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Coleraine, United Kingdom
601–800th in World University Rankings 2026
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About Ulster University

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Ulster University is a multi-campus university with three distinct campuses across Northern Ireland - Belfast, Coleraine and Derry ~ Londonderry, as well as Jordanstown Sports Village. Courses are also delivered at branch campuses in London and Birmingham.

Comprising four faculties, the university is home to over 30,000 students including students from over 70 countries.

In the 2021 Research Excellence Framework (REF), Ulster University now ranks in the top 10 per cent of UK universities for outstanding (4*) or very considerable (3*) research impact.

The university also has strong links with business and industry and courses are structured to allow students to combines their studies with vocational work placements.

Its main Belfast campus constitutes one of Northern Ireland's largest urban developments.

Although traditionally associated with art, the Belfast campus has expanded to include subjects such as architecture, event management, Irish language, photography and digital animation. It also plays host to frequent fashion shows, art exhibitions and other cultural events across its 75,000sqm estate.

Ulster University is a leading university for sport in Ireland and the UK, with its Sports Village located seven miles north of Belfast city centre at Jordanstown, providing a home to the Sports Institute of Northern Ireland where leading athletes train.

The course provision at UU’s Coleraine campus is broad, encompassing biomedical sciences, business, the humanities, computing, film and journalism, among others.

The campus sits on the banks of the river Bann, less than a mile from the centre of Coleraine - the largest and busiest town on the Causeway Coast - offering easy access to the nearby beaches of Portrush and Portstewart, as well as the Giant's Causeway World Heritage Site. On campus, the Riverside Theatre - the third largest professional theatre in Northern Ireland - is a main attraction.

The Derry~Londonderry campus is another main sports centre comprising a fitness suite and floodlit pitches. The nearby River Foyle and town of Donegal offer a range of outdoor activities including sailing, rowing, canoeing, hill walking and climbing.
The Derry~Londonderry campus is also home to the School of Medicine which offers Graduate Entry Medicine.

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55 F : 45 M (1)
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International student percentage
29% (1)
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Students per staff
23.3 (1)
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24440 (1)

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Working closely with researchers, Faculty leaders and external partners, you will play a key role in advancing industry led research outcomes aligned to the University's strategic plan. The Collective Excellence 2028 (CE28) Research advances the University's ambition to be a globally recognised leader in research with real world impact. CE28 aligns academic leadership, institutional investment and professional support to enable large scale, multidisciplinary research that addresses complex global challenges. Through focused Areas for Acceleration, streamlined research processes, and strengthened pathways to international collaboration and major external funding, CE28 empowers academics to lead globally competitive research programs, attract top partners and talent, and translate excellence into societal, economic and policy impact. 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About you significant experience (typically 5-10 years) in business development, research commercialisation or industry engagement within a university, research or innovation environment a Postgraduate Degree in Science or a closely related discipline, or equivalent senior industry experience strong, existing industry connections, particularly across sustainability, energy, climate or environmental sectors demonstrated success securing R&D funding and managing complex, multi stakeholder engagements high level negotiation, influencing and relationship management capability confidence to operate independently in a senior role while contributing within a collaborative team willingness to travel as required to support stakeholder engagement and partnership activity. Sponsorship / work rights for Australia You must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this employment to be eligible to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment. 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We deliver on this through our commitment to diversity and inclusion, evidenced by our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people living with a disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and those who identify as LGBTIQ+. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds. We are proud to be recognised as an Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) Gold employer. Find out more about our work on diversity and inclusion. How to apply Applications (including a cover letter, CV, and any additional supporting documentation) can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page. For employees of the University or contingent workers, please login into your Workday account and navigate to the Career icon on your Dashboard. Click on USYD Find Jobs and apply. 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Australia, Coffs Harbour

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Your opportunity Southern Cross University’s Faculty of Health is seeking a Lecturer in Psychology to contribute to high-quality teaching and program development within the Psychology discipline. You will deliver engaging, student-centred learning experiences and contribute to curriculum innovation, supporting student success within the Southern Cross Model. You will make an impact by: Delivering high-quality teaching in psychology across undergraduate and postgraduate programs Designing and developing innovative curriculum and learning resources Contributing to scholarly activity that informs teaching and enhances student outcomes Engaging with industry, community, and professional networks to support program outcomes Supporting unit coordination and contributing to Faculty initiatives and continuous improvement What you will bring You are a passionate psychology educator who thrives on creating engaging learning experiences and supporting student success. 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Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a demonstrated capacity to work collaboratively and collegially with academic, professional, and external stakeholders. Why Southern Cross University SCU is proudly a regional university, young, small and vibrant. That means you’ll find more exposure, opportunity and ownership - to grow, achieve and build a career that means more. And you’ll do it alongside passionate people and leaders who go the extra mile to help you succeed. A career with us is about more than just work. It’s about place, community and the life you want to live. With three main campuses at the Gold Coast, Coffs Harbour and the Northern Rivers region of NSW, we’re integral to all these wonderful communities. Find your place and be more in this beautiful part of the world. Your opportunity is: Part-time (80%), continuing (permanent) Located at either Gold Coast, QLD 4225 (preferred) or Coffs Harbour, NSW 2450. 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UNIVERSITY OF VIENNA

University of Vienna

Austria, Vienna Danubepier Hov

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University of Vienna

Austria, Vienna Danubepier Hov


At the University of Vienna, almost 11,000 people work together on the big questions of the future. Approximately 7,700 of them are academic staff members. These are individuals who, with their curiosity and their continuous pursuit of excellence, engage in international cutting-edge research and teaching. With us, you will also find space to unfold your potential. We are looking for a/an ... Scientific project assistant postdoc 51 Faculty of Physics Startdate: 01.07.2026 | Working hours: 40 | Collective bargaining agreement: §48 VwGr. B1 lit. b (postdoc) Reference no.: 5611 The University of Vienna is one of Europe’s leading research universities, committed to excellence in research and teaching. We are seeking to appoint a Postdoctoral Researcher to join the international French-Austrian project ChirTrans: Chiral transport controlled by flow microstructure co-financed by the Austrian Science Fund (FWF) and the French National Research Agency (ANR). Where you will be: The position is hosted by the research group Computational and Soft Matter Physics at the Faculty of Physics in the group of Dr. Andreas Zöttl. About the project: ChirTrans investigates how chirality of swimming bacteria determines their active transport processes in complex microstructured heterogeneous environments and in complex shear flows. It combines computational and theoretical modeling at the University of Vienna with experiments performed at ESPCI Paris. Our previous work demonstrated the importance of bacterial chirality in transport in simple microchannel flows and near plane surfaces. ChirTrans now aims to uncover how chirality impacts bacterial transport in more complex microstructured environments. The position offers the opportunity to contribute to internationally visible, frontier research. You will have the chance to help build and shape a high-impact interdisciplinary research group while working on your own research. Your responsibilities: As a Postdoctoral Researcher you will: Conduct independent and collaborative research on computational modeling and simulation of bacterial dynamics using coarse-grained hydrodynamic modeling (Brownian Dynamics, Multiparticle Collision Dynamics, etc) Contribute to and lead academic publications in top-tier journals Collaborate closely with experimental collaboration partner at ESPCI Paris led by Prof. Anke Lindner Present research outcomes at international conferences You may contribute to teaching activities depending on interest and availability, in which case you participate in evaluation measures and in quality assurance. Your profile: Completed PhD in physics, biophysics, physical engineering, or a closely related field Strong background in soft matter physics or biophysics Experience with theoretical modeling, computer simulations and data analysis Programming skills in Python and/or C++/Fortran Ability to work independently and collaboratively in an international research environment Excellent command of English (working language of the project) Experience with experimental collaborations is an advantage Experience with high-performance computing is an advantage What we offer: Integration into a high-profile international project with strong international visibility Possibility for experimental collaboration and research visits at ESPCI Paris Access to high performance computing facilities Possibility to establish new collaborations within the Computational and Soft Matter Physics Group A dynamic and interdisciplinary research environment at the University of Vienna Opportunities for career development and international networking Fixed-term contract and fair salary: The basic salary of EUR 5.014,30 (14 times a year) for a period of 2 years Flexible starting date (between 01.07.2026 and 01.01.2027) Application documents: Please apply by submitting:  Letter of motivation incl. research interests (1 page)  Academic CV (incl. publication list) Doctoral Degree or Statement of expected date of graduation Contact details of at least two referees If you have any questions, please contact: Andreas Zöttl andreas.zoettl@univie.ac.at We look forward to new personalities in our team! The University of Vienna has an anti-discriminatory employment policy and attaches great importance to equal opportunities, the advancement of women and diversity. We place particular emphasis on enhancing women’s representation among the academic and general university staff, particularly in leadership roles, and therefore expressly encourage qualified women to apply. Given equal qualifications, preference will be given to female candidates. University of Vienna. Space for personalities. Since 1365. Data protection ​Application deadline: 05/31/2026

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Research Assistant / Postdoctoral Research Associate, Department of Physics

DURHAM UNIVERSITY

Durham University

United Kingdom, Durham

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Durham University

United Kingdom, Durham


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£31,236 - £46,049

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