University of Pittsburgh-Bradford

Department: Bioinformatics Core Facility – Central European Institute of Technology Deadline: 29 Jul 2026 Start date: September - December 2026 Job type: full-time Job field: Science and research Come to CEITEC MU in Brno and join us! We are a dynamic, growing team of bioinformaticians and data scientists at CEITEC, building the European infrastructure for secure, federated analysis of sensitive genomic and health data – and we are looking for a Senior Researcher / Staff Scientist in Federated Genomic Data Infrastructure About this position The Bioinformatics Core Facility at CEITEC works on the infrastructure for storing, sharing, and – above all – performing federated analysis on sensitive genomic and other omics data across Europe. Through the ELIXIR research infrastructure and initiatives such as the Genomic Data Infrastructure (GDI), the 1+Million Genomes (1+MG) initiative, and Genome of Europe, we are one of the major players in this field in Europe. This is highly collaborative, distributed work. Much of it does not happen within a single lab but across a network of partners – institutional IT teams, national infrastructure bodies, and collaborators across Europe – and our role is to coordinate and integrate these efforts, keeping them moving. A growing and increasingly important part of the work is enabling AI, and in particular agentic AI systems, to operate safely on sensitive data within this distributed infrastructure, in service of translational and clinical research and the wider handling of sensitive healthcare data. We are looking for a senior, independent researcher / staff scientist to take a leading technical role across these projects – someone who can drive their own work, coordinate and mentor more junior colleagues, and act as a confident point of contact with our partners. This is a highly visible, Europe-wide role at the intersection of software engineering, data science, and the life sciences, and it is fundamentally about handling a complex, multi-party effort rather than working in isolation. Your profile Must-have: A PhD (or equivalent experience). We have no hard requirement on the specific field, provided it falls within the range from bioinformatics through to computer science and IT/software development, or a closely related technical area Solid, hands-on experience spanning bioinformatics analysis and workflows, bioinformatics infrastructure and software for data analysis, and/or broader IT and software development, in a rapidly evolving environment where AI is becoming inherent to everything we do; experience with omics and multi-omics data is a strong plus. The ability to work independently and largely unsupervised, taking ownership of projects from idea to delivery Comfort coordinating a distributed, multi-party effort – connecting contributions across teams and partners and keeping work moving forward Excellent communication skills, with the versatility to speak the language of both IT/engineering and of biologists and clinicians The ability to present ideas and results clearly, and to guide and coordinate more junior members of the team Fluency in English (spoken and written) Nice-to-have: Experience with sensitive / health data, federated analysis or federated learning, cloud, and containerized infrastructure Interest or experience in enabling AI – including agentic AI systems – to work with sensitive data Experience working in international or European collaborative projects A collaborative mindset and the curiosity to keep learning in a fast-moving field What we provide to you A senior role in a dynamic, young, and growing team working on Europe-wide, genuinely meaningful problems A highly competitive salary Open access to CEITEC MU core facilities and state-of-the-art computing infrastructure, with experienced staff Full-time contract Flexible working hours Support for further education and professional development Benefits package: 6 weeks of paid holiday, medical insurance, financial contribution to meals and kindergarten/pension scheme, Multisport card, mental health care, and sports lessons directly at the Kindergarten Elánek on Campus Support in these areas: Welcome Office service before and after arrival Grant Office support Postdoc Peer Committee CEITEC events workshops, conferences, lectures, training, family gatherings, etc. How to apply? Application deadline: 29.07.2026 Start date: September - December 2026 Applications, including a CV, a list of publications, and a motivation letter with contacts for at least two references, should be submitted via the e-application below. Selection Process: An interview with the research group leader, which takes place throughout the duration of the job posting. Any trouble with the e-application? Please contact HR – Darja Horáková (darja.horakova@ceitec.muni.cz).

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 more than 5 000 employees, including more than 400 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. The School of Chemical Engineering is one of the six schools of Aalto University. It combines natural sciences and engineering in a unique way. We are now looking for a Postdoctoral researcher in the field of the Advanced Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) of bio-based processes and products The postdoctoral researcher will work as expert in LCA for bio-based processes and products from wood and agriculture feedstocks for textiles and packaging applications supporting two large EU funded projects. The portfolio of projects under the Sustainable Bioproducts Innovation research group provides opportunity for supporting several high impact publications. Your responsibility and goals Conduct advanced research on LCA methodologies specific to bio-based products and processes. Develop and refine LCA models to assess the environmental impacts of bio-based products and systems using software tools such as OpenLCA. Analyze complex datasets to identify key areas for improvement in environmental sustainability performance. Build mentoring skills by helping and advising PhD researchers. Lead and write peer-reviewed articles for high impact journals. Participate in events, give expert talks, support in teaching and workshops. Network with scientists and industry to support your research as well as the development of new research proposals. Grant reporting, managing and monitoring. Work with researchers, and industry partners to gather data and align simulations with practical needs. The postdoctoral researcher will be helping the PI and experts in managing projects, supervising students, funding reporting, gathering data coming from literatures and the industry partners to assess the sustainability of proposed concepts. The position is available immediately. Your network, project and team The position is open in the Sustainable Bioproduct Innovations group headed by Prof. Luana Dessbesell, a highly multidisciplinary team seeking to support the development of truly sustainable bioproducts innovations. If you see yourself wondering what is and what isn't sustainable, please apply and join us. We are working with hard-science evidence to help speed up the development of solutions that can mitigate climate change. The research group is about 16 researchers. We care about each other and are people centered, and we believe that we can only deliver excellence if we are doing well. The Department of Bioproducts and Biosystems (Bio2), one of the three departments in the School of Chemical Engineering at Aalto University, has an internationally leading reputation in basic and applied research for the development of advanced materials from natural resources. It is one of the leading European research and higher education institutions in the field of sustainable chemistry and engineering based on the utilization of renewable resources. Bio2 aims to contribute to the development of novel solutions to move towards sustainable primary production and processing systems that can produce materials with fewer inputs, less environmental impact and reduced greenhouse gas emissions. Within bioscience, the department has research in bioprocess technology, molecular biotechnology, enzyme technology, metabolic engineering, synthetic biology, biomolecular, and biohybrid materials. Other strengths of the department include sustainable materials and products based on lignocellulose, ranging from nanomaterials to novel cellulose-based textiles. Your experience and ambitions The candidate is expected to have: Ph.D. in Environmental Science, Chemical Engineering, Biotechnology, or a related field, with a focus on life cycle assessment and bio-based products and processes (completed within past five years). Experience in LCA of bio-based products or processes. Proficiency with LCA software tools. Proven experience with ex-ante or prospective LCAs. Ability to perform mass/energy balances bio-based processes. A solid track record of publishing research in peer-reviewed scientific journals. Exceptional analytical and critical thinking skills with the ability to work independently and collaboratively. Effective communication skills for presenting complex information to academic and industry audiences. Nice to have: Process design skills, such as develop and validate and optimize Aspen simulations related to biobased processes with experimental data from lab/pilot-scale systems. Experience in performing LCAs in the forest and lied sectors. Experience with advanced LCA methodologies (e.g., consequential LCA, dynamic LCA, absolute sustainability assessments, planetary boundaries LCA). Evidence of working in interdisciplinary research projects and collaboration with diverse teams. What we offer The postdoctoral researcher position will be filled for two years. The expected starting salary of a postdoctoral researcher is approximately 4100-4300 EUR/month depending on experience. We work in Otaniemi, Espoo. Life on the revitalized campus is vibrant, featuring stunning architecture, tranquil nature, and a variety of cafes, restaurants, and services, all complemented by excellent public transportation connections. Ready to apply? If you want to join our community, please submit your application through our online recruitment system no later than 25.07.2026 using the link on Aalto University’s webpage (“Apply now”). If you are an Aalto employee, please apply via Workday system (internal jobs). The submissions will be checked as they arrive. To apply, please include the following documents in English and as a single pdf document (mandatory): Max. 1-page motivation letter specific to this project with description of previous relevant research experience CV, including a list of publications and the title and date of your doctoral thesis (max. 3 pages) and a list of references we may contact The position will be filled when a suitable candidate is found. Want to know more about us and your future colleagues? You can watch these videos: This is Aalto University! Aalto University – Towards a better world and Shaping a Sustainable Future. Read more about working at Aalto https://www.aalto.fi/en/careers-at-aalto and check out our virtual campus experience: https://virtualtour.aalto.fi 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 listed again as the happiest country in the world: World Happiness Report For more information about living in Finland: Aalto Careers for International Staff. Aalto University reserves the right for justified reasons to leave the position open, to extend the application period, and to consider candidates who have not submitted applications during the application period. 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.

Ref.: 536698 Work type: Full-time Department: Department of Chemistry (25200) Categories: Senior Research Staff & Post-doctoral Fellow Applications are invited for the appointment of a Post-doctoral Fellow (several posts) in the Department of Chemistry (Ref. 536698), to participate in a cutting-edge research programme on “Smart Power Systems for Autonomous Platforms,” focusing on next-generation technologies, including drones, robotics, and self-driven laboratories. The appointees will engage in research on the development of intelligent hybrid power architectures to support autonomous operation in chemical and materials synthesis environments, including the implementation of smart synthesis workflows using robotic hands and manipulators. The role will involve contributions to the design, integration, and control of power systems for safe, adaptive, and resilient autonomous research platforms. Qualifications: Applicants should possess a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical and Electronic Engineering or a closely related discipline, and a doctoral degree in Power System Design and Development or a relevant field. They should demonstrate a strong track record of research and expertise in electric power system engineering, particularly in smart power hybridisation. Preference will be given to candidates with experience in multidisciplinary research, especially in areas involving autonomous or robotic systems. Applicants should also show evidence of a strong publication record and excellent scientific communication skills. Responsibilities: Design and develop advanced electric power system architectures for autonomous platforms and laboratory systems. Lead research in smart electric power hybridisation (e.g., batteries, supercapacitors, fuel-based systems, renewable integration). Develop control and energy management strategies for self-driven power systems. Support implementation of autonomous chemical and materials synthesis operations, including robotic-hand-enabled synthesis tasks. Build and validate simulation and experimental prototypes for drones, robotic systems, and autonomous laboratory infrastructure. Collaborate across multidisciplinary teams (electrical engineering, robotics, control, AI, chemistry, materials science, and mechanical engineering). Publish high-impact research outcomes and contribute to project reports and grant activities.  Desirable Skills: Experience with embedded power electronics and real-time control systems. Hands-on experience with UAV/drone, robotic, or autonomous platform power systems. Exposure to autonomous laboratories, especially for chemical/materials synthesis. Experience integrating power systems with robotic manipulators/hands for smart laboratory operations. Proficiency in modelling/simulation tools (e.g., MATLAB/Simulink, PSCAD, PLECS, or similar). Experience in prototype development, testing, and system validation. What We Offer: Opportunity to work on frontier technologies in autonomous energy and laboratory automation. Access to advanced facilities for robotics, autonomous synthesis, and power system prototyping. Strong multidisciplinary collaboration environment and career development support. The appointment will commence as soon as possible for 1 year, with the possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance and funding availability. A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered, in addition to annual leave and medical benefits. Application Requirements: The University only accepts online applications for the above posts. Applicants should apply online with the following: Cover letter outlining your suitability for the role Full Curriculum vitae (including publications) Brief research statement (maximum of 2 pages) Contact details of 2–3 referees Enquiries about the post should be sent to Professor Z.X. Guo at zxguo@hku.hk. Application The University only accepts online applications for the above posts. Review of applications will start as soon as possible and continue until July 24, 2026, or until the posts are filled, whichever is earlier. Applications close: Jul 24, 2026 (HK Time)