University of Maryland, College Park
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Founded in 1856, the University of Maryland is a public research university and the largest university in the Washington Metropolitan Area. The university has close funding and institutional links to the capital – receiving research funding from the National Institutes of Health, the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (Nasa), the National Institute of Standards and Technology and the Department of Homeland Security.
It belongs to the Big Ten Conference, one of the oldest collegiate athletic conferences in the United States that includes the flagship public university in each of 11 states stretching from New Jersey to Nebraska. The membership also places the university within the Committee of Institutional Cooperation, an academic consortium of Big Ten universities and the University of Chicago, whose members generated more than $10 billion in research expenditure in 2012.
The 1,250 acre campus, which started out as the 428 acres of an old sugar plantation, has redbrick Georgian buildings, a large central lawn called McKeldin Mall, and enough plants and trees to be designated a botanical garden. Morrill Hall, built in the 1890s, is the oldest structure still in use today.
Almost 40,000 students on one of either 100 undergraduate majors and 120 graduate programmes join a number of notable alumni, including House Minority Whip Steny Hoyer, Google co-founder Sergey Brin, The Muppets creator Jim Henson, The Wire creator David Simon and Seinfeld co-creator Larry David.
Nobel prizewinners are also among the staff, with John C. Mather, a Nasa researcher and physics professor, sharing the Nobel Prize in Physics in 2006 and Thomas C. Schelling sharing the Nobel Prize for Economics in 2005 – with two more faculty staff and two alumni being awarded in the past century.
The college’s future was not always secured, and indeed the institution went bankrupt from 1864 to 1866 before reopening a year later with 11 students. The first woman earned her bachelor’s degree in 1919, and the first African American student graduated in 1952.
The University of Maryland also hosts one of the largest communities of language scientists in North America, including more than 200 faculty, researchers and graduate students, who collectively comprise the Maryland Language Science Center.
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- Student gender ratio
- 50 F : 50 M (1)
- International student percentage
- 10% (1)
- Students per staff
- 16.3 (1)
- Student total
- 33483 (1)
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Singapore Institute of Technology (SIT)
Singapore
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Singapore
FACULTY POSITIONS (AT ALL LEVELS) IN COMPUTER SCIENCE, COMPUTER ENGINEEERING AND INFORMATION SECURITY The Singapore Institute of Technology (SIT) is Singapore’s first University of Applied Learning, offering industry-relevant degree programmes that prepare its graduates to be work- and future-ready professionals. Its mission is to maximise the potential of its learners and to innovate with industry, through an integrated applied learning and research approach, so as to contribute to the economy and society. The university’s unique pedagogy integrates work and study, embracing authentic learning in a real-world environment through collaborations with key strategic partners. Its focus on applied research with business impact is aimed at helping industry innovate and grow. Targeted to be ready in 2024, SIT’s centralised campus within the larger Punggol Digital District will feature a vibrant learning environment where academia and industry will be tightly integrated with the community. SIT espouses an applied learning approach and offers degrees with a strong focus on science and technology. Our faculty work closely with industry on translational research and innovation, as well as provide consultancy on solutions to industry challenges. This well-established nexus with industry endows our graduates with deep skills and work-ready training experience – attuning them to the needs and demands of the future economy. SIT is also establishing strategic live test beds known as ‘Living Labs’ both within and beyond its upcoming Punggol campus to support greater experiential learning and strengthen its applied research offerings. The university’s pool of ICT experts works with multi-disciplinary teams to drive the horizontal tech enablers required to support SIT’s strategic translational research. As a young university, we encourage innovation and seek the right candidates to join us in realising our vision. We offer competitive remuneration, generous employment benefits, access to funding to undertake research of relevance to industry, and opportunities to inspire and nurture the next generation of skilled and work-ready graduates. We currently have positions available at all levels, from Lecturer to Full Professor, in the following areas: Information Security: Mobile/distributed systems security, Cyber Physical Systems security, security analytics, digital forensics, vulnerability assessment, malware analysis and defence, Privacy-enhancing technologies, AI security. Computer Science and Software Engineering: SDLC, requirement analysis, design, testing, optimisation, analysis, simulation, database, computer graphics, distributed systems, computer vision, video analytics Emerging Fields: IIoT, computational fintech, robot-human interaction, Trustworthy AI, Explainable AI, Large Language Models, Quantum Computing. We have established research teams in operational cybersecurity, AR/VR/HCI and immersive technologies, future transportation solutions, AI, future communications/5G, BCI and embedded systems. We welcome candidates who can complement or strengthen these areas. Successful candidates will join the Infocomm Technology (ICT) Cluster (one of five academic clusters in SIT) as members of a team of accomplished experts who are passionate about higher education and deeply involved in industry transformation through applied research programmes. Faculty in the ICT Cluster undertake funded industry-relevant research, teach courses in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Security and Software Engineering, as well as supervise graduate industry masters and doctorate students in relevant topics. They are also provided with paid leave to undertake consultancy work with industry and/or spend time attached with industry. We will prioritise collegial and team-spirited candidates with an earned PhD in a related discipline from a reputable university, plus relevant work experience or experience of industry-linked applied research projects. Applications will be accepted until the positions are filled. All applications must be submitted electronically via the "Apply Now" button below.
Salary
Competitive
Posted
2 Apr 2026
Information Systems Specialist
University of Helsinki
Finland, Helsingfors (Helsinki)
University of Helsinki
Finland, Helsingfors (Helsinki)
The Faculty of Social Sciences at the University of Helsinki invites applications for the position of INFORMATION SYSTEMS SPECIALIST for a fixed-term appointment from 11 May, 2026 to 31 March, 2027, or as agreed. We seek an information systems specialist to join the ReliaCode project at the University of Helsinki. Our aim is to make LLMs usable in organisational settings with high reliability requirements, especially for reasoning about complex document collections. We’re building methods to make it easier to tell when LLM outputs can’t be trusted, and to improve systems efficiently from limited human feedback. The work is part of an early-stage initiative based in a university environment, with secured funding and a strong focus on real-world impact through pilot collaborations with organizations. The goal is to iteratively develop a product that could evolve either into a general-purpose platform for unstructured data processing or a focused solution in a specific domain. This role offers a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of research and product, and to help shape the technical direction of a potential startup from the ground up. We are offering a year-long full-time contract with the possibility of continuing afterwards in a potential spin-out company. We are particularly looking for candidates with: Strong Python and software engineering skills Hands-on experience using LLMs in applications, especially with multiple model calls and high reliability requirements Experience evaluating LLM systems, including designing benchmarks and using evaluation signals to identify failures and improve system performance Familiarity with practical ML approaches for ranking or classification with noisy or limited signals Comfort working independently in an early-stage project and taking ownership of open-ended problems The following are seen as advanteges but not necessary: Experience working with unstructured data sources (e.g. documents, long-form text) Familiarity with machine learning or NLP, particularly in areas such as information extraction or human-in-the-loop systems Some experience building and maintaining applications used by others Familiarity with standard software engineering practices (e.g. version control, code review, testing, iterative development) What we offer The University of Helsinki is an equal opportunity employer and offers an attractive and diverse workplace with a variety of development opportunities and benefits. The monthly gross salary range will be approx. €3,900 – €4,700, depending on the appointee’s qualifications and experience. Further information can be obtained online. The employment contract will include a probationary period of six months. The appointee is expected to reside in Finland while employed by the University of Helsinki. How to apply Please submit your application through the University of Helsinki Recruitment System via the link "Apply now" (“Hae nyt”). Use your current email address to register to the Recruitment System. Only applicants who are currently employed by the University of Helsinki are requested to submit their application via the link “Employee login”. The closing date for applications is 20 April, 2026. Further information Further information about the position can be obtained from university researcher Aleksi Knuutila, aleksi.knuutila@helsinki.fi. A diverse and equitable study and work culture is important to us. That is why we do our best to promote an inclusive university community. We encourage all qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply for our positions. Click this link to read about accessibility and inclusivity at our University. JOIN US TO BUILD A BETTER WORLD – TOGETHER! #HelsinkiUniCareers
Salary
€3,900 – €4,700
Posted
2 Apr 2026
Postdoctoral Researchers in Quantum Technology
Aalto University
Finland
Aalto University
Finland
Aalto University is where science and art meet technology and business. We shape a sustainable future by making research breakthroughs in and across our disciplines, sparking the game changers of tomorrow and creating novel solutions to major global challenges. Our community is made up of 16 000 students and 5 200 employees, including 446 professors. Our campus is in Espoo, Greater Helsinki, Finland. Diversity is part of who we are, and we actively work to ensure our community’s diversity and inclusiveness. This is why we warmly encourage qualified candidates from all backgrounds to join our community. Call for Proposals: Two Postdoctoral Positions in Quantum Technology The Finnish Ministry of Education and Culture has announced additional support for national doctoral education pilot in quantum technology (QDOC) aimed at postdoc recruitments. The focus is on supporting the training and supervision of the 90 doctoral students who are currently enrolled under QDOC across Finland. QDOC team invites applications for two postdoctoral positions that combines research with the development and delivery of a course or training module aimed at QDOC students nationally. The duration for each position is one year, with the possibility of extension for an additional year. While the positions are formally hosted at Aalto University, the employee may, at their own discretion, pursue a visitor agreement with a QDOC host university, subject to agreement by Aalto University and the host university of the visit. Applicants should include a brief plan for potential visits in their application. We are open to research backgrounds in both academic and industrial environments. Your role and goals The postdoc must develop and deliver a course or training activity equivalent to 5 ECTS credits, targeted at QDOC students nationally, during the funding period. The course or activity focus may be technical (e.g. quantum science and technology, methods etc.) or general (e.g. scientific communication, supervision, entrepreneurship etc.). Co-supervision of QDOC students within the funding period is considered an advantage. We expect the candidates to have: Completed a PhD degree in a field complementary to the goals of QDOC. The candidate must show evidence of good written and oral communication skills in English. What we offer The positions are hosted at Aalto University under full-time employment agreement. The postdoc contracts will initially be made for 1 year. Employees could work remotely according to Aalto University’s remote work policy. Aalto University follows the salary system of Finnish universities. The salary ranges for a postdoc from 4138 € to 4549 € per month, depending on previous experience. The contract includes Aalto University occupational healthcare. Join us! The deadline for applications is 10.05.2026. To apply for the position, please submit your application including the attachments mentioned below as one single PDF document (max 2 pages) in English through our online recruitment system by clicking “Apply now!” button in our web page. Brief CV of applicant and research focus (max 1 page). Course or training activity concept with a short description of its contents and format (max 1 page). Role of applicant in co-supervision of QDOC students (if any). Please note: Aalto University’s employees should apply for the position via our internal HR system Workday (Internal Jobs) by using their existing Workday user account (not via the external webpage for open positions). If you are a student or visitor at Aalto University, please apply with your personal email address (not aalto.fi) via Aalto University open positions For more information about the role, please contact QDOC Director Prof. Adam Foster adam.foster@aalto.fi and Finnish Quantum Flagship Manager Dr. Mahdi Moghaddam mahdi.moghaddam@aalto.fi. For additional information on the application process contact Minni Forss, HR Advisor minni.forss@aalto.fi. We will go through applications, and we may invite suitable candidates to interview already during the application period. We aim for a prompt evaluation process, with both positions expected to begin on 01.06.2026. More about Aalto University: Aalto.fi youtube.com/user/aaltouniversity linkedin.com/school/aalto-university/ www.facebook.com/aaltouniversity instagram.com/aaltouniversity To view information about Workday Accessibility, please click here. Please see more of our Open Positions here.
Salary
4138 € to 4549 € per month
Posted
2 Apr 2026
Lecturer in Clinical Exercise Physiology
University of the Highlands and Islands
Australia, Brisbane
University of the Highlands and Islands
Australia, Brisbane
School of Health | UniSC Sunshine Coast, Sippy Downs Part-time (80% FTE / 29 hrs per week), fixed-term appointment for 9 months (parental leave backfill) Academic Level B - $118,481 - $140,567 p.a., plus up to 17% employer superannuation The School of Heath (SOH) Where Passion Meets Impact - Join the School of Health! Are you eager to make a difference in health education and research? Join our dedicated team of researchers and educators at the School of Health (SOH). We have a strong focus on cultivating healthy minds, bodies, and environments through our teaching, research, and outreach efforts. With a purpose that extends regionally and impacts globally, we are committed to advancing knowledge in the health sector and improving the well-being of our communities. Together, let's create healthier communities now and for the generations to come. The Opportunity Shape the next generation of clinical exercise physiologists in this teaching-focused role at UniSC. You will deliver engaging, high-quality learning experiences while drawing on your clinical expertise to create meaningful, real-world connections for students. With a strong background in clinical exercise physiology, you will also build productive industry and community partnerships that enhance student outcomes and contribute to community impact. We are particularly interested in candidates with teaching expertise in exercise for musculoskeletal conditions, exercise oncology, diverse populations, or multi-morbidity and complex case management. For more information please visit us online: School of Health You will: Deliver high-quality, contemporary teaching through curriculum design, innovative delivery, student support, and effective assessment practices; Maintain discipline expertise and continuously improve teaching through scholarship, professional development, and use of learning technologies; Contribute to research by developing expertise, participating in projects, publishing outcomes, and supporting grant activity; Build and maintain strong industry, community, and academic partnerships to enhance learning, research, and broader engagement; and Foster a positive, inclusive, and high-performing academic environment while contributing to university service and administrative activities. About you: You are an engaging, student-focused academic with experience teaching and supervising students in exercise science or clinical exercise physiology. You demonstrate a strong record of effective teaching, evidenced by positive student outcomes and your ability to design and deliver contemporary, high-quality curricula. You bring research experience through publications, collaboration within research teams, and involvement in student supervision. You maintain strong connections with industry and community partners and actively contribute to professional engagement in the field. Your collaborative and collegial approach supports a positive academic culture, and you are committed to enhancing student success and learning outcomes. You will possess: Completion or near-completion of a doctoral qualification in a relevant field or equivalent accreditation and standing; Current accreditation as an Exercise Physiologist with Exercise and Sports Science Australia (ESSA); Experience in developing, managing and supervising student practicums for exercise science and clinical exercise physiology; Effectiveness as a teacher, which is evidenced by: student feedback on teaching using valid instrument/s, peer review and/or student outcomes, and the capacity to conceive, develop and deliver higher education curricula and contribute to relevant areas of teaching. Evidence of research experience, including for example, refereed publications; participation in research teams; co-supervision of candidates for honours and higher degrees by research; Membership of and sound connections with relevant professional bodies and community groups and/or in professional practice; Evidence of participation in academic development activities and the desire to continue to learn and improve as an effective academic; and Experience undertaking academic administrative functions, e.g. course coordination, within a University. Don't meet every requirement? At UniSC, we understand that your work and life experiences can be just as valuable. If you're excited about this role but your CV doesn't align perfectly with our position description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or one of our many other opportunities. UniSC is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, including those with disabilities, women in STEM, First Nations Peoples, and individuals of diverse cultures, genders, abilities, and experiences. We value achievement relative to opportunity and encourage your commentary on your achievements in this context. For additional support during the application process, please contact us at unisc-careers@usc.edu.au or call +61 7 5430 2830. Position description: 494332 - Lecturer Clinical Exercise Physiology.pdf UniSC values a diverse and talented workforce and invites applications from candidates who already have legal work rights in Australia. All applications must be lodged through our website. Applications for this position close midnight, Tuesday 21 April 2026. Your completed application must include: a resume, and a response to selection criteria. Noting that within the application form, we will request a statement addressing each of the selection criteria contained within the position description. Further information regarding how to prepare your application is available on our website: Join our team UniSC does not accept unsolicited applications. For agency inquiries, contact unisc-careers@usc.edu.au We would love the opportunity to get to know you better, but we know it works both ways. To get to know a little more about us, visit us at: Welcome to UniSC and LinkedIn Life Have questions or want to know more? For a confidential discussion, please contact: Professor Belinda ParmenterDiscipline Lead, Sports & Exercise Science - School of HealthTelephone: 07 5456 5360Email: bparmenter@usc.edu.au Discover UniSC We're all about doing work that matters, connecting with great people, and being part of an incredible journey. We’re not the biggest university. But we’re growing every day, and doing big things. Like ground-breaking research, championing sustainability, producing gold-winning athletes and award-winning alumni. We're one of the fastest growing universities in Australia, growing to over 2,000 people across 5 campuses in South East Queensland and a growing footprint in major capital cities. Teaching excellence is at the heart of what we do, and our commitment to sustainability is integrated into our teaching, research, and daily operations. According to the latest Good Universities Guide, UniSC has five star ratings in key areas including teaching quality, overall educational experience, learning resources, skills development, social equity, and student support, ranking us among the top public universities nationally for student satisfaction. Our research tackles the most pressing challenges of our time, with 13 fields ranked well above world standard in the Excellence in Research for Australia (ERA) rankings. Globally, UniSC is now placed in the top 501–600 institutions in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings and ranks first in Queensland in sustainability impact, reflecting the quality, relevance, and societal impact of our work. At UniSC you will have the opportunity to shape the educational landscape and inspire the minds of future generations. We foster a collaborative and supportive environment, encouraging continuous professional development and providing resources to enhance your teaching and research endeavours. We recognise and value the contributions of each team member to our culture and success. We're not afraid to be different, and we're looking for people who share our values and want to be part of a team that is working together to improve our local and global challenges. Our Culture & Benefits: Our collaborative, passionate and welcoming culture is what really sets us apart. Modern teaching & research facilities. Professional development and career pathway opportunities. We are a proud recipient of the prestigious Athena SWAN Bronze Award, granted as part of the Science in Australia Gender Equity (SAGE) initiative. Flexible work arrangements & generous leave options. Salary packing options + 17% Super. EAP, fitness passport & discounted private health.
Salary
Academic Level B - $118,481 - $140,567 p.a., plus up to 17% employer superannuation
Posted
2 Apr 2026
Community Engagement & Programs Officer (Communication and Research Translation)
The University of Sydney
Australia, Camperdown
The University of Sydney
Australia, Camperdown
Part-time (0.4-0.6 FTE) Fixed term Up to 31 December 2027, located on the Camperdown Campus, University of Sydney Exciting opportunity to lead the engagement strategy of a high functioning centre Base Salary HEO 7, $112,628 p.a. - $119,350 p.a. pro-rata + 17% superannuation About the opportunity Sydney Social Sciences and Humanities Advanced Research Centre (SSSHARC) is a collaborative research centre designed to advance innovative research partnerships and methodologies across the humanities and social sciences. We have a commitment to research excellence and knowledge sharing. We broker and facilitate research exchange between University of Sydney researchers and their outside interlocuters via visiting fellowships, exchanges and a range of in-house initiatives designed to build authentic research partnerships that will grow and change to meet the demands of the future. We are seeking a Community Engagement and Programs Officer, specialising in research translation and strategic communication, to join the Centre and collaborate across the Faculty to amplify the Centre’s research impact. In this role, you will shape how the Centre communicates its evidence, insights, and achievements. Working closely with Centre members, University communications teams, and external partners, you will craft clear, compelling, and accessible narratives that promotes the centre’s research and programs. Key responsibilities will be to work with academics, research partners and colleagues across the University to: track and report on the Centre’s work and support continuous improvement in how evidence is communicated and applied support centre researchers in communicating their research via the centre website, social media, white papers and other outputs coordinate activities designed to engage a diverse range of audiences including workshops and events produce targeted materials to engage internal audiences, industry, and general publics. About you We are looking for Community Engagement & Programs Officer (Communication and Research Translation) who has: tertiary qualification in communications, or professional experience in research translation and commercialisation demonstrated experience translating academic research into clear and compelling narratives experience working in a start-up or related environment is highly desirable excellent writing, editorial and communication skills across multiple formats strong stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to build productive relationships with academics, industry partners, government and community organisations demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and fast-moving deadlines, with strong organisational and time management skills experience producing high-quality written and digital content such as reports, briefs, workplace tools, web content or multimedia materials a proactive, problem-solving mindset, with a demonstrated ability to identify opportunities to increase the reach and impact of evidence and insights. Work rights for Australia You must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this employment to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment. Pre-employment checks Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. 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 (consisting of an example of their communication or research translation work), 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 Helen Efstathiou, Recruitment Consultant, Recruitment Operations on +61 2 8627 7137 or by email helen.efstathiou@sydney.edu.au © The University of Sydney The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment. Closing date for applications 11.59pm, 13 April 2026 How to apply Please click here to apply : https://usyd.wd105.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/USYD_EXTERNAL_CAREER_SITE/job/Community-Engagement---Programs-Officer--Communication-and-Research-Translation-_0148138-2
Salary
$112,628 p.a. - $119,350 p.a. pro-rata + 17% superannuation
Posted
2 Apr 2026
Subjects Taught at the University of Maryland, College Park
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- History, Philosophy and Theology
- Languages, Literature and Linguistics
Business and Economics
- Accounting and Finance
- Business and Management
- Economics and Econometrics
Computer Science
- Computer Science
Education Studies
- Education
Engineering
- Chemical Engineering
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- Electrical and Electronic Engineering
- General Engineering
- Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering
Life Sciences
- Agriculture and Forestry
- Biological Sciences
- Sport Science
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Medical and Health
- Medicine and Dentistry
- Other Health
Physical Sciences
- Chemistry
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- Mathematics and Statistics
- Physics and Astronomy
Psychology
- Psychology
Social Sciences
- Communication and Media Studies
- Geography
- Politics and International Studies
- Sociology