University of Bayreuth

Do you hold a completed PhD in a field relevant to this role? Have you got an established research agenda with a track record of research publication and/or creative work? Can you communicate clearly and work effectively with staff and students from a diverse range of backgrounds? Kōrero mō te tūranga - About the role Te Herenga Waka - Victoria University of Wellington is seeking to appoint a permanent, full-time Pūkenga/Pūkenga Matua - Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Construction within Te Wāhanga Waihanga-Hoahoa - Faculty of Architecture and Design Innovation. This position reports to the Tumuaki - Head of Te Kura Waihanga - School of Architecture and is located at Te Aro Campus. Key responsibilities: Academically rigorous teaching at undergraduate and postgraduate levels across key aspects of the construction project lifecycle. We welcome applicants with expertise in one or more areas of:  Construction project management, planning, programming, and scheduling. Risk management, contract administration, procurement, and commercial construction management. Building surveying, with a focus on weathertightness, regulatory compliance, building condition assessment, and performance. Building services, including mechanical, environmental, or building systems expertise. Structures, structural engineering, or the integration of structural knowledge within construction education. Māori land development, papakāinga housing, and collaborative work with iwi, hapū, Māori landowners, and communities. Continue or develop ongoing research activity that informs teaching and contributes to industry needs. Active engagement with iwi, hapū, industry, government, professions, and diverse communities. Contribute to the collegial development of the programme, School, and Faculty through service roles. Ō pūmanawa - About you Applicants must demonstrate some expertise in teaching and practice. As a core academic in this initiative, the appointee will have the opportunity to influence curriculum design, shape learning experiences, and contribute to the development of a distinctive, future-focused educational offering that reflects both local context and global relevance. Key requirements: An established track record in research publication and/or creative work, and an established research agenda.  Demonstrated evidence of a high standard of teaching in a relevant field at tertiary level and good understanding of the expectations in relation to professional competencies.  Demonstrated experience in supervising student research at Masters and/or PhD level. Demonstrated evidence of good oral and written communication skills.  Good interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to work with students and staff from a diverse range of backgrounds.  Demonstrated evidence of engagement and/or collaboration with colleagues in teaching and research.  Commitment to the academic discipline and to service to the University, the wider community and, where appropriate, the profession. Role Description: If the below links are not available, click 'Apply' to view this on the University careers page. Pūkenga - Lecturer Role Description - Click here to see further information, including salary. Pūkenga Matua - Senior Lecturer Role Description - Click here to see further information, including salary. Close date for vacancy: 08 July 2026. Contact details for vacancy: If you have any questions regarding this role, please get in touch with Sarah Leggott (sarah.leggott@vuw.ac.nz). How to apply: Please ensure you are applying for this role directly on our careers page and not via email. Candidates must submit supporting documents along with their resume, such as a cover letter. Applicants who do not have residency or citizenship and require a visa to work at the University must clearly indicate their visa status in their application and understand that if they do not have a current, relevant visa, they will need to secure this independently. We can only consider applicants who are citizens or residents of New Zealand or Australia or hold a current working visa. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and we may progress with suitable applicants prior to the application closing date. Applications from recruitment agencies are not accepted. Mō Te Herenga Waka - About Our University Te Herenga Waka - Victoria University of Wellington is renowned for its high-quality research and exceptional teaching. We attract people from around the world. Our university campus spans Te Whanganui-a-Tara Wellington - the creative, scientific, and political centre of Aotearoa New Zealand - and our students thrive on the connections we have made here. Explore the many benefits of working at Te Herenga Waka - Victoria University of Wellington. Find out where you fit in our strategic direction and learn more about our research expertise. Ētahi kōrero hai āwhina i a koe - Why you should join our team Discover a world where design meets innovation at our Te Kura Waihanga - School of Architecture. Nestled in the creative heart of a vibrant city, our school is a beacon for those who aspire to shape the built environment. Engage with dynamic projects, connect with industry leaders, and explore architecture that challenges and inspires. Here, your designs don't just build structures - they build futures.

Lead Software Engineering programmes and academic direction Advance research with strong industry collaboration Shape AI integration in teaching and curriculum About the role - Ngā kōrero mō te tūranga  This is an exciting opportunity for a mid-career Software Engineer to show strong leadership and progress your research goals. As Programme Lead for Software Engineering, this full-time role is expected to contribute to undergraduate and postgraduate teaching, as well as the supervision of honours, graduate and postgraduate students. The Senior Lecturer/Associate Professor will be expected to maintain professional associations, establish and promote collaborations with industry, and contribute to outreach events. Salary will be in the range of $113,428 to $148,799 for a Senior Lecturer, or $150,661 to $166,176 for an Associate Professor, per year based on skills, knowledge and experience brought to the position. This is a full-time role (37.5 hours a week), based at our Hillcrest Campus. For more information on these roles, please see the position description attached for the Senior Lecturer or Associate Professor. For a confidential conversation about the role, please contact Professor Annika Hinze, Head of School, School of Computing and Mathematical Sciences, at annika.hinze@waikato.ac.nz Who are you? - Ko wai koe? We are seeking to grow our Software Engineering department with the addition of a Senior Lecturer/Associate Professor who enhances our research strengths, creates engaging teaching experiences, and contributes to our outreach programmes. We are especially interested in appointing an experienced academic who can provide leadership in integrating emerging AI tools and methodologies into our software engineering programme. The successful candidate will hold a relevant PhD and have demonstrated teaching and research experience at both undergraduate and postgraduate level, including successful supervision of Masters and Doctoral students, supported by a strong track record of securing competitive research funding. Additionally, experience leading a team of academic colleagues is strongly preferred, as well as a willingness to contribute to both our Hamilton and Tauranga programmes. Who are we? - Ko wai mātou? Au Reikura - The School of Computing and Mathematical Sciences at the University of Waikato comprises four discipline groups. The Software Engineering group has research strengths in areas such as human-centred computing, internet of things, and software correctness. Software Engineering is closely aligned with the Computer Science programme, where we have a strong presence in Artificial Intelligence and Cyber Security. We offer a range of Software Engineering programmes, from the fully accredited Bachelor of Engineering to PhD level. Our programmes are accredited under the Washington Accord and the Seoul Accord. Applications close on Sunday, 5 July 2026

Schemes of Service: Research Division: Food, Chemical and Biotechnology Employment Type: Fixed Term Research Fellow / Engineer (Insect Protein Chemistry & Functional Beverage Development) As a University of Applied Learning, the Singapore Institute of Technology (SIT) works closely with industry partners to deliver translational, impact-driven research. This role supports an awarded applied research project on cricket protein (CP)-based functional beverages, focusing on protein chemistry, emulsion engineering, scalable food processing, and consumer acceptance. The appointee will contribute to SIT's sustainable food innovation agenda, working within a multidisciplinary team with access to established research platforms and pilot-scale facilities. Key Responsibilities Characterise insect protein and their hydrolysates for compositional and techno-functional properties under different processing conditions (enzymatic hydrolysis, heating, drying, homogenization) Investigate the impact of food processing on protein-polysaccharide interactions under different food processing conditions. Profile phenolic compound and evaluate the bio-functional properties such as antioxidant activity Identify optimal processing conditions that minimise bioactive losses for functional beverage applications. Design and formulate insect protein-based oil-in-water emulsions for the encapsulation and delivery of bioactives. Develop and optimise functional beverage prototypes that are suitable for industry-scale beverage manufacturing and evaluate their emulsion stability and estimated shelf-life. Conduct in vitro bioaccessibility and bioavailability studies for encapsulated nutrients using existing SIT analytical facilities. Support the design and execution of consumer surveys assessing Singapore consumers' acceptance of foods and beverages. Perform principal component analysis (PCA) and multivariate statistics to identify relationships between demographic factors and product acceptance and integrate findings as feedback for beverage formulation. Prepare scientific manuscripts, technical reports, and progress updates for funding agencies, journals, and stakeholders. Present findings at project meetings, industry engagements, and academic conferences. Supervise and mentor junior researchers, research assistants, and students attached to the project. The candidate is to communicate with all relevant internal and external stakeholders as required to meet the project deliverables. Any other adhoc duties assigned by supervisor. Job Requirements PhD in Food Science, Food Technology, Food Chemistry, Chemistry, Nutrition, or a closely related discipline. Strong master's or bachelor's degree holders with substantial relevant research experience may be considered for the Engineer grade. Solid grounding in protein chemistry, protein hydrolysis, and structure–function relationships in food systems. Hands-on experience in emulsion formulation and stability characterisation, including droplet size analysis and shelf-life assessment. Familiarity with food processing technologies such as HTST, UHT pasteurisation, drying, heating, and high-pressure or multi-stage homogenisation in beverage or liquid food systems. Working knowledge of biochemical and antioxidant assay methods, HPLC, MS, and their application in food ingredient analysis. Experience with in vitro digestion models and bioaccessibility or bioavailability testing is a strong advantage. Ability to perform quantitative data analysis and multivariate statistics (e.g., PCA); proficiency in Origin, R, or equivalent software for statistical analysis. Strong scientific writing skills with the ability to produce publication-quality manuscripts and clear technical reports. Proactive, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple experimental and reporting workstreams simultaneously. Collaborative and able to work independently within a multidisciplinary applied research environment. Good communication and interpersonal skills for engagement with students, colleagues for procurement, risk assessment for lab activities, equipment purchasing and maintenance, industry partners, and funding stakeholders. Strong ownership for leading and delivering projects with project management skills