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Universidad Mayor de San Andrés (UMSA)

Universidad Mayor de San Andres was established in 1830 in the Bolivian capital, La Paz. It is the second oldest university in Bolivia and has played a significant role in national life.
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United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi

Description

The Center for Smart Engineering Materials (CSEM) at New York University Abu Dhabi invites applications for a Research Assistant position to support ongoing research in the design, development, and characterization of innovative and multifunctional construction materials, including self-sensing and self-healing systems, with applications in infrastructure, oil and gas, and energy-efficient construction.


	The successful candidate will work closely with a multidisciplinary team of postdoctoral researchers, faculty members, graduate students, and undergraduate students on a range of projects, including:
	Investigation of self-healing cementitious materials, including chemical and bio-based approaches (e.g., bio-mineralization, encapsulated agents).
	Characterization of self-sensing materials, including their electrical and mechanical behavior under various stressors;Contribution to life-cycle assessment (LCA) and life-cycle cost analysis (LCCA) of novel materials to evaluate their environmental and economic impacts;
	Support in experimental design, data collection and analysis, and dissemination of findings through reports and publications.


Qualifications:


	A bachelor’s or master’s degree in Civil Engineering, Materials Science, Chemistry, or a closely related field.
	Prior experience in materials synthesis, especially from industrial byproducts or brine sources, and in construction material characterization.
	Familiarity with life-cycle assessment (LCA) tools and methodologies.
	Exposure to smart materials, self-healing technologies, or sensor-integrated cementitious systems is a strong plus.
	Strong laboratory skills, data analysis capabilities, and a collaborative mindset.


Preferred Skills:


	Experience with AC impedance spectroscopy, electrical resistivity measurements, or chemical durability testing.
	Basic programming skills (e.g., MATLAB, Python) for data handling and sensor signal analysis.
	Enthusiasm for interdisciplinary research and the ability to support multiple concurrent projects.


The terms of employment are highly competitive and include housing and educational subsidies for children. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

To apply, please submit the following documents in PDF format:


	Cover letter
	Curriculum vitae
	Academic transcript(s)
	One-page statement of research interests and accomplishments
	Contact information for at least two referees


About NYUAD:

NYU Abu Dhabi is a degree-granting research university with a fully integrated liberal arts and science undergraduate program in the Arts, Sciences, Social Sciences, Humanities, and Engineering. NYU Abu Dhabi, NYU New York, and NYU Shanghai form the backbone of NYU’s global network university, an interconnected network of portal campuses and academic centers across six continents that enable seamless international mobility of students and faculty in their pursuit of academic and scholarly activity. This global university represents a transformative shift in higher education, one in which the intellectual and creative endeavors of academia are shaped and examined through an international and multicultural perspective. As a major intellectual hub at the crossroads of the Arab world, NYUAD serves as a center for scholarly thought, advanced research, knowledge creation, and sharing through its academic, research, and creative activities.

EOE/AA/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disabled/SexualOrientation/Gender Identity Employer

UAE Nationals are encouraged to apply.


New York University Abu Dhabi Corporation

United Kingdom, Guildford

As part of an exciting and ambitious digital transformation strategy, the University of Surrey is currently seeking an Azure Integration Developer to join our team, responsible for developing and supporting Azure integration solutions based on the Integration Team development framework.

The IT team at Surrey are plugged in to the whole University, and our digital transformation work underpins the University’s renewed strategy. IT is growing our digital transformation capability, improving student experience, and helping increase our research impact, all while maturing how we operate and creating the type of working environment that we want to work in.

It’s a vibrant and exciting time to join and be leading a great and well-respected team at the heart of the University’s strategic plans. This is a permanent role.?

The Role:

Working with team members and other relevant IT Teams and areas of the University business, you’ll work to ensure that system integration solutions are delivered efficiently and in accordance with the IT Integration strategy, complementing wider IT and University strategies and initiatives.

As part of our Integration Services team, you’ll ensure that system integration solutions are delivered effectively and in accordance with the IT Integration Strategy. This will also complement wider business strategies and initiatives, supporting the University’s Digital Transformation across a number of key workstreams, including (but not limited to):


	Flexible Learning Technology & Spaces
	Professional Services efficiency & effectiveness
	Curriculum design review
	Learning Analytics & student success
	Seamless student journey


Key Responsibilities:


	Deliver integration solutions in accordance with the Integration Team development framework/strategy (Azure ADO), this may involve co-ordinating work with third party consultants/suppliers.
	Work with Integration team to evolve the Azure Integration Platform and assist with continued ‘knowledge transfer’ to Integration Team members.
	Create and maintain operational and support documentation for newly implemented integrations.
	Pro-actively contribute to the support and development of existing integrations.
	Assist with integration based service incidents and change requests, ensuring that at all times requests are handled correctly and the service offering is to the highest standard.?
	Pro-actively contribute to continual service improvement of integration procedures, to improve working practices and the services offered to the University.?


What’s in it for you?

We think Surrey is an amazing place to work. We’re a global community of ideas and people, dedicated to life-changing education and research, and are carefully crafting a dynamic, flexible, and fun place to work and thrive.?

Alongside our unique collegiate atmosphere on-site and flexible hybrid/home working opportunities, we also offer:


	Competitive Salary
	Annual Incremental pay rise
	Market-leading pension?
	32 Days Holiday (PLUS Bank Holidays!)
	Salary Sacrifice Benefits including subsidised rail fare, cycle to work and on-site childcare
	Access to world-class fitness facilities at discounted rates?


Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

The University of Surrey is committed to providing an inclusive environment that offers equal opportunities for all. We value everyone in our community and are seeking to increase the diversity. Therefore, we particularly encourage applications from under-represented groups, such as people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic groups and people with disabilities.

Further details

Job Description


University of Surrey

From ?53040 per annum inclusive of London Weighting

United Kingdom, London

Location
Other

Salary
From ?53040 per annum inclusive of London Weighting

Post Type
Full Time

Post Type
Permanent

Closing Date
Thursday 02 October 2025

Interview Date
Thursday 16 October 2025

Reference
074S2025

University of East London

We’re the University of East London (UEL) founded in 1898 and proud to change lives through education. Our goal is to advance industry 5.0 careers-first education and provide a clear path to the jobs and opportunities of the future. We’re committed to driving diversity in the 5.0 talent pipeline, working in partnership to promote talent wherever it is found and creating a balanced, inclusive, and green future.

But we can't achieve this goal alone. We need forward-thinking, innovative, and curious individuals like you to join our community and help us craft our future. As part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to work with a diverse range of people who share your passion for creating positive change. We’re an inclusive and welcoming community that is constantly moving forward, never satisfied with the status quo.

About the School / Service?

IT Services is a centralised resource working collaboratively with the University community to transform UEL's digital world in line with the University’s Vision 2028 strategic plan. Engaging in ground-breaking initiatives delivered within a dynamically developing cloud environment, IT Services work closely with staff, students, partners and other key collaborators to identify technological improvements to our learning and working environments. We implement, develop and provide support for systems and services within the university’s IT Service Portfolio.

Every member of staff will embrace the University’s values, ensuring their behaviour reflects the ethos of the University, one committed to building a learning community founded on equality of opportunity and celebrating the rich diversity of our student and staff populations.

About the Job

We are looking for a methodical individual, who is passionate about technology, you will assist in the architecture for all service integrations throughout the organisation, to ensure that services are integrated in the most secure, reliable, standardised and optimised manner


	To assist in the design for integration and database projects, ensuring that new services are provisioned according to departmental standards
	To create, maintain and support any integration used by the organisation
	To manage service capacity, to monitor services on a regular basis ensuring that capacity is managed proactively
	To architect and maintain diagrams and documentation for all databases and service integrations, to provide senior management monthly reports in relation to these technologies


About You

We are looking for a hardworking and methodical individual to help design, development, monitor, and maintain data flows across UEL's extensive ecosystem of over 70 systems and services. ?The postholder will actively contribute to technical initiatives, ensuring the delivery of a high-performing, resilient service that aligns with industry standards and best practice frameworks. They will be expected to promote a culture of continuous improvement within the team and the wider department, driving the implementation of key ITIL initiatives. ?A proactive approach to ensuring the security of database and integration technologies is essential, including the design and execution of vulnerability assessments and penetration testing to safeguard systems. ?Building strong working relationships with key stakeholders across the University will be crucial, ensuring that systems remain aligned with evolving business requirements and continue to meet the University's operational needs effectively.

Benefits Package

At UEL, we believe that a great role is about more than just a salary. It’s about the complete package, including our outstanding work environment and inclusive culture.

We offer a genuinely competitive salary, dependent on experience (DOE), and a range of excellent benefits.

You can explore our full benefits package here:

https://uel.ac.uk/benefits-professional-services-positions

Equal Opportunities

UEL is an inclusive equal opportunities employer and are proud of our Equality, Diversity and Inclusivity achievements, including: zero gender pay gap, members of Stonewall and have won Athena Swan awards. We expect all employees of UEL to accept our EDI policy and will not tolerate discrimination in any form.

We're a disability confident employer and value all applications. Please let us know if you require any reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process.

So, if you’d like to take your career to the next level with us here at the University of East London and are inspired by our environment and commit to success, we want you to apply today!

Please note that this advert may close earlier than the stated deadline if we receive a high volume of applications. We encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible.

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.


University of East London

Morocco

Description of main research theme:

looking for a candidate with strong expertise in advanced thin film deposition, surface modification, and characterization techniques, aimed at developing innovative protective coatings and functional materials for industrial applications. The successful candidate will join a dynamic academic and research team, contributing to advancements in materials development with a focus on thin films, plasma treatments, and protective coatings.

Key responsibilities and qualifications include:


	Conduct research on thin film deposition using physical vapor deposition (PVD) techniques, including magnetron sputtering, and chemical vapor deposition (CVD) techniques,.
	Develop thin film materials with tailored properties for applications in corrosion resistance, wear resistance, and low-friction coatings.
	Apply low-pressure plasma treatments for surface modification such as nitriding and carburizing techniques to improve hardness, wear resistance, and fatigue life of metallic surfaces
	Perform advanced characterization of thin films, including structural, morphological, mechanical, and chemical analyses to understand film performance under various conditions.
	Collaborate with industry partners to address real-world challenges in protective coatings and contribute to the development of scalable solutions for wear and corrosion protection.
	Explore interdisciplinary applications of surface engineering, including energy, medical and automotive applications.
	Teach undergraduate and graduate courses related to materials science, thin film deposition, surface engineering, and characterization techniques.
	Supervision of master and PhD students, providing guidance on experimental techniques, data analysis, and research methodologies.
	Publish research findings in high-impact journals and present work at international conferences.
	Engage in interdisciplinary collaboration within the university and with external research partners. ?


Qualification requirements


	A Ph.D. in Materials Science, mechanical engineering, physics, or a related field.
	Demonstrated expertise in material science, chemistry, electrochemistry, and surface engineering, with a focus on surface engineering techniques and their applications.
	Proven expertise in the development of thin film materials for corrosion protection.
	Proficiency in experimental techniques relevant to surface engineering, surface characterization (e.g., XPS, AFM, SEM, Raman spectroscopy, Hardness, scratch, friction, and roughness testing), thin film materials synthesis and processing.
	Publication record showcasing research contributions in relevant fields such as low-pressure thin film deposition, thin film material design using physical vapor deposition, surface engineering, materials science, or related disciplines.
	Proven teaching skills and experience supervising undergraduate and graduate students.
	Ability to work collaboratively with researchers from diverse backgrounds to address interdisciplinary research questions and applications.
	Strong communication skills with the ability to write, speak, and present effectively to a wide variety of audiences including academics and industry representatives.
	Ability to forge collaborative relationships with peers and to work effectively and collaboratively with diverse stakeholders at various organizational levels ?


This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to research and teaching in materials science and plasma processing, with a focus on developing innovative, industry-relevant solutions in surface engineering and protective coatings.

Application procedure

Candidates interested in applying for this position should submit the following documents via our online application portal:


	A brief statement outlining your interest in the position, relevant expertise, and how your background aligns with the responsibilities outlined in the job description.
	A detailed CV including your educational background, research experience, publications, teaching experience, and any other relevant achievements.
	A summary of your past research accomplishments, ongoing research interests, and future research plans,
	A description of your teaching statement.
	Contact information of 3 references (applicants are assumed to have obtained their references’ consent to be contacted for this matter). ?


The short-listed candidates will be invited to meet the university selection committee.


Mohammed VI Polytechnic University

Overview of the UM6P and MSN department 

Located at the heart of the future Green City in Benguerir, Mohammed VI Polytechnic University (UM6P), a higher education institution with an international standard, is established to serve Morocco and the African continent. Its vision is honed around research and innovation at the service of education and development. This unique nascent university, with its state-of-the-art campus and infrastructure, has woven a sound academic and research network, and its recruitment process is seeking high quality academics and professionals in order to boost its quality-oriented research environment in the metropolitan area of Marrakech.

The Materials Science and Nano-engineering (MSN) department has an interdisciplinary vision based on the competence of its researchers and the relevance of the developed research themes/programs designed to meet different national and global issues.

MSN develops high-level basic and applied research in Materials Science and Nano-engineering. The developed research areas in MSN are at the borders of all aspects related to materials science. To achieve this challenge, MSN has adopted a research strategy and a clear vision, based on the following research axes:


	Energy Transition
	Smart and Functional Materials
	Circular Materials
	Advanced Materials Simulation


Position Announcement


	Job Title: Assistant Professor Position in Materials, Electrochemistry, and Corrosion Science
	Contract: Permanent position
	The selected candidate will work closely within the Smart and Functional Materials Cluster
	Place: UM6P – MSN Department – Smart and Functional Materials Cluster
	Contact: Pr. Johan Jacquemin – johan.jacquemin@um6p.ma


Description of the position

This Professor position is in materials, corrosion, and their related topics. The?position is intended for a confirmed professor (M/F), with at least 5 years research experience after a PhD in materials, electrochemistry, and Corrosion Science. He/she is keen on multidisciplinary work at the interface of basic research and the industrial world with confirmed experience in leading collaborative projects and supervising undergraduate students and PhDs. The Candidate must have a teaching experience of graduate courses in corrosion or related subject and have experience in the synthesis and characterisation of materials for Corrosion Science.

The position offers:


	A very competitive benefits package
	A unique portfolio of research partners and collaborators
	Highly motivated and rigorously selected PhD and Master students


Position Responsibilities and expertise:

The successful candidate must demonstrate potential to effectively develop, lead and maintain research programs. The candidate must have a strong commitment to excellence as he/she will be responsible for enhancing the quality of the research programs related to materials and corrosion engineering at MSN department.

Main tasks include fundamental & practical research and solving industrial corrosion and materials challenges, in addition exploring the environmental and design boundaries of conventional technologies, combining the academic and industry experience to find pragmatic solutions. The research interests of the candidate should be focused on:


	Study fundamental mechanisms of electrochemical reactions and corrosion.
	Explore the relationship between material structure and degradation mechanisms.
	Investigate surface and interface phenomena in materials by developing advanced in-situ and operando characterisations techniques for corrosion monitoring and understanding of degradation mechanisms.
	Develop sustainable approaches for corrosion protection and long-term materials durability.
	Evaluate material performance across key sectors like energy, chemistry, automotive... to address corrosion and degradation challenges.
	Establish national, African and internationals networks to advance collaboration in materials and corrosion science.
	Translate knowledge into impact through high-quality publications, patents, and technology transfer.
	Coordinate and manage industrial collaborations focused on corrosion sciences, materials performance, and durability solutions.


In addition, the candidate must be able to: 


	Develop teaching and training progams in electrochemistry and materials science and to be involved in various UM6P teaching programs including the Bachelor, Doctoral Training Center (DTC), and Executive Education programs. The annual teaching load is 100 hours.
	Design and teach Advanced Master of Science Modules related to material science, electrochemistry, and corrosion.
	Supervise and co-supervise PhD and Master theses
	Develop and lead interdisciplinary projects that connect materials, electrochemistry, and corrosion protection, within UM6P, national and international universities and institutions.


Selection criteria:


	PhD in materials science, electrochemistry, corrosion science or a closely related field.
	Expertise in corrosion science, electrochemistry, materials characterization, or related domains.
	Evidence of independent research capability and potential to develop a competitive research program.
	Ability to design and lead original research projects addressing corrosion, materials durability, and electrochemical systems. An excellent track record in high impact peer-reviewed publications and patents.
	Potential to attract external funding through competitive research grants and industrial partnerships.
	Track record of collaboration across disciplines and with industry or government partners.
	Capacity to translate research into real-world impact.
	Good leadership and project management skills with ability to foster teamwork.
	Experience in supervising undergraduate students, graduate students, PhDs students.
	Experience in teaching at undergraduate and/or postgraduate levels in materials science, chemistry, or engineering.
	Teaching experience in higher education with the capacity to develop new courses in material science, electrochemistry and corrosion, with the ability to mentor/organize teaching programs and connect research to teaching.
	Strong communication in both French and English.
	Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively in teams.


Applicants should submit


	Cover letter outlining research experience, achievements, and research interests
	Curriculum Vitae
	List of publications
	Names and contact information of three external referees (who are not current UM6P faculty)
	Letters of recommendation from peers in the discipline



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