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Zurich, Switzerland
80th in World University Rankings 2024
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About the University of Zurich

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Founded in 1833, the University of Zurich (UZH) was the first university in Europe to be established by a democratic government rather than a monarch or the church.

Now the largest university in Switzerland, it is home to 26,000 students and comprises seven faculties offering over 100 degree programmes at undergraduate and postgraduate level.

UZH is a member of the League of European Research Universities, placing it among Europe’s most prestigious research institutions, with a particularly strong reputation in the fields of medicine, immunology, biology, genetics, neuroscience and economics.

Although its undergraduate degrees are mainly taught in Swiss Standard German, Masters’ courses are all taught in English.

The university maintains active links with the community and possesses an ethos that states all knowledge and research should be shared with the public. Consequently, the general public is granted access to its twelve museums and numerous libraries, and many of the university’s research findings are made accessible in the form of public lectures and panel discussions.

UZH also has close collaborations with other universities in Switzerland, including the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology Zurich, and across Europe.

The institution has a long tradition of forward-thinking and progressive policies. It was an early pioneer for women’s rights in education, for example, and was the first university in the German-speaking world to award a doctorate to a female student.

It also boasts associations with 12 Nobel Laureates, including Albert Einstein and Wilhelm Conrad Röntgen, who first detected X-rays.

Zurich is a major city for business and finance, as well as culture - home to myriad museums, art galleries, theatres and orchestras. In 2015, the Economist Intelligence Unit's Global Liveability Ranking placed Zürich among the top ten most liveable cities in the world.

All three of the university’s campuses are located near the city centre and are easily accessible by public transport.

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Key Student Statistics

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Student gender ratio
58 F : 42 M (1)
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International student percentage
24% (1)
student per staff
Students per staff
14.7 (1)
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Student total
25608 (1)

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Singapore Institute of Technology (SIT)

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Singapore


FACULTY OPENINGS AT THE SINGAPORE INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY The University: 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. Our faculty work closely with the 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. The Hospitality Business Programme (BHB): The Bachelor of Hospitality Business with Honours is a direct honours degree programme. It is the first and only hospitality business degree programme offered by an autonomous university in Singapore. The programme aims to nurture hospitality leaders who are passionate about making positive and tangible contributions to the industry. Qualifications: Applicants must be committed to excellence in discovery, teaching, and service to the hospitality and tourism industries. An applicant is required to have a Doctoral Degree in Hospitality and Tourism Management or a related field (e.g., Data Analytics, Big Data, Entrepreneurship, Asset Management, AI), preferably with extensive management experience in the hospitality and tourism business, excellent teaching experience, and a strong publication record (e.g., industry or community reports), or has the potential to excel in these three areas. Principal Duties: The Hospitality Business Programme (BHB) is seeking a Senior Lecturer, Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Full Professor in one or two of the following areas: Hospitality Tech / Digitalization / AI Application in Hospitality and Tourism / AI Marketing Data Analytics / Big Data Hospitality Investment and Development / Asset Management (Hospitality) Entrepreneurship Additionally, the successful candidate will conduct funded industry-relevant research, teach courses in their areas of expertise, and supervise capstone students in relevant topics. They are also granted paid leave to undertake consultancy work with industry and/or spend time attached to industry. As a young university, we encourage innovation and seek the most qualified candidates to join us in realising our vision. We offer competitive remuneration, generous employment benefits, access to funding for industry-relevant research, and opportunities to inspire and nurture the next generation of skilled and work-ready graduates. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. All applications must be submitted through the SIT website.

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New York University Abu Dhabi Corporation

United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi

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New York University Abu Dhabi Corporation

United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi


Description The Center for Brain and Health (CBH) at New York University Abu Dhabi (NYUAD) seeks to recruit a Junior Research Scientist to support innovative clinical and translational research on brain health and disease in diverse populations within the UAE and wider MENA region. The successful applicant will play a central role in the day-to-day execution of human-subjects research studies, working within a multidisciplinary team of faculty investigators, research assistants, clinicians, and students. The position involves coordinating clinical and observational research protocols that integrate advanced neuroimaging, neuromonitoring, and behavioural methods, with a strong emphasis on regulatory compliance, participant safety, and high-quality data collection. 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Research Fellow / Engineer (Cement and Concrete) - ZMS1

SINGAPORE INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY (SIT)

Singapore Institute of Technology (SIT)

Singapore

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Singapore Institute of Technology (SIT)

Singapore


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Posted

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