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Professional Officer in Food Analysis The Singapore Institute of Technology (SIT) is Singapore’s first University of Applied Learning, offering industry-relevant degree programmes that prepare its graduates to be work- and future-ready professionals. Its mission is to maximise the potential of its learners and to innovate with industry, through an integrated applied learning and research approach, so as to contribute to the economy and society. The university’s unique pedagogy integrates work and study, embracing authentic learning in a real-world environment through collaborations with key strategic partners. Its focus on applied research with business impact is aimed at helping industry innovate and grow. SIT’s centralised campus within the Punggol Digital District features a vibrant learning environment where academia and industry are tightly integrated with the community. SIT espouses an applied learning approach and offers degrees with a strong focus on science and technology. Our faculty work closely with industry on translational research and innovation, as well as provide consultancy on solutions to industry challenges. This well-established nexus with industry endows our graduates with deep skills and work-ready training experience. SIT is also establishing strategic live test beds known as ‘Living Labs’ both within and beyond its Punggol campus to support greater experiential learning and strengthen its applied research offerings. The university’s pool of experts works with multi-disciplinary teams to drive the horizontal technology enablers required to support SIT’s strategic translational research. The Professional Officers Division (POD) houses a centralised pool of academic staff under the Professional Officers scheme. Professional Officers bring specialised and deep technical expertise developed through extensive industry experience. They provide a critical industry perspective to student learning and applied research, complementing the academic expertise of faculty by translating industry practices and real-world applications into the curriculum. SIT is expanding its applied Food Technology research capabilities in waste valorisation, sustainable and healthy food, building a cohort of academic staff who are keen and experienced working on industry problems across sectors. Focus areas for applied Food Analysis domains such as: Carbohydrate Chemistry Prebiotics for gut health Proteomic profiling Bioactive compounds Metabolics profiling during or after digestion or cell cultivation Food structure characterisation Responsibilities: Design, develop, and teach laboratory sessions and practice-based modules in Food Chemistry, Food Characterisation, and Food Analysis or other related areas. Lead or co-lead innovative applied research and industry collaboration projects with industry partners and government agencies. Secure and manage research grants to support applied research initiatives. Supervise and mentor students in applied research projects, Capstone Projects, and the Integrated Work Study Programme (IWSP). Manage laboratory facilities, equipment, and technical resources to support academic programmes and applied research activities. Ensure compliance with laboratory safety policies, procedures, and best practices. Contribute to the development of applied Food Research capabilities, learning resources, and industry-relevant curriculum support. Work closely with faculty and internal stakeholders to drive teaching, applied research, and innovation initiatives outcomes. Qualifications: A good Bachelor’s, Master’s or Doctorate degree in Food Science, Food Technology, Chemistry, Food and Biological Engineering, Material Science or a related discipline, with demonstrated experience in Food Analysis and Characterisation of carbohydrate, proteins, polyphenols, or metabolises like mycotoxins to support research or application. Equivalent industry experience may also be considered. Desirable relevant industry experience, preferably in a technical role within an organisation driving research and/or innovation outcomes. Strong technical expertise in one or more of the following areas: Carbohydrate chemistry for structure, compositional analysis including while not limited to starch, oligosaccharide, soluble and insoluble fibres. Knowledge in structure-function relationship of polysaccharides (fiber, starch). Such knowledge can be transferred to ingredient formulation technology which integrated with food processing and food texture. Proteomic and amino acid profiling, bioactive compounds (vitamins, minerals, polyphenols) and toxic compounds that exist or produced during food processing. Intensive experience and knowledge of operating HPLC, MALDI-TOF and Q-TOF Mass spectrometry, SEC-MALS for biomacromolecule size/shape determination, and NMR spectroscopy for protein sequencing, carbohydrate/sugar analysis, polyphenol and bioactive compound identification. Texture and structure characterisation using equipment such as rheometer, AFM, DMA, TGA, DSC. Demonstrated experience applying Food Analysis to the SIT’s Food Technology focus areas. Previous experience as lab-in-charge or equipment-in-charge will be advantageous. Demonstrated interest and capability in supporting research and academic project work, with the ability to develop software solutions to technical problems. Strong supervisory and mentoring skills, with an interest in working closely with students in an educational environment. Commitment to continuous learning and professional development, with the ability to keep abreast of developments in the field. Relevant industry certifications will be an added advantage. For senior appointments, demonstrated managerial or team leadership experience may be required. Key Competencies Have relevant competence in the areas of analytical chemistry for chromatographic analysis for carbohydrate (polysaccharide and oligosaccharide), protein, amino acids, polyphenols, and other bioactive compounds. Passion for teaching, coaching, and mentoring students and junior practitioners. Strong analytical and hands-on problem-solving skills. Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders especially equipment vendors. Adaptability and willingness to work across functions and teams in a dynamic environment. Self-motivated and committed to continuous learning and professional growth. Strong technical writing, communication, and presentation skills. Good analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities. Proactive, resourceful, and able to take ownership of assigned responsibilities.

Organisation: Cranfield University Faculty or Department: Faculty of Engineering and Applied Sciences Based at: Cranfield Campus, Cranfield, Bedfordshire Hours of work: 37 hours per week, normally worked Monday to Friday. Flexible working will be considered. Contract type: Fixed term contract Fixed Term Period: For 24 months Salary: Full time starting salary is normally in the range of £37,897 per annum Apply by: 11/08/2026 Role Description We welcome applications from a Research Fellow with a strong passion for, and experience in, biosensing, microfluidics and microbiology. The successful candidate will join our Advanced Sensors team and contribute to the 5-year Leverhulme Research Leadership Award project, Sensing Wastewater for Real-Time Public Health. About the Role The postholder’s primary responsibility is to conduct cutting-edge research on a new class of biochemical sensor development for wastewater, especially on the single-cell and single molecule detection, utilising state-of-the-art facilities in the Advanced Sensors Laboratory at Cranfield University. Cranfield University has a proud reputation for its research on the science, engineering and management of water, and we have been driving innovation for over 40 years. You will contribute to the delivery of Cranfield University’s research portfolio in the Advanced Sensors Laboratory for Water-Environment-Health, led by Professor Zhugen Yang. The group’s pioneering work on wastewater sensing, especially on origami-paper microfluidics sensors, has garnered significant national and international recognition, including features in Science and prominent media outlets such as BBC. The origami-paper device is currently featured at the London Science Museum. The project also involved partnership from world-leading institutions, such as Harvard University on droplets technology, and industrial sectors. About You You will hold a doctoral degree (or close to completion) in biosensing, microfluidics, environmental science, microbiology, or a related discipline. You will have demonstrable experience with experimental skillsets, including sensor development, wastewater surveillance, or reverse inference modelling for source tracking. You will bring laboratory expertise in designing experiments, handling advanced instruments, and troubleshooting. Collaboration and mentoring within interdisciplinary teams are also desirable. About Us As a specialist postgraduate university, Cranfield’s world-class expertise, large-scale facilities and unrivalled industry partnerships are creating leaders in technology and management globally. Learn more about Cranfield and our unique impact here. The group has received national and international acclaim, including coverage in Science, BBC News and The Washington Post for its research on wastewater monitoring and origami-based paper sensors. Our Values and Commitments Our shared, stated values help to define who we are and underpin everything we do: Ambition; Impact; Respect; and Community. Find out more here. We aim to create and maintain a culture in which everyone can work and study together and realise their full potential. We are a Disability Confident Employer and proud members of the Stonewall Diversity Champions Programme. We are committed to actively exploring flexible working options for each role and have been ranked in the Top 30 family friendly employers in the UK by the charity Working Families. Find out more about our key commitments to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion and Flexible Working here. Working Arrangements Collaborating and connecting are integral to so much of what we do. Our Working Arrangements Framework provides many staff with the opportunity to flexibly combine on-site and remote working, where job roles allow, balancing the needs of our community of staff, students, clients and partners. How to apply For an informal discussion about this opportunity, please contact Professor Zhugen Yang, Professor of Biosensing and Environmental Health, on (T): +44 (0) 1234 758310 or (E): zhugen.yang@cranfield.ac.uk Please do not hesitate to contact us for further details on E: peoplerecruitment@cranfield.ac.uk. Please quote reference number 5182. Closing date for receipt of applications: 11 August 2026 Please note that we reserve the right to close this advert prior to the stated closing date should we receive sufficient numbers of applications. Therefore, we would encourage you to complete and submit your application as soon as possible.

The University of Vienna is a community of almost 11,000 individuals, including approximately 7,700 academic staff members, who passionately pursue answers to the profound questions that shape our future. They represent individuals driven by curiosity and a relentless pursuit of excellence. With us, they find the space to try things out and unfold their potential. Are you inspired by their passion and determination? We are currently seeking two University assistant predoctoral 32 Faculty of Protestant Theology Startdate: 01.10.2026 | Working hours: 30 | Collective bargaining agreement: §48 VwGr. B1 Grundstufe (praedoc) Limited until: 30.09.2029 Reference no.: 5899 Explore and teach at the University of Vienna, where more than 7,500 academics thrive on curiosity in continuous exploration and help us better understand our world. Does this sound like you? Then join our accomplished team! Your personal sphere of influence: As a university assistant, you will join the Vienna Doctoral School of Theology and Research on Religion VDTR and become part of your supervisor’s research team. The VDTR is a joint initiative of the Faculty of Catholic Theology, the Faculty of Protestant Theology, and the Research Centre Religion and Transformation. Its supervising members bring diverse disciplinary backgrounds and strong track records in theology and religion-related research. Doctoral candidates participate in a vibrant network spanning Alevi, Islamic, Catholic, Orthodox, and Protestant theology, as well as religious studies, Islamic studies, Jewish studies, and philosophy of religion. Most of your time will be devoted to your doctoral thesis. You will also contribute to publications and presentations, support VDTR activities—such as organizing meetings, conferences, and symposia with your peers—and take part in teaching, including independent teaching as defined by the collective agreement and agreed with your supervisor. As an interdisciplinary doctoral school, we seek colleagues who are curious about and open to interdisciplinary dialogue. Your future tasks: You actively participate in research, teaching & administration, which means: You are involved in research projects. You work on your dissertation and its completion. We expect you to finalize your dissertation agreement within 12-18 months. You hold courses independently within the scope of the provisions of the collective bargaining agreement. You take on administrative tasks in research, teaching and administration. This is part of your personality: Completed Master's degree or Diploma in Alevi, Catholic, Islamic, Orthodox, or Protestant theology, religious studies, Jewish studies, Islamic studies, philosophy, or a related field (applications before degree completion are possible; the degree must be completed by 31 August 2026) Basic experience in academic writing and discipline-specific research methods Didactic competence and relevant IT/e-learning skills for your research field Excellent written and spoken command of English or German (C1), with good command of the other language Team player with good social skills; interdisciplinary research experience an asset What we offer: The employment duration is 3 years. Initially limited to 1.5 years, the employment relationship is automatically extended to 3 years if the employer does not terminate it within the first 12 months by submitting a non-extension declaration. Work-life balance: Our employees enjoy flexible working hours and can partially work remotely.  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 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. Fair salary: The basic salary of EUR 3.776,10 (on a full-time basis) 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: With your motivational letter (max. 1 page, must mention a potential supervisor from the list of VDTR supervisors) With a research proposal (max. 5 pages including bibliography) With a short CV With your Master, Bachelor and/or Diploma degree certificates With your writing sample (e.g. a chapter of your Master’s thesis or a published article) Apply now - via the button If you have any questions, please contact: Christian Danz christian.danz@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: 07/19/2026 Prae Doc https://jobs.univie.ac.at/job-invite/5899