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Blaise Pascal University

Blaise Pascal University was a public university with its main campus in Clermont-Ferrand, France. There are satellite locations in other parts of the region of Auvergne including Vichy, Moulins, Montlucon and Aubiere. 
On January 1st 2017, it merged with the University of Auvergne to become a single university called University of Clermont Auvergne.  
Until 2018, Blaise Pascal University was ranked as a separate institution in the THE World University Rankings. Since the 2019 World University Rankings, University of Clermont Auvergne (which is a merger of Blaise Pascal University and University of Auvergne) has been ranked as a single institution.

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Finland

Aalto University is where science and art meet technology and business. We shape a sustainable future by making research breakthroughs in and across our disciplines, sparking the game changers of tomorrow and creating novel solutions to major global challenges. Our community is made up of 120 nationalities, 14 000 students, 400 professors and close to 5000 faculty and staff working on our dynamic campus in Espoo, Greater Helsinki, Finland. Diversity is part of who we are, and we actively work to ensure our community’s diversity and inclusiveness. This is why we warmly encourage qualified candidates from all backgrounds to join our community.

The Department of Neuroscience and Biomedical Engineering (NBE) is home to world-class multidisciplinary research in human systems neuroscience, multimodal neuroimaging, neurostimulation, experimental biophysics, and biomedical engineering. The levels of description in the research and education at the department range from molecular and cellular measures to noninvasive neuroimaging and behavioral measurements. New generations of multidisciplinary scientists and engineers are educated by engaging them with cutting-edge science and technology. Our strong emphasis on research is also reflected in our wide-ranging collaborations, the highly international composition of our staff, and broad spectrum of funding sources. Our graduates assume positions in academia, industry, and government and emphasize importance of scientific evidence in our society. Our research discoveries and innovations pave the way for new companies contributing to health, wellbeing, and prosperity.

The Department of Neuroscience and Biomedical Engineering at Aalto University School of Science invites applications for:

Assistant Professor Position (Tenure Track) in Living State Physics

We are looking for Assistant professor in the emerging field of Living State Physics, which integrates concepts, methodologies, tools, and techniques from the physical sciences and engineering to advance our understanding of processes and properties distinctive to living organisms and systems.

Successful candidates should have a strong background, for example, in molecular and cellular biophysics, biophotonics, non-equilibrium phenomena, or biological engineering.

While the scope of the position is broad, the new Assistant professor is expected to have a strongly experimental approach to research. Their research can span spatial scales ranging from single molecules and proteins to multicellular systems.

The position will be filled at the Assistant Professor level which is full-time fixed-term entry-level faculty position on the Aalto University tenure track. NBE is committed to fostering an inclusive environment with diverse faculty members. Women and others underrepresented in the field of this call are particularly encouraged to apply.

Role and requirements

The position is open to individuals with a doctorate in physics or a closely related field. The new professor is expected to build and lead an internationally recognized research group and establish an ambitious research program in the burgeoning research field of Living State Physics.

The new professor shall actively engage in education in this field at the NBE department and also wider at Aalto University and should participate in the development of our curricula at Bachelor's, Master's, and Doctoral levels.?

The applicant to be appointed to tenure track needs to demonstrate fluency in English.

Colleagues and infrastructure

Research at the Department of Neuroscience and Biomedical Engineering encompasses multiple disciplines. While we are looking for a new faculty member with strong competence in their own field, we equally emphasize the importance of being able to appreciate and learn about other fields of study. We also value the curiosity and courage to engage in interdisciplinary work, thereby crossing levels of description ranging from single molecules to systems level.?

The Otaniemi campus offers a comprehensive research infrastructure, including:


	The Aalto University Nanomicroscopy Center provides access to high-resolution electron microscopy, scanning probe microscopy, and X-ray scattering instruments for soft, hard, and biomaterial sample imaging and characterisation.
	Micronova is part of OtaNano, Finland's national research infrastructure for micro- and nanotechnology. It is run jointly by VTT (Technical Research Centre of Finland) and Aalto University. Its mission is to develop innovative, enabling technologies, and to apply these in practical micro- and nanosystems. Research at Micronova focuses on micro and nanotechnology, material and device physics, and optics.
	Aalto Neuroimaging (ANI) Infrastructure is hosted at NBE. ANI houses functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) at Advanced Magnetic Imaging (AMI) Centre, magnetoencephalography (MEG) at MEG Core, and behavioral and psychophysical measurement systems at Aalto Behavioral Laboratory (ABL).
	Computational infrastructure comprised of Triton high-performance computing cluster, CSC– IT Center for Science, and LUMI supercomputer.


Potential collaborative institutions include:


	Aalto University in general and NBE in particular have well-established connections to University of Helsinki and Helsinki University Hospital. These connections provide excellent opportunities for translational research and for developing clinical applications.
	Technical Research Centre of Finland,  VTT  is one of Europe’s leading research institutions. VTT is owned by the Finnish state and advances the utilization and commercialization of research and technology. VTT is?located on the Otaniemi campus.


Tenure track in Aalto University

The position is in the tenure track career system, where professors are expected to conduct and supervise scientific research, to provide related academic education, to contribute to developing their field or discipline, as well as to participate in academic service to the University and beyond in the society. For more information on the tenure track system of Aalto University, including evaluation criteria, please see https://www.aalto.fi/en/tenure-track

The Assistant Professor applicants will be reviewed?based on?their potential and merits in research, teaching, service and impact in relation to the career stage.

Individuals appointed to the tenure track conduct research and teach in order to build academic merits towards qualifying for an appointment to a tenured position. Career advancement on the tenure track is based on scheduled appointment reviews, which take into account the candidate?s merits in all evaluation areas.

What we offer

All our work is guided by the values of the university: responsibility, courage, and collaboration. We are an open community where equality and inclusion enable curiosity, innovation, collaboration and wellbeing. We provide:


	Starting package and grant writing support to help you establish your own team,
	Excellent staff training and mentoring?programmes,
	Occupational health care services, and
	Relocation support


Aalto University encourages flexible working hours to allow a healthy balance between work and family life. For all new staff members and their families, Aalto University provides dedicated introductory social and cultural events around the year.

Aalto University follows the salary system of Finnish universities. The position will be located at the Aalto University Otaniemi Campus.

Finland is a great country to live in, with or without family. Finland is safe, politically stable, and well-organized society with a healthy living environment. Finland offers many state-subsidized services including affordable day care, free schools and universities, which are consistently ranked among the best in the world. More information about living and working in Finland is available here.

For more information

If you have any questions or need additional information about the open position, please do not hesitate to contact the Chair of the Departmental Committee, Professor Anton Kuzyk,
anton.kuzyk@aalto.fi, and for questions related to the recruitment process HR Partner Jenni St?hl, jenni.stahl@aalto.fi.

Ready to apply?

If you want to join our community, please submit your application no later than 15.08.2025 (before midnight Finnish time) through our recruiting system by using the "Apply" link.

To apply, please share the following application materials with us:


	Cover letter
	Curriculum Vitae: please follow the template recommended by The Finnish Advisory Board on Research Integrity.
	List of publications, with the five most significant publications highlighted, including a paragraph describing their significance and the applicant’s contribution.
	Research po



	rtfolio: a concise (4-10 pages) reflection on the merits, long-term vision, and research plan. For instructions, visit Policies and Procedures ?document, Page 25. Please include a description of potential synergies with current research groups at NBE.


All material should be submitted in English and must be enclosed as a single standard pdf file with file name “lastname_firstname_application.pdf”. The first document of the pdf file is the cover letter, followed by the appendices in the order given in the list above. Applications should be written using a minimum font size of 11 pt. The application materials will not be returned.?Please also note that our recruitment system will accept only a limited number of attachment, (max 5 with 5MB size each) - consequently please abide by our request to combine materials to a single pdf-file.

Applications for tenure track positions should be addressed to the Dean of Aalto University’s School of Science and sent through the electronic recruitment system.?Please refer to the title of the position concerned in your application.

Based on the application materials, the Departmental Committee of the recruitment will choose the most suitable applicants to visit NBE for interviews and teaching demonstrations.?
A teaching portfolio will be requested from these shortlisted candidates: see Aalto University?s guidelines.  In addition, these shortlisted applications will be reviewed by external experts.

Please note: Aalto University’s employees should apply for the position via our internal HR system Workday (Internal Jobs) by using their existing Workday user account (not via the external webpage for open positions). If you are a visitor at Aalto University, please apply with your personal email address (not aalto.fi) via “Apply” - link Aalto University open positions.

Aalto University reserves the right to leave the position open or to extend the application period.

You can find more about us and about your future colleagues in these videos and a virtual tour:

This is Aalto University!
Aalto University – Towards a better world
and Shaping a Sustainable Future?

Read more about working at Aalto: https://www.aalto.fi/en/careers-at-aalto

Check out our new virtual campus experience: https://virtualtour.aalto.fi

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Aalto University

Morocco

Postdoctoral Opportunity : Nuclear Physics and Applications – UM6P

About Mohammed VI Polytechnic University (UM6P)

Mohammed VI Polytechnic University (UM6P) is a leading African institution committed to research and innovation, aiming to establish itself as a world-class university in its areas of expertise. Located in Benguerir, at the heart of the Green City, UM6P actively contributes to economic and human development by placing research and innovation at the forefront of Africa's advancement. The university is dedicated to generating sustainable impact at national, continental, and international levels.

About the Center of Expertise for Phosphates (CEPH)
The Expertise Center for Phosphates (CEPH) collaborates with industry through a joint program focused on enhancing industrial performance and achieving operational excellence. By leveraging applied research and innovations, CEPH bridges academic expertise with industrial needs to foster progress and efficiency in phosphate-related activities.

Position: Postdoctoral Researcher in Nuclear Physics and Applications
We are seeking a Postdoctoral Researcher specializing in nuclear physics and its applications, with expertise in radiochemistry applied to the phosphate industry.

Key Responsibilities
1.?? ?Analysis and Monitoring of Radionuclides and Heavy Metals:
o?? ?Develop and implement nuclear analysis methods to characterize phosphate ores and their by-products.
o?? ?Monitor and control the migration of radionuclides and heavy metals throughout industrial processes.
2.?? ?Optimization of Industrial Processes:
o?? ?Utilize nuclear techniques to enhance the efficiency and sustainability of industrial processes.
o?? ?Collaborate with production teams to integrate innovative solutions.
3.?? ?Development of Advanced Systems and Methodologies:
o?? ?Design detection and dosimetry systems tailored to the specific needs of the phosphate industry.
o?? ?Innovate analytical methodologies to identify optimization opportunities.?
4.?? ?Training and Awareness:
o?? ?Participate in training and raising awareness among industrial teams on radioprotection and nuclear techniques.
o?? ?Supervise students and young researchers.

Required Skills
1.?? ?Nuclear Instrumentation and Advanced Detection Techniques:
o?? ?Proficiency in detecting ionizing radiation and using Monte Carlo simulation software (MCNP, GEANT4).
o?? ?Knowledge of multi-element analytical techniques (PIXE, XRF, ICP-MS).
2.?? ?Valorization of Industrial Waste:
o?? ?Experience in developing processes for treating and valorizing radioactive industrial waste.
3.?? ?Cross-Functional Skills:
o?? ?Ability to write technical reports and scientific publications.
o?? ?Experience collaborating with multidisciplinary academic and industrial teams.
o?? ?Project management and team supervision capabilities.

Candidate Profile
??? ?Ph.D. in Physics or equivalent, with a specialization in nuclear physics and detection techniques.
??? ?Experience in academic and/or industrial projects related to the phosphate industry or similar fields.
??? ?Strong command of Monte Carlo software and advanced analytical techniques.
??? ?Scientific publications in specialized journals.


Mohammed VI Polytechnic University

Singapore

SIT's mission is centred on nurturing industry-ready graduates who possess deep technical expertise and transferable skills to address future challenges. We collaborate with industry in our education, providing them with a talented workforce and benefiting from our collaborative research endeavours.

Our?University’s distinctive?applied learning pedagogy integrates work and study, embedding authentic learning experiences within real-world settings. Through strategic partnerships forged by our academic staff with industry, learners bridge theoretical knowledge with practical application inside?and outside?of the classroom. These active and authentic learning opportunities ensure that?graduates enter?their careers with relevant?skills and competence.

In research, SIT faculty aims to bridge the gap between?knowledge creation and utilisation. Our faculty work?closely with industry on translational research and innovation, focusing on addressing significant?industry challenges to positively?impact businesses.

The Singapore Teaching and Academic Research Talent (START) Scheme is co-funded by the Ministry of Education (MOE) and SIT to encourage and support exceptional?Singaporeans who are?interested in pursuing an academic career at SIT.

The Early Career Awards (ECA) are designed to support Singaporeans who have recently completed their postdoctoral training and prepare them for an academic career at SIT. This award aims to enhance the teaching capabilities of the recipient and help build a strong research portfolio.

Eligibility and Selection Criteria


	Singapore Citizen??
	Recently completed postdoctoral training??
	Excellent academic record plus a high degree of proficiency and motivation for a research area that is strongly aligned with SIT’s supported areas?
	Strong passion for teaching, research and an academic career


Benefits

Awardees may receive research grants to help build a competitive research portfolio. Upon completion of the award, awardees will be considered for Assistant Professorship.

Awardees will also be assigned a faculty mentor for the duration of the scheme.

Application Process


	Applications are open throughout the year. Applications received before 15 January 2026 will be considered for the 2026 intake.?
	Interview by the respective clusters for shortlisted applicants will be conducted throughout the year.?
	Final Interview by Panel for shortlisted applicants will take place from March to April 2026.
	Awards for the 2026 intake will be finalised by July 2026.


Supported Areas for START

Infocomm Technology


	Information Security:?Mobile security, cyber-physical systems, IoT security, security analytics, operational cybersecurity, digital forensics, vulnerability assessment, malware analysis, privacy technologies, and AI security?
	AI and Emerging Fields:?Smart healthcare, IIoT, computational fintech, robot-human interaction, trustworthy AI, explainable AI, large language models, quantum computing.



Singapore Institute of Technology (SIT)

Hong Kong

Ref.:?532210
Work type:?Full-time
Department:?School of Biomedical Sciences (22600)
Categories:?Senior Research Staff & Post-doctoral Fellow

Applications are invited for appointment as?Postdoctoral Fellow in the School of Biomedical Sciences?(Ref.: 532210), to commence as soon as possible for two years, with the possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance and funding availability.Applicants should have a PhD degree with research experience related to neuroscience or biomedical science/engineering or two-photon?in vivo?imaging. ?Experience in animal handling,

behavioral experiment, immunohistochemistry, EEG/EMG in mice is strongly preferred. Experience in molecular cloning or computational modeling is a plus. The appointee should be organized, self-motivated and be able to work independently as well as in a team. He/she will work under the supervision of Professor Cora Lai in research projects relating to sleep, neuromodulation, and learning and memory. For enquires regarding the position, please contact Professor Cora Lai at?coraswl@hku.hk?.

A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered, in addition to annual leave and medical benefits.

The University only accepts online application for the above post at the University’s Careers site (https://jobs.hku.hk) and upload an up-to-date C.V.? Review of applications will start from?June 17, 2025?and continue until?July 2, 2025?or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier.


The University of Hong Kong

Start date: autumn 2025
Post duration: 3 years in the first instance, with a 1-year extension negotiable

Applications evaluated on a rolling basis

The Digital Economic Security Lab is recruiting a postdoctoral researcher with a background in politics, law, economics, or related disciplines to work on?GEOCLOUD: The Geopolitics of Cloud Computing, a European Research Council Advanced Grant project.

Outsourcing computation to cloud providers can be economically efficient while at the same time generating new systemic risks and dependencies that governments try to manage.

GEOCLOUD is concerned with mapping the changing geography of computational infrastructures and understanding how it is shaped by the interaction of technology companies’ business interests and states’ economic and security interests.

The project focuses on Europe and East/Southeast Asia, situated within the broader context of U.S.-China technological rivalry. It aims to contribute to international political economy, security studies, and related fields. The researcher will join a multi-disciplinary team led by Professor Vili Lehdonvirta, consisting of both computer and social scientists.

Principal investigator and community

The project’s principal investigator, professor Vili Lehdonvirta, is a Finnish-British sociologist and political economist with a background in computer science. He is the recipient of three European Research Council grants, has served on high-level expert groups at the European Commission, and has published two books on digital economies translated to Japanese, Chinese, and Italian. He holds a dual appointment as Professor of Technology Policy, Department of Computer Science, Aalto University, and Professor of Economic Sociology and Digital Social Research, Oxford Internet Institute, University of Oxford.

The postdoctoral researcher position is part of Professor Lehdonvirta’s Aalto-Oxford joint research group, titled the?Digital Economic Security Lab (DIESL). The multidisciplinary lab comprises both social and computer scientists. The lab’s joint activities include weekly cross-site virtual seminars, annual in-person workshops in Oxford and Helsinki, and conference trips.

Responsibilities

The postdoctoral researcher will lead a work package in the GEOCLOUD project that focuses on comparative policy analysis. The aim of the work package is to understand how governments attempt to influence the geography of computation through various cloud-relevant policies, and what impact these policies may have.

This involves three related responsibilities:

Documenting and categorizing government cloud policies

The researcher will develop a dataset of government policies that may shape cloud infrastructure in selected jurisdictions, including Northern Europe, East/Southeast Asia, the U.S., and China. Drawing on existing databases (such as the Digital Trade Integration Database and Digital Policy Alert) and additional sources, the postdoc will systematise policy examples into a format suitable for comparative and quantitative analysis. Relevant policy instruments may include cross-border data flow regulations, procurement rules (e.g. ‘cloud-first’ mandates), tax incentives, infrastructure investments, or designations such as ‘trusted cloud’.

Interview-based assessment of policy impacts

The researcher will conduct interviews with key stakeholders in selected countries. These include policy makers and cloud industry professionals. The goal is to assess the perceived and observed effects of government policies on cloud adoption, infrastructure investments, and data centre location decisions.

Contributing to quantitative analysis of policy impacts

The GEOCLOUD project team will use the cloud policy dataset together with infrastructure and usage data developed in other work packages to model how policies influence cloud geography and computational centralization.

Methods may include multiple regression, panel data models, difference-in-differences, and multilevel modeling.

The postdoc will take part in the analysis to test hypotheses on how specific policies (e.g. subsidies, foundry investments, procurement rules) shape outcomes such as data centre presence or market share of local vs. hyperscale solutions. These analyses will contribute to estimating the economic and political trade-offs of digital sovereignty goals.

The role can be adjusted towards qualitative or quantitative research, depending on the profile of the successful candidate. Additional support for data collection and analysis is available, depending on the researcher’s methodological focus and needs.

In addition to leading their own work package, the postdoctoral researcher will contribute to the broader GEOCLOUD project by co-authoring publications, guiding junior team members, and engaging in public outreach. They will also play a role in shaping the project’s future outputs, such as an open-access “Cloud Observatory” data portal.

Overall, the postdoctoral position requires strong research and teamwork skills, and in return offers excellent career development opportunities, including travel funding, open access publication funding, co-authoring opportunities, graduate supervision opportunities, training courses, access to academic networks in Helsinki, Oxford, and beyond. In particular, Professor Lehdonvirta is keen to support team members in ultimately developing their own ERC Starting Grant applications.

Selection Criteria

Essential selection criteria

Applicants should meet?all?of the following:


	Doctoral degree (or a confirmed defence date) in political science, law, economics, or a related discipline?
	Strong analytical and academic writing skills, with a publication record or demonstrated potential in relevant fields
	Familiarity with a relevant area of digital policy (e.g. data protection regulation, trade policy, infrastructure governance)
	Demonstrated interest in the politics of digital infrastructure, cloud computing, or digital sovereignty
	Excellent communication and collaboration skills in English
	Basic understanding of quantitative methods (e.g. multiple regression)


Additional selection criteria

Applicants should meet some of the following:


	Experience with quantitative methods (e.g. multiple regression, panel data models) or mixed-methods research applied to policy-relevant questions. We welcome candidates with advanced skills, but we also encourage applicants with strong potential and a willingness to develop these skills further as part of the project.
	Familiarity with key concepts in either digital trade, economic analysis, geoeconomics, or technology policy
	Experience conducting and analysing qualitative interviews
	Relevant country expertise and language skills
	Prior experience in multi-country or comparative policy research
	Familiarity with cloud computing platforms or basic Internet infrastructure concepts (e.g. DNS, routing)


Track record of independent or collaborative publications in journals relevant to international political economy, digital governance, or public administration

Job location

This position is physically based at Aalto’s Department of Computer Science, one of the leading computer science research units in northern Europe. The department boasts a history of pioneering contributions to areas such as artificial intelligence and today hosts a growing community of social scientists studying digital technologies. It is situated in the Helsinki area, also home to Nokia, the European Center of Excellence on Countering Hybrid Threats, and a thriving cybersecurity and startup scene. Also located in the area is the Finnish Institute of International Affairs, known among other things for helping to modernize the academic study of geoeconomics.

Helsinki is the capital of Finland, ranked as one of the most innovative countries in the world. Finland is home to Google’s and Microsoft’s cloud regions as well as Europe’s fastest publicly funded supercomputer LUMI. Finland’s new European Commission Vice-President Henna Virkkunen is responsible for technological sovereignty, security, and democracy in the European Union. The World Happiness Report 2024 ranked Finland as the world’s happiest country for the seventh year running.

Pay and benefits

The salary is approximately €4,000-€4,200 per month, depending on the successful candidate’s skills and experience. Benefits include high-quality occupational healthcare, sports facilities, and training courses for supporting professional development. The annual working time is 1612 hours, which enables generous holidays. Support for relocation is available.

How to apply Submit your application via Aalto’s online application system. Please include the following attachments:


	CV
	A cover letter that includes a point-by-point response to how your profile matches the selection criteria listed above (max. 1,500 words)
	One writing sample, preferrably single-authored, demonstrating your academic writing skills, not necessarily on a related topic (ideally around 8,000 words)


Applications are evaluated on a rolling basis from 12 June onwards. If your application is shortlisted, you will be contacted to arrange an interview. At that point you will also be asked to provide the contact details of two referees.

Please send any informal queries via email to?vili.lehdonvirta@aalto.fi?with the word GEOCLOUD in the subject line. Please note that responses may be delayed.

Related publications

Lehdonvirta, V. Wu, B., and Hawkins, Z. (2024). Weaponized interdependence in a bipolar?world: How economic forces and security?interests shape the global reach of U.S. and?Chinese cloud data centres. Review of International Political Economy. https://doi.org/10.1080/09692290.2025.2489077

Lehdonvirta, V. Wu, B., and Hawkins, Z. (2024). Compute North vs. Compute South: The Uneven Possibilities of Compute-based AI Governance Around the Globe.?7th AAAI/ACM Conference on AI, Ethics, and Society.?San Jose, CA, October 21-23, 2024.?https://doi.org/10.31235/osf.io/8yp7z

More about Aalto University:

Aalto.fi
youtube.com/user/aaltouniversity
linkedin.com/school/aalto-university/
www.facebook.com/aaltouniversity
instagram.com/aaltouniversity

To view information about Workday Accessibility, please click here.

Please see more of our Open Positions here.


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Blaise Pascal University

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网曝门

Blaise Pascal University

Life Sciences 2018301-400th

Physical Sciences 2018251-300th

Arts and Humanities

Engineering

Life Sciences

Physical Sciences

Psychology

Social Sciences

Life Sciences 2018301-400^th

Physical Sciences 2018251-300^th