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Research Associate, Plant Energy Biology
The University of Western Australia
Australia, Perth
The University of Western Australia
Australia, Perth
Be part of a world‑first international research collaboration developing synthetic plant chromosomes. Work at the forefront of plant synthetic biology with access to leading researchers, facilities, and global partners. Full-time (1.0 FTE) appointment on a fixed term basis till 31 May 2028 Base salary range: Level A, $83,449 – $112,371 p.a. plus 17% superannuation. About the area The School of Molecular Sciences and the ARC Centre of Excellence in Plant Energy Biology bring together internationally recognised researchers working across molecular biology, genomics, and synthetic biology. This role is part of the Plant Artificial Chromosome project, a high-profile international collaboration between The University of Western Australia, the University of Cambridge (UK), Phytoform Labs (UK), and the Australian Genome Foundry at Macquarie University. The position is based in the Bayliss Building at UWA’s Crawley campus, providing access to state-of-the-art laboratories and a vibrant research environment. About the opportunity As a Research Associate, you will contribute to innovative research aimed at engineering and characterising synthetic chromosomes for plants. Working under the guidance of a Research Fellow, you will progressively develop research independence while collaborating closely with academic and industry partners locally and internationally. Your work will focus on constructing artificial plant chromosomes, expanding them in vivo, and evaluating their performance at molecular, cellular, and genomic levels. You will also contribute to student supervision, collaborative publications, and the translation of fundamental research into practical plant biotechnology applications. This role offers an exceptional opportunity to build your research profile within a globally visible project at the cutting edge of plant synthetic biology. About you You will bring a strong foundation in molecular plant biology and a collaborative mindset, along with: A relevant degree with a PhD in a relevant discipline is required given the specialised nature of the role Demonstrated research capability, including contributions to peer‑reviewed publications or high‑quality research outputs. Proven technical skills in molecular cloning, PCR, plasmid manipulation, and bacterial culture, with experience in sterile plant propagation and transformation; experience working with the moss Physcomitrium patens or potato will be highly regarded Experience with microscopy, data collection, laboratory record‑keeping, and data analysis. Excellent communication, organisational, and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary research team. Note: Employment checks will include information on gender-based violence, sexual harassment, and related misconduct to meet legal obligations. Position description: PD - Research Associate (523212).pdf To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Dr James Lloyd at james.lloyd@uwa.edu.au How to apply Please apply online via the Apply Now button and address the selection criteria in your submission in a separate document. For information to assist you with compiling statements to answer the selection criteria, please visit Addressing the selection criteria. You may submit a statement describing any personal circumstances relevant to your application. This can include academic/professional interruptions or achievements relative to opportunity. Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Wednesday 27 May 2026 This position is open to international applicants. Benefits Flexible working options. Generous paid leave including parental leave. Up to 17% employer paid superannuation. Salary packaging available. Incremental progression based on 12 months continuous service. Discounted UWA course fees. Discounted health insurance. Employee Assistance Program. About the University The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, supported by the freedom to innovate and inspire, there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top university. Learn more about us. Our commitment to inclusion and diversity UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We are committed to fostering a safe environment for all, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community, and people living with disability. If you require any reasonable adjustments, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application. Alternatively, you can contact us for assistance during the recruitment process. If you have queries relating to your application, please contact the individual named in the advertisement. Alternatively, please contact the Talent team at people@uwa.edu.au with details of your query. To enable a quick response, please include the 6-digit job reference number.
Salary
$83,449 – $112,371 p.a. plus 17% superannuation
Posted
29 Apr 2026
Head of Strategic Engagement
Cranfield University
United Kingdom, Bedford
Cranfield University
United Kingdom, Bedford
Organisation: Cranfield University Faculty or Department: Commercial Based at: Cranfield or Shrivenham, Oxfordshire Hours of work: 37 hours per week, normally worked Monday to Friday. Flexible working will be considered. Contract type: Permanent Salary: Full time starting salary is normally in the range of £61,000 to £70,548 per annum with potential progression to £86,275 per annum Apply by: 19/05/2026 Role Description Role can be based at either CDS or Cranfield Campus, with travel between sites as required. About Commercial The commercial team is integral to success, focusing on sales optimisation, customer relationships, and strategic alignment to drive growth and profitability. By fostering a collaborative and data-driven environment, it can effectively respond to market dynamics and enhance overall University performance. About Us As a specialist postgraduate university, Cranfield’s world-class expertise, large-scale facilities and unrivalled industry partnerships are creating leaders in technology and management globally. Learn more about Cranfield and our unique impact here. IT Services is a University-wide professional service delivering robust, secure, and user-friendly digital systems that support research, education, and administration. The Information Systems team works across all faculties and professional services to implement and support business-critical systems, ensuring high-quality service, training, and continuous improvement. Our Values and Commitments Our shared, stated values help to define who we are and underpin everything we do: Ambition; Impact; Respect; and Community. Find out more here. We aim to create and maintain a culture in which everyone can work and study together and realise their full potential. We are a Disability Confident Employer and proud members of the Stonewall Diversity Champions Programme. We are committed to actively exploring flexible working options for each role and have been ranked in the Top 30 family friendly employers in the UK by the charity Working Families. Find out more about our key commitments to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion and Flexible Working here. Working Arrangements Collaborating and connecting are integral to so much of what we do. Our Working Arrangements Framework provides many staff with the opportunity to flexibly combine on-site and remote working, where job roles allow, balancing the needs of our community of staff, students, clients and partners. How to apply If you wish to apply for this specific role, please apply using the “apply now” button below. Please do not hesitate to contact us for further details on E: hrrecruitment@cranfield.ac.uk. Please quote reference number 5287
Salary
£61,000 to £70,548 per annum
Posted
29 Apr 2026
Lecturer for Teaching English
Masaryk University
Czech Republic, Brno
Masaryk University
Czech Republic, Brno
Department: Language Centre Deadline: 28 May 2026 Start date: September 2026 Job type: full-time | part-time | agreement Job field: Education and schooling Director of Masaryk University Language Centre is currently welcoming applications for the position of lecturer at the Language Centre of MU for the teaching of English for academic and specific purposes, possibly in combination with another foreign language. What you should have: Master's Degree competence to engage in conceptual work team work competency competence to teach English or other languages for academic and specific purposes desire to work on projects teaching practice is welcome We offer: full-time or part-time job work at a prestigious higher education institution employee benefits - 40 days of holiday, pension scheme contributions, contribution to vaccination opportunity for further learning team of friendly colleagues If you are interested in the offered position, please send us: your CV cover letter (1 standard page max) a list of publishing activities (only in case you have) Start date: 1.9.2026 For more info on the recruitment process see the Language Centre web In accordance with Section 70, paragraph 5 of Act No. 111/1998 Coll., on higher education institutions, as amended, the CV shall include a current employer or employers. Send the required documents through the electronic application. Deadline for application is 28 May 2026.
Salary
Competitive
Posted
29 Apr 2026
Professor / Associate Professor / Assistant Professor in Sports Science
Hong Kong Baptist University
Hong Kong
Hong Kong Baptist University
Hong Kong
FACULTY OF ARTS AND SOCIAL SCIENCES ACADEMY OF WELLNESS AND HUMAN DEVELOPMENT Professor / Associate Professor / Assistant Professor in Sports Science (25260689) The Academy invites applications from candidates with experience in Sports and Health Sciences for the positions listed above. The appointee is expected to apply for external funding to conduct cutting-edge research, contribute to undergraduate and graduate program delivery, supervise student projects, dissertations, and placements at the undergraduate and graduate levels, and contribute to the work of the Academy and Faculty as deemed appropriate. The University is equipped with state-of-the-art laboratories and facilities, including the Multi-Omics, Genetics, and Biomolecular Laboratories; the Biomechanics and Performance Laboratory; and the Environmental and Hypoxic Chamber. Applicants should have expertise in one or more of the following areas: sports physiology, sports performance and genetics, sports technology, sports and AI, and sports medicine. Requirements: Applicants should possess a relevant doctoral degree, and a strong track record of research, and publication in high impact international refereed journals. Having solid experience in course teaching, research student supervision, programme administration/development, and academic administration is also an asset. Applicants applying for Associate Professor and above should be able to demonstrate extensive experience and success in competitive grant applications and outstanding research publication records. The Professor/Associate Professor/Assistant Professor role is a tenure-track position with initial appointment on a fixed-term contract of three years commencing January or August/September 2027. Tenured appointment is expected to be attained within six years. An outstanding appointee may also be considered for tenured appointment. Rank and salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Re-appointment thereafter will be subject to mutual agreement and availability of funding. Application Procedure: Applicants are invited to submit their applications at the HKBU e-Recruitment System. Those who are not invited for interview 4 months after submission of application may consider their applications unsuccessful. Details of the University's Personal Information Collection Statement can be found at https://hro.hkbu.edu.hk/en/worklife-at-hkbu/employee-favourable-environment.html#privacy-policy. The University reserves the right not to make an appointment for the post advertised, and the appointment will be made according to the terms and conditions applicable at the time of offer. Review of applications is ongoing until the position is filled.
Salary
Competitive
Posted
29 Apr 2026
Postdoctoral Research Fellow in Bioinformatics
Macquarie University
Australia, North Ryde
Macquarie University
Australia, North Ryde
Salary Package: $123,435 (Level B.1) plus 17% employer's superannuation contribution and annual leave loading. Full time, 3-year fixed term role Macquarie University, Wallumattagal Campus, North Ryde THE ROLE An exciting opportunity for a Postdoctoral Research Fellow (Level B) exists in the School of Natural Sciences at Macquarie University. We are seeking a highly motivated bioinformatician to join a team with an international reputation for producing high-quality research outcomes in microbial genomics, systems biology, and RNA-based technologies. The scope of this project is broad and involves building, integrating, and interrogating large-scale biological datasets using computational and statistical approaches. The successful candidate will contribute to projects spanning comparative genomics, proteomics, and the development of analytical pipelines for translational applications in infectious diseases and biotechnology, including the identification of vaccine targets and the computational design of RNA-based vaccine molecules. Reporting to Professor Garry Myers, the Postdoctoral Research Fellow will: Develop and apply bioinformatics pipelines for analysis of genomics and proteomics datasets Perform comparative genomics analyses to identify functional variation, evolutionary patterns, and candidate vaccine targets Contribute to antigen discovery workflows and prioritisation of targets for vaccine development Support computational design of RNA-based vaccine molecules and multi-antigen strategies at a systems level Analyse multi-omics datasets using R/Bioconductor and Python-based frameworks Contribute to the development of reproducible computational workflows and data management practices Collaborate with experimental researchers to integrate computational findings with biological validation and molecule design Assist in the preparation of manuscripts, reports, patents, and funding applications Present research findings at conferences and seminars Support training and supervision of students in computational biology methods We welcome applicants with strong technical capabilities, a collaborative mindset, and a desire to contribute to impactful, interdisciplinary research in vaccine and diagnostic development. About Us The Faculty of Science and Engineering is a young and dynamic faculty driven by the spirit of discovery. Here we nurture the next generation of science and technology innovators. The School of Natural Sciences at Macquarie University is a vibrant community of educators, researchers and students working across a wide range of biological, biomolecular, biomedical, chemical, environmental and geoscience disciplines. How to Apply: To be considered, please apply online with your CV and a cover letter outlining how your experience aligns with the selection criteria below: Essential A PhD in bioinformatics, computational biology, microbiology, or a related discipline Strong programming skills in Python and/or R Experience with Bioconductor and statistical analysis of biological data Demonstrated experience in comparative genomics and/or proteomics analysis Experience working with next-generation sequencing data and associated tools Ability to develop and maintain reproducible computational workflows Demonstrated ability to undertake independent research and contribute to publications Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams Desirable Experience in artificial intelligence and machine learning approaches applied to biological data Experience in vaccine target discovery, antigen prioritisation, or computational molecule design Experience with high-performance computing environments and cloud-based analysis Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git) and software development best practices Experience contributing to interdisciplinary or industry-linked research projects For enquiries, or a confidential conversation about the role please contact Garry Myers Professor, at garry.myers@mq.edu.au. Candidates must have Valid Australian Working rights. A police/criminal history check is required for this role. Applications Close: Thursday 14th of May 2026 at 11:59 pm (AEST). *** Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and we reserve the right to progress or decline an application prior to the application closing date. We also reserve the right to close the advertisement early if a sufficient number of qualified applicants is received. Why Join Us? Macquarie is a university engaged with the real and often complex problems and opportunities that define our lives. Since our foundation over 60 years ago, we have aspired to be a different type of university. Over the years, we have grown to become the centre of a vibrant local and global community. Connect with us today. We rank amongst the top employers in the Australian Workplace Employers Index, having recently earned a five-star rating in the QS World Rankings with the highest rating for employability. Take a look at the fabulous staff benefits on offer when you work at Macquarie University. Pre-Employment Checks Macquarie University/Health cultivates a workplace defined by safety, ethical conduct, and strong integrity. Prior to completion of an offer of employment, preferred candidates will be required to participate in a combination of pre-employment checks relevant to the role they have applied for. Your employment is conditional upon the completion and maintenance of all role-required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University/Health. A Place Where You Belong At Macquarie, we believe diversity makes us stronger, inclusion drives our success, and belonging inspires us to do our best work. We are proud to foster a community where different backgrounds, identities, and experiences are valued, and where our people are empowered to thrive through supportive leadership, shared responsibility, and a deep commitment to genuine care and respect for our community. Find out more about our vision for a truly inclusive workplace in our Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging Framework. Flexible Work At Macquarie, we believe by providing flexibility in when, where and how work is done, we can support our staff to manage their personal commitments, while optimising their work performance and contributions to the University. See how we lead in flexible work to enable an outcome focused and inclusive workplace. To learn more about our culture and hiring process, explore our Candidate Resource Hub.
Salary
$123,435 (Level B.1) plus 17% employer's superannuation contribution and annual leave loading
Posted
30 Apr 2026
