Universiti Tenaga Nasional (UNITEN)

Description The Economics Program in the Division of Social Science Division at New York University Abu Dhabi (NYUAD) is inviting applications from economists with outstanding research records. Strong preference will be given to senior candidates. The Economics faculty at NYUAD is ranked among the top departments in Asia, and it offers a dynamic and diverse environment. The position comes with generous research support. NYUAD expects successful candidates to publish in high quality internationally refereed journals. The position features a standard teaching load of three courses per year. The terms of employment are very competitive and include generous start-up and on-going research funds, as well as housing subsidies and educational subsidies for children. Appointment will begin in September 1, 2026, subject to final budget approval. We will consider applicants with an active research agenda in all areas of economics. You may find further information about our group at: https://nyuad.nyu.edu/en/academics/academic-divisions/social-science/economics/faculty.html. About NYU Abu Dhabi https://nyuad.nyu.edu/en/ NYU Abu Dhabi is the first comprehensive liberal arts and research campus in the Middle East to be operated abroad by a major American research university. Times Higher Education ranks NYU among the top 30 universities in the world, making NYU Abu Dhabi the highest-ranked university in the UAE and MENA region. NYU Abu Dhabi has integrated a highly selective undergraduate curriculum across the disciplines with a world center for advanced research and scholarship. The university enables its students in the sciences, engineering, social sciences, humanities, and arts to succeed in an increasingly interdependent world and advance cooperation and progress on humanity’s shared challenges. NYU Abu Dhabi’s high-achieving students have come from over 120 countries and speak over 100 languages. Together, NYU's campuses in New York, Abu Dhabi, and Shanghai form the backbone of a unique global university, giving faculty and students opportunities to experience varied learning environments and immersion in other cultures at one or more of the numerous study-abroad sites NYU maintains on six continents. NYUAD is committed to upholding a culture of non-discrimination, anti-harassment, dignity, and mutual respect; providing equal access and opportunity; and fostering academic excellence in learning, research, and teaching. Students are drawn from among the world’s best. They are bright, intellectually passionate, and committed to building a campus environment anchored in mutual respect, understanding, and care. The NYUAD undergraduate student body has garnered an impressive record of scholarships, graduate-school admissions, and other global honors. Graduate education is an area of growth for the University; the current graduate student population of over 100 students is expected to expand in the next decade as doctoral programs are developed. Working for NYUAD At NYUAD, we recognize that Abu Dhabi is more than where you work; it’s your home. In order for faculty/academic staff to thrive, we offer a comprehensive benefits package. This starts with a generous relocation allowance; educational assistance for your dependents; access to health and wellness services; and more. NYUAD is committed to faculty/academic staff success throughout the academic trajectory, providing support for ambitious and world-class research projects and innovative, interactive teaching approaches. Support for dual-career families is a priority. Visit our website for more information on benefits for you and your dependents. Qualifications This position requires a Ph.D. in Economics. We seek individuals who have a strong record of scholarship, teaching, and mentoring, and have the ability to develop and lead high-quality research. Application Instructions To apply for this position, please submit the following items: Curriculum Vitae (CV) Cover Letter Teaching Statement Research Statement Recent teaching evaluations (optional) Up to 5 representative publications or other writing samples Names and email addresses of 3 references (each will be contacted to upload their reference via Interfolio). Senior candidates may delay having references sent until they know if they are finalists. We will review applications on a rolling basis and continue until the position is filled. We anticipate that successful candidates can start the appointment and relocate to Abu Dhabi in the academic year 2025-2026 or 2026-2027, subject to budget approval. NYUAD is committed to equality and is an equal-opportunity employer. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates and seek individuals who will contribute to the excellence and vibrancy of our academic community. For questions about this position, please email nyuad.academicrecruitment@nyu.edu. Join NYU Abu Dhabi, an exceptional place for exceptional people. NYUAD values inclusion, belonging, and respect; such principles are fundamental to the university’s commitment to excellence. NYUAD is an equal-opportunity employer. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates and seek individuals who will contribute to our vibrant, multidisciplinary research and teaching community. Multidisciplinary research and exceptional teaching in a globally diverse campus community are hallmarks of the University’s mission. @WorkAtNYUAD #nyuadfacultycareers

About Us The School of Cardiovascular and Metabolic Medicine & Sciences (SCMMS) provides an outstanding multi-disciplinary environment for the pursuit of cutting-edge cardiovascular and metabolic research. We study the fundamental molecular, cellular, and physiological processes that underly normal and abnormal cardiovascular and metabolic function and drive the translation of this strong basic science into advances in clinical practice. Our community of world-renowned researchers have access to state-of-the art core facilities and expertise, including facilities for high-throughput screening and high content imaging, multimodality in vivo imaging, proteomics, spatial and single-cell transcriptomics. As part of King’s Health Partners, we have an excellent environment for basic-clinical interaction and a strong focus on mentoring and career development. The School hosts the British Heart Foundation Centre of Research Excellence at King's, which brings together a unique range of internationally recognised scientists and clinicians from across the School and King’s College London. More information: https://www.kcl.ac.uk/scmms About The Role This is an exciting opportunity for a Postdoctoral Research Associate to join a growing programme investigating how age-associated changes in haematopoiesis shape inflammatory responses relevant to cardiovascular disease. Working within the School of Cardiovascular and Metabolic Medicine & Sciences and the King’s BHF Centre of Research Excellence, the successful candidate will contribute to mechanistic studies examining how myeloid cell phenotypes influence tissue injury, repair, and clinical outcomes. The postholder will work at the interface of immunology and cardiovascular biology, integrating data from preclinical models with analyses of human samples to identify pathways that may contribute to maladaptive inflammation. They will be responsible for designing and implementing experimental studies, contributing to analytical and interpretative efforts across the Group, and preparing high-quality research outputs. The role will suit a motivated and rigorous experimental scientist who enjoys conceptual problem-solving and working collaboratively across disciplines. This is a full-time post (35 hours per week), and you will be offered a fixed term contract for 3 years. Research staff at King’s are entitled to at least 10 days per year (pro-rata) for professional development. This entitlement, from the Concordat to Support the Career Development of Researchers, applies to Postdocs, Research Assistants, Research and Teaching Technicians, Teaching Fellows and AEP equivalent up to and including grade 7. Visit the Centre for Research Staff Development for more information. About You To be successful in this role, we are looking for candidates to have a PhD in immunology, cardiovascular science, haematology, or a closely related field, with hands-on experience of cellular and/or molecular approaches for studying immune mechanisms. You will demonstrate the ability to design and troubleshoot experiments independently, maintain high standards of data integrity, and work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team. Experience in inflammatory biology, myeloid cell function, cardiovascular injury, or translational immunology would be highly advantageous, as would familiarity with contemporary analytical approaches such as flow cytometry or transcriptional profiling. You will be a clear communicator with a track record of high-quality scientific writing and a desire to contribute to a collaborative, ambitious research environment. Essential criteria PhD or equivalent in immunology, cardiovascular sciences, haematology, or a closely related discipline. Demonstrated experience applying cellular and molecular techniques to study innate or adaptive immune mechanisms. Ability to design, execute, and troubleshoot experiments independently. Strong conceptual understanding of inflammatory signalling and its relevance to complex disease. Evidence of high-quality scientific writing and presentation skills. Proven capacity to manage research workflows, maintain accurate records, and meet project deadlines. Excellent teamwork, communication skills, and willingness to contribute to an interdisciplinary research environment. Desirable criteria Experience with in vivo models of inflammation or cardiovascular injury. Prior work with human clinical samples or translational immunology. Familiarity with multi-omics approaches, including transcriptomic or proteomic analysis. Experience collaborating with computational or clinical research teams. Downloading a copy of our Job Description Full details of the role and the skills, knowledge and experience required can be found in the Job Description document, provided at the bottom of the page. This document will provide information of what criteria will be assessed at each stage of the recruitment process. Please note that this is a PhD level role but candidates who have submitted their thesis and are awaiting award of their PhDs will be considered. In these circumstances the appointment will be made at Grade 5, spine point 30 with the title of Research Assistant. Upon confirmation of the award of the PhD, the job title will become Research Associate and the salary will increase to Grade 6. Further Information We pride ourselves on being inclusive and welcoming. We embrace diversity and want everyone to feel that they belong and are connected to others in our community. We are committed to working with our staff and unions on these and other issues, to continue to support our people and to develop a diverse and inclusive culture at King's. As part of this commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion and through this appointment process, it is our aim to develop candidate pools that include applicants from all backgrounds and communities. We ask all candidates to submit a copy of their CV, and a supporting statement, detailing how they meet the essential criteria listed in the advert. If we receive a strong field of candidates, we may use the desirable criteria to choose our final shortlist, so please include your evidence against these where possible. To find out how our managers will review your application, please take a look at our ‘How we Recruit’ pages. This post is subject to Occupational Health clearances. Grade and Salary: £46,189 per annum inclusive of London Weighting Allowance Job ID: 134185 Close Date: 04-Jan-2026 Contact Person: Daniel Bromage Contact Details: daniel.bromage@kcl.ac.uk

About us: The post will be based in the Department of Biostatistics & Health Informatics at KCL, within the Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology and Neuroscience (IoPPN). The centre offers a diverse research environment that is open, welcoming and supportive to all. The faculty-wide initiatives are supported by an active Diversity & Inclusion Team. The Department has been a major force in the development of quantitative methodology as applied to mental health research. We have significant national and international collaborations, and our research has growing impact into all areas of medicine particularly through expertise in trials and software development. About the role: We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Postdoctoral Research Associate to join a pioneering project at the intersection of speech analytics, mHealth, and precision psychiatry. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to an internationally unique study that integrates speech analysis with qualitative and quantitative methodologies at scale, aiming to transform our understanding of Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) and advance patient-centred mental health care. The postholder will play a central role in collecting and analysing large-scale speech and wearable data from participants in the GLAD Study cohort (https://gladstudy.org.uk/). Using large language models (LLMs) and acoustic analytics, they will uncover patterns in content, lexical choice, prosody, and acoustic features. These speech-derived measures will be integrated with insights derived from wearable data, structured assessments, medical records, and multi-omics datasets to enable innovative genetic and biomarker association studies, supporting the development of stratified and personalized approaches to mental health treatment. In addition to conducting cutting-edge analyses, the postholder will prepare research findings for dissemination in high-impact, REF-returnable journals and actively engage with Patient and Public Involvement and Engagement (PPI-E) efforts to ensure authentic, patient-centred interpretations of the data. To be considered for this role, you should have:  A PhD (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline (e.g., biostatistics, machine learning, computer science, clinical informatics, natural language processing).  Strong skills in data analysis and programming (e.g., Python or R).  A track record of publications in high -quality scientific journals.  Experience or interest in large language and foundational models is an advantage.  This is a full-time post (35 hours per week), and you will be offered a fixed term contract from 1st April 2026 - 30th September 2028. Research staff at King’s are entitled to at least 10 days per year (pro-rata) for professional development. This entitlement, from the Concordat to Support the Career Development of Researchers, applies to Postdocs, Research Assistants, Research and Teaching Technicians, Teaching Fellows and AEP equivalent up to and including grade 7. Visit the Centre for Research Staff Development for more information. Please note that we reserve the right to close this advert early if we receive a high volume of applications. About you: To be successful in this role, we are looking for candidates to have the following skills and experience: Essential criteria PhD or equivalent in a relevant discipline (e.g., biostatistics, computer science, clinical informatics, natural language processing). Proven experience in speech and language analysis, including acoustic feature extraction and/or natural language processing (NLP) techniques. Proficiency in data analysis and programming with languages such as Python or R. Experience handling and integrating large, complex datasets, including multimodal data Proven track record of writing and publishing scientific papers in high-impact journals. Desirable criteria Experience with Large Language Models (LLMs) or other foundational models applied to speech or text data Experience applying speech and language technology in mental health research, particularly in depression Familiarity with wearable technologies, including data cleaning and feature extraction Experience in grant writing and securing research funding. *Please note that for applicants currently undertaking a PhD and awaiting their results (thesis submitted), the appointment will be made at Grade 5, spine point 30 with the title of Research Assistant. Upon confirmation of the award of the PhD, the job title will become Research Associate and the salary will increase to Grade 6. Downloading a copy of our Job Description Full details of the role and the skills, knowledge and experience required can be found in the Job Description document, provided at the bottom of the page. This document will provide information of what criteria will be assessed at each stage of the recruitment process. Further information: We ask all candidates to submit a copy of their CV, and a supporting statement, detailing how they meet the essential criteria listed in the advert. If we receive a strong field of candidates, we may use the desirable criteria to choose our final shortlist, so please include your evidence against these where possible. To find out how our managers will review your application, please take a look at our ‘How we Recruit’ pages. Grade and Salary: £45,031 - £49,871 per annum, including London Weighting Allowance Job ID: 134105 Close Date: 11-Jan-2026 Contact Person: Nicholas Cummins Contact Details: nick.cummins@kcl.ac.uk