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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 13 000 students, 400 professors and close to 4 500 other faculty and staff working on our dynamic campus 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.

Circular Materials Bioeconomy Network (CIMANET) is an interdisciplinary doctoral education network to support the renewal of the bio-based industry through new sustainable materials and processes. CIMANET is part of the doctoral education pilot program established by Finland’s Ministry of Education and Culture, providing scientific and technological competences to promote sustainable growth. It strengthens the knowledge base required to enhance the Finnish forest and bio-based industry with novel solutions unveiling the full potential of biomass. CIMANET consists of nine universities: Aalto University, Hanken School of Economics, LUT University, Tampere University, University of Helsinki, University of Jyväskylä, University of Oulu, University of Turku, and Åbo Akademi University.

CIMANET operates in close collaboration with the industry, research organizations, as well as other stakeholders to create economic and societal impact by addressing the major challenges of our century: resource sufficiency, access to clean water, and climate change. CIMANET has started in 2024 and will provide altogether 67 doctoral researchers funding for three years. Check out all the open positions at the CIMANET pilot website.

We are now looking for a 

Doctoral Researcher in the field of computational analysis of large data sets relevant to renewable fuels

We are looking for a doctoral researcher to manage large data sets with numerical tools, especially with machine learning methods. In this position you will have a chance to make an impact by developing methods and tools for the analysis of renewable fuels in cold climate environment. Especially, you will analyze new renewable fuels from lignocellulosic residues and predict their cold properties by ML methods. Join us in shaping the future fuels !

Scientific environment

You will be working in a computationally oriented team at the School of Engineering together with Neste corp. chemists and engineers. Prof. Kaario has a computational team of 10 persons focusing on renewable and carbon free fuels using numerical methods. The environment is inspiring for a modeler as support and discussions are easy to find. Part of the work is done at Neste especially related to the large data sets on new fuels. We have recently published some relevant papers regarding the present position, e.g. Gonsalez et al., ‘Prediction of Gasoline Blend Ignition Characteristics Using Machine Learning Models’, Energy & Fuels 2021, and Cheng et al., ‘Optical Investigation of the Diesel Spray Characteristics and Spray Geometry Prediction Model by Artificial Neural Network’, SAE 2023. 

Your role and goals

The role of the Phd student is to collect large data sets from renewable fuels and analyze the data with machine learning methods. The goal is to find connections in the data that can be linked to the cold properties of the fuels. This will lead to breaktrough publications highlighting the impact of the work. 

Your experience and ambitions

The applicant should have a good track-record of computational methods with additional background knowledge in some of the following topics:


	Matlab, Python, and other programming languages
	Experience using ML methods
	Publications on a relevant field


An applicant must have completed by 31 December 2024 or preferably earlier (to start employment on 1 January 2025)


	a master’s degree awarded by a university, or
	a study programme that in the awarding country gives eligibility for doctoral level studies


A good command of English is required, Finnish language is not.

Applicants must fulfill the admission criteria of the Aalto Doctoral Programme and, if chosen for a position, apply for, obtain and accept the right to pursue doctoral studies at Aalto University. For more information on the general requirements and the application process for doctoral studies, please visit https://www.aalto.fi/en/doctoral-education/how-to-apply-for-doctoral-studies  .

What we offer 


	Opportunity to work in a dynamic community of world-class researchers and professionals where students are rigorously selected and highly motivated. This leads to an exceptionally interactive and intellectually challenging atmosphere at Aalto.
	We have a flexible modern work culture. We value the balance and well-being of work and leisure in all aspects of life.
	We offer you an interesting job in an inspiring work environment. You will be able to work in a community where we promote socially significant goals in science and education. We will familiarize you with your tasks and you will be part of a nice and competent team that will provide you with support for your work tasks also in the future. We encourage and offer opportunities for continuous development of your own expertise.
	The expected starting date in the position is on 1st January 2025. Presence in Finland for the duration of the contract is compulsory.
	Employment contracts will be made for three years with the funding from the Finnish Ministry of Education and Culture. Contract includes a prequisite to apply, receive and accept doctoral study right within the probation period of the first 6 months. 
	The annual workload of research and teaching staff at Aalto University is 1612 hours. 
	Aalto University follows the salary system of Finnish universities. The starting salary is approximately 3000 €/month (gross), and it increases as the Doctoral Researcher progresses in the research and studies. 
	The contract includes Aalto University occupational healthcare. Aalto University provides excellent learning and development opportunities, and a commuter ticket benefit.  Unisport offers versatile sports facilities and exercise services with a staff discount.
	We work in a hybrid way, and the primary workplace is Otaniemi, Espoo. The Otaniemi campus is a thriving and connected community of 100 nationalities. Life at the transformed campus is vibrant and filled with amazing architecture, calming nature, and a variety of cafes, restaurants, services and good connections along the metro and city train lines. See how the campus looks like on our virtual tour: https://virtualtour.aalto.fi/ 


Join us!

To apply, please submit the following application materials through our aalto.fi recruitment site by Monday 7 October 2024 Finnish time. Click “Apply now”. 

Please note: Aalto University’s employees should apply for the position via internal HR system Workday (Internal Jobs) by using their existing Workday user account (not via the external webpage for open positions). Aalto University’s students and visitors should apply as external candidates with personal (not aalto) email.

All material should be submitted in English and in a pdf-file. Application material should include:


	Letter of motivation (max. one page). Please describe your background and future plans, and in particular the reasons for selecting the project(s). 
	A curriculum vitae and possible list of publications with complete study and employment history, contact details of referees from 2 senior academic people. We will contact your referees, if recommendation letters are required. (please see CV example TENK_CV_template_2020.docx (live.com) )
	A study transcript provided by the applicant’s university that lists studies completed and grades achieved.
	A copy of the M.Sc. degree certificate or equivalent. (for doctoral study application it will need to be officially translated into Finnish, English or Swedish). If the degree is still pending, then a plan for its completion must be provided.
	Plan for obtaining certificate of English/Finnish/Swedish language knowledge for doctoral study application if position is offered (in order to have it on time for application, see more from https://www.aalto.fi/en/doctoral-education/how-to-apply-for-doctoral-studies )


We will go through applications, and we may invite suitable candidates to interview already during the application period. The position will be filled as soon as a suitable candidate is identified. Chosen candidates should apply for doctoral study right immediately after accepting the position.

Any questions?

For additional information, kindly contact prof. Ossi Kaario or prof. Annukka Santasalo-Aarnio (firstname.lastname(at)aalto.fi). Aalto University reserves the right to leave the position open, extend the application period, reopen the application process, and consider candidates who have not submitted applications during the application period. For questions about applying, please contact HR partner Anna-Maija Harju, who can be reached by e-mail at AnnaMaija.Harju@aalto.fi.

Want to know more about us and your future colleagues?

You can watch these videos: Aalto University – Towards a better world,  Aalto People , and Shaping a Sustainable Future.

For more information about living in Finland: https://www.aalto.fi/en/careers-at-aalto/for-international-staff .

Read more about working at Aalto: https://www.aalto.fi/en/careers-at-aalto  

About Finland

Finland is a great place for living with or without family – it is a safe, politically stable and well-organized Nordic society. Finland is consistently ranked high in quality of life and was just listed again as the happiest country in the world: https://finland.fi/life-society/for-seventh-year-running-finland-is-first-in-world-happiness-report-other-nordics-in-top-7/  . For more information about living in Finland: https://www.aalto.fi/en/careers-at-aalto/living-in-finland.

More about Aalto University:

Aalto.fi
youtube.com/user/aaltouniversity
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Aalto University

Austria, Vienna Danubepier Hov

50 Faculty of Life Sciences
Startdate: 01.11.2024 | Working hours: 20 | Collective bargaining agreement: §48 VwGr. B1 lit. b (postdoc)
Limited until: 31.10.2030
Reference no.: 3024

The position is limited to a total of 6 years.

Do you have a strong interest in Systems Biology and the relevance of the Gut Microbiome in Health and Disease? Then come join our team as a Postdoctoral Fellow in the laboratory of Manuela Schmidt, Division of Pharmacology and Toxicology, University of Vienna, Austria. Our translational research focuses on the molecular underpinnings of painful pathologies in vertebrates and on the dynamics of gut microbiota function in the context of pain.

Your personal sphere of play:

Your future workplace is situated at the Faculty of Life Sciences at the Universitätszentrum Althanstraße (UZA II) where research groups work in the pharmaceutical sciences, nutritional sciences and biology. Research in our workgroup “Systems Biology of Pain” is driven by our motivation to decipher the dynamics of protein networks and host-microbiome interactions underlying vertebrate pain. Methodologically, we combine molecular biology, biochemistry, pharmacology, preclinical mouse models and latest (meta)proteomics techniques. This multidisciplinary approach has enabled us to investigate spatiotemporal proteome dynamics relevant for pain both in mice and humans. Our research lives from our fruitful collaborations with basic researchers, bioinformaticians and clinicians alike facilitating forward and reverse translation of our research results. Importantly, our research highly benefits from innovative methodological expertise and collaboration with the newly established University Vienna – Bruker Center of Excellence for Metaproteomics.

The position holder will work on pain-related dynamics of the proteome and the metaproteome in preclinical mouse models and in clinical projects. Candidates need expert knowledge in biochemistry and proteomics including hands-on expertise in quantitative mass spectrometry and respective data analysis. Candidates having expertise in metaproteomics, pain research or preclinical disease models will be given preference. Above all, we seek a skilled and dedicated person, who enjoys science and shares our passion for research!

Your future tasks:


	Plan and execute in vitro and in vivo experiments on the gut microbiome in mice.
	Investigate the dynamics of host-microbiome interactions in mice and humans.
	Plan and perform (meta)proteomics experiments using quantitative mass spectrometry.
	Analyze (meta)proteomics data.
	Manage and develop research projects and publish acquired results.
	Manage collaborative projects within our research group and with our collaboration partners.
	Teach Bsc and Msc students of pharmacy in lectures and practical courses.
	Supervise research projects of Msc and PhD students.


This is part of your personality:


	Open, collaborative and curious personality
	Pro-active approach and highly motivated and dedicated attitude
	High social and collaborative skills.
	Outstanding ability to work in a team.
	Outstanding ability to work independently and in a self-driven manner.
	Prominent management skills.
	Advanced communication skills, proven ability to communicate with specialists from other fields.
	Highly organized style of work and outstanding ability to document procedures and experiments in detail and in accordance to legal requirements.
	High interest for teaching the next generation of pharmacy students and scientists.


Education and training


	Completed doctoral/PhD studies in medicine, biology, pharmacy or related fields.
	High competence and documented experience in biochemistry. Candidates having experience in pain research or preclinical disease models will be given preference.
	Strong hands-on expertise in quantitative mass spectrometry and respective data analysis using R or Python. Candidates having experience in metaproteomics will be given preference.
	Fluent in English (in speech and writing)


What we offer:

Work-life balance: Our employees enjoy flexible working hours.

Inspiring working atmosphere: You are a part of an international academic team in a healthy and fair working environment.

Good public transport connections: Your workplace in the center of beautiful Vienna is easily accessible by public transport.

Internal further training & Coaching: Opportunity to deepen your skills on an ongoing basis. There are over 600 courses to choose from – free of charge.

Fair salary: The basic salary of EUR 2,376,15 (14 times a year).

Equal opportunities for all: We look forward to diverse personalities the team!

It is that easy to apply:


	With your scientific curriculum vitae, which highlights your exceptional fit to this position.
	With your letter of intent, clearly outlining your motivation for this position
	With your summary of research interests (max. 1 p.)
	With your list of publications
	Doctoral Degree 
	With contact details of persons, who could provide referece letters
	Via our  job portal/ Apply now -  button


If you have any questions, please contact:

Manuela Schmidt

manuela_schmidt@univie.ac.at

We look forward to new personalities in our team!  The University of Vienna has an anti-discriminatory employment policy and attaches great importance to equal opportunities, the advancement of women and diversity. We lay special emphasis on increasing the number of women in senior and in academic positions among the academic and general university staff and therefore expressly encourage qualified women to apply. Given equal qualifications, preference will be given to female candidates.

University of Vienna. Space for personalities. Since 1365.

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Application deadline: 09/27/2024

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University of Vienna

Hong Kong

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 Aeronautics in the Department of Mechanical Engineering (Ref.: 528839), 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 degree programmes at all levels and has a highly vibrant research environment covering a wide range of disciplines. We currently employ about 35 full-time faculty members and have well-equipped teaching and research facilities and support. We have resolved to strengthen our capacity in aeronautics in view of the bright prospect for general aviation as an advanced/futuristic means of urban and regional transport for people and goods. The main thrust of our efforts is towards the hardcore technology enabling such advanced transport. Existing research activities related to the advertised post include robotics and UAV flight control, turbomachinery aerodynamics, aeroacoustics, and new materials for products including high-temperature applications. Candidates with strong credentials in any of the following areas are welcome: thermofluids, structural mechanics, material sciences and/or manufacturing technology, acoustics and control. Information about the Department can be obtained at http://www.mech.hku.hk.

Applicants should possess a Ph.D. degree in Aeronautical, Mechanical, or a related engineering field with an excellent research record. The successful candidate is expected to conduct cutting-edge research leading to technology breakthroughs in aeronautical engineering. The appointee will also be responsible for delivering quality teaching in relevant subjects at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels in addition to the engagement in knowledge transfer activities and provision of administrative service to the University/Faculty/Department.

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 April 15, 2025 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


The University of Hong Kong

United Kingdom, Birmingham

Department: School of Computing and Digital Technology

Location: City Centre Campus (STEAM House)
Salary: £51,703 to £56,197 per annum
Permanent, Full Time
Closing Date: 23.59 hours BST on Sunday 06 October 2024
Reference: CEBE24014

Birmingham City University invites applications for Senior Lecturer in Cyber Security to support and advance its growth in the cyber security discipline.

As a Senior Lecturer, you will be expected to contribute to the subject leadership at module and course levels, managing module and course teams to deliver student outcomes. Further, you will contribute to design and development of curriculum in-line with market trends and cutting-edge within the subject.

You will be expected to support teaching and learning for undergraduate/postgraduate modules, provide pastoral care to students, engage in cutting-edge research, and contribute to recruitment and outreach activities. You will develop and deliver engaging teaching and learning as a member of the cybersecurity team in a variety of settings from small group tutorials to large lectures. You will also set and mark assessments providing timely and constructive feedback to students.

Conscious of inclusive practices, you will be expected to provide pastoral support to students assisting with their journey at BCU and equipping them with skills to meet the demands of the cyber security industry.

Further, you will explore and innovate ways of improving performance by reflecting on teaching design and delivery and obtaining and analysing feedback. You will be expected to engage in cutting-edge research and enterprise activities through own-initiative and collaboration with peers in academia and industry, leading to external funding and publications in reputable venues.

You will possess core cybersecurity skillset with strong experience of teaching at university level within different topics of cybersecurity. You will also have a proven track record of publishing research articles at reputable venues and an ability to develop research proposals to seek external funding. You will be passionate about supporting students through their educational journey and keen to learn and adopt inclusive practices to engage with students from diverse abilities and backgrounds.

With core cyber security skills and knowledge, candidates with expertise in Cyber Physical Systems, Digital Forensics, Machine Learning and AI, and Future Networks are particularly encouraged to apply. Membership of a professional bodies (such as the BCS, the IET, ISACA or ISC2), industry-recognised certifications, and professional registration (such as CITP or CEng) is also beneficial.


Birmingham City University

45 Faculty of Philological and Cultural Studies
Startdate: 11.11.2024 | Working hours: 30 | Collective bargaining agreement: §48 VwGr. B1 Grundstufe (praedoc)
Limited until: 10.11.2028
Reference no.: 2969

Among the many good reasons to want to research and teach at the University of Vienna, there is one in particular, which has convinced around 7,500 academic staff members so far. They see themselves as personalities who need space for their continuous striving and curiosity in order to be able to be scientifically successful. Does that sound like something for you? Welcome to our team!

Your personal sphere of influence:

As a university assistant prae doc at the Institute for Romance Studies, you will be involved in reserach and teaching in the work area of Univ. Prof. Dr. Martha Guzmán. The focus of research is on Spanish linguistics. 

The employment duration is 4 years. Initially limited to 1.5 years, the employment relationship is automatically extended to 4 years if the employer does not terminate it within the first 12 months by submitting a non-extension declaration.

Your future tasks:

You actively participate in research, teaching & administration, which means:


	You are involved in research projects and scientific studies in the work and research area.
	We expect you to finalize your dissertation agreement within 12-18 months.
	You work on your dissertation and its completion.
	You hold courses independently within the scope of the provisions of the collective bargaining agreement.
	You take on administrative tasks in research, teaching and administration.
	You participate in the organization of conferences and meetings. 


This is part of your personality:


	Completed Master's degree or Diploma, in the field of Romance Studies, with a focus on Spanish linguistics.
	Solid knowledge of Spanish.
	Knowledge of German or English (C1)
	Familiarity with the methods of linguistics.
	Research skills and initiative.
	IT user skill.
	You should be a team player with high social skills.


What we offer:

Work-life balance: Our employees enjoy flexible, family-friendly working hours, remote/hybrid and/or part-time work (upon agreement).

Inspiring working atmosphere: You are a part of an international academic team in a healthy and fair working environment.

Good public transport connections: Your workplace in the center of beautiful Vienna is easily accessible by public transport.

Internal further training & Coaching: Opportunity to deepen your skills on an ongoing basis. There are over 600 courses to choose from – free of charge.

Fair salary: The basic salary of EUR 3578,80 (on a full-time basis) increases if we can credit professional experience.

Equal opportunities for everyone: We look forward to diverse personalities in the team!

It is that easy to apply:


	With your letter of intent
	With your scientific curriculum vitae
	With your summary of research interests and  ideas for a prospective doctoral project proposal (max. 1 p.)
	With your publication list
	Master Degree certificate  /  Diploma certificate
	Via our  job portal/ Apply now -  button


  If you have any questions, please contact:

Martha Guzmán Riverón

martha.guzman.riveron@univie.ac.at

We look forward to new personalities in our team! 
The University of Vienna has an anti-discriminatory employment policy and attaches great importance to equal opportunities, the advancement of women and diversity. We lay special emphasis on increasing the number of women in senior and in academic positions among the academic and general university staff and therefore expressly encourage qualified women to apply. Given equal qualifications, preference will be given to female candidates.

University of Vienna. Space for personalities. Since 1365.

Data protection

​Application deadline: 10/21/2024 

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University of Bern

Rankings

World University Rankings 2024=116^th

Arts and Humanities 2024126-150^th

Business and Economics 2024201-250^th

Clinical and Health 202470^th

Computer Science 2024201-250^th

Law 2024176-200^th

Life Sciences 2024126-150^th

Physical Sciences 2024101-125^th

Psychology 2024126-150^th

Social Sciences 2024101-125^th

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Life Sciences126–150^th

Law176–200^th

Arts and Humanities126–150^th

Business and Economics201–250^th

Clinical and Health70^th

Computer Science201–250^th

Social Sciences101–125^th

Psychology126–150^th

Physical Sciences101–125^th

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