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Université Laval

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401–500th in World University Rankings 2026
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About Université Laval

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Université Laval thrives on innovation and creativity. As one of Canada’s top research universities, it boasts $515 million in dedicated research funds.  And with its location in beautiful Québec City—a UNESCO world heritage destination—it offers students and researchers a unique personal experience. Université Laval came in 36th out of 1,406 universities in the Times Higher Education Impact Rankings, which assess the global impact of universities around the world.

The University works in synergy with ecosystems and partners in industry and technology and is third in Canada for growth in private-sector research revenue.  It is also the only Canadian university with four Canada Excellence Research Chairs—and that is in addition to its more than 300 research chairs, centres, and institutes.

The University’s 3,915 professors, lecturers, and other teaching and research staff share their knowledge with a student body of more than 47,000, including nearly 11,000 graduate students. The University welcomes over 8,000 international students from 120 different countries. Over 2,500 of its students are in Canada through a national and international mobility program, and nearly one in two doctoral candidates are from abroad. 

Université Laval is also known for its global outlook, which enhances and enriches the learning experience. The University is committed to international development and humanitarian aid and has signed 850 partnerships with 560 postsecondary institutions in 75 countries around the world.  A multifaceted institution, it delivers a vast range of education and training, with 550 programs and 17 different faculties.

University life unfolds on a verdant 2 km2 campus that has no equal in all of Québec. A full 64% of the campus is green space, with a wonderful variety of woods and wildlife. The University is also known for its PEPS, the biggest sports complex in Eastern Canada.

The University traces its origins back to the Séminaire de Québec founded in 1663, making it the oldest francophone university in North America. Over the years, it has shaped the history and course of postsecondary education on the continent. Only three universities in Canada have a higher graduation rate than Université Laval.  There are over 335,000 Université Laval graduates around the world, contributing to human progress. 

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Student gender ratio
59 F : 41 M (1)
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International student percentage
18% (1)
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Students per staff
13.4 (1)
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30127 (1)

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Head of the Second Department of Surgery

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Czech Republic, Brno


Department: Second Department of Surgery – Faculty of Medicine Deadline: 5 Apr 2026 Start date: 1. 9. 2026 Job type: full-time Job field: Science and research | Education and schooling Director of the St. Anne's University Hospital in Brno and Dean of the Faculty of Medicine of Masaryk University announces a selection procedure for the position: Head of the Second Department of Surgery The Second Department of Surgery is a therapeutic, educational and research clinic of the St. Anne's University Hospital in Brno and the Faculty of Medicine of MU. It is a highly specialized workplace on the issue of vascular diseases. The main activities are vascular-surgical programs. In cooperation with interventional radiologists and angiologists, the clinic provides comprehensive care for vascular patients, including 24-hour permanent service for acute vascular events within the region and supraregionally. As an accredited workplace, it provides undergraduate and postgraduate education in vascular surgery, is involved in scientific research activities and participates in the solution of international randomized multicenter studies. II. The surgical clinic is a part of the Complex Cardiovascular Center and the Cerebrovascular Center established by the Ministry of Health of the Czech Republic. The Department Head position candidate must be a respected expert in the field of surgery, with experience of working in a given area and with expertise in pre-graduate and postgraduate education. The Head of the department will be responsible for the management of the clinic, undergraduate medical education, doctoral studies, publishing and coordination of research conducted at the clinic. The Candidate for Department Head will present his/her idea of fulfilling the above during the selection process. Requirements for a declared position: University education in general medicine or equivalent education acquired abroad; Eligibility to pursue the profession of physician in the relevant field in accordance with Section 5 of Act No. 95/2004 Coll.; Academic degree PhD or scientific rank of CSc; Habilitation within the meaning of Act No. 111/1998 Coll., on Higher Education, the scientific-pedagogical title of professor is an advantage; Personal and professional requirements for managing the medical and academic team of the clinic; Teaching experience and readiness to guarantee vocational subjects taught at the workplace; Scientific and publishing activities in the given field Active knowledge of the Czech language; Moral integrity; Fulfilment of prerequisites according to Act No. 451/1991 Coll. (the Lustration Act); does not have to document persons born after 1 December 1971 and foreign applicants. We offer: Work in an inspiring intellectual environment with an emphasis on multi-disciplinary cooperation; Work in a top medical and educational workplace, with involvement in teaching in a unique simulation centre; Professional growth and the possibility of continuous education (including language); Motivating financial remuneration; Workplace within easy reach of public transport, accommodation near the hospital; Strong emphasis on the safety and health of workers in the workplace, support for family policy; Supplementary pension insurance and life insurance, sick days, holiday allowance and other benefits. Applications together with a structured CV, an overview of scientific and publishing activities, contact details of two persons for references (name, position, telephone number), photocopies of qualification papers and diplomas (external applicants only), a valid licence issued by the Czech Medical Chamber for the position of Head Physician or Chief Physician (or proof of having applied for the licence), a criminal record (no older than three months), certificate according to Act No. 451/1991 Coll. (he so-called Lustration Act; persons born after 1 December 1971 and foreign applicants do not have to provide proof), should be sent to the HR department of the Faculty of Medicine via the e-Application (see below) or a paper form. For more information, please contact Adela Otáhalová at e-mail: adela.otahalova@med.muni.cz

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Competitive

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Faculty Openings in Health and Social Sciences

SINGAPORE INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY (SIT)

Singapore Institute of Technology (SIT)

Singapore

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Singapore Institute of Technology (SIT)

Singapore


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Associate Professor (Infectious Diseases Modelling)

UNIVERSITY OF WESTERN AUSTRALIA

The University of Western Australia

Australia, Perth

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The University of Western Australia

Australia, Perth


Associate Professor (Infectious Diseases Modelling) A unique opportunity to work across UWA and The Kids Research Institute Australia, combining world-class modelling expertise with clinical and public health partnerships to deliver real-world impact for Western Australia. Lead and grow an internationally recognised research program in infectious disease modelling, including mentoring researchers and building modelling capability across Western Australia. The successful applicant will hold an honorary appointment with The Kids Research Institute Australia, enabling integration into a leading child health research environment and access to collaborative infrastructure. Full-time appointment on a fixed term basis for 5 years Base salary range: Level D, $173,024 – $190,355 p.a. (pro-rata) plus 17% superannuation. About the area The UWA School of Physics, Mathematics and Computing combine Departments with strong identities and histories going back to the beginnings of UWA. Research and education in the School spans these departments to make advances in both theoretical and applied domains, including the development of new models, data analyses, and software to solve pressing real-world problems. Our work supports important collaborations with international partners, industry, hospitals, and community stakeholders, generating high quality publications, patents, and spin-out companies. About the opportunity Develop and apply advanced mathematical, computational and statistical models for infectious diseases (e.g., COVID-19, influenza, RSV), drive epidemic forecasting and analytics in Western Australia, secure competitive funding, publish in leading journals, and build national and international collaborations. Lead curriculum development and coordination of Infectious Disease Modelling, contribute to undergraduate and postgraduate teaching, and supervise and mentor Honours, Master’s, PhD students and early-career researchers to build modelling capacity in WA. Support the Chair in establishing an internationally recognised research program, foster interdisciplinary partnerships (including with The Kids Research Institute Australia and ACEFA), engage with community and industry stakeholders, uphold University governance and inclusion commitments, and contribute to service, IP management and research translation. About you PhD in an academic field relevant to the discipline or other higher professional qualifications appropriate to their discipline. An excellent professional and academic record. Demonstrated experience of leading and engaging an inclusive and diverse team based on research outcomes and outputs and the ability to drive collaborations with other research groups and organisations, and across government organisations or industry. Commitment to build world class research capacity at UWA. An outstanding track record in excellence in research at a national or international level evidenced by a series of peer-reviewed journal articles in the field of infectious disease modelling, published in high quality journals.     Evidence of ability to teach infectious disease modelling. Demonstrated ability to positively contribute to team, school and wider University activities such as team and school meetings, strategic planning and program development.   Note: Employment checks will include information on gender-based violence, sexual harassment, and related misconduct to meet legal obligations. A current National Police Clearance will be required by the successful applicant. Position description: PD Associate Professor 522764.docx To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Professor Nick Golding at nick.golding@uwa.edu.au cc’ing in Natasha Stretton at natasha.stretton@uwa.edu.au How to apply Please apply online via the Apply Now button and address the selection criteria in your submission in a separate document. For information to assist you with compiling statements to answer the selection criteria, please visit Addressing the selection criteria. You may submit a statement describing any personal circumstances relevant to your application. This can include academic/professional interruptions or achievements relative to opportunity. Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Wednesday 1 April 2026 This position is open to international applicants. Benefits Flexible working options. Generous paid leave including parental leave. Up to 17% employer paid superannuation. Salary packaging available. Incremental progression based on 12 months continuous service. Discounted UWA course fees. Discounted health insurance. Employee Assistance Program. About the University The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, supported by the freedom to innovate and inspire, there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top university. Learn more about us. Our commitment to inclusion and diversity UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We are committed to fostering a safe environment for all, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community, and people living with disability. If you require any reasonable adjustments, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application. Alternatively, you can contact us for assistance during the recruitment process. If you have queries relating to your application, please contact the individual named in the advertisement. Alternatively, please contact the Talent team at people@uwa.edu.au with details of your query. To enable a quick response, please include the 6-digit job reference number.

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$173,024 – $190,355 p.a. (pro-rata) plus 17% superannuation

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5 Mar 2026

Faculty Openings in Food, Chemical and Biotechnology

SINGAPORE INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY (SIT)

Singapore Institute of Technology (SIT)

Singapore

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Singapore


FACULTY OPENINGS AT THE SINGAPORE INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY The Singapore Institute of Technology (SIT) is Singapore’s first University of Applied Learning, offering industry-relevant degree programmes that prepare its graduates to be work- and future-ready professionals. Its mission is to maximise the potential of its learners and to innovate with industry, through an integrated applied learning and research approach, so as to contribute to the economy and society. The university’s unique pedagogy integrates work and study, embracing authentic learning in a real-world environment through collaborations with key strategic partners. Its focus on applied research with business impact is aimed at helping industry innovate and grow. Targeted to be ready in 2024, SIT’s centralised campus within the larger Punggol Digital District will feature a vibrant learning environment where academia and industry will be tightly integrated with the community. SIT espouses an applied learning approach and offers degrees with a strong focus on science and technology. Our faculty work closely with industry on translational research and innovation, as well as provide consultancy on solutions to industry challenges. This well-established nexus with industry endows our graduates with deep skills and work-ready training experience – attuning them to the needs and demands of the future economy. As a young university, we encourage innovation and seek the right candidates to join us in realising our vision. We offer competitive remuneration, generous employment benefits access to funding to undertake research of relevance to industry, and the opportunities to inspire and nurture the next generation of skilled and work-ready graduates. We currently have positions available at all levels from Lecturer to Full Professor in Chemical Engineering or related disciplines. Priority skill areas include: process monitoring and control, industry 4.0, modeling, AI and ML applications for the process industries with particular emphasis on delivering step change improvements in process performance; Informatics for process and product development with a background in big data applications in biotechnology, process development or food technology; Quantitative scientific skills in physical chemistry/biochemistry/formulation to enable deeper process and product understanding in high value chemical, pharmaceutical biotechnology and/or food applications.   The successful candidate would be expected to teach core chemical of pharmaceutical engineering subjects and to develop applied research to support the continuing development of Singapore’s process industries. Requirements: A PhD in Chemical Engineering or related discipline Strong communication skills Aptitude for Applied Research leading to application of new knowledge to solve real-world problems A high level of digital literacy The following are desirable: Manufacturing, design or research experience in the process and related industries Knowledge and experience of Sustainability assessment as applied to the process industries Chartered or Professional Engineer status Successful candidates will join the Food, Chemical and Biotechnology (FCB) Cluster (one of five domain clusters in SIT), as members of a team of accomplished experts who are passionate about higher education and deeply involved with industry transformation through their applied research programmes.   Faculty in the FCB Cluster undertake funded industry-relevant research, teach courses in Chemical Engineering, Pharmaceutical Engineering and Food Technology as well as supervise graduate industry masters and doctorate students in relevant topics. They are also provided with paid leave to undertake consultancy work with industry and/or spend time attached to work with industry. Applications will be accepted until the positions are filled. All applications must be submitted electronically via the "Apply Now" button below.

Salary

Competitive

Posted

5 Mar 2026

Centre Program Manager

UNIVERSITY OF SYDNEY

The University of Sydney

Australia, Camperdown

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The University of Sydney

Australia, Camperdown


Part time (0.80 FTE) fixed term 3 years at Camperdown Centre Program Manager role supporting Digital Health Research Base Salary $103,185- $111,237+ 17% superannuation About the opportunity At the University of Sydney Susan Wakil School of Nursing and Midwifery (Sydney Nursing School)we integrate teaching, research, and scholarship with practice and policy development, while fostering engagement with all health professions. We are seeking an experienced Health Services Research project manager for the an exciting new Centre Program Manager position to support Melissa Baysari and the team in operational management of a new NHMRC Centre of Research Excellence (CRE). The "CRE in Human Factors and AI-enabled Clinical Decision Support" is being led by the Digital Health Human Factors Group. You will work on managing multiple CRE research projects and capacity building initiatives related to the design and implementation of clinical decision support systems. Your key responsibilities will be to: perform operational project management support activities that contribute to the planning, establishment and smooth delivery of multiple research projects and capacity building initiatives within the CRE in Human Factors and AI-enabled Clinical Decision Support coordinate the collation, analysis and preparation of CRE data, documentation and research materials, ensuring all information is accurate and readily accessible for multidisciplinary project teams assist in mapping key CRE resources required for project commencement and ongoing delivery of research and capacity building initiatives coordinate detailed project and work stream plans, tracking activities and task implementation to ensure they align with overarching CRE goals and research priorities set by Chief Investigator Professor Melissa Baysari and collaborators monitor CRE activities, deliverables and research milestones across the three-hub collaboration (University of Sydney, Macquarie University and the University of Sunshine Coast), proactively identifying issues, risks or deviations and enabling timely escalation or corrective actions facilitate all project logistics, including scheduling stakeholder meetings, organising cross‑university workshops, coordinating investigator availability and arranging venues or virtual platforms as required assist to develop and maintain collaborative working relationships with internal and external partners, fostering effective communication and shared understanding across hubs assist in project financial management, including monitoring research budgets, preparing financial reports, tracking expenditure across multiple institutions and identifying emerging financial risks or constraints set up and manage stakeholder meetings across the three‑hub Centre, including preparing agendas and briefing materials, coordinating attendance, capturing action items and supporting follow‑up activities About you bachelor degree in a relevant discipline (health related desirable) and/or equivalent experience supporting complex health services research programs demonstrated experience engaging and collaborating with diverse internal and external stakeholders, including researchers, clinicians, technology partners and cross‑university teams experience providing project management support within health services research, digital health or related multidisciplinary environments proven experience monitoring and managing budgets and expenditure across multi‑stream or multi‑site projects, including preparing financial reports and supporting resource planning strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to coordinate multiple concurrent projects, deadlines and stakeholder requirements proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite, including advanced Excel skills for data analysis, tracking and reporting self‑motivated and proactive, with the initiative to streamline processes, identify opportunities for improvement and enhance the effectiveness of project operations. 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. Pre-employment checks Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment. EEO statement At the University of Sydney, our shared values are trust, accountability and excellence and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community that thrives through diversity and reflects the wider community that we serve. 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 LGBTQIA+. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds. We are proud to be recognised as an Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) Platinum 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. For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or any documents in alternate formats, please contact Cecilia Blamey, Recruitment Operations by email to cecilia.blamey@sydney.edu.au. © The University of Sydney The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment. Click to view the Position Description for this role. Applications Close Sunday 22 March 2026 11:59 PM

Salary

$103,185- $111,237+ 17% superannuation

Posted

5 Mar 2026

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Arts and Humanities

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  • History, Philosophy and Theology
  • Languages, Literature and Linguistics

Business and Economics

  • Accounting and Finance
  • Business and Management
  • Economics and Econometrics

Computer Science

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Education Studies

  • Education

Engineering

  • Chemical Engineering
  • Civil Engineering
  • Electrical and Electronic Engineering
  • General Engineering
  • Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering

Law

  • Law

Life Sciences

  • Agriculture and Forestry
  • Biological Sciences
  • Sport Science

Medical and Health

  • Medicine and Dentistry
  • Other Health

Physical Sciences

  • Chemistry
  • Geology, Environmental, Earth and Marine Sciences
  • Mathematics and Statistics
  • Physics and Astronomy

Psychology

  • Psychology

Social Sciences

  • Communication and Media Studies
  • Geography
  • Politics and International Studies
  • Sociology