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Full-time Continuing position Salary Academic Level D ($170,080 - $187,373) + 17% Superannuation Based at the Bundoora campus , but may be required to work and/or be based at other campuses of the University About You RMIT's School of Education is looking for an Associate Professor (Level D) to take a genuine leadership role across teaching, research, and industry engagement-particularly within teacher education and professional experience. A dedicated discipline area in STEM is desirable but not compulsory. This is not a passive academic role. You'll be expected to drive program quality, lift research performance, and shape the future direction of the discipline-internally and externally. What you'll actually do Lead program excellence Drive innovation in teacher education programs, elevate academic standards, and embed student-centred learning design. Build and lead research impact Develop and scale high-performing research teams, publish in quality outlets, and secure external funding. Shape strategy and direction Play a key role in School and College planning, influencing decisions that matter. Develop people Mentor academic staff and supervise HDR candidates to lift overall research and teaching capability. Engage beyond the University Strengthen partnerships with industry, community and professional bodies to ensure relevance and impact. To be successful in this position, you'll have / you'll have as a minimum: A PhD (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline A strong national research profile with emerging international recognition Proven ability to lead programs and deliver teaching innovation Track record of securing research funding and leading teams Experience supervising HDR candidates successfully High-level stakeholder engagement, influencing and communication skills The ability to operate as a leader, not just a contributor Please Note: Appointment to this position is subject to passing a Working with Children and National Police Check. About the Portfolio The School of Education is one school within the College of Design and Social Context and offers undergraduate and postgraduate studies in education, pre-service teacher education, early childhood education, educational research, professional learning and short courses. The school is committed to teaching, research and engagement that improves the quality of education, work and life for people and systems in formal and informal settings. Collaborating with a variety of partners, we strive to co-create teaching, learning and professional development experiences that are engaging, industry responsive and evidence informed. To Apply Please submit your CV and covering letter addressing the Key Selection Criteria for this position by clicking on the 'Apply' link at the top of this page. For further information about this position, please see the Position Description hyperlinked below or contact Associate Dean, Learning & Teaching - Bernie Walker-Gibbs via email bernadette.walker-gibbs@rmit.edu.au Position Description can be found here Please note, if you are viewing this advert from an external site, please click 'apply' and you will be redirected to RMIT's Jobs website to access the Position Description at the bottom of the page. Due to recent upgrades, position description links may not work on LinkedIn advertisements. #LI-Hybrid Applications Close: 4 May 2026 11.59 pm RMIT is an equal opportunity employer committed to being a child safe organisation. We are dedicated to attracting, retaining and developing our people regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability and age. Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community, and we strongly encourage applications from the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community. In line with RMIT University's commitment to a safe, respectful and inclusive environment, from 1 January 2026, the University will also consider gender-based violence (GBV) risk factors as part of our recruitment processes.All applicants will be required to complete a gender based violence declaration in accordance with the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-based Violence.Preferred candidates will also be required to undertake relevant pre employment background checks, including Working With Children Checks. Information provided will be treated confidentially and considered only for its relevance to the role and RMIT's safety obligations. At RMIT, we are committed to supporting adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, as well as during employment. We actively support and encourage people with disability to apply to RMIT (including alternate formats of application forms). To discuss adjustment requirements, please contact Dani, via talentsupport@rmit.edu.au or visit our Careers page for more contact information - https://www.rmit.edu.au/careers. We are a Circle Back Initiative Employer - we commit to respond to every applicant.

The Department of Geography at Durham University seeks to appoint an Assistant Professor in Physical Geography who has expertise in the field of Earth Observation. We seek someone who will complement and extend our current work in one or more of our research clusters (Hazards and Surface Change; Catchments and Rivers; Sea Level, Ice Sheets and Climate), but we particularly welcome applications from candidates who apply Earth observation approaches to outstanding problems in the fields of mountain environments, geohazards, geomorphology and catchments and river science. The successful candidate will develop world class scholarship in their field. They will have completed a PhD in a relevant field, have a track record of internationally excellent and agenda setting publications and demonstrate a track record of, or potential for, securing external funding. They will have experience of, or show a commitment to, delivering excellent teaching at undergraduate and postgraduate levels and will be expected to contribute to undergraduate and Master's-level teaching. In addition to their research, the successful candidate will contribute to the department through administrative roles commensurate with their grade. Geography at Durham consistently ranks among the very best departments in the UK and the world. We were ranked equal =1st in the REF 2021 research assessment exercise with a research environment that was awarded the highest possible 100% 4* score. We are ranked 6th in the world in the 2026 QS World University Rankings by Subject. Our students report high satisfaction levels in the National Student Survey. As an Assistant Professor, you will benefit from our commitment to ensure that your teaching load is sustainable, and from our generous research leave policy. This will give you time to carry out internationally excellent research, informing your teaching and supervision at undergraduate and postgraduate level. We support academics with a generous travel allowance and you will be able to apply to the Department's Research Development Fund for additional funding to develop your research. We regularly host visiting academics and research students from around the world. The department benefits from access to diverse PhD funding sources including the IAPETUS NERC Doctoral Training Partnership. We have a suite of world-class laboratories and field equipment for research and teaching supported by an experienced team of technicians. The post offers an exciting opportunity to make a major contribution to internationally excellent research and teaching while allowing you unrivalled opportunities to progress and embed your career in an exciting and progressive institution. The department recently achieved an Athena Swan Silver award, and we continue to further embed actions to promote equality in everything we do. We are proud of our efforts to decolonise our curricula and ensure inclusive fieldwork for staff and students, and to be part of a vibrant university community that celebrates diversity. We encourage talented people from all backgrounds to join us. Successful applicants will, ideally, be in post by 1 October 2026. Please direct informal enquiries to Prof Colm O'Cofaigh (Head of Department) . The closing date for applications is 10 May 2026. For more information on the Department of Geography see: https://www.dur.ac.uk/geography/

The University of Vienna is a community of almost 11,000 individuals, including approximately 7,700 academic staff members, who passionately pursue answers to the profound questions that shape our future. Fueled by curiosity and a deep sense of duty, they contribute invaluable insights to research and teaching, enriching our society. Are you inspired and driven by the desire to make a meaningful impact? We are currently seeking a/an University assistant predoctoral 51 Faculty of Physics Startdate: 01.06.2026 | Working hours: 30 | Collective bargaining agreement: §48 VwGr. B1 Grundstufe (praedoc) Limited until: 31.05.2030 Reference no.: 5570 Explore and teach at the University of Vienna, where more than 7,500 academics thrive on curiosity in continuous exploration and help us better understand our world. Does this sound like you? Then join our accomplished team! Your personal sphere of influence: As a university assistant prae doc, you will join the Soft Matter Experiments (SoMeX) Lab (https://somexlab.github.io/) led by Prof. Roberto Cerbino. The SoMeX Lab investigates the physical principles governing the behavior of soft and biological systems, focusing on both equilibrium and non-equilibrium phenomena, from the dynamics of yield stress fluids to the collective behavior of cells and bacterial collectives.Our lab is a center for methodological innovation and provides a world-class, integrated experimental environment. Our facilities allow for the entire scientific workflow—from sample preparation in our chemistry lab and cell culture lab to advanced characterization. Our imaging suite features several microscopes, including a CrestOptics X-Light v3 spinning disk mounted on a fully-automated Nikon Ti2-E, supported by high-end sCMOS cameras (Kinetix, Andor CB2, ORCA-Flash4.0 V3) and biological incubators. For mechanical probing, we utilize our custom-built ShearView linear rheometer and an Anton Paar MCR 702e Space custom rheomicroscope. We also leverage optical tweezers, 3D printing for synthetic and biocompatible materials, and our open-sourced fast DDM code for high-throughput Differential Dynamic Microscopy (DDM).What makes us special is our collaborative spirit. We maintain an active international research network with partners in Europe (Milan, Paris, Heraklion, Fribourg, Zurich, etc.) and abroad (USA, Canada, etc.), providing a high-profile platform for your doctoral studies and the ideal conditions to build or expand your own network. Your future tasks: You actively participate in research, teaching & administration, which means: You are involved in ongoing research projects and scientific studies in the areas of soft matter physics, biophysics and active matter, with a particular focus on some of the following topics: rheology and rheo-microscopy of complex fluids and soft materials; collective behaviour of cells and bacterial systems; microscopy and image analysis of biological and soft-matter systems; Differential Dynamic Microscopy (DDM), microrheology and light scattering; development of new experimental methods and instrumentation. You develop and pursue an original doctoral project within the research profile of the SoMeX Lab. We expect you to conclude a dissertation agreement within 12–18 months. You work independently and continuously on your dissertation and its timely completion. You participate in the publication of research results in international peer-reviewed journals and present your work at conferences and workshops. You contribute to the preparation of grant proposals and to collaborative research activities within the lab and with our international partners. You hold courses independently within the scope of the provisions of the collective bargaining agreement, in particular by contributing to teaching in the Faculty of Physics at the Bachelor and Master level. You support the supervision of Bachelor and Master students. You take on administrative tasks in research, teaching and administration, including participation in the organization of laboratory activities, seminars and scientific events. This is part of your personality: Necessary qualifications, experience and knowledge (MUST criteria): Completed Master’s degree or Diploma in Physics, Biophysics, Soft Matter, Materials Science, or a closely related field. Analytical and methodological design competence: Proven ability to formulate a scientific hypothesis and design a feasible experimental strategy. This is evaluated through a conceptual research proposal (mock proposal), which must demonstrate the candidate's ability to integrate the SoMeX Lab’s core research pillars and infrastructure into a rigorous scientific plan. Technical literacy in advanced instrumentation: Demonstrated understanding of the physical principles underlying experimental soft matter physics (in particular rheology and advanced optical microscopy), evidenced by previous research work or the conceptual proposal. Quantitative data analysis skills: Proficiency in scientific programming (e.g., Python, MATLAB) for data-intensive applications and the ability to bridge raw experimental data with physical modeling. Academic communication proficiency: Excellent command of written and spoken English (C1 level). Desirable experience and knowledge (Target criteria): Advanced laboratory expertise: Hands-on experience with high-end or custom imaging/rheology/scattering hardware. Sample Preparation: Familiarity with wet-lab environments, including chemistry prep, cell culture, or microbiology protocols. Software Development: Experience with image-analysis frameworks and instrument control. Most important competencies: Scientific autonomy: A "hands-on" mindset and the ability to independently troubleshoot complex experimental setups. Collaborative skills: A proactive team player who thrives in interdisciplinary, international environments. Reliability: Strong organizational skills and a commitment to the timely completion of a 4-year doctoral project. What we offer: Work-life balance: Our employees enjoy flexible working hours and can partially work remotely.  Inspiring working atmosphere: You are a part of an international academic team in a healthy and fair working environment. Good public transport connections: Your workplace is easily accessible by public transport. Internal further training & Coaching: Opportunity to deepen your skills on an ongoing basis. There are over 600 courses to choose from – free of charge. Fair salary: The basic salary of EUR 3.776,10 (on a full-time basis) increases if we can credit professional experience. The employment duration is 4 years. Initially limited to 1.5 years, the employment relationship is automatically extended to 4 years if the employer does not terminate it within the first 12 months by submitting a non-extension declaration. Equal opportunities for all: We welcome every additional/new personality to the team! It is that easy to apply: Please submit the following documents in English as a single PDF file: Letter of Motivation: Describe your background and how your skills align with the SoMeX Lab’s focus. Scientific Curriculum Vitae: Including a list of publications and a detailed description of your technical skills. Academic Credentials: Copy of Master's degree certificate and transcript of records. Conceptual research proposal (max. 2 pages): For evaluation purposes, please outline a mock research idea that addresses a fundamental question in soft matter or biophysics. This proposal is intended to demonstrate your ability to design an experimental approach in line with SoMeX interests. This proposal is for assessment purposes only and does not necessarily represent the project to be carried out during the PhD. Evidence of scientific writing: A copy of your Master’s thesis or a representative published paper. If the file size is too large, please include a functional link to a cloud folder within the PDF. References: Contact details for two academic referees. If you have any questions, please contact: Roberto Cerbino roberto.cerbino@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  Prae Doc