Wachemo University

Liverpool John Moores University (LJMU) is a distinctive, unique institution, rooted in the Liverpool City Region and with a global presence. Our students and staff, past, present, and future, are the beating heart of our city and can be found in every corner of every industry and community. We couldn’t exist anywhere else and have shaped the city in which we belong. Working with the people of Liverpool to improve lives and support communities is at the heart of why we were founded and why we exist today. Based in the Academic Quality and Standards Team, situated within the university’s Academic Registry, this is an exciting opportunity to support the university’s mechanisms for monitoring the quality and standards of its academic programmes as well as supporting engagement with Professional, Statutory and Regulatory Bodies. We are seeking a highly organised and proactive individual, with excellent interpersonal and communication skills, capable of engaging diverse stakeholders and conveying complex information clearly. You should be able to work both independently and collaboratively, prioritise effectively and maintain accurate records. An adept report writer, you should also possess a strong analytical ability, including the ability to apply statistical principles to data, and should be proficient in the use of key IT packages including Microsoft Office, web-authoring and database management software. Informal inquiries may be made to Andrew Jarrett, Head of Academic Quality and Standards at A.J.Jarrett@ljmu.ac.uk or Lucy McKenzie, Academic Quality and Standards Team Leader (Monitoring and External Regulation) at L.H.McKenzie@ljmu.ac.uk In return, we offer an excellent benefits package including generous annual leave entitlement, pension scheme, induction and development support as well as family-friendly policies. This is an exciting time to join the university as we deliver the LJMU Strategy 2030 and its vision of LJMU as an inclusive civic university transforming lives and futures, by placing students at the heart of everything we do. If you feel that this is the role you have been looking for and your skills and experience can make a real difference at LJMU, we look forward to hearing from you. LJMU is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds and communities irrespective of age, transgender status, disability, gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity and religion or belief. All our appointments are made on merit. Please note all of our vacancies will be closed to applications at midnight on the advertised closing date, unless otherwise stated.

At the University of Vienna, over 10,000 people work together on the big questions of the future. Approximately 7,500 of them are academic staff members. These are individuals who, with their curiosity and their continuous pursuit of excellence, engage in international cutting-edge research and teaching. With us, you will also find space to unfold your potential. We are looking for a/an  Senior Scientist in Numerical Astrophysics for Planetary and Stellar Atmospheres 53 Faculty of Earth Sciences, Geography and Astronomy Startdate: 01.02.2026 | Working hours: 40 | Collective bargaining agreement: §48 VwGr. B1 lit. b (postdoc) Limited until: permanent Reference no.: 4874 The position is part of the Solar System Evolution group led by Ass.-Prof. Kristina Kislyakova. The main research direction of this group consists of unraveling the evolutionary pathways of the Solar System bodies, in particular Earth, Venus, and Mars, and determining the place of the Solar System within the larger family of exoplanets. Your working place: The Department of Astrophysics with currently around 90 members is part of the Faculty of Earth Sciences, Geography and Astronomy at the University of Vienna. We are searching for a Senior scientist to contribute to the development of numerical codes used by the Solar System Evolution group and other groups at the department. Our ideal candidate has a scientific background in the evolution of stellar and planetary atmospheres and strong background in computational astrophysics and software development. The job consists of two equally important parts: 1) to contribute to the research in the area of atmospheric evolution with the focus on atmospheric escape and 2) to take the lead in developing and supporting computational tools for atmospheric studies, such as finding the best solvers that can be used in the codes used by the Solar System Evolution and other groups at the department. The position is initially limited to 3 years with possibility to become permanent by mutual agreement. The starting date is as early as February 1st, 2026, but no later than June 1st, 2026. Your future tasks: Active participation in research, teaching & administration, which means: You build an excellent research profile in the field of planetary and stellar atmospheres, and Solar System research. You lead and participate in scientific publications in peer-reviewed journals and presentations at international meetings. You take the lead in the application of new computational tools, such as solvers, to the existing codes used by the group such as the hydrodynamic atmospheric codes for planetary and stellar atmospheres and particles codes. You contribute software expertise to other computational astrophysical groups. You (co-)supervise Bachelor, Master, and Doctoral students in Astronomy. You hold courses independently within the scope of the provisions of the collective bargaining agreement. You take on administrative tasks in research and teaching as well as evaluation procedures. This is part of your personality: You must have: A completed doctoral/PhD degree in astronomy/astrophysics A proven track record in scientific programming in software development teams with applications to various scientific tasks A versatile research profile with works from different areas of astrophysics (e.g., stellar astrophysics, planetary science) Research competence and initiative proven through international publications in peer-relevant media Excellent abilities to work in a team and excellent communication skills in English Additionally: Previously acquired third-party funding is desirable Supervision and teaching experience is an advantage Good organisational skills are desirable Presentation experience in an international setting is a benefit Visible scientific track record (invited talks, panel participation) is a strong asset What we offer: Inspiring working atmosphere: You will have the opportunity to work within a dedicated team on forefront science, while profiting from the international environment in the Department of Astrophysics. We have privileged access to the Vienna Scientific Cluster (VSC) super-computing facility. As a member state of ESO and ESA, Austria has access to their first-class observing facilities. Good public transport connections: Your working place, the University Observatory, is located in the middle of the natural monument Observatory Park in the lively city of Vienna with outstanding public transport. Work-life balance: Our employees enjoy flexible working hours. Upon agreement, hybrid working hours within Austria might be possible up to a certain extent. 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: A basic gross salary of EUR 4,932,90 (on a 40h/week basis; amount as of February 1st, 2025) per month, 14 times a year, 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: Please prepare your application as a single PDF file which includes: A motivation letter / letter of intent Your CV with a list of publications and presentations A statement of research interests (maximum of 3 pages) Doctoral/PhD degree Contact details of three persons who can provide a letter of recommendation Please apply via our job portal / Apply now button If you have any questions, please contact: Kristina Kislyakova kristina.kislyakova@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 place particular emphasis on enhancing women’s representation among the academic and general university staff, particularly in leadership roles, and therefore expressly encourage qualified women to apply. Given equal qualifications, preference will be given to female candidates. 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About us The Dickson Poon School of Law at King’s College London is one of the oldest law schools in England and recognised as one of the best law schools in the world. We are based in the East Wing of Somerset House, a Grade One listed building, on our Strand Campus.  This role is part of the Digital Education Team in the Law Professional Services. We operate a hybrid working policy and you will be expected to spend a minimum of two working days per week on campus.  About the role This role will support the School’s online programme portfolio, of which there are currently three online programmes, with two new programmes starting in 2026. Working in a fast-paced and digitally enabled academic environment, the postholder is responsible for managing complex queries, liaising with internal and external stakeholders, and supporting students from pre-enrolment to graduation and beyond. A key part of the role involves working with KEATS (Moodle) to support online learning. This includes updating course pages, uploading learning materials, and supporting the design and delivery of online assessments and activities. The postholder will also lead on the onboarding of new students, working closely with central teams to ensure a smooth and engaging start to their studies, coordinating assessments and results processing, and maintaining accurate student data, and will organise and manage events such as inductions, graduation, webinars, and academic support sessions. The role requires excellent communication and organisational skills, strong digital literacy, and the ability to manage competing priorities. This post will be offered on an indefinite contract. This is a full-time post – 100% full time equivalent About you To be successful in this role, we are looking for candidates to have the following skills and experience: Essential criteria Excellent written and verbal communication skills including the ability to draft documents and correspondence to a diverse audience. Strong numeracy skills and ability to analyse complex numerical data. Methodical, detail oriented and flexible in approach to work, maintaining a high level of accuracy. Strong time management and organisational skills, adept at meeting tight deadlines and managing competing priorities, with a willingness to seek and utilise support as needed. Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Office packages (particularly word and excel) and the ability to work on new systems. Ability to work with a broad range of stakeholders in a professional and assured manner. Proactive with the ability to work independently as well as delivering within a team Curious, customer service-oriented, with a commitment to personal accountability and continuous improvement Comfortable with adapting to change, driving own professional development Desirable criteria Degree level or equivalent qualification or experience. Experience of using virtual learning environments. Experience in the use of databases, student records systems (such as SITS) and website content management systems. Dedication to fostering equality, diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Downloading a copy of our Job Description Full details of the role and the skills, knowledge and experience required can be found in the Job Description document, provided at the bottom of the page. This document will provide information of what criteria will be assessed at each stage of the recruitment process. Further Information We pride ourselves on being inclusive and welcoming. We embrace diversity and want everyone to feel that they belong and are connected to others in our community. We are committed to working with our staff and unions on these and other issues, to continue to support our people and to develop a diverse and inclusive culture at King's. As part of this commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion and through this appointment process, it is our aim to develop candidate pools that include applicants from all backgrounds and communities. We ask all candidates to submit a copy of their CV, and a supporting statement, detailing how they meet the essential criteria listed in the person specification section of the job description. If we receive a strong field of candidates, we may use the desirable criteria to choose our final shortlist, so please include your evidence against these where possible. To find out how our managers will review your application, please take a look at our ‘How we Recruit’ pages. Grade and Salary: £34,713 - £38,127 per annum, including London Weighting Allowance Job ID: 133126 Close Date: 08-Jan-2026 Contact Person: Katie Hart Contact Details: katie.hart@kcl.ac.uk