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Ref.: 536657 Work type: Full-time Department: Department of Social Work and Social Administration (30300) Categories: Senior Research Staff & Post-doctoral Fellow Applications are invited for appointment as Post-doctoral Fellow in the Department of Social Work and Social Administration (Ref.:536657), to commence as soon as possible for one year, with the possibility of renewal. Applicants should possess a Ph.D. degree in Social Sciences, Social Work, Psychology, Public Health, Biostatistics, or a related discipline, with strong sense of responsibility and problem-solving skills, effective communication skills (both written and oral English), good interpersonal skills, and ability to work as an effective member of a team. Applicants with knowledge of ageing and mental health in later life, experience in programme evaluation and advanced statistics, and/or a strong track publication record will have an advantage. The appointee will be working closely with multidisciplinary scholars and a research team on an evaluation study examining the impact of technology use on mental health in later life. The appointee will be responsible for data collection, data management and analysis, preparation of research reports and high-quality manuscripts, the development of proposals and research design, the presentation of research findings at local and international conferences, the supervision of junior research staff in academic and research activities, and other duties as assigned by the Principal Investigator. 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. Applicants should apply online and upload an up-to-date CV. Review of applications will start as soon as possible and continue until July 31, 2026 or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier. The University is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to equality, ethics, inclusivity, diversity and transparency

Liverpool John Moores University (LJMU) is a distinctive, unique institution, rooted in the Liverpool City Region and with a global presence. Our students and staff, past, present, and future, are the beating heart of our city and can be found in every corner of every industry and community. We couldn’t exist anywhere else and have shaped the city in which we belong. Working with the people of Liverpool to improve lives and support communities is at the heart of why we were founded and why we exist today We are seeking two Customer Service Advisors to work 20 hours per week during term time. Please note this is University Term Time and not School Term Time. The purpose of the Customer Services Team is to co-ordinate the planning, monitoring and delivery of the ‘customer experience’. Its core purpose will be to drive synergies of practice across the entire Estate and Facilities Management Division, managing customer experience, governance and operational safety, bringing coherence via Business Partnering to how activity relates to broader institutional objectives. It will drive connectivity to faculties, schools, and departments to support academic and professional service delivery. You will need 5 GCSE’s at grades A* to C or equivalent qualification, or proven track record of previous work experience in a relevant role or relevant life experience. Experience of delivering excellent customer service and using Microsoft Office applications are essential. In return, we offer an excellent benefits package including generous annual leave entitlement, pension scheme, induction and development support as well as family-friendly policies. This is an exciting time to join the university as we deliver the LJMU Strategy 2030 and its vision of LJMU as an inclusive civic university transforming lives and futures, by placing students at the heart of everything we do. If you feel that this is the role you have been looking for and your skills and experience can make a real difference at LJMU, we look forward to hearing from you. LJMU is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds and communities irrespective of age, transgender status, disability, gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity and religion or belief. All our appointments are made on merit. Please note all of our vacancies will be closed to applications at midnight on the advertised closing date, unless otherwise stated.

Department: Department of Business Management – Faculty of Economics and Administration Deadline: 31 Jul 2026 Start date: September 1st, 2026 Job type: full-time Job field: Science and research The Dean of the Faculty of Economics and Administration, Masaryk University (ECON MUNI), invites applications for the following fixed-term position at the Department of Business Management:  Post-doctoral Researcher in Social Psychology or Political Psychology  Masaryk University, Faculty of Economics and Administration, is looking for a Postdoctoral Researcher in the field of psychology, political science, media studies or related field.  We seek candidates with an interest in research on conspiracy beliefs, unfounded beliefs, misinformation and/or interdisciplinary research interests, and/or background in state-of-the-art methods in longitudinal research to work within the ERC-CZ project Resilient Society Protected against Conspiracy Theories (RESPeCT). This position offers a unique opportunity to work with experts from Masaryk University and other partner institutions on projects related to social and political psychology and specifically to longitudinally test interventions against conspiracy beliefs based on an intergroup approach. Apart from conspiracy beliefs, the project explores a wide range of research topics covering polarization, cohesion, and intergroup allyship. The position will include collaborations with an international group of researchers, social psychologists, experimental economists, political scientists and other experts, and strong focus on peer-reviewed research. We encourage recent Ph.D. graduates specializing in social and/or political psychology to apply. We are looking for a candidate: A full-time post-doctoral researcher;  With a PhD in psychology, political science, media studies or a related field, or being near completion; With a strong interest in research on conspiracy beliefs, unfounded beliefs or misinformation; previous experience with research on these topics is beneficial;  With background in state-of-the-art methods in longitudinal research and interdisciplinary research interests; With research potential demonstrated by at least 1 high quality peer-reviewed publication thematically or methodologically related to the project; With active participation in international research conferences and professional fluency in English;  Good French or Italian language skills will be an advantage.  What does the position entail: A full-time position as a post-doctoral researcher in the field of social sciences Peer-reviewed research and its presentation at international conferences Contribution to the preparation and implementation of national and international grant proposals Participation in ongoing and upcoming research projects  No knowledge of the Czech language is expected or required for professional or social purposes.   What do we offer?  A full-time (40 hours a week) Post-doctoral Researcher position at one of the highest-ranked research universities in the region of Central and Eastern Europe. The position is offered as a 24-months fixed-term contract (until 31 August 2028). Possible prolongation depends on the availability of project funding.  The starting date of the contract is 1 September 2026. The monthly salary is based on seniority ranging from 2000-3000 EUR/month (gross).  Relocation support and help from the MUNI Welcome Office  A friendly and international working environment  Opportunities for professional growth (e.g., university seminar series, internships, exchanges, participation in research projects) Flexible working hours and occasional home office to support personal needs in family and career Employee benefits (6 weeks of paid vacation per year, contribution to meals, contribution to pension savings, language courses, exclusive mobile tariff, sport activities, vaccination) Opportunity to work and live in a modern and dynamic university city with close proximity to Prague and Vienna About the workplace Masaryk University is an academically diverse and research-intensive university with a strong commitment to high-quality research and education. The university offers an inspiring research and teaching environment to its 35,000 students and more than 7,000 employees.  MUNI is located in the university city of Brno, Czech Republic. Based on the most recent OECD Better Life Index data, the Czech Republic ranks next to the US and the UK. Proximity to nature and other historical cities (e.g., Prague, Vienna, Budapest), variety of cultural and entertainment attractions, and top personal safety make Brno one of the top 100 university cities in the world according to students. More details could be found here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9kal6NSc_Nc  Faculty members conduct quality research with peers from other Czech, European, and American universities. Members of the faculty have published in journals such as Journal of Public Economics, Journal of Urban Economics, European Economic Review, Journal of Economic Behaviour and Organization, Oxford Bulletin of Economics and Statistics, Scientific Reports, AEA papers and Proceedings, Public Choice or Kyklos. The administrative staff is experienced in helping researchers with both national and international grant applications. Application and selection procedure The application shall be submitted online by July 31, 2026 (23:59 p.m., CET) via an e-application (Please, use the link in the e-Application section below). Interviews for the position will be held online or in-person at Masaryk University. Online and in-person interviews may be scheduled on a rolling basis and early applications are encouraged. The candidate shall provide following: A cover letter with a description of your research agenda in the desired area, A full professional Curriculum Vitae including the complete bibliography of published works (or provide a link where the information could be found), A job market paper and/or up to two other research papers, The names, e-mail addresses, and phone numbers of 3 references; references will be contacted independently to submit reference letters After submitting your application successfully, you will receive an automatic confirmation e-mail from jobs.muni.cz. For further information about the position and the department, please contact Magdalena Adamus, at Magdalena.Adamus@econ.muni.cz. Please do not send applications directly by e-mail. If you need help uploading your application or have any questions about the recruitment process, please contact the head of the HR department Dominika Tvarožková e-mail: Dominika.Tvarozkova@econ.muni.cz All interested candidates are encouraged to apply regardless of personal background. The selection process is based on an Open Transparent Merit-based Recruitment Policy. Masaryk University does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or sexual orientation. The faculty holds the HR Excellence Award. We are looking forward to hearing from you! Prof. Mgr. Jiří Špalek, Ph.D. Dean