Zambian Open University

Location Stratford Campus Salary £46,471 to £60,752 Post Type Full Time Post Type Permanent Closing Date Sunday 08 February 2026 Interview Date Tuesday 24 February 2026 Reference 0069-26-A University of East London Founded in 1898, the University of East London (UEL) has a long and proud history of widening participation and transforming lives through education. Today, guided by our Vision 2028 strategic plan, we are committed to delivering careers-first, Industry 5.0 education that equips graduates with the skills, knowledge, and adaptability required for the future world of work. We are passionate about diversity, inclusion, and sustainability, and about creating opportunities for talent wherever it is found. Our vibrant and inclusive community is driven by innovation, collaboration, and a shared commitment to positive social change. To realise our ambitions, we are seeking forward-thinking, reflective, and practice-informed individuals to join us and help shape the future of education at UEL. About Us The School of Childhood and Social Care brings together expertise from psychology, education, social work, counselling, and social care to foster interdisciplinary collaboration, enrich the student experience, and strengthen community engagement. The school plays a key role within the Stratford Health Campus, supporting professional education, applied research, and practice-based learning. Within the School, the Department of Social Work, Counselling and Social Care delivers a well-established portfolio of undergraduate and postgraduate counselling programmes, many of which are professionally accredited and strongly connected to clinical practice and employability. About the Job We are seeking a Lecturer / Senior Lecturer in Counselling to contribute to teaching, research, clinical supervision, and academic leadership across our undergraduate and postgraduate counselling provision. The post holder will contribute to the academic, professional, research, and administrative activities of the Counselling Cluster within the Department of Social Work, Counselling and Social Care, and, where appropriate, across the wider School. The role includes module leadership, teaching across a range of counselling-related subjects, assessment and feedback, supervision of student research projects, and participation in admissions, recruitment, and academic administration. Teaching will be delivered primarily face-to-face at our Stratford Campus, with some online delivery as required. The role also involves providing high-quality clinical supervision and supporting students to integrate theory, research, and professional practice in line with BACP and other relevant professional standards. The post holder will be expected to engage in scholarly activity and contribute to the continued development and growth of the counselling portfolio, as well as to the wider research culture of the Department and School. About You We are looking for an enthusiastic, student-focused academic and practitioner who is passionate about counselling education, clinical practice, and widening participation in higher education. You will hold a BACP-accredited postgraduate qualification in Counselling and Psychotherapy and/or Counselling and Coaching and be qualified to teach at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels. You will be registered with a relevant professional body (preferably BACP), ideally accredited or eligible to apply for accreditation. You will be able to demonstrate significant experience of counselling practice, alongside experience of teaching and/or training in higher education or a comparable professional context. Experience of clinical supervision, research supervision, module leadership, and curriculum development is highly desirable, as is a strong commitment to scholarly activity and professional development. You will bring excellent communication, organisational, and interpersonal skills, and a clear commitment to inclusive, ethical, and reflective practice. An understanding of, and commitment to, supporting diverse student cohorts and working flexibly (including occasional evenings and Saturdays) is essential.  Benefits Package Here at UEL we understand it’s about more than just a salary. It’s about the entire package on offer along with our outstanding work environment and inclusive culture. We know the market rates for this vacancy and will offer a genuinely competitive salary DOE. We care deeply about your wellbeing and our benefits includes: 20% pension (4% from you, 16% from us), 25 days holiday (plus 3 days over Christmas) plus bank holidays, hybrid working for most positions, and we’re always open to consider flexible working arrangements. We have a subsidised gym membership, 3 times base salary life assurance, a cashback healthcare scheme and wide variety of other generous benefits including discounts on: Apple and Samsung products, holidays, clothing, fitness, lifestyle, dining out and weekly shopping. https://uel.ac.uk/benefits-all-academic-positions Equal Opportunities UEL is an inclusive, equal opportunities employer and is proud of its achievements in Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion, including a zero gender pay gap, Athena Swan awards, and membership of Stonewall. We expect all staff to uphold our EDI and Health & Safety policies and to contribute positively to our inclusive culture. We are a Disability Confident employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Reasonable adjustments will be provided throughout the recruitment process where required. Further Details Job Description & Person Specification To contact the recruitment team please phone +44 20 8223 3000 x 4600 or e-mail jobs@uel.ac.uk CVs without a completed application form will not be accepted. At UEL we are committed to working together to build a community which values diversity in both our staff and student populations, is representative and inclusive, enabling all to progress and thrive.

Description The Micro- and Nanoscale Bioengineering Lab (MNBL) at New York University Abu Dhabi is seeking to recruit a research associate for biosensing of cardiovascular diseases. Applicants with a strong background in biosensor design and fabrication, as well as in clinical diagnostics, are encouraged to apply. Research in the MNBL focuses on the design and fabrication of biosensors for the early detection of cardiovascular diseases. Responsibilities of the position include the development of 2D materials-based biosensors for the detection of miRNAs. The candidate will work in a multidisciplinary environment comprising PhD-level scientists, graduate students, and undergraduate students, thereby acquiring valuable skills in writing manuscripts and establishing collaborations across disciplines. Applicants must hold a PhD degree in the science/engineering field. They must also have excellent biosensing expertise; multi-year experience in clinical diagnostics is a plus. Applicants must submit a cover letter, a curriculum vitae with a full publication list, transcript, a statement of research interests, and two letters of reference, all in PDF format. If you have any questions, please email Prof. Rafael Song at rafael.song@nyu.edu/. The terms of employment are very competitive and include housing and educational subsidies for children. Applications will be accepted immediately, and candidates will be considered until the position is filled. To be considered, all applicants must submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, transcript of degree, a one-page summary of research accomplishments and interests, and at least two letters of recommendation, all in PDF format. Please visit our website at http://nyuad.nyu.edu/en/about/careers/faculty-positions.html for instructions and information on how to apply. If you have any questions, please email: mrasras@nyu.edu. About NYU Abu Dhabi https://nyuad.nyu.edu/en/ NYU Abu Dhabi is the first comprehensive liberal arts and research campus in the Middle East to be operated abroad by a major American research university. Times Higher Education ranks NYU among the top 30 universities in the world, making NYU Abu Dhabi the highest-ranked university in the UAE and MENA region. NYU Abu Dhabi has integrated a highly selective undergraduate curriculum across the disciplines with a world center for advanced research and scholarship. The university enables its students in the sciences, engineering, social sciences, humanities, and arts to succeed in an increasingly interdependent world and advance cooperation and progress on humanity’s shared challenges. NYU Abu Dhabi’s high-achieving students have come from over 120 countries and speak over 100 languages. Together, NYU's campuses in New York, Abu Dhabi, and Shanghai form the backbone of a unique global university, giving faculty and students opportunities to experience varied learning environments and immersion in other cultures at one or more of the numerous study-abroad sites NYU maintains on six continents. NYUAD is committed to upholding a culture of non-discrimination, anti-harassment, dignity, and mutual respect; providing equal access and opportunity; and fostering academic excellence in learning, research, and teaching. UAE Nationals are encouraged to apply.

The University of Vienna is a community of over 10,000 individuals, including approximately 7,500 academic staff members, who passionately pursue answers to the profound questions that shape our future. Fueled by curiosity and a deep sense of duty, they contribute invaluable insights to research and teaching, enriching our society. Are you inspired and driven by the desire to make a meaningful impact? We are currently seeking a/an Part-time University Assistant postdoctoral candidate in the HAITrans research group 58 Centre for Translation Studies Startdate: 01.04.2026 | Working hours: 20 | Collective bargaining agreement: §48 VwGr. B1 lit. b (postdoc) Limited until: 31.03.2032 Reference no.: 5115 Explore and teach at the University of Vienna, where over 7,500 brilliant minds have found a unique balance of freedom and support. Join us if you’re passionate about groundbreaking international research and academic excellence. Ready to be part of our team? Let’s shape the future together! The University of Vienna Centre for Translation Studies (ZTW) is looking for a German and English-speaking post-doc candidate to join the HAITrans (Human and Artificial Intelligence in Translation) research group and take a lead in the group’s “Improving the quality of Translation/Revision/PEMT output by using automatic speech tools and LLMs” and “Cognitive investigations of Translation/Revision/PEMT practices” research themes. The successful candidate will have: a PhD in Translation Studies/Machine Translation; practical experience conducting data-driven research in a machine translation/large language models (LLM)-related area using a variety of technologies, including eye-tracking; experience as translator/reviser/MT post-editor/localiser/terminologist; in-depth knowledge of or experience with a wide range of language technologies, such as: Neural Machine Translation (NMT), LLMs, Computer-Assisted Translation (CAT), Terminology Extraction and Management, Quality Assurance; experience working with professional linguists who are members of professional organisations; excellent communication and self-management skills, as well as a proactive attitude regarding using technologies to address genuine professional translator challenges. The candidate will have access to the HAITrans eye-tracking lab, as well as the UniVie computing facilities, and will contribute to the research, teaching and administrative activities of the ZTW under the supervision of the HAITrans research group leader Univ.-Prof. Dragoș Ciobanu, PhD. Your personal sphere of play: Your future position is within the HAITrans research group (https://haitrans.univie.ac.at/) based in the University of Vienna Centre for Translation Studies. HAITrans investigates the behavioural and cognitive effects which technologies such as machine translation and automatic speech recognition and synthesis have on translators, as well as their impact on the profession, practice, training and society at large. This position is limited until 31.03.2032. Your future tasks: Active participation in research, teaching, and administration, which involves:  Advancing understanding of the “Improving the quality of Translation/Revision/PEMT output by using automatic speech tools and LLMs” and “Cognitive investigations of Translation/Revision/PEMT practices” research themes of the ZTW HAITrans research group. Building the HAITrans internal capacity for conducting data-driven research of Neural Machine Translation/Large Language Models/Speech technologies and practices. Designing, performing and analysing eye-tracking experiments. Providing scientific and technical support to group members. Strengthening an independent research profile. Publishing in high-ranked journals/conference proceedings. Being responsible for submitting project applications and acquiring third-party funding. Being responsible for engaging with the community of professional translators. Independent teaching of courses as defined by the collective agreement. Participation in evaluation measures and quality assurance. Taking the lead in the organisation of meetings, conferences, symposiums. Involvement in the department administration, as well as in teaching and research administration. Candidate profile: PhD in Translation Studies/Machine Translation. Practical experience using a wide range of technologies, including: Neural Machine Translation (NMT), LLMs, Computer-Assisted Translation tools, eye-tracking, Automatic Speech Recognition, Automatic Speech Synthesis, Terminology Extraction and Management, Quality Assurance, as well as data analysis and visualisation. Strong publication record in top-tier international journals and conferences. Mentoring, leadership, or teaching experience. Self-motivation, attention to detail, problem-solving attitude and a drive to produce high-quality work. Creativity and originality in proposing to investigate a research topic that addresses a real-world challenge which professional translators face. Experience in engaging with the wider community of professional translators and professional organisations; High ability to express oneself both orally and in writing. Excellent command of written and spoken German and English. Advanced IT user skills. Ability to work in a team. Desirable knowledge/experience includes: Professional experience as translator/reviser/MT post-editor. Statistics, data analysis and visualisation. Knowledge of university processes and structures. Ability to design, deliver and evaluate university courses. Experience in the translation science context at the University of Vienna. Additional languages besides German and English will be an asset. What we offer: Work-life balance: Our employees enjoy flexible 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. Fixed-term contract and fair salary: The basic salary of EUR 5.014,30 (full-time basis) (14 times a year) for a period of 6 years / 72 months increases if we can credit professional experience. Equal opportunities for all: We welcome every additional/new personality to the team! It is that easy to apply: The application should be a single PDF file, including the following: Letter of Motivation in English which demonstrates why the candidate fits the requirements of the role. Concise description of research interests and research plan in English, indicating clearly how these align with the HAITrans research themes mentioned in this role description. Curriculum vitae in English. List of publications/presentations, evidence of teaching experience in English. Degree certificates (either in English or accompanied by an English translation). Contact details of two referees who can provide letters of reference in English. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to a practical task in addition to an interview.  If you have any questions, please contact: Univ.-Prof. Dragoș Ciobanu, PhD Professor of Computational Terminology and Machine Translation dragos.ioan.ciobanu@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: 01/30/2026 (MM-DD-YYYY) Post Doc