi). APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS Short, free-form applications and CVs, no longer than one page, are requested to be submitted as a single PDF attachment via the university’s recruitment portal. The application period ends on May 5, 2026.