University of Maragheh

This is a rare opportunity for a scholar-leader of international standing to shape the direction of Aotearoa New Zealand's most influential research platform in food science and human nutrition. The Riddet Institute is a nationally designated Centre of Research Excellence (CoRE), internationally recognised for pioneering research that connects fundamental science with industry-relevant and globally impactful outcomes. Hosted by Massey University, the Riddet Institute operates through a high-trust, multi-institutional partnership model that brings together leading researchers across New Zealand's top universities and research organisations, alongside deep partnerships with government agencies and major international food companies. As Director, you will provide both scientific and executive leadership for the Institute and its CoRE mandate. You will shape long-term research direction, lead large-scale multi-partner programmes, and steward the successful renewal of the CoRE and the growth of government and industry investment. This role calls for a leader with the academic authority to unify disciplines, the credibility to influence funding and policy environments, and the confidence to represent the Institute on the global stage. The role is based in Palmerston North, New Zealand - home to the most concentrated food, agriculture and bioscience ecosystem in the Southern Hemisphere. The location enables unusually close integration between laboratories, pilot-scale facilities, industry partners and policymakers, while offering an exceptional quality of life that supports sustained leadership and legacy building. This appointment is a high-level professorial role for an academic with an internationally recognised research profile, a strong record of funding success and deep industry networks. You will be comfortable in business development - scientifically, strategically and reputationally - and motivated by the opportunity to shape not only an institute, but a field. This is more than a directorship. It is an opportunity to define a scientific agenda, influence global food systems and leave an enduring imprint through leadership, partnership and impact.

The School of Psychology, University of Southampton, is seeking to appoint three permanent lecturers in health, clinical or social psychology to grow our research and contribute to delivery of our undergraduate and postgraduate education. We are seeking applications from individuals whose expertise will help us build capacity as part of an ongoing programme of strategically focussed investment, aligned with our four research centres (https://www.southampton.ac.uk/research/areas/psychology). We particularly welcome applications from candidates whose research can contribute to one or more of our cross-centre thematic priorities in adult and child mental health (e.g., mood/anxiety disorders, neurodevelopmental conditions, psychosis), digital interventions and health technologies, and individual, relational, and collective self (e.g., personality and wellbeing, relationship processes and sexual behaviour, culture and intergroup relations). You will hold a doctorate in psychology or relevant discipline, be able to evidence excellence in research and teaching in the areas highlighted above commensurate with your level, and share our ambition to deliver high quality research, education, and training in psychological science. Successful applicants will benefit from working in a vibrant, world-leading, research intensive Russell Group university. The school provides an excellent environment for career development allowing for 40% research time on balanced (research and education) pathway contracts, and state-of-the-art research facilities that include: well-established clinical-academic links with NHS services, and purpose-built laboratories for psychometric testing, social interaction and behavioural observation, quantitative sensory testing, therapeutic intervention, psychopharmacology, and child/family studies. Specialist neuroscience facilities include 3T MRI, EEG, neurostimulation, eye-tracking, virtual reality labs as well as established links with the School of Biological Sciences, School of Medicine (Psychiatry, Clinical Neuroscience, Primary Care) and local/regional NHS neurological and rehabilitation services. Our strategic partnerships with schools, NHS Trusts, Government, charities and industry deliver world leading impact (REF2021) and attract significant grant income from all major research funders. The school also provides opportunities for the award of funds to support research activity including PhD studentships, networking, conference attendance and equipment/lab facilities, as well as regular active seminar programmes of invited external speakers in each research centre. Our BPS/HCPC accredited education provision spans both single and joint-honours UG and a range of PGT (including MSc Health and Clinical Psychology) and CPD courses. We also offer professional doctoral training programmes in Clinical (DClinPsy) and Educational DEdPsy) Psychology.  We are an ambitious, successful and growing School (Top 10 nationally; Guardian League Table 2025) providing a friendly, supportive and inclusive working environment located on the beautiful Highfield Campus at the University of Southampton. We strongly encourage applications from candidates from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic communities, people who identify as LGBTQ+ and people with disabilities. We recognise that employees may wish to have working patterns that fit with their caring responsibilities or work-life balance, including flexible and part-time working. Due consideration will be given to applicants who have had career breaks for reasons including maternity, paternity or adoption leave, disability or illness. The University of Southampton holds an Athena SWAN Silver Award.  For further details about the posts, you are invited to contact Professor Charles Leek (Head of Psychology: Charles.Leek@soton.ac.uk), Professor Lyn Ellett (Deputy Head of School Education: l.a.ellett@soton.ac.uk) or Professor Denis Drieghe (Deputy Head of School Research: D.Drieghe@soton.ac.uk).

Department/Location: Department of Public Policy (Bennett School of Public Policy) Reference: JB48228 Closing Date: 09 February 2026 The Board of Electors to the Professorship of Public Policy invites applications from candidates whose work falls within the field of public policy. We are looking for a successful and dynamic leader to join the senior leadership team in the newly established Bennett School of Public Policy (BSPP). This is an exciting, near-unique opportunity to join the leadership of a major international policy school at one of the world's top universities when it is in its infancy. The post-holder will play a leading role in teaching on the School's postgraduate courses and will make a significant contribution to research and research leadership in the new School. We are looking for a leader with an outstanding track record of research and teaching in any area of public policy and a commitment to policy engagement. We welcome applicants from different disciplinary backgrounds. The successful candidate will have an outstanding research record of international stature in public policy. They will hold a PhD or an equivalent postgraduate qualification. Standard professorial duties include teaching and research, examining, supervision, and administration. The Professor will be based in Cambridge. A competitive salary will be offered. To apply online for this vacancy and to view further information about the role, please visit: http://www.jobs.cam.ac.uk/job/53871. Enquiries about the application process should be directed to professorships@admin.cam.ac.uk. Applications consisting of a letter of application, a statement of current and future research plans, a curriculum vitae, and a publications list, along with details of three referees, should be made online no later than 9 February 2026. Informal enquiries may be directed to Professor Michael Kenny, mhk30@cam.ac.uk (Convenor of Board of Electors). Please quote reference JB48228 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy. The University actively supports equality, diversity, and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society. The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.