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Department: Music Vacancy ID: 040503 Closing Date: 29-Mar-2026 The Role The Music Department at Maynooth University invites applications for a 12-month position as either a Research Assistant (Level 2) or Postdoctoral Researcher (Level 1) (depending on qualifications and experience), with a speciality in statistical image processing to work with Professor Karen Desmond’s research team on the project ‘Polyphonic Singing and Communities of Music Writing in Medieval Britain and Ireland, c. 1150 to c. 1350’ (BROKENSONG) (funded by a 5-year ERC Consolidator Gran (https://ahi.maynoothuniversity.ie/brokensong/). The position is full-time but a part-time working arrangement may be considered. The place of work is Maynooth University, Ireland. remote work from another country cannot be facilitated.  Do you want to work in Ireland on an exciting European Research Council funded project on uncovering lost musical notations on faded and damaged music manuscripts? We seek a candidate with extensive experience in scientific image processing, and either knowledge or aptitude to quickly learn multispectral imaging (MSI) standards and processing techniques in order to do the post-processing the MSI files of medieval manuscript pages captured for this project, to create the workflow for the image post-processing, to describe and document the image data and metadata (compiling a data sheet etc. for each set of images), including uploading and documenting the raw and processed images on the project’s open-source repository using either the Xenodo or OpenAire platform, and uploading and/or creating links to the post-processed images to the project’s Github so that these images are accessible through the project’s website. In addition, the candidate may work with the project team on research trips to the UK, assisting in the capture of multispectral images of the manuscripts in the UK. The BROKENSONG project examines singing in medieval Britain and Ireland during a transformative period of western music history, c. 1150-1350. The project team is digitally encoding approximately 700 music compositions copied on over 120 fragmentary music manuscripts. The project reconstructs lost vibrant musical cultures and communities. Many of these manuscripts are severely damaged or palimpsested (where the ink of original music notation was scraped off the parchment, and then overwritten with other contents, leaving only its residue visible through MSI). The project has commissioned multispectral images of these damaged and palimpsested leaves from various UK institutions, and this year will conduct research trips to the UK to capture the remaining images. The candidate recruited for this position will primarily work with the raw image files and do post-processing using HOKU/ENVI and other tools to enhance the legibility of the music notation on these leaves and then organize and document the research data in our open-source repository.  Salary Research Assistant, Level 2 2026: €38,674 - €43,872 (7 points) p.a. Or Postdoctoral Researcher, Level 1: €46,805 – €47,405 (2 points) p.a. Appointments will be made in accordance with public sector pay provisions. Closing Date: 23:30hrs (local Irish time) on Sunday, March 29th, 2026. Please note all applications must be made via our Online Recruitment Portal at the following link: https://www.maynoothuniversity.ie/human-resources/vacancies Applications must be submitted by the closing date and time specified above. Any applications which are still in progress at the closing time on the specified closing date will be cancelled automatically by the system. Late applications will not be accepted. Maynooth University is an equal opportunities employer The position is subject to the Statutes of the University

Salary package: $123,435 FTE (Level B.1) plus 17% employer's superannuation contribution and annual leave loading. Full-time- 35 hours per week, fixed term for 36 months Based at Macquarie University, Wallumattagal Campus, North Ryde The Role We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled academic to contribute to research and teaching in plant ecology, conservation, and biodiversity science within the School of Natural Sciences. Research may focus on areas such as biology and community ecology, biodiversity patterns, and ecosystem functioning. There will be opportunities to engage with external partners, including local councils, environmental agencies, and industry, to ensure research outcomes inform biodiversity management and conservation practice. The successful candidate will also contribute to high-quality teaching across undergraduate and postgraduate programs in biology, ecology and environmental science. We value teaching approaches that engage students through field-based learning, collaborative projects, and real-world problem solving. The appointee will help foster an inclusive learning environment and support students in developing the scientific, analytical, and practical skills needed to address contemporary environmental challenges and contribute to biodiversity conservation. Some of your key responsibilities include Developing a research program in plant ecology Apply for research funding and develop a network of collaboration with external stakeholders Teaching and convening units in biology, ecology, and environmental sciences Engaging with students through lectures, practicals, field activities Contributing to the academic life of the School through engagement with committees and other School activities About you (Selection Criteria) You will hold a PhD in ecology, plant ecology, conservation biology, or a closely related discipline. You will have demonstrated research expertise in plant ecology, with a strong understanding of conservation practice. You will bring experience in university-level teaching and a genuine commitment to student engagement and inclusive education. The ability to communicate complex concepts clearly and to inspire students is essential. How to Apply To be considered, please apply online with your CV and a cover letter outlining how your experience aligns with the selection criteria (above). For enquiries, or a confidential conversation about the role please contact Associate Professor Fleur Ponton at fleur.ponton@mq.edu.au. Applications Close: Sunday 22nd of March at 11:59pm (AEST). This role will require a police/criminal history check. *** Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and we reserve the right to progress or decline an application prior to the application closing date. We also reserve the right to close the advertisement early if a sufficient number of qualified applicants is received. Why Join Us? Macquarie is a university engaged with the real and often complex problems and opportunities that define our lives. Since our foundation over 60 years ago, we have aspired to be a different type of university. Over the years, we have grown to become the centre of a vibrant local and global community. Connect with us today. We rank amongst the top employers in the Australian Workplace Employers Index, having recently earned a five-star rating in the QS World Rankings with the highest rating for employability. Take a look at the fabulous staff benefits on offer when you work at Macquarie University. Pre-Employment Checks Macquarie University/Health 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/Health. 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 their 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, visit our Jobs at Macquarie page.

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