Zaporizhzhia National University

Advert reference: uj_002365 Advert status: Online Apply by: 7 June 2026 Position Summary Industry: Education & Training Job category: Education and Training Campus: Doornfontein Campus Contract: Fixed Term Contract Remuneration: Market related EE position: Open to all Level: Skilled Introduction The University of Johannesburg (UJ) is a vibrant and cosmopolitan institution, guided by its bold UJ Strategy 2035, which emphasises Societal Impact and Sustainability, Global Footprint and Partnerships, and Technology for the Future. Committed to transformative change, UJ’s mission is “To transform and serve humanity through innovation and the collective and collaborative pursuit of knowledge.” The University is guided by the vision of building “An international university of choice, anchored in Africa and the global south, dynamically shaping a sustainable future". Job description “Please note that the University is obligated, in terms of recent amendments to the Criminal Law (Sexual Offences and Related Matters) Amendment Act 2021 (Act 13 of 2021), to assess all prospective employees (including applicants) against the National Register for Sex Offenders (NRSO). The outcome of such an assessment may have an impact upon possible employment with the University. For more information, please review the following link: Justice/Criminal/NRSO The Department of Chemical Sciences is an academic unit within the Faculty of Science, situated on both the Auckland Park Campus (APK) in Auckland Park, and the Doornfontein campus (DFC) in Johannesburg. The Department of Chemical Sciences seeks a Professor to join the Analytical Chemistry cluster. The successful candidate will be actively involved in teaching, research, and academic administration at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels. Responsibilities:  Be actively involved in core activities of the department such as teaching, research, academic administration, short-course development, marketing, and community engagement projects.  Assume responsibility to teach modules (theory and/or practical) enlisted for Analytical Chemistry undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in the Department.  The incumbent will also be expected to participate in curriculum development and teach modules in postgraduate programmes.  Annually publish peer-reviewed papers in accredited scientific and/or academic journals, and deliver papers at national and international conferences, commensurate with the level of appointment.  Actively supervise postgraduate students.  Obtain research funding from external funding bodies. Perform administrative and ad hoc duties as required by the Department. Minimum requirements PhD in Chemistry with specialisation in Analytical Chemistry. Must have at least 7 years' teaching experience / 5 years' industrial experience The candidate must be able to teach general chemistry and Analytical Chemistry at all levels. Proven research excellence in Analytical Chemistry or related field, with significant research outputs in ISI accredited journals. Experience in teaching at undergraduate and postgraduate level. Experience in preparing and delivering undergraduate and postgraduate practical laboratory sessions. Excellent knowledge and expertise in analytical instruments/techniques Experience in designing, executing and evaluating assessments. Demonstrate potential in supervising postgraduate students. Proof of student supervision to completion Evidence of external funding Evidence of community and/or industrial involvement would be beneficial. NRF rating will be preferred Strong commitment to good teaching and research Sound communication skills in English Competencies and Behavioural Attributes: Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English. Excellent teaching skills. Excellent computer skills and demonstrated competency in Excel. Good planning and organizational skills with ability to execute planned tasks. Strong interpersonal skills that supports collaboration with others and working as a team member. Ability to apply relevant skills in addressing chemistry problems. Ability to function under pressure and meet tight deadlines Working conditions and Expectations: Based in a private or semi-private office within a climate-controlled building, with consistent artificial lighting and varying levels of natural light depending on office location. Extended periods of desk-based work with frequent computer use for lecture preparation, academic writing, research supervision, marking, and communication with students and colleagues. Frequent prolonged standing and walking during lectures, tutorials, laboratory sessions, and student consultations, particularly within chemistry laboratories or fieldwork settings. Regular interaction with undergraduate and postgraduate students, requiring strong classroom management, technical communication skills, and the ability to adapt teaching methods to diverse learning needs. Minimal physical exertion outside of teaching, research, or field activities; may occasionally carry light materials, e.g. laboratory tools, or teaching equipment between venues or campuses (typically less than 10kg). Generally quiet working environment in office and laboratory spaces, with higher noise levels possible during practical sessions, workshops, or student demonstrations. An understanding of the confidential nature of academic work, including examination materials, research data, intellectual property, and student records. May be required to travel between campuses and laboratories for teaching, research collaboration, or academic events. High-volume workload with strict deadlines during assessment periods, research submissions, and conference preparations, occasionally requiring extended hours for grading or data analysis. Attendance of departmental meetings, academic conferences, field excursions, symposia, and graduation ceremonies, sometimes outside standard working hours. May be required to work beyond normal office hours to accommodate evening lectures, laboratory supervision, research activities, or collaboration with international research partners across time zones. Enquiries: Enquiries regarding the job content: Prof LN Dlamini at Tel: (011) 559 6945 Enquiries regarding remuneration & benefits: Mr Lubabalo Mgedezi (HCM Business Partner) at Tel: (011) 559 3892 Your application, comprising of a detailed Curriculum Vitae as well as the names and full contact details (including telephone numbers and e-mail addresses) of at least three traceable and credible referees must be uploaded before or on the closing date of the advertised post. Please also attach the following: a copy of your highest academic qualification, proof of registration with professional bodies you might belong to and if applying for an academic position, a list of accredited research output and/ or a portfolio of your creative output. If you require technical support / assistance on the UJ e-recruitment website, please contact our service provider PNET on the following contact details: 0861 227337/010 140 3099 or email ujsupport@pnet.co.za. Candidates may be subjected to appropriate psychometric testing and other selection instruments. In conjunction to merit on the basis of qualifications, experience and proven achievements the University of Johannesburg is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for persons with disabilities and those individuals from the historically disadvantaged groups. As necessitated by operational requirements the University reserves the right not to make an appointment to positions advertised. If you have not received a response from the University within 8 weeks of the closing date, you should assume that your application has been unsuccessful.  Please note that the University is obligated, in terms of recent amendments to the Criminal Law (Sexual Offences and Related Matters) Amendment Act 2021 (Act 13 of 2021), to assess all prospective employees (including applicants) against the National Register for Sex Offenders (NRSO). The outcome of such an assessment may have an impact upon possible employment with the University.

At the University of Vienna, almost 11,000 individuals explore the mysteries that shape our future. Among them, approximately 3,000 dedicated employees provide administrative and technical support for cutting-edge international research and teaching. With us you will discover a nurturing environment that encourages your continuous aspiration to discover and shape innovative solutions. Does this resonate with your ambitions? We are currently seeking a/an Technician 91 Centre for Microbiology and Environmental Systems Science Startdate: 15.06.2026 | Working hours: 40 | Collective bargaining agreement: §54 VwGr. IIIa Reference no.: 5736 Your personal sphere of influence: The Division of Microbial Ecology (https://dome.univie.ac.at/) at the University of Vienna’s Centre for Microbiology and Environmental Systems Science is one of the world’s leading research institutes, focusing on understanding the structure and function of microbiomes with the goal to address current global challenges from human to planetary health. The Woebken group investigates the genomic and physiological features of soil microorganisms that allow for their survival and success. Projects explore arid soils (desert biological soil crusts) that experience extended droughts, and temperate soils that are limited in easily available carbon sources. Your future tasks: We are looking for a highly-motivated technician who will support our research group in microbiological and molecular biological tasks. These include (but are not limited to): lab organization, media preparation, cultivating soil microorganisms, growth and activity measurements, nucleic acids extraction, PCR and dPCR, soil sample preparation for downstream analytical measurements. A particular focus will be the generation and curation of a culture collection in the Woebken Group. As such, the applicant should have experience in microbiology and/or molecular methods. The position is initially a one-year fixed-term contract (with mutual agreement part-time position is possible). On mutual agreement a transition to a permanent position is possible thereafter. This is part of your personality: Completed training in chemical engineering or biology (apprenticeship, vocational school, technical college) or equivalent training. Or Master’s degree in microbiology, molecular biology or related discipline. Highly motivated candidate with an excitement and enthusiasm for soil microbiology and for learning new methodological skills. Previous laboratory experience is required. Previous experience with bacterial growth and cultivation is ideal. The ability to work independently, reliability, a high degree of personal responsibility, and flexibility in performing assigned tasks. Ability to communicate in English. Overall good communication skills. Excitement and enthusiasm for science. Proactivity. Ability to work well with others, enjoyment of working in an international team Good organizational skills. Ability to work in a large department with numerous labs. What we offer: Work-life balance: You’ll enjoy flexible working hours. Inspiring working atmosphere: You’ll be part of an international, diverse and dedicated team with academic backgrounds in a relaxed work environment. Good public transport connections: Your new workplace is easily accessible by public transportation. Internal further training: We offer you ongoing opportunities to deepen your skills. Choose from a wide range of free courses. Fair salary: The basic salary of EUR 2759,2 (gross, paid 14 times a year) increases if we can credit professional experience. Equal opportunities for all: We welcome every new member to our team! It’s that easy to apply: With your CV /cover letter Leaving certificate / Vocational training diploma Letter of recommendation / employment reference Via our job portal / apply button If you have any content questions, please contact: Stephanie A. Eichorst (PhD) stephanie.eichorst@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. University of Vienna. Space for personalities. Since 1365. Data protection  Application deadline: 06/01/2026 Laboratory & Technology

Description The eBRAIN Lab (https://ebrain4everyone.com) in the Division of Engineering at New York University Abu Dhabi invites applications for a Post-Doctoral Associate position, to work in the area of research and development (R&D) of next-generation Edge-AI and Embodied-AI Systems with tiny-LLMs, tiny-VLMs, tiny-VLAs; Agentic-AI systems; and Robust Generative AI targeting hallucination, safety and security issues. Besides robustness, systems should also be optimized for high performance and energy-efficiency to realized efficient Embodied/Edge-AI implementations. A key focus will be on investigating novel methods with strong theoretical foundations as well as their full-system deployment in real-world applications from different fields (like autonomous systems, healthcare, and robotics) with cross-validation. Prof. Shafique’s lab has many-years of R&D experience in cross-layer design and optimization for building energy-efficient and robust brain-inspired, autonomous, and cognitive systems and intelligent vision systems, including efficient learning and inference of complex AI/ML algorithms, specialized neural processing hardware and design tools, and ML security, and their applications in resource-constrained Embodied-AI systems (like autonomous vehicles, UAVs/UGVs, Robotics, smart houses/cities, Wearables, and Healthcare). The long-term vision of the eBRAIN lab is on embedding an energy-efficient and secure electronic brain inside modern cyber-physical systems (CPS) and IoT-Edge devices to enable assistive cognitive technologies that care for / serve humanity and the ecosystem in a safe and green way. The successful applicants will join and drive a number of fascinating projects on designing, implementing, optimizing, prototyping and testing innovative solutions (software, hardware, or both) for the next-generation embodied-AI, GenAI and Agentic-AI systems, targeting high performance & energy-efficiency, robustness, and trustworthiness. A key focus will be on IP generation, patenting, high-quality publications in top-tier ML/AI, Robotics, and Systems conferences, and efficient prototyping for real-world use-cases. The candidates will work in a multidisciplinary environment consisting of PhD-level scientists, research engineers, graduate research students and undergraduate students, to investigate cutting-edge scientific methods and to develop full-system prototypes. The eBRAIN lab offers an excellent working environment with an international team of excellent researchers and engineers, high-tech equipment, and active R&D engagement, thereby providing many development possibilities. The candidates are expected to work in a highly collaborative environment with other lab members and industry collaborators. Requirements: Applicants should have a PhD in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field. Extensive and sound knowledge of ML, AI, DNN, LLMs/VLMs, Multimodal LLMs, RAG, Agentic frameworks, tinyML, ML frameworks (like PyTorch and Tensorflow), and Prototyping ML systems is required. The candidate should demonstrate a solid experience in practical AI/ML system development. Additional knowledge on MLOps, robust/secure computing, Hallucinations and Alignment, privacy-preserving ML, and ML security is highly desirable. Applicants with strong industrial experience and/or with publications at top/A* ML venues (conferences and journals) are highly preferred. The candidates are also expected to have strong organization, problem-solving, analytical, communication and writing skills as well as high motivation to pursue world-class research and development for practical ML/AI systems. Application Procedure: The terms of employment for these positions include very competitive salary with additional attractive benefits, including generous housing allowance, medical insurance with access to world class facilities, annual home leave allowance, and (if applicable) dependent private school fees. Salaries are tax-free in the UAE (for US tax, the Foreign Earned Income Exclusion can be used). The researchers will have dedicated funds for traveling, computing, publications, etc. and will have access to excellent world-class research facilities. The preferred starting date is September.2026, but earlier dates are also possible based on the excellence of the candidate and the processing steps. Applications will be accepted immediately and candidates will be considered until the position is filled. Review of applications will start simultaneously, and will continue until the position is filled. To be considered, all applicants must submit the following documents, all in PDF format. A cover letter Detailed curriculum vitae (CV) with R&D and programming skillset Full list of professional/industrial experience and scientific publications University degrees and transcripts (with grades), or a letter from supervisor/university officials regarding tentative completion date. 1-page executive summaries of PhD and MS Theses 1-page summary of professional experience, future growth plans 1-page of R&D accomplishments and interests 1-page letter of Motivation At least 2 letters of recommendation with contact information of the referees (can be provided later, if slightly more time is required) R&D statement with an envisioned workplan over 2 years (can be provided after shortlisting) Download links for the PDFs of PhD and MS Theses (if available). If you have any questions, please email Prof. Muhammad Shafique at muhammad.shafique@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. Students are drawn from among the world’s best. They are bright, intellectually passionate, and committed to building a campus environment anchored in mutual respect, understanding, and care. The NYUAD undergraduate student body has garnered an impressive record of scholarships, graduate-school admissions, and other global honors. Graduate education is an area of growth for the University; the current graduate student population of over 100 students is expected to expand in the next decade as doctoral programs are developed. Working for NYUAD At NYUAD, we recognize that Abu Dhabi is more than where you work; it’s your home. In order for research staff to thrive, we offer a comprehensive benefits package. This starts with a generous relocation allowance; educational assistance for your dependents; access to health and wellness services; and more. NYUAD is committed to research staff success throughout the academic trajectory, providing support for ambitious and world-class research projects and innovative, interactive teaching approaches. Support for dual-career families is a priority. Visit our website for more information on benefits for you and your dependents. NYUAD is an equal-opportunity employer. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates and seek individuals who will contribute to the excellence and vibrancy of our academic community. Applications are welcome from all qualified candidates. In line with UAE regulations, Emirati candidates are encouraged to apply. Join NYU Abu Dhabi, an exceptional place for exceptional people. NYUAD values belonging and respect; such principles are fundamental to the university’s commitment to excellence. NYUAD is an equal-opportunity employer. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates and seek individuals who will contribute to our vibrant, multidisciplinary research and teaching community. Multidisciplinary research and exceptional teaching in a global campus community are hallmarks of the University’s mission. @WorkAtNYUAD