Centific Global Solutions is a dynamic and innovative company dedicated to enhancing user experiences in the digital landscape. We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented individual with high proficiency in understanding Arabic language to join our dynamic team. As a key member of our team, you will play a crucial role in grading search results based on in-country knowledge and evaluating the relevance of search outcomes.

Job Responsibilities:

• Work on the search evaluation project based on a deep understanding of user intent and relevance.
• Evaluate and grade search results based on the in-country knowledge and culture to enhance the relevance of search evaluations.
• Analyze and comprehend user intent behind search queries to optimize search result grading.
• Ensure the highest quality standards in search result evaluation processes.

Job Requirements:

• Arabic: Preferrable high proficiency in the Arabic language with excellent reading, writing, and comprehension skills (both natives and non-natives are welcome to apply).
• Tech-savvy, with a preference for candidates familiar with Mac operating systems.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to follow directions and perform time bound tasks accurately and efficiently.
• Willingness to work from our Singapore office for 5 working days (Monday to Friday) from 8.30 AM to 5.30 PM.
• Fresh graduates are encouraged to apply, no prior experience required.

About Centific

Centific is a global digital technology services company with solutions across various industries. Led by a people-first, intelligence-driven approach, Centific enables experiences that help brands thrive in a sustainable and meaningful way, working to create long-term value and loyal customers for our clients – now and in the future. With clarity of vision, technological expertise, and operational excellence, Centific is the partner of choice for those who want to run smarter - and those who want to change the race.

Our diverse team of over 3,800 people works to deliver on the promise of technology and human-centricity every day. Are you ready to start solving today’s industry-specific challenges with tomorrow’s cognitive technology? Lets talk.

Your Authentic Self at Centific

Centific is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, pregnancy, disability, age, veteran status, or other characteristics. Centific is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.

At AQA, we’re committed to advancing education and we’re committed to our people. As the largest provider of academic qualifications in the UK, we mark over seven million GCSEs and A-levels each year and it’s our people who make this happen.

Researcher

Fixed Term Contract until 28th February 2025

Guildford or Manchester with Smart Working

South £34,600-£37,700 + additional benefits

North £33,200-£36,200 + additional benefits

Are you a Researcher with expertise in education, assessment, psychology or a related field? Do you have experience of applying quantitative research methods to complex problems and hold a minimum of a Master’s degree with a significant research element? Are you keen to further develop your skills and make an immediate impact on the guidance that AQA provides to our stakeholders?

At AQA, we’re committed to advancing education and we’re committed to our people. As the largest provider of academic qualifications in the UK, we mark over seven million GCSEs and A-levels each year and it’s our people who make this happen.

In this role, you will be working in a fast-paced changing assessment environment, working with a highly experienced team who have a range of subject knowledge and experience.

Essential skills:

• You must hold at least a Master’s Degree,
• You must have experience of quantitative research, with applied knowledge of statistics and statistical techniques
• You will have the ability to analyse and gain insight from datasets, as well as be able to model/simulate data using specialised software such as R or Python
• You must have demonstrable theoretical or practical experience with sampling and study design
• You must be able to evidence a clear, unambiguous writing style and have experience of reporting research results through a variety of scientific and policy-oriented channels
• You must be able to build rapport to help develop effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders

Desirable skills:

• Knowledge and understanding of exam-related processes, such as marking, standardisation, question paper production, and awarding
• Be able to contribute to developing original ways to collect, analyse and interpret educational data
• Be able to support the design, development and evaluation of new products and services
• Be able to engage with education stakeholders to maximise the uptake and influence of the research

You will have a working week of 35 hours, with up to three days working from home per week. You will have a good pension; you can contribute up to 7% and we will put in 11.5% giving 18.5% towards your pension.

You will have a basic of 25 days annual leave per year, with extra days at Christmas and the Bank Holidays on top.

Does this seem like your next challenge? If so, apply today with your CV and covering letter via our AQA job portal. Please also upload evidence of your writing with the application.  Without this we will not be able to consider you for shortlisting.   The piece of writing is not limited to peer-reviewed journal articles and may include (published) research reports, webpages / blog posts or conference papers (but not just slides). 

Applications will be reviewed as we receive them and if a suitable candidate is identified, we reserve the right to close our advert sooner.

Recruitment Agencies

We have a preferred supplier list (PSL) in place.

Unsolicited CVs will be treated as a gift. We will not be subject to or liable under your terms and conditions for agency fees.

Full Job Description

Summary

Purpose:

• The Researcher will work alongside a team of educational assessment experts to support the delivery of research and development projects.
• This will require developing and applying specialist knowledge of educational assessment and related research methodologies to deliver research tasks independently but within the context of collaborative projects and with appropriate guidance from the project owner.
• As a technical expert, the Researcher will be responsible for aspects of research projects such as carrying out literature reviews, analysing quantitative or qualitative data using specialised software, and contributing to and delivering presentations and reports.Landscape:

The Researcher will work within the Research and Development team. The team sits within the Assessment Research and Innovation business area and carries out qualitative and quantitative educational research with the goal of supporting AQA develop innovative, valid and inclusive assessments, whether on paper or on screen, and lead thinking in the sector. Our research programme defines our active areas of interest: accessibility, fairness and ED&I; validity and innovation; marking, grading and standards; AI in education and assessment.  Our team’s background is in the social and natural sciences and encompasses a broad spectrum of areas of expertise. The successful candidate will have access to a variety of training, development, and mentoring opportunities.

Activities:
Applying methodological expertise to support research design
Carrying out aspects of quantitative or qualitative research (e.g. literature reviews, data collection, data analysis, reports) using appropriate software, developing skills acquired in postgraduate studies or recent experience
Working in teams to contribute to the successful delivery of projects
Developing up-to-date knowledge of the educational assessment landscape and relevant literature
Ensuring compliance with AQA’s policies and procedures, with particular regard to Ethics and Data Protection
Contributing to research impact and engagement through report writing and other forms of dissemination and communication, beginning to develop a public voice in the assessment research community that contributes to the maintenance and enhancement of AQA’s reputation in educational assessment
Contributing to the ongoing development of the team’s research and development practice, promoting a positive team culture.

Need to know (to be successful in this role, you will need to have knowledge/experience of):
An undergraduate degree and a Master’s degree (or nearly completed) in psychology or education (although other disciplines will be considered), which will ideally include statistical training. Alternatively, an equivalent professional qualification or demonstrable experience.
Knowledge and developing practice of postgraduate-level qualitative or quantitative research methods for the social sciences
Demonstrable ability to communicate research findings to a range of stakeholders and in a variety of formats (written and spoken forms)
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
To succeed:you will have the ability to think critically about how exams and tests are made, how they work, and how they affect education and life chances.
You will be methodical with excellent attention to detail, capable of understanding and synthesising complex, diverse and incomplete information and able to present reasoned arguments
You will have the ability to build strong working relationships with a range of stakeholders
You will be able to manage your work and meet deadlines


(Desirable) Some experience of contributing to applied research in an academic or commercial setting
(Desirable) Principles of educational or psychological assessment (e.g. validity and reliability)
(Desirable) Principles of educational testing and test development (e.g. classical test theory, item response theory, psychometrics)

Introduction

ETH Zurich is one of the leading universities of the world with a strong focus on science and engineering. In 2010 it established the Singapore-ETH Centre (SEC) in collaboration with the National Research Foundation (NRF) to do interdisciplinary research on pressing problems.

The centre currently runs several research programmes with the Future Cities Laboratory Global (FCL Global) as one of the programmes. It is home to a community of over 100 PhD, Postdoctoral and Professorial researchers working on diverse themes related to sustainable cities and resilient infrastructure systems. In the course of their work, researchers actively collaborate with universities, research institutes, industry, and government agencies with the aim of offering practical solutions.

Project background

The Circular Future Cities module (CFC) of FCL Global aims to develop a systems approach for informing the design of circular buildings with circular material flows in urban areas. This urban scale systemic perspective enables us to study new technologies and their interdependencies at the level of the circular economy itself. The module will provide integrated frameworks and tools based on advanced digital technology for informing design and deploying effective circular solutions.

For more information on the project, consult our web page, https://fcl.ethz.ch/research/cycles-and-districts/circular-future-cities.html ,

or watch this lecture about the project,

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wNwu85y1EKw .

CFC is looking for talented and motivated professionals to study, design, and develop these new circular technologies.

Join us if you want to:

• Work in a unique and world-leading research environment.
• Join an international team of highly talented researchers from top universities.
• Have the opportunity to shape and develop cutting edge research in circular economy in construction.

Task/Job description

Within the module, you will work on the development of a Building Information Modelling extension that integrates workflows for existing building-scale circularity assessment methods into a BIM environment (using IFC standards, integrated in Revit).

This extension will be the design evaluation tool for the `Circular Economy Potential’ (CEP) model, a framework to estimate recovery reuse rates based on a building’s configurational characteristics (e.g. how spaces are connected, how walls are assembled, how services are laid out). This framework combines existing assessment methods for design goals related to reuse and recovery (e.g. design for disassembly, building adaptation, maintainability). For an overview of this work, consult this seminar: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sYj0foMbF8E.

The CEP evaluation tool is intended to be used by built environment professionals that want to assess the reuse and recovery potentials of buildings and building designs.

You will also play a pivotal role in the development of Circular Economy tools and workflows tailored specifically for the application to Temporary Works (TW). Your responsibilities will include collaborating closely with the research team to develop innovative solutions to enhance circularity within the construction industry.

Your key responsibilities will be:

• Research and development of the Circular Economy Potential tool, in collaboration with a postdoctoral researcher and advised by Dr Pieter Herthogs (SEC) and Prof Rudi Stouffs (NUS). This work includes, a.o.:
• Developing specific scripts, components, and plugins to implement existing models and an overall CEP architecture and interface in a BIM environment.
• Modelling or extracting the configurational patterns in digital models of buildings, building components, and connections.
• Testing and validating the tool with users and stakeholders.
• Developing publications as lead-author and co-author.
• Development of Circular Economy tools and workflows for their application to Temporary Works, in support of a PhD researcher. This work includes, a.o.:
• Developing BIM models of Temporary Works;
• Integrating sustainability metrics and circular economy principles into the BIM models of Temporary Works;
• Digitizing document workflows into BIM-augmented workflows;
• Developing tools to support these BIM-augmented workflows;
• Collaborating with stakeholders to gather input and feedback on the development of Circular Economy tools and workflows for TW.
• Implementing parametric modelling techniques to explore design alternatives and optimize TW configurations for maximum resource efficiency and lifecycle performance.
• Conducting life cycle assessments (LCAs) to quantify environmental impacts and identify opportunities for material reuse, recycling, and waste reduction in Temporary Works;
• Supporting the research and project efforts of the Circular Future Cities module in general. This includes, a.o.:
• Participating in and contributing to team meetings and interactions with stakeholders.
• Supporting other module researchers, and the Module Coordinator.
• Presenting your research and that of the module to international audiences and visitors.

Requirements:

Mandatory Requirements:

You have:

• A Master’s degree in a field related to architecture or structural engineering. (Salary will be commensurate with experience.)
• Demonstrable experience in Building Information Modelling, particularly the development of tools or custom scripts, preferably using IFC, demonstrated through portfolio and publications.

You are:

• A self-motivated and independent researcher or developer.
• A good communicator:
• Proactive: you can signal issues, set and commit to targets
• Rational: you can clearly articulate ideas and thoughts
• Interpersonal: you are able to receive and provide constructive feedback
• A professional working proficiency in English is required.
• Comfortable with basic programming tasks. Able to adopt new programming languages for particular purposes.
• Curious and passionate to explore new concepts, methods and technologies. You have the capability to identify and quickly learn the most suitable tools for the research on the go.
• Interested in topics related to the research, such as computational design, performative design, circular economy in construction, design for change, or life cycle analysis.

Significantly Beneficial Attributes:

• Demonstrable experience developing or adapting evaluation models or indicator models related to buildings and/or structures.
• Experience with configurational modelling, graph-based models, or semantic models is a plus.
• Experience with LCA is a plus.
• Detail-oriented and meticulous in your work.
• A team player: collaborative and constructive, and always open to help team members.

Desirable Attributes:

• The ability to present your work and progress in an engaging and effective way.

Information about the application process and contact for applicants

We look forward to receiving your online application with the following documents:

A dossier containing the following pdf documents:

• A short cover letter explaining your interest in the project and position.
• Your CV, preferably tailored to this position.
• Contact details for at least 2 referees.
• One or two examples of an academic publication or document that you wrote (e.g. article, conference paper, thesis, report).
• One example of a slide deck (presentation) that you developed.
• A portfolio or compilation document that showcases related past work. While we encourage and consult digital and web-based portfolios, a summary or overview in pdf form is still recommended.

Applications via email or postal services will not be considered.

Questions regarding the position should be directed to Dr. Pieter Herthogs (Singapore-ETH Centre) pieter.herthogs@sec.ethz.ch & Assoc. Prof. Dr. Rudi Stouffs (NUS) (strictly no applications via email).

Work location: 1 Create Way, CREATE Tower, Singapore 138602 (NUS University Town)

The Singapore-ETH-Centre is an equal opportunity and family-friendly employer. All candidates will be evaluated on their merits and qualifications, without regards to gender, race, age or religion.

Formative Search is a specialist recruitment agency based in Singapore. We recruit mid to senior level professionals for Legal, ESG, Technical and Commercial roles across Asia.

We are looking for a Recruitment Researcher to join our expanding team.

You will have the opportunity to work with an established team of recruitment consultants and partner with clients at law firms, MNCs, SMEs and start-ups across Asia.

Recruitment Researcher Role:

• Build and maintain a network of candidates through proactive market research and on-going relationship management.
• Source candidates from referrals, career portals, database, social media, events and headhunting.
• Support consultants to deliver on specific search mandates.
• Research, map and identify top talent in the market.
• Attend candidate and client meetings, initially alongside senior consultants.
• Arrange interviews, ensuring candidates are fully briefed and provide regular communications and feedback.
• Independently manage day-to-day work schedule and prioritise tasks to achieve KPIs and targets.

What are the job requirements for the Researcher position?

• Drive to make things happen and hit your targets, even under pressure.
• An entrepreneurial, professional approach and a commitment to self-development.
• Strong problem-solving and lateral-thinking skills – you deliver innovative solutions.
• Self-starter with a keen eye for business development.
• Ability to meet targets and deadlines.
• Resilient and able to handle rejection.
• Strong relationship building skills.
• Excellent team player with good communication skills.
• Ambitious and determined to develop a rewarding career.

Why work with us?

• Collaborative and supportive working environment
• Competitive salary and incentives
• Training & development programs
• Flexi-working

THIS IS A NON-CIVIL SERVICE POSITION

BALTIMORE CONVENTION CENTER

Intern - Public Art & Building History Researcher/Archivist

                     Part-Time 20-30 hrs./wk.       Salary $ 15.00/hr.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF THE POSITION:

The Baltimore Convention Center wishes to research and then produce thorough documentation surrounding its public art collection. This will include reviewing archival documentation, researching artists and their works, interviewing pertinent stakeholders, and producing documents that will be used to create content for the organization’s website and self-guided tours.

Additionally, as the Convention Center will be celebrating its 50th anniversary in 2029, the Intern will start to identify historic photos and documents from within the city and agency archives and propose a list of assets that should be digitized in preparation for a retrospective.

Interns at the Baltimore Convention Center are hired with a specific set of tasks or project in mind.  The goal is to create meaningful job experiences for the student while providing the agency tangible outcomes that leave lasting impact.  The position will work closely with all departments, as well as relevant entities to further the assigned work such as the Baltimore City Archives and the Baltimore Office of Promotion and the Arts

The Intern is a part-time hourly position that will report to leadership within the Sales, Services, and Marketing Department.

Incumbents receive moderate supervision from a technical superior. Employees in this class work a conventional workweek averaging 20-30 hours a week. The work of this position takes place in a predominantly seated work location but will require occasional walking, bending, and lifting items no more than 50lbs. Occasional offsite visits to pertinent locations will be required, however a personal vehicle is not required.

TYPICAL EXAMPLES OF THE WORK:

(The following examples illustrate the work performed in the positions in the class. Positions may require some or all these examples depending on the organization of work within the agency. This list is not inclusive. A position may require related duties not listed, if necessary, to accomplish the work of the agency.)

Review archival documentation surrounding the history of public art at the Baltimore Convention Center and culminate pertinent information to summarize their research.

Identify and research pertinent artists and their works as it relates to the agency’s collection. This may include contacting the artist or their representative on behalf of the agency.  interviewing pertinent stakeholders and producing documents that will be used to create content for the organization’s website and self-guided tours.

Engaging the management and curatorial teams at the Baltimore Office of Promotion and the Arts to align agency information with that of the City’s public art collection records.

Work alongside the agency’s marketing department to design web content surrounding the Center’s public art.

Identify relevant photos and documents from within the city and agency archives to the creation and operation of the BCC since its opening in 1979.

Propose a list of archival items that should be digitized in preparation for a retrospective.

  

Performs related work as required.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Basic computer skills to include Microsoft Office applications.

Ability to demonstrate examples of the following:

• Clear communication skills, both verbally and in writing
• Sound organization skills.
• Creativity
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Able to adapt to changes of priorities and deadlines.
• Strong sense of teamwork
• Successful problem-solving
• Critical thinking
• Effective time management
• Good Natured Curiosity!

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

Requirements – Current enrollment in a 2- or 4-year undergraduate program or pursuing a master’s degree. While not required, a focus of studies surrounding library sciences, art or art curation, or marketing/communications is preferred.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATES:

N/A

Vulnerability Researcher

Key Role:

Provide analysis for Cyber and SIGINT exploitation of large-scale networks and the data riding on them to uncover unknown and emerging adversary capabilities leveraging expertise in exploitation. Apply leading-edge principles, theories, and concepts and contribute to the development of new principles and concepts. Work on unusually complex problems and provide highly innovative solutions. Operate with substantial latitude for unreviewed actions or decisions and mentor or supervise employees in both firm and technical competencies.

Basic Qualifications:

• 3+ years of experience with working in a professional environment

• Experience with software development in Python and C

• Experience with network vulnerability assessments

• Experience with software reverse engineering

• TS/SCI clearance with a polygraph

• HS diploma or GED

Clearance:

Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; TS/SCI clearance with polygraph is required.

Compensation

At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen’s benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page.

Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $73,100.00 to $166,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen’s total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.

Work Model
Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of flexibility and collaboration, whether that happens in person or remotely.

• If this position is listed as remote or hybrid, you’ll periodically work from a Booz Allen or client site facility.
• If this position is listed as onsite, you’ll work with colleagues and clients in person, as needed for the specific role.

EEO Commitment

We’re an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer that empowers our people to fearlessly drive change – no matter their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation, or related medical conditions), national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.

CMD

Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for the resuscitation, passage, transfection, culture and other experiments of mammalian cells such as HEK293 and CHO
• Responsible for data analysis and processing of cell culture experiments, and complete the preparation of experimental records and reports
• Participate in multiple R & D projects as part of the field project team
• Responsible for the formulation and update of SOP, summarize and solidify work experience
• Managing instruments, and be able to carry out maintenance as required
• Complete other tasks assigned by the supervisor

Key Requirements

• Bachelor or Master’s degree in Biological Sciences or equivalent
• Practical laboratory experience in the field of recombinant protein/antibody expression
• Good trouble shooting skills
• Good communication skills (verbal and written)
• Good team working skills

Key Responsibilities：

• Operation of experimental technology: follow SOP of PCR, glue recovery, etc. and complete the
  delivery of PCR products
• Follow the sequencing sheet or MES system and the previous handover, sort out and summarize the
  schemes that need to be done on the day, and record the carriers and PCR products that need to be
  prepared for their posts
• Linearization of vectors and fragments: according to standard procedures, linearize the required
  vectors and fragments with specific enzymes at specific temperatures and buffers
• Connection and transformation: according to the experimental scheme, the products delivered by PCR
  and the products prepared by employees should be matched with the linearized vector. After that,
  splice into a ring through a specific connection method, and then introduce into specific competent
  cells through heat shock. Then expand, culture and coat on a specific resistant plate
• Record all data and results in specified forms (paper and electronic) with accuracy and responsibility
• Handover experiments properly, analyze the problems of uncompleted experiments, put forward
  improvement plans, and report the uncompleted experiments to the supervisor
• Maintain equipment and assist in ordering laboratory supplies
• Ensure that all safety guidelines are followed strictly at all times and maintain a clean and orderly
  environment

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree and above, with a certain understanding of microbiology and other biological-related
  knowledge
• Ability to work autonomously and under pressure
• Strong sense of responsibility and cost awareness, being proactive and creative
• Excellent professional ethics and team player

Key Responsibilities:

• Complete molecular biology and gene synthesis experiments according to SOP requirements to ensure stable and orderly daily production
• Determine and analyze experimental results, and prepare various reports
• Improve product quality standards and continuously optimize the quality system
• Complete daily management tasks including 5S, quality, safety, equipment maintenance, and other related tasks as assigned by supervisor
• Complete other tasks assigned by supervisor

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree or above in Biology, Chemistry or related fields
• Experience in gene synthesis in the biotechnology industry is an added advantage
• Familiar with gene synthesis processes, basic knowledge of molecular biology, project management, and 5S management
• Good problem-solving skills and ability to work under pressure
• Team player with good communication skills (verbal and written)

Hello,

Thank you for your interest in career opportunities with the University of Mississippi Medical Center.  Please review the following instructions prior to submitting your job application:

• Provide all of your employment history, education, and licenses/certifications/registrations.  You will be unable to modify your application after you have submitted it.
• You must meet all of the job requirements at the time of submitting the application. 
• You can only apply one time to a job requisition. 
• Once you start the application process you cannot save your work. Please ensure you have all required attachment(s) available to complete your application before you begin the process.
• Applications must be submitted prior to the close of the recruitment. Once recruitment has closed, applications will no longer be accepted.

After you apply, we will review your qualifications and contact you if your application is among the most highly qualified. Due to the large volume of applications, we are unable to individually respond to all applicants. You may check the status of your application via your Candidate Profile.

Thank you,

Human Resources

Important Applications Instructions:

Please complete this application in entirety by providing all of your work experience, education and certifications/

license.  You will be unable to edit/add/change your application once it is submitted.

Job Requisition ID:

R00034938

Job Category:

Research

Organization:

HR Service Center

Location/s:

Main Campus Jackson

Job Title:

Student Researcher II - Human Resources

Job Summary:

To perform various assigned activities under close supervision as a student worker in support of research projects. To perform duties with a greater level of responsibility than a Student Researcher I.

Education & Experience

Current enrollment in college.

Certifications, Licenses or Registration Required:  NA

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Verbal and written communication skills.

Ability to follow detailed instructions.

Responsibilities

• Performs assigned tasks as directed in support of research activities.
• Maintains a clean work area.
• Complies with safety and environmental policies and procedures.
• The duties listed are general in nature and are examples of the duties and responsibilities performed and are not meant to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Management retains the right to add or change duties at any time.

Physical and Environmental Demands
Requires occasional exposure to unpleasant or disagreeable physical environment such as high noise level and exposure to heat and cold, occasional handling or working with potentially dangerous equipment, occasional exposure to biohazardous conditions such as risk of radiation exposure, blood borne pathogens, fumes or airborne particles, and/or toxic or caustic chemicals which mandate attention to safety considerations, occasional travelling to offsite locations, occasional bending, occasional lifting and carrying up to 75 pounds, occasional climbing, occasional crawling, occasional crouching/stooping, occasional kneeling, occasional pushing/pulling, occasional reaching, frequent sitting, frequent standing, frequent twisting, and frequent walking. (occasional-up to 20%, frequent-from 21% to 50%, constant-51% or more)

Time Type:

Full time

FLSA Designation/Job Exempt:

No

Pay Class:

Hourly

FTE %:

100

Work Shift:

Day

Benefits Eligibility:

Temporary Non-Benefits Eligible

Grant Funded:

No

Job Posting Date:

03/7/2024

Job Closing Date (open until filled if no date specified):

Company:

NERA

Description:

We have an immediate opening for a Survey Researcher to join the Intellectual Property practice in our San Francisco office. NERA is widely recognized as a leading provider of expertise in the use of surveys in litigation disputes. We apply rigorous data analysis in Intellectual Property, Class Action and Labor disputes to evaluate issues of consumer perceptions of trademarks and package design, use and awareness of product features in patent and class action litigation and in evaluating the impact of claimed false or misleading advertising.

Your responsibilities may include drafting survey instruments and questionnaires, developing sampling plans, and analyzing industry trends and competitor and academic research; creating trial exhibits and presentation materials; drafting memos and expert reports; managing large data sets and writing programs to implement complex analyses; and participating in client meetings and conference calls.

Qualified candidates will have 1-3 years of experience, demonstrated success through both academic and professional achievements in survey methodology, sampling, and statistics, as well as related fields. We look for individuals with exceptional analytical and quantitative skills; intellectual curiosity and the ability to think critically; and excellent verbal, written, presentation, and organizational skills. Preference for those who work in R. NERA will provide challenging opportunities to those eager to take on many responsibilities and allow you to make significant contributions early in your career.

NERA Economic Consulting (www.nera.com) is a global firm of experts dedicated to applying economic, finance, and quantitative principles to complex business and legal challenges. For over half a century, NERA’s experts have been creating strategies, studies, reports, expert testimony, and policy recommendations for government authorities and the world’s leading law firms and corporations. We bring academic rigor, objectivity, and real-world industry experience to bear on issues arising from competition, regulation, public policy, strategy, finance, and litigation. NERA’s clients value our ability to apply and communicate state-of-the-art approaches clearly and convincingly, our commitment to deliver unbiased findings, and our reputation for quality and independence. Our clients rely on the integrity and skills of our unparalleled team of economists and other experts backed by the resources and reliability of one of the world’s largest consultancies. With its main office in New York City, NERA serves clients from more than 25 offices across North America, Europe, and Asia Pacific.

NERA offers a challenging and rewarding professional experience with competitive compensation and benefits, and skills enhancement training.

For immediate consideration, please visit the Career section of our website (http://www.nera.com) and apply to the Survey Researcher position by creating your personal profile and submitting your resume, cover letter and unofficial transcript. Only those applicants who complete their profile completely will be considered. 

The applicable base salary range for this role is $90,000 -$115,000. The base pay offered will be determined on factors such as experience, skills, training, location, certifications, education, and any applicable minimum wage requirements. Decisions will be determined on a case-by-case basis. In addition to the base salary, this position may be eligible for performance-based incentives. We are excited to offer a competitive total rewards package which includes health and welfare benefits, tuition assistance, 401K savings and other retirement programs as well as employee assistance programs.

#NERA

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform purification of mammalian recombinant antibodies and proteins using various chromatography methods such as affinity chromatography, ion exchange chromatography, and size exclusion chromatography
• Develop and implement purification schemes based on order requirements
• Maintain accurate records of purification experiments and ensure data integrity
• Contribute to multiple R&D projects as a member of the project team
• Draft and update Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and prepare reports to document work experiences
• Manage laboratory instruments and perform maintenance as needed
• Assist with other tasks as assigned by the supervisor

Key Requirements:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Biological Sciences, Bioengineering, Chemical Engineering, or related fields
• Proficiency in protein/antibody purification techniques
• Strong troubleshooting skills to address experimental challenges
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment

Purpose of the role

Develop and improve quantitative investment strategies in financial markets within the Strategic Alpha Research team (SAR). Support all strategies from alpha generation through to trade execution and implementation and work closely with other team members to create new and support existing strategies by identifying new investment ideas or innovative data sources; gathering and refining complex data for modeling; coding and performing statistical analysis to build and refine models; and interpreting, presenting, and implementing the results. Will also conduct research on various implementation aspects of investment strategies such as trading cost models, risk models, optimization, and portfolio construction.

Key competencies

• Passion in investment research with strong intuition and the ability to think-out-of-the-box
• Strong record of original research and demonstrated problem solving ability.
• Excellent quantitative skills from training in econometrics or statistics, and extensive experience in utilizing those skills in empirical research.
• Strong programming skills analyzing large and complex data with statistical tools (Python preferred)
• Ability to communicate complex ideas clearly.
• Prior experience in the investment field is a plus but not required

About Man Numeric

Man Numeric is a fundamentally-driven systematic investment manager. It takes a bottom-up approach to research and security selection and distils its findings into systematic processes that are applied across regions, styles and capitalisations. It offers long-only and alternative investment strategies that invest in both equity and credit markets.

The firm’s research-driven culture, which is underpinned by advanced technology and data science techniques, focuses on innovation and enhancement across alpha generation, risk management, portfolio construction and implementation.

Man Numeric has capabilities in systematic responsible investing, offering dedicated quantitative strategies and incorporating proprietary ESG and Climate alpha signals across a diverse range of strategies.

Founded in 1989 and becoming part of Man Group in 2014, Man Numeric’s assets under management were $39.4 billion at 30 September 2023. Further information can be found at www.man.com/numeric

Work-Life Balance and Benefits at Man

Man Group is proud to provide the best working environment possible for all of its employees, and we are committed to equality of opportunity. At Man Group we believe that a diverse workforce is a critical factor in the success of our business, and this is embedded in our culture and values. We run a number of external and internal initiatives, partnerships and programmes that help us to attract and develop talent from diverse backgrounds and encourage diversity and inclusion across our firm and industry. https://www.man.com/diversity. Man Group is also a Signatory of the Women in Finance Charter.

Man Group supports many charities, and global initiatives. We support professional training and development, and requests for flexible or part-time working. Employees are also offered two 'Mankind' days of paid leave per year as part of the Man Charitable Trust's community volunteering programme.

We offer comprehensive, firm-wide employee benefits including competitive holiday entitlements, pension/401k, life and long-term disability coverage, group sick pay, enhanced parental leave and long-service leave.  Additional benefits are tailored to local markets and may include private medical coverage, discounted gym membership and wellbeing programmes.

Company:

NERA

Description:

We have an opening for a full-time Analyst/Sr. Analyst in the Antitrust practice in our San Francisco, CA, White Plains, NY or Washington, DC office, who has an understanding of economic analysis and research, is experienced in data-analysis programming languages, such as SAS/STATA, R, Python or other programming languages, and has good communication skills. Experience in processing, analyzing, and visualizing data is highly desirable.

Qualified candidates will provide research, analysis and advice to clients in the area of applied microeconomics with a concentration on antitrust. This practice focuses on applying economic theory and quantitative methods, grounded in a thorough understanding of industry-specific factors, to provide a full range of theoretical and empirical economic analysis in matters involving mergers and acquisitions, antitrust litigation, and competition policy.

Your responsibilities may include collecting industry, company, and competitor information; reviewing, summarizing and analyzing industry trends; creating trial exhibits; drafting memos and presentation materials; helping to prepare expert reports; and participating in client and team meetings and conference calls. In addition, responsibilities may include using data-analysis programming languages to analyze large data sets of prices, sales, and other relevant economic data as well as using statistical and econometric methods to model economic and financial data to produce analyses supporting the research conducted in the course of antitrust cases (including mergers and anticompetitive conduct cases). Your responsibilities will also include leading and organizing project teams undertaking economic analysis as well as developing research and data analysis plans in support of antitrust cases. This is a team based, multi-task environment that requires precision work, often under tight deadlines.

Candidates should have 3-4 years of professional experience, a minimum of a BA or BS in economics, statistics, mathematics or related field, with exceptional analytic skills and strong academic records. Coursework and/or experience in economics, statistics, regression analysis/econometrics and computer programming are desired. Qualified candidates must be detail-oriented and have strong analytic skills, excellent oral communication skills, and an ability to write in a clear and persuasive manner.

NERA Economic Consulting (www.nera.com) is a global firm of experts dedicated to applying economic, finance, and quantitative principles to complex business and legal challenges. For over half a century, NERA's economists have been creating strategies, studies, reports, expert testimony, and policy recommendations for government authorities and the world’s leading law firms and corporations. We bring academic rigor, objectivity, and real-world industry experience to bear on issues arising from competition, regulation, public policy, strategy, finance, and litigation.

NERA provides a challenging and rewarding professional experience with competitive compensation and benefits. We promote from within, and do not have an up-or-out policy in career development. To help meet the demands of the position, we support both personal and professional growth. Elements of our program include a comprehensive orientation program, skill enhancement training sessions, and formal performance evaluations twice a year.

For immediate consideration, please visit the Career section of our website (http://www.nera.com/), and apply to the Researcher position by creating your personal profile and submitting your resume, cover letter and unofficial transcript. Only those applicants who complete their profile completely will be considered.

The applicable base salary range for this role is $90,000 -$120,000. The base pay offered will be determined on factors such as experience, skills, training, location, certifications, education, and any applicable minimum wage requirements. Decisions will be determined on a case-by-case basis. In addition to the base salary, this position may be eligible for performance-based incentives. We are excited to offer a competitive total rewards package which includes health and welfare benefits, tuition assistance, 401K savings and other retirement programs as well as employee assistance programs.

#NERA

Aalto University in Espoo Finland is a community of bold thinkers where science and art meet technology and business. We are committed to identifying and solving grand societal challenges and building an innovative future. Aalto has six schools with nearly 11 000 students and a staff of more than 4000, of which 400 are professors.

Aalto University School of Engineering, Department of Built Environment invites applications for

DOCTORAL RESEARCHER IN LAND USE PLANNING

The Spatial Planning and Transportation Engineering research group is seeking a highly motivated and creative doctoral researcher who would undertake research in 15 min cities.

General information on the Doctoral Network

The selected candidate will be part of the SUNSET Doctoral Network, a Horizon Europe project funded by Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions Doctoral Networks (MSCA DN). The SUNSET Doctoral Network is built around a community of leading scholars and 10 doctoral candidates (DCs) delivering insights into how universities and their host cities can collaborate and interact to achieve the digitalization and sustainability goals set out by current European and global policy agendas. The network is purposefully international, intersectoral, and interdisciplinary. It consists of 6 academic and 16 non-academic partners in 5 European countries (Belgium – The Netherlands – Finland – Norway – Estonia). SUNSET emphasizes cooperative research and includes international mobility and intersectoral secondments to maximize the career potential of all DCs. 

Individual PhD project information

Host institution: Aalto University, Finland 

Supervisory team: Prof. Marketta Kyttä (PhD main supervisor, Aalto University), Prof Ben Derudder (co-supervisor, KU Leuven), PostDoc Tiina Rinne (second co-supervisor, Aalto), and the representatives of the cities of Lahti and Espoo. 

Enrolment in Doctoral School: Doctoral Programme in Engineering, Aalto University

The positions should start in autumn 2024 and is intended for full-time work. The doctoral researcher will be granted a 3-year contract (with a probation period of 6 months). The successful applicant will have possibility to cooperate with world-class researchers, as well as to attend scientific conferences and meetings. Moreover, the research group provides strong support and academic freedom, with possibilities for interdisciplinary collaboration, both internationally and within Aalto University. Please note that the applicants are not expected to apply to the Aalto doctoral programme at this point – only the successful candidate will do this at the next application window (but is expected to take up the position already before that).

PhD project description

The PhD project will investigate how the online public participation GIS (PPGIS) methodology can be utilized to analyze how citizen use urban space in their habitual behavior and what are the related carbon footprint outcomes. The project will also demonstrate the value of PPGIS within the context of the 15-minute city concept and identify various urban lifestyles and the possible health and wellbeing outcomes. The expected results include the identification how individuals differ in their ways of using urban space depending on socio-economic background and individual lifestyles as well as the identification of urban structural characteristics that promote the accessibility of resources, especially with active travel modes. The project will also demonstrate how ‘soft’ place-based user knowledge is integrated with other ‘hard’ knowledge layers of the city to support knowledge informed planning. 

Planned secondments: 

• KU Leuven, Belgium (3 Months 29-31): Visiting fellowship at the Public Governance Institute and KU Leuven Urban Studies Institute (LUSI) 

• City of Espoo (1,5 Months 21-22): experiment with the PPGIS Methodology

• City of Lahti (1,5 Months 23-24): experiment with the PPGIS Methodology

Essential requirements

• A master's degree in urban planning, geoinformatics, geography, architecture, psychology, computer sciences or in a related area.

• Fluent written and verbal communication skills in English are required, knowledge of Finnish is an advantage.

• The ability to work independently as part of a group in an international environment is essential.

• Appreciated skills include deep knowledge in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and statistical analysis skills.

• Previous knowledge in the 15 min cities -concept is an advantage.

Other requirements

• If you finish your master’s degree in the spring of 2024, you are also welcome to apply 

• You have a keen interest in urban studies, the digital and green transitions, and European public policies  

• You are ambitious, well organized, a team player, and have excellent communication skills 

• You are proficient in English, both written and verbal 

• You did not reside or carry out your main activity (work, studies, etc.) in Finland for more than 12 months in the 3 years immediately before the recruitment date. Compulsory national service, short stays such as holidays, and time spent as part of a procedure for obtaining refugee status are not taken into account 

• Candidates must be in the first four years of their research careers and cannot hold a doctoral degree 

• You have the ability to work independently and have a critical mindset 

• You are a pro-active and motivated person, eager to participate in network-wide training events, international mobility, and public dissemination activities. 

Salary

The selected candidate will receive a salary in accordance with the MSCA regulations for Doctoral Researchers. The exact (net) salary will be confirmed upon appointment and is dependent on local tax regulations and on the country correction coefficient (to allow for the difference in the cost of living in different EU Member States).

The salary paid to the recruited researcher consists of a living allowance and a mobility allowance (and a family allowance, if applicable). The employee's and the employer's mandatory charges, as well as tax, will be deducted from the gross salary (according to the local tax and employment regulations).

The guaranteed PhD funding is for 36 months (i.e., funding from the European Commission); additional one year funding is possible to apply from the School of Engineering of Aalto University. The additional one year funding is probably needed because the doctoral studies in Aalto normally take 4 years.

How to apply

To apply for the position, please submit your application electronically through our online recruitment system and provide the following documents:

• a CV, describing at least education, employment history and relevant skills

• academic certificates and transcripts

• a personal statement outlining motivation, interest, and eligibility for the post (maximum two pages)

The deadline for applications is no later than 15th of April 2024, at 23:59 Finnish time (UTC +2). Possible interviews (via MS Teams) will take place during May.

Aalto University reserves the right for justified reasons to leave the position open, to extend the application period, and reopen the application process.

Further information

For more information on the positions, please contact Prof. Marketta Kyttä, tel. +358 505124583 (email: marketta.kytta@aalto.fi). For more information on the process, please contact HR Generalist Jenna Koskenniemi (email: jenna.koskenniemi@aalto.fi).

The project descriptions, essential requirements and link to the positions on the university websites for all 10 PhD positions can be found via the website of SUNSET: www.sunsetproject.eu

Other information:

https://cordis.europa.eu/project/id/101119845

https://sunsetproject.eu/

https://marie-sklodowska-curie-actions.ec.europa.eu/actions/doctoral-networks

Doctoral Programme in Engineering

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