Trinity Washington University

Department: Plant Sciences Core Facility – Central European Institute of Technology Deadline: 30 Jun 2026 Start date: 1.8.2026 Job type: part-time Job field: Science and research Research specialist - Plant regeneration and development Central European Institute of Technology, Masaryk University (CEITEC MU) Brno, Czechia | www.ceitec.eu Position: This three-year contract position is open under the supervision of Mgr. Markéta Pernisová, Ph.D., as part of the TowArds Next GENeration Crops (TANGENC) project, which focuses on novel breeding techniques for crop improvement. The research will primarily investigate the hormonal regulation of plant in vitro regeneration and shoot development. Additionally, the researcher will participate in the development of molecular tools and protocols for genome editing, transformation, and plant regeneration. Developing and improving plant genetic engineering resources - such as transgenics and genome editing - requires the collaborative efforts of multiple groups with complementary expertise. Our team members have extensive experience managing research projects and teams, maintaining international collaborations, and publishing in high-impact scientific journals. Requirements: Enrolled in a Ph.D. program at the time of starting the position Expertise in plant molecular biology Experience in in vitro plant regeneration or bioinformatics is an advantage Good oral and written communication skills in English Proven practical laboratory experience Independence, accountability, and reliability We offer: Supportive and international working environment Young, enthusiastic, and progressive scientific team An attractive salary and benefits (six weeks of paid holiday, financial meal contribution, multisport card, special employee bank products, kindergarten/pension scheme) State-of-the-art instrumentation and Core Facilities Institutional support: further education and professional development, Welcome Office, Grant Office service, CEITEC events, Postdoc Committee Association Additional information: Start date: can be from August 1st, 2026 Job type: working contract (FTE) + study stipend Duration: initial fixed-term contract for one year, with the possibility of extension up to 3 years Application deadline: June 30th, 2026 Applications, including a CV, a brief motivation letter, and contacts for at least two references, should be sent directly to marketa.pernisova@ceitec.muni.cz. Selected candidates will be contacted to arrange an interview. Please note that if you have not been contacted within four weeks, we have proceeded with candidates who more closely meet our current criteria. Thank you for your understanding. CEITEC MU is a proud holder of the European Commission’s HR Excellence in Research Award. We were the first research institution in the Czechia to secure one of the top places in the Company of the Year: Equal Opportunities 2020 competition.

Provide senior academic leadership for learning, teaching, pedagogical innovation, and teaching capability across a large, diverse faculty. Shape future-focused, inclusive, technology-enhanced education across health, sport, and science disciplines. Work with academic staff, Programme Leaders, School leadership teams, Office of Learning, Teaching and Educational Design (LTED), and the Associate Dean Academic to strengthen high-quality learning experiences and student outcomes. Academic secondment opportunity, three years, with a substantive underlying academic appointment in a relevant discipline within the Faculty of Health and Environmental Sciences. Auckland University of Technology (AUT) is bold and unapologetically different, centred on students and grounded in Knowledge that Works driven by talented, progressive people. We are New Zealand’s newest university, ranked 5-stars by QS Universities 2025 and a place of opportunity where more than 26,000 students with talent and potential succeed, supported by a community of more than 4,000 staff based primarily across three Auckland campuses. Built on collaboration, shared purpose and the values of Pono (fact, truth, reality, integrity), Tika (acting accordingly, doing what is needed, ethical expression), and Aroha (empathy, care, compassion). AUT offers an innovative, forward-thinking environment where committed people work together to improve outcomes for students, communities, and the world. AUT recognises the importance of Te Tiriti, Māori and Pacific knowledge, leadership, and contribution across our university and is committed to creating environments where these communities can thrive. We embrace diversity in all its forms and are proud to welcome people of all ethnicities, genders, sexual orientations, religious and political beliefs, socio-economic situations and accessibility needs. Faculty of Health and Environmental Sciences The Faculty of Health and Environmental Sciences is AUT’s largest and most diverse faculty, bringing together health, sport, and science disciplines with a strong commitment to excellent teaching, impactful research, equity, and community outcomes. Our six schools include Science, Community and Public Health, Acute and Primary Health, Allied Health, Nursing, and Sport, Exercise and Health. This is an exciting time to join the Faculty as we continue to strengthen our academic structures, governance, quality systems, and ways of working. We are seeking an outstanding academic educator and leader who can help shape the future of health and science education across a complex, multidisciplinary, and professionally connected faculty. The Opportunity | Te Whiwhinga mahi We are seeking a highly credible senior academic to take up the role of Faculty Lead – Education (Health & Science). This is a three-year academic secondment opportunity reporting to the Associate Dean Academic, with a substantive underlying academic appointment in a relevant discipline within the Faculty of Health and Environmental Sciences. This is a significant opportunity to provide faculty-wide academic leadership in learning and teaching practice, with a focus on teaching quality, pedagogical direction, inclusive education, and innovation in health and science education. The role will lead through collaboration, expertise, influence, scholarly credibility, and practical support for academic staff across the Faculty. Its purpose is to strengthen teaching capability, support contemporary teaching and assessment practice, and help shape the future direction of education delivery across health, sport and science. The Faculty Lead – Education (Health & Science) will work closely with the Associate Dean Academic, School leadership teams, Programme Leaders, faculty learning and teaching groups and committees, LTED, the Pro-Vice Chancellor Learning and Teaching, and academic staff across FHES. The focus of this role is on educational practice, teaching enhancement, pedagogical innovation, and the design of high-quality learning experiences that support student engagement, success, and belonging. Key areas of focus include: Providing faculty-wide pedagogical leadership for teaching and learning practice. Supporting high-quality teaching and assessment approaches that reflect contemporary educational research, institutional expectations, and sector practice. Leading teaching capability development and supporting academic staff to strengthen pedagogical practice and assessment design. Enabling innovation in teaching and learning, including blended, online, technology-enhanced, and emerging models of education. Supporting interprofessional learning and cross-school teaching initiatives where these strengthen student learning and collaboration. Providing strategic advice to the Associate Dean Academic on teaching enhancement priorities, capability gaps, and innovation opportunities. Contributing to faculty-wide initiatives that improve student outcomes, engagement, retention, and experience. This role does not carry line management responsibility. Its impact will come through academic credibility, facilitation, partnership, and the ability to bring colleagues together around excellent, inclusive, and future-focused teaching. It is ideally suited to an academic who is student-centred, collaborative, pragmatic, and excited by the opportunity to shape educational practice at faculty scale. Please see the position description available for more information. About you | Ko wai koe If you’re the kind of person who isn’t afraid to try new things, explore bold ideas and inject real energy and passion into the entire university experience - you’ll fit right in. As an academic member of staff at AUT, you’ll blend teaching, research and engagement to create outcomes that have real impact on the world. You’ll work closely with staff, students to collaborate across disciplines, and contribute to projects alongside our industry and community partners. With room to experiment, develop your skills and refine your practice, you’ll be supported to make a practical, impactful contribution to both learning and discovery. You will bring an open, engaging, and collaborative approach, with the flexibility to respond to changing requirements, and actively contribute to a positive and collegial environment. You will demonstrate cultural humility, awareness, and respect when engaging with indigenous peoples and culturally diverse communities. Experience supporting indigenous, equity, or inclusion focused initiatives is highly desirable. What we offer | Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou At AUT, you’ll be part of a values-led university that supports you to thrive in your academic career. We offer: Flexible working and a strong, caring culture that supports Clear, visible pathways to grow your academic profile and global Recognition frameworks that reflect your contributions to teaching, research, citizenship and living our values. Mentoring and support for research grants, sabbaticals and publication. Access to our labs, simulation centres and real-world research Māori and Pacific development programmes that strengthen our shared Cultural capability uplift development programmes for all staff Professional development and funded study pathways to keep you moving forward. Free gym membership. How to apply | Me pēhea te tuku tono Along with your full academic CV (including a complete list of publications, if applicable) please alsosubmit: a cover letter explaining which specific role is of interest, and how your experience specifically aligns with the selection criteria outlined below. Criteria Qualifications A PhD in a discipline relevant to the Faculty of Health and Environmental Sciences, or equivalent experience, with a sustained record of academic achievement and standing appropriate to a senior academic leadership role. Educational Leadership and Teaching Innovation Demonstrated experience providing academic leadership in learning and teaching within higher education. Evidence of leadership in pedagogical innovation, curriculum transformation, teaching enhancement, or educational change initiatives. Strong understanding of contemporary teaching and learning practice, including inclusive pedagogy, blended and online learning, technology-enhanced education, and student-centred learning design. Experience supporting and developing academic staff capability in teaching, assessment, curriculum design, and educational practice. Demonstrated ability to influence academic peers and lead change through collaboration, credibility, facilitation, and scholarly leadership. Ability to identify emerging educational trends, challenges, and opportunities relevant to health, sport, and science education. Teaching and Curriculum Significant experience in tertiary teaching and curriculum development at undergraduate and/or postgraduate level. Demonstrated commitment to high-quality, equitable, and evidence-informed teaching and assessment practice. Experience designing or contributing to coherent programme and course structures that support learner progression, engagement, and success. Experience with interprofessional, interdisciplinary, simulation-based, clinical, laboratory, practice-based, or work-integrated learning environments is desirable. Educational Scholarship and Research An established programme of scholarship or research with outputs appropriate to career stage and discipline. Evidence of engagement with contemporary scholarship relating to teaching, learning, curriculum, educational technology, professional education, or disciplinary research is desirable. Strategic and Collaborative Leadership Excellent communication, facilitation, strategic thinking, and relationship-building skills. Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively across disciplines, schools, and professional contexts. Ability to provide strategic educational advice to senior academic leaders and governance forums. Citizenship and Service Experience engaging with professional bodies, external stakeholders, communities, or industry partners to strengthen educational outcomes and professional relevance. Equity, Te Tiriti and Te Aronui Demonstrated commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, and student success. Supportive of AUT’s Te Aronui framework and able to contribute to culturally responsive and inclusive educational environments. (https://www.aut.ac.nz/about/maori/auts-commitment-to-Te-Tiriti-o-Waitangi). Please feel free to add any further comments you feel may also support your application. All applications must be submitted through the online application process. Further Information | Pārongo Anō Start Date: To be negotiated Salary Ranges | Ngā Utu: Senior Lecturer: $115,000 - $151,000 per annum (appointment level and salary commensurate with skills and experience) Associate Professor: $151,000 - $175,000 per annum (appointment level and salary commensurate with skills and experience) Professor: $166,000 - $214,000 per annum (appointment level and salary commensurate with skills and experience) For academic enquiries: Contact Juan Canales, Associate Dean Academic, juan.canales@aut.ac.nz Closing Date | Te rā aukati: 16 June 2026 11:55pm Job Reference | Tohutoro Mahi: 95332 *Full-time denotes 37.5 hours per week Nā tō rourou, nā taku rourou ka ora ai te iwi. With your food basket and my food basket, the people will thrive.

Department: Research Development Office Vacancy ID: 042023 Closing Date: 23-Jun-2026 Maynooth University is committed to a strategy in which the primary University goals of excellent research and scholarship and outstanding education are interlinked and equally valued. The Director of Research Development are seeking to recruit an Executive Assistant with excellent organisational and administrative skills and experience of working in a busy office environment who will provide a broad range of administrative duties in support of the Director of Research Development, and the Research Development Office team. The role will report to the Director of Research Development. Salary: Executive Assistant (2026): €32,530 – €48,930p.a. (13 points) Appointments will be made in accordance with public sector pay provisions. Closing Date: 23:30hrs (local Irish time) on Tuesday, 23rd of June 2026. 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