University of California, Riverside

The Role and the Department A newly created role within the University Finance Team, for a Senior FP&A Manager, responsible for the timely preparation of Budgets and Forecasts at a Consolidated level, covering Income and Expenditure, Balance Sheet and Cashflow Reporting. Prerequisites of the role include forecasting accuracy through robust processes which evaluate and appraise key management information and ensuring data integrity. This position is key to delivering Financial Insight through visual representation and supporting the Universities long term financial ambition of delivering self-serving stakeholder solutions. The role sits within the Financial, Planning and Reporting (FP&R) Team, reporting into the Head of FP&A and working alongside the Reporting Manager and Reporting Analyst, who will provide essential guidance and support to achieve set objectives. Critically, attention will be given to Balance Sheet and Cashflow scenario planning through sensitivity drivers to mitigate financial risk. Other duties will include the execution of improved financial processes, management of the FP&R Calendar and associated tasks with targeted deadlines, analytical solutions, standardising university wide financial templates and stakeholder engagement. This is a role that will realise financial creativity through enhanced financial insight to aid decision making. The Senior FP&A Manager is a collaborative role with touch points across all Finance disciplines; the role is challenging yet rewarding and an opportunity to create best in practice financial solutions. Culturally, the Finance team benefits from a hybrid working model (40% office based per week) with flexible working arrangements that promotes employee well-being and work life balance in a centre for excellence. The base location for this role is Boldon House, our exciting professional services hub. Boldon House is situated on the outskirts of Durham near the Arnison Centre in Pity Me. Boldon House brings together a range of professional service teams together in a modern, vibrant office environment. To find out more, visit the project webpage:. Further information about the role and the responsibilities is at the bottom of this job description.

Step into a role where cutting-edge research meets real-world impact Full-time, fixed term (12-month) position at our Hawthorn campus Academic Level B salary + 17% super and staff benefits About the Opportunity Join Swinburne’s High Temperature Processing Group and contribute to a major HILT CRC-funded project focused on de-risking flash reduction of Australian iron ores. This is a hands-on research role where you’ll work on cutting-edge, low-emissions ironmaking technologies alongside leading researchers and industry partners. At Swinburne, you’ll join a globally connected university known for research excellence, strong industry partnerships, and a commitment to innovation. This role offers: The chance to work on a nationally significant, industry-funded project  Access to state-of-the-art facilities and equipment  Collaboration with leading researchers and industry experts  A supportive and inclusive research environment About the Role As a Research Fellow, you will play a key role in designing and delivering experimental and analytical research activities. You’ll apply your expertise in high-temperature processes to generate insights that support the development and de-risking of next-generation ironmaking technologies. Working closely with Project Leader Dr. Shabnam Sabah and Deputy Leader Professor Geoffrey Brooks, you’ll also collaborate with a vibrant cohort of researchers and PhD candidates, as well as external stakeholders across academia and industry. Key Responsibilities Lead and contribute to experimental research in high-temperature processing of iron ores  Conduct advanced laboratory testing and analysis  Interpret results using chemical thermodynamics and modelling tools  Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across Swinburne and partner organisations  Contribute to publications, reports, and stakeholder engagement activities About You You are a driven and curious researcher with a passion for metallurgical innovation and applied engineering. You thrive in collaborative environments and are motivated by research that delivers tangible industry impact. Engineering experience, ideally within the iron or steel industry  Strong hands-on experience with high-temperature laboratory testing  Proficiency in materials characterisation techniques such as XRD and SEM  Familiarity with chemical thermodynamic analysis software  Experience working in higher education or within a large, complex organisation (desirable) If you’re looking to advance your research career while contributing to the future of sustainable ironmaking, we’d love to hear from you. Qualifications A PhD in Metallurgical Engineering, Materials Science, or a closely related field About Swinburne University of Technology Swinburne’s strategy draws upon our understanding of future challenges. We choose to build Swinburne as the prototype of a new and different university – one that is truly of Technology, of Innovation and of Entrepreneurship. We are committed to a differentiated university proposition in education and research. Our Ad Astra strategy is the cornerstone of Swinburne’s bold ambition to lead globally in technology-driven education and research. This strategy positions us to create transformative solutions, empower learners, and partner with industry to thrive in an ever-changing world. What We Offer You! Work your way with flexible working arrangements, including hybrid options and generous parental leave to support a balanced lifestyle.  Exclusive staff discounts, including discounted Medibank health insurance, 50% off Swinburne courses and other partner offers. Swinburne offers 17% super and salary packaging options, including car leasing and extra super contributions. Want to learn more? Head over to our benefits page! To Apply  Please submit your CV and cover letter addressing the Key Selection Criteria and your suitability for this position. To review the Position Description and to apply, please scroll down to the bottom of the page. If you are viewing this advert from an external site, please click ‘apply’ and you will be redirected to Swinburne’s Jobs website to access the Position Description at the bottom of the page. Please Note: Appointment to this position is subject to passing a Working with Children Check. If you are experiencing technical difficulties with your application, please contact the Talent Acquisition team at talentacquisition@swin.edu.au  Applications Close: Sunday 7 June 2026, at 11.00pm Swinburne offers flexible working options contained in our leave and parenting/carer policies to support work-life balance. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Swinburne has become a world-class university, driving social and economic impacts through science, technology, and innovation. As a dual-sector university, our vision is for people and technology working together to build a better world. Central to our vision is our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We pride ourselves on being an equal opportunity employer focused on attracting, retaining, and developing great talent. We work to remove barriers related to gender identity, culture, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, and age. We strongly encourage applicants from diverse Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. Our Moondani Toombadool Centre leads our Indigenous education and culture at Swinburne, guided by community wisdom and leadership. We support applicants with disabilities, and reasonable adjustments can be requested at any stage of the recruitment process. For reasonable adjustment requests - including accessible formats of the position description, application form, or other documents, please contact talentacquisition@swin.edu.au or call +61 3 9214 3550. Please note: this phone number is for disability and reasonable adjustment enquiries only. General enquiries about the role can also be emailed to talentacquisition@swin.edu.au. Victoria’s Commitment to Action: Improving international student employment outcomes. As a signatory to Victoria’s Commitment to Action, Swinburne seeks to remove barriers to international graduate employment. We welcome and encourage applications from international graduates. As a Circle Back Initiative Employer, we commit to responding to every applicant. #LI-SW Please click here for Position Description How to apply: Start your application by clicking the "begin" button. Login to an existing account or reset your password View our FAQ section View Hints & Tips to help with your application Preview Application Form By choosing to continue, you agree to the privacy policy. Show Privacy Policy

The University of Helsinki, Faculty of Humanities invites applications for the position of UNIVERSITY LECTURER IN JAPANESE STUDIES for a permanent appointment from 1 January 2027, or as agreed. The Faculty of Humanities carries out research and teaching on Japanese culture, history and society as well as the Japanese language. The successful candidate will be a Japanese studies scholar with broad-based expertise. They must have a proven track record in key areas of Japanese studies, such as contemporary society, politics, contemporary history and culture. The appointee’s research and teaching are expected to incorporate a transnational perspective, placing Japan in a wider regional and global context. The position is in the Department of Cultures. The appointee’s duties will include teaching in accordance with degree requirements at all levels of undergraduate and postgraduate study, as well as the supervision and examination of theses in Finnish, English and Swedish. Duties requiring strong collaboration skills include participating in the planning and development of teaching with other staff members in the department, degree programmes and disciplines. We also expect that the applicant will collaborate with teachers from other Faculty departments in developing teaching. Moreover, the university lecturer in Japanese studies will conduct research in Japanese studies and actively support developing the field in general. In addition, the appointee is expected to actively apply for external research funding and to participate in the department’s and faculty’s administrative tasks related to teaching, research, and societal impact. APPOINTMENT CRITERIA According to the University of Helsinki Regulations, an appointee to a university lectureship must hold an applicable doctoral degree and be capable of providing high-quality, research-based teaching and supervising theses. The assessment of applicant merits considers scholarly publications and other research outputs of scholarly value, teaching experience, pedagogical training, the ability to produce learning materials and other teaching merits. Demonstrable research and teaching experience in Japanese studies is expected. Pursuant to the Government Decree on Universities (770/2009), appointees to teaching and research positions at the University must be proficient in the language in which they provide instruction, i.e., Finnish or Swedish. The language of instruction in this position is Finnish. To successfully attend to the duties of the position, the appointee must also have satisfactory skills in Swedish and good skills in English and Japanese. Applicants from a different language background or who have not been educated in Finnish or Swedish may be exempted from the requirement for Swedish skills without a separate application. Further information on language skills and the demonstration of language proficiency is available on the University website. SALARY We offer the opportunity to work in an inspiring, international and multidisciplinary environment. The salary will be based on levels 6–7 of the job requirement scheme for teaching and research personnel in the salary system of Finnish universities. In addition, the appointee will be paid a salary component based on personal work performance. The appointee’s gross monthly salary will range average from about €4,500 to €4,900, depending on their merits and experience. The position includes a six-month trial period. The University of Helsinki provides a range of staff benefits, including occupational health services, professional development opportunities, assistance with research project applications, and access to library and fitness facilities. Read more about career opportunities and benefits on our website. HOW TO APPLY Applications, together with the required attachments, must be submitted through the University of Helsinki electronic recruitment system by clicking the link below. Current employees of the University of Helsinki must submit their applications through the SAP Fiori portal. Applicants are requested to enclose with their applications the following documents as a single PDF file (see instructions): A concise cover letter A curriculum vitae A report (max. 5 pages) on the applicant’s teaching expertise and experience An informal report (max. 3 pages) on the applicant’s scholarly activities, including success in obtaining research funding and specialisation in Japanese studies A list of publications All the above documents must be submitted in Finnish or English. Applicants should be aware that, after the application period closes, the appointment committee will invite the shortlisted candidates to attend an interview and to deliver a teaching demonstration. The application deadline is 31st May 2026 (23:59 PM). FURTHER INFORMATION Further information about the position is available from Department Head Antti Korpisaari (antti.korpisaari@helsinki.fi). For enquiries about the recruitment process, please contact HR Specialist Harri Hamara (harri.hamara@helsinki.fi). Read more about the University of Helsinki as an employer.