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Department: Department of Botany and Zoology – Faculty of Science Deadline: 28 May 2026 Start date: 1. 7. 2026 or negotiable Job type: part-time Job field: Project management, grants | Science and research | Education and schooling Bursar of the Faculty of Science, Masaryk University announces an open competition for the position: Project and scientific coordinator Workplace: Department of botany and zoology, Faculty of Science, Masaryk University, Czech Republic Type of Contract: temporary position with 1-year contract (with possible extension), non-academic Working Hours: 0,5 FTE (part-time employment of 20 hours per week) Expected Start Date: 1. 7. 2026 or negotiable with respect to immigration timelines for non EU candidates Number of Open Positions: 1 Pay: 19.000 CZK Application Deadline: 28. 5. 2026 About the Workplace Masaryk University is modern, dynamic and the most attractive university in the Czech Republic with ten faculties, more than 7 000 staff and 33 000 students, a wide range of research areas and a strong international position. We are the largest academic employer in the South Moravian Region. Faculty of Science MU, a holder of the HR Excellence in Research Award by the European Commission, is a research-oriented faculty, offering university education (Bachelor’s, Master’s, and Doctoral degree programs) closely linked to both primary and applied research and high school teaching of the following sciences: Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and Earth sciences. We are the most productive scientific unit of the Masaryk University generating around 40 % of MU research results. Department of Botany and Zoology at the Faculty of Science, Masaryk University, is a modern scientific research and educational center specializing in the biosystematic, ecological, and evolutionary aspects of nature. It brings together leading experts from various biological disciplines and provides a base for interdisciplinary research, international cooperation, and high-quality teaching for students at all levels of study. Job Description: Key Duties: Independent and teamwork in the field of fish ecology and parasitology. Participation in the implementation of research projects. Ensuring and coordinating communication with cooperating institutions. Organization and logistics of field trips and experiments. Management of scientific data sets and basic data evaluation. Independent work with scientific literature for the organization and implementation of research tasks. Skills and Qualifications: The applicant must have: Completed university education, specifically PhD degree in biology or related fields. Expertise in fish parasitology. Previous experience with logistics and organization of field and experimental studies in the field of fish ecology and parasitology. Previous experience with data management and laboratory environment management. Previous experience with searching for scientific literature and preparing scientific materials for the team. Advanced communication and organizational skills. Informal inquiries about the position can be sent to prof. Andrea Vetešníková Šimková, email: simkova@sci.muni.cz. We Offer: Access to attractive projects in the field of fish evolution, ecology and parasitology. The facilities of Masaryk University's prestigious workplace. A stimulating and friendly working environment in an interdisciplinary team. Opportunities for professional growth and involvement in international projects. An interesting job in a dynamically-expanding university area. Flexible working hours and occasional home office to support personal needs in family and career compatibility. Employee benefits such as 6 weeks of paid vacation per year, pension insurance contribution/long-term investment product/nursery/children´s group allowance, a financial meal allowance, Multisport card, psychological counselling, vaccinations free of charge, discounted language courses, exclusive mobile tariff offer by Vodafone, childcare groups at Campus and Komenského náměstí). Opportunity to work and live in a modern and dynamic city (for more information on costs of living, you can refer to Numbeo). Welcome Office provides support with your relocation to Brno. Application Process: The application shall be submitted online by 28. 5. 2026 via an e-application, please find the reference to the e-application in the beginning and end of the advertisement. The candidate shall provide following: CV. Cover letter describing candidate's research interest and experience. Summary of research outputs and publications. Names and contact details of at least 2 references. After submitting your application successfully, you will receive an automatic confirmation email from jobs.muni.cz. Selection Process Received applications will be considered carefully in line with principles of the EU Charter and Code for Researchers. Selection criteria: (i) meeting qualification requirements described above, (ii) all required documents provided. Shortlisted candidates will be invited for a personal or online interview. The Faculty Recruitment Policy (OTM-R) can be seen here. Faculty of Science, Masaryk University is an equal opportunity employer. We support diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Visit our Career page. We are looking forward to hearing from you!

Base Salary starting from $89,755 + 17% superannuation. Full time, fixed term 2.5 years. Exciting opportunity for Research Assistant to join the Centre for Heart Failure and Diseases of the Aorta - a flagship partnership between the University of Sydney, The Baird Institute and the Royal Prince Alfred Hospital. Laboratory is located within the award-winning Charles Perkins Centre and is part of the internationally-recognised School of Medical Sciences, Faculty of Medicine and Health, University of Sydney. About the opportunity We are seeking a Research Assistant to join our cardiovascular regeneration team and contribute to the development of therapies that aim to reverse heart failure and damaged arteries. The role involves supporting data collection and analysis, managing research documentation, and working collaboratively with researchers and stakeholders to ensure efficient delivery of research outcomes. Supervisory team Dr Robert Hume (Cardiovascular Regeneration, Lead of Translational Research, Lecturer) Professor Sean Lal (Clinical Academic Cardiologist, Professor of Medicine and Medical Sciences) Prof Paul Bannon (Cardiothoracic Surgeon and Professor of Cardiothoracic Surgery) Prof John O'Sullivan (Clinical Academic Cardiologist, Professor of Cardiometabolic Medicine) Your key responsibilities will be to: contribute to the design and development of research protocols, ensuring timely execution of research activities follow guidance on research regulations, policies and procedures, ensuring projects align with standards assist with data collection and analysis, ensuring exceptional data quality and accuracy collaborate with researchers and affiliated partners to share findings and progress manage documentation processes for research publications and maintain comprehensive research records facilitate communication with a broad range of stakeholders, addressing concerns and strengthening collaboration support health and safety initiatives, coordinate safety activities and identify areas for improvement undertake other duties appropriate within the classification level as required. About you tertiary qualifications in a relevant field or an equivalent combination of relevant training and experience experience conducting scientific literature searches and managing research data experience working in a research-intensive environment and in the higher education sector experience managing, reporting and disseminating research data experience calculating and preparing reagents for wet laboratory experiments skills in data analysis, organisation and time management, attention to detail, research software, computer literacy, communication and an emphasis on strong teamwork motivated individual, passionate about developing treatments to help patients suffering from life-threatening diseases maintains quality, standards and excellence in any research activities and output contributes to a positive workplace culture in which diversity of thought, contribution, collaboration, excellence and achieving outcomes are valued and enabled interacts with students, staff and other members of the University community in a professional, collegial and respectful manner experience with mammalian cell culture, flow cytometry and molecular biology techniques. Desirable (but non-essential) skills background in cardiovascular development/disease, biomedical engineering or pharmacology cell culture experience with induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs) experience with immunofluorescence and microscopy. Pre-employment checks Your employment is conditional upon the successful completion of all pre-employment or background checks required for the role in terms satisfactory to the University. Also, to meet the University's obligations under the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Eliminate Gender-Based Violence you will be asked to declare if you have been investigated for, or found to engaged in, sexual harm or gender-based violence in the course of previous employment or in a legal process. 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 LGBTIQ+. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds. We are proud to be recognised as an Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) Gold 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, Ajaypal Singh, Recruitment Operations by email to ajaypal.singh@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 Thursday 21 May 2026 11:59 PM

Ref.: 536304 Work type: Full-time Department: Department of Mechanical Engineering (14500) Categories: Professoriate Staff Applications are invited for appointment as Tenure-Track Associate Professor/Assistant Professor of Microelectronics in the Department of Mechanical Engineering (Ref.: 536304), to commence as soon as possible, on a three-year fixed-term basis, with the possibility of renewal and consideration for tenure before the expiry of a second three-year fixed-term contract. The Department of Mechanical Engineering offers B.Eng., M.Sc., M.Phil. and Ph.D. degree programmes. The University of Hong Kong has a highly ranked engineering school and an active Mechanical Engineering Programme. The Department employs about 35 full-time faculty members and has well-equipped teaching and research facilities and support. The research environment is vibrant. Frontier research efforts are promoted and conducted in strategic areas related to this post, including but not limited to micro/nanofabrication, electronic/photonic materials and devices, advanced manufacturing, electrochemical engineering, micro/nano mechanics, and intelligent robotic systems. Information about the Department can be obtained at http://www.mech.hku.hk. Advanced microelectronics plays a critical role in driving innovation and technological advancements across various industries and is the foundation of today’s interconnected world. We are particularly interested in candidates who have expertise in advanced micro/nanofabrication processes, such as nanolithography, advanced thin film deposition and etching, etc.; 3D integrated circuits, such as heterogeneous integration, high-density interconnects, wafer bonding, thermal management, etc.; advanced packaging technologies, such as system-in-package, flip-chip packaging, etc. Applicants should possess a Ph.D. degree in a related engineering field, with an excellent research record. Candidates with industry experience or strong connections to the industry are preferred. The appointee is expected to conduct frontier research in next-generation microelectronics technology, deliver high-quality teaching to undergraduate and postgraduate students, engage in knowledge transfer activities, and provide administrative support to the University/Faculty/Department. He/She will also engage in unparalleled opportunities to interact with industrial partners and help reshape and elevate the microelectronics industry in one of the world’s fastest-growing regions. A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered, in addition to annual leave and medical benefits. At current rates, salaries tax does not exceed 15% of gross income. The appointment will attract a contract-end gratuity and University contribution to a retirement benefits scheme, totalling up to 15% of basic salary. Housing benefits will be provided as applicable. The University only accepts online application for the above post. Applicants should apply online at the University’s careers site (https://jobs.hku.hk) and upload an up-to-date C.V., a research statement and a teaching statement. Review of applications will start as soon as possible and continue until December 30, 2026 or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier. The University is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to equality, ethics, inclusivity, diversity and transparency