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Liverpool John Moores University (LJMU) is a distinctive, unique institution, rooted in the Liverpool City Region and with a global presence. Our students and staff, past, present, and future, are the beating heart of our city and can be found in every corner of every industry and community. We couldn’t exist anywhere else and have shaped the city in which we belong. Working with the people of Liverpool to improve lives and support communities is at the heart of why we were founded and why we exist today. The Faculty of Society and Culture is seeking a committed and student-centred Student Success Officer to join our dedicated Student Success Team. This frontline role is essential in supporting student engagement, continuation and progression, ensuring that all students have the opportunity to thrive during their time at LJMU. Working as part of a team, you will deliver timely, inclusive interventions for students identified as at risk of disengagement or withdrawal. You will provide one-to-one support, manage a caseload of student cases, and work closely with academic colleagues and specialist services to coordinate joined up support across the faculty. In line with service needs, this position has restricted scope for hybrid working. The responsibilities of the Student Success Officer require a regular onsite presence to ensure effective delivery of student support. You should be highly organised, able to manage a busy caseload, and confident in using electronic systems for case management. You will be experienced in providing student facing support, ideally within HE or FE and skilled at managing sensitive conversations, building rapport and maintaining professional boundaries. In return, we offer an excellent benefits package including generous annual leave entitlement, pension scheme, induction and development support as well as family-friendly policies. This is an exciting time to join the university as we deliver the LJMU Strategy 2030 and its vision of LJMU as an inclusive civic university transforming lives and futures, by placing students at the heart of everything we do. If you feel that this is the role you have been looking for and your skills and experience can make a real difference at LJMU, we look forward to hearing from you. LJMU is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds and communities irrespective of age, transgender status, disability, gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity and religion or belief.  All our appointments are made on merit. Please note all of our vacancies will be closed to applications at midnight on the advertised closing date, unless otherwise stated.

Postdoctoral Fellow Position Announcement School of Public Health, Taipei Medical University (Lab of Dr. Wei-Cheng Lo) Job Title Postdoctoral Fellow Affiliation School of Public Health, College of Public Health, Taipei Medical University (TMU) Work Location 10F, Biomedical Technology Building, No.301, Yuantong Rd., Zhonghe Dist., New Taipei City (Shuang-Ho Campus, Taipei Medical University) Research Overview The lab is led by Associate Professor, Dr. Wei-Cheng Lo (Nicholas). Our research mainly focuses on Burden of Disease estimation in Taiwan, as well as the long-term health impacts of lifestyle and environmental exposures. Using disease burden metrics as an integrated analytical framework, we apply comparative risk assessment, disease modeling, machine learning, and survival extrapolation methods to systematically quantify the long-term impacts of diverse health risks on population health and societal burden. Our goal is to strengthen the evidence base for health policy planning and evaluation. In recent years, the laboratory has led multiple externally funded research projects supported by national funding agencies, including the National Health Research Institutes (NHRI), the National Science and Technology Council (NSTC), the National Health Insurance Administration (NHIA), and the Health Promotion Administration (HPA). Key Responsibilities Conduct research projects funded by the NSTC and assist with additional assigned academic and administrative tasks. The laboratory maintains long-standing collaborations with the Taiwan Burden of Disease Center, the Institute of Epidemiology and Preventive Medicine at National Taiwan University (NTU), and the Institute of Statistical Science at Academia Sinica. The successful candidate will have opportunities to engage in cross-institutional research projects and participate in interdisciplinary academic discussions with collaborating scholars.   Working Hours Monday to Friday, standard 9-hour shift (including a 1-hour lunch break). Qualifications Ph.D. or Master’s degree in Public Health, Epidemiology, Biostatistics, or related medical/pharmaceutical fields. Proficiency in statistical software such as R, SAS, STATA, or Python. Experience analyzing large-scale databases (e.g., NHIRD, Biobank) is highly preferred. Strong interest and commitment to medical and public health research. Proactive, eager to learn, and able to work effectively in a team environment.   Salary and Benefits This postdoctoral research fellowship will be funded by the National Science and Technology Council (NSTC). Salary will follow NSTC’s approved pay scale. Starting salary may be adjusted based on academic qualifications and experience; candidates with extensive relevant experience may negotiate salary. Year-end and other bonuses, as well as additional benefits, are provided according to university regulations.   Application Method Interested candidates should submit the following materials via email: CV (including contact information), autobiography, degree certificate, thesis/publications, and other supporting documents. Email: jenny612010@gmail.com (Please specify "Application for Postdoctoral Fellow" in the subject line). Contact Person: Ms. Chih-Yu Liao (Jenny) Phone: 02-6620-2589 #16094   Selection Process Qualified candidates will be contacted via phone or email to schedule an interview. Candidates who do not meet the requirements will not receive separate notification. Additional Information The lab provides a supportive and dynamic working environment. Dr. Lo is approachable and highly committed to the career development of lab members. Research publication and continuous learning are actively encouraged, including participation in domestic and international conferences and professional training, with financial support provided within available resources.

Play a pivotal role in providing senior leadership for the Discipline's academic and research performance, strategy, and growth 3-year Fixed term contract for Associate Dean, Communication Design with underlying continuing role as Associate Professor or Professor, based at the City campus Salary Academic Level D ($170,080 - $187,373)/Level E ($219,084) + 17% Superannuation About the Role The Associate Dean, Communication Design is accountable for providing strategic and academic leadership and management, consistent with RMIT's strategic plans and objectives, to the discipline and for contributing at a senior level to the strategic planning and development of the School. The Associate Dean, Communication Design has a key role within the School providing academic leadership and strategic direction for a suite of programs that comprise a distinct academic discipline. They have both research and academic program leadership roles for that discipline. Associate Dean, Communication Design works closely with the Associate Dean, Leaning & Teaching and with the relevant discipline-related Program Managers to manage the development and renewal of the curriculum for courses in the area concerned. The position is responsible for assuring program and course quality and relevance within the University policies and external compliance requirements. To be successful for this position, you'll have: Strong leadership skills and experience in initiating, leading and managing academic teams and projects in a collegiate environment to deliver strategic objectives. Demonstrated understanding of University systems regarding budget management, quality maintenance and good governance. Demonstrated capacity to think strategically and to act tactically based on organisational priorities and objectives. Demonstrated high level of interpersonal, communication and negotiating skills including the ability to consult with senior executives, external bodies, produce executive reports, negotiate agreed directions, outcomes and targets within a collaborative environment. Please view position description for further selection criteria Qualifications Mandatory: PhD or demonstrated equivalence, combined with knowledge and achievements that meet the professorial criteria. Please Note: Appointment to this position is subject to passing a Working with Children and National Police Check. About the School The School of Design is a School comprised of the disciplines of Industrial Design, Digital Design (including Animation, Digital Media and Games) and Communication Design. The School builds on RMIT's leading national and international reputation in design education by creating a specific focus on emerging areas such service design, design strategy, virtual and augmented reality and AI. It comprises approximately 120 academic and 11 professional staff and over 3000 EFT undergraduate and postgraduate students with expectations of growth. For more information visit www.rmit.edu.au/about/schools-colleges/design To Apply Please submit your CV and covering letter and separate document 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 Jessica Bernardo (Senior Talent Acquisition Advisor) via email jessica.bernardo@rmit.edu.au. Position Description - Associate Dean, Communication Design Position Description - Professor, Communications Design Position Description - Associate Professor, Communications Design Applications close on Sunday 15th March at 11.59pm About RMIT University RMIT is a multi-sector university of technology, design and enterprise with more than 100,000 students and close to 12,000 staff globally. The University's mission is to help shape the world through research, innovation and engagement, and to create transformative experiences for students to prepare them for life and work. https://www.rmit.edu.au/about https://www.universitiesaustralia.edu.au/university/rmit-university Why work at RMIT University Our people make everything at the University possible. We encourage new approaches to work and learning, stimulating change to drive positive impact. Find out more about working at RMIT University, what we stand for and why we are an Employer of Choice. We want to attract those who will make a difference. View RMIT's impressive standings in university rankings. https://www.rmit.edu.au/about/facts-figures/reputation-and-rankings Bring Your Whole Self to Work We are better for our diversity. When we listen to those who are different to us, or challenge us, we grow stronger together. When we feel like we belong, we can achieve so much more. We respect each other, embrace our differences and build a sense of belonging in our team and beyond. We are proud that our dedication to diversity has been recognised by a broad spectrum of external organisations. Visit our Linkedin Life pages to learn more and see some of our most recent wins. RMIT has a strong dhumbali (commitment) to the employment, development and retention of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people within a culturally safe environment; we strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. 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. To discuss adjustment requirements, please contact Dani (Senior Talent Advisor), via talentsupport@rmit.edu.au or visit our Careers page for more contact information - https://www.rmit.edu.au/careers 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. We are a Circle Back Initiative Employer - we commit to respond to every applicant.