Academic Programmes & Events Officer

Qube Research & Technologies

Qube Research & Technologies (QRT) is a global quantitative and systematic investment manager, operating in all liquid asset classes across the world. We are a technology and data driven group implementing a scientific approach to investing. Combining data, research, technology, and trading expertise has shaped QRT’s collaborative mindset which enables us to solve the most complex challenges. QRT’s culture of innovation continuously drives our ambition to deliver high quality returns for our investors. Join QRT Academy as a Technology Director in London or Paris. In this highly visible role, you will help shape the future of technical learning and knowledge sharing across QRT. Working closely with senior technology leaders, engineering teams and business stakeholders, you will identify evolving technical capability needs, design and deliver initiatives that accelerate technical excellence and foster a strong engineering community across the firm. This is a unique opportunity to build and scale technical programmes that reach hundreds of engineers globally while contributing to QRT’s continued growth as a leading technology-driven investment firm. Your future role at QRT: * Partner with the CTO organisation and technology leaders in business departments to identify strategic technical capability needs across QRT and develop initiatives to address them. * Design, organise and continuously improve QRT's technical learning programmes, ensuring they remain aligned with the latest industry trends and technologies. * Lead the delivery of internal technical conferences, Tech Camps, Tech Summits and community events, including workshops and training programmes, across QRT. * Build and foster a vibrant internal technical community connecting engineering teams across both the CTO organisation and business departments. * Develop and maintain learning resources, documentation and knowledge-sharing platforms. * Design and continuously improve technical assessments and hiring standards, ensuring QRT recruits the technical talent needed to support future grow * Build trusted relationships with senior engineers, managers and executives to understand evolving technical priorities and translate them into impactful Academy initiatives. * Identify opportunities to strengthen QRT's technical culture and promote collaboration across teams. Your present skillset: * Significant experience leading complex technical programmes, engineering initiatives or technology-focused learning programmes. * Previous hands-on technical experience, ideally as a software engineer or in another highly technical role, with the credibility to engage and influence experienced engineering teams. * Excellent project and programme management skills, with the ability to coordinate multiple strategic initiatives simultaneously. * Experience organising large-scale technical events, conferences or community initiatives, with a genuine interest in building and growing technical communities. * Outstanding interpersonal and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence senior technical leaders across the organisation. * Strong communication and presentation skills, with confidence communicating with both technical and non-technical audiences. * Highly organised, proactive and energetic, with a strong sense of ownership and a focus on * Curious about emerging technologies, particularly AI and software engineering trends. * Pragmatic, collaborative and intellectually humble, with the ability to challenge ideas constructively while remaining open to different perspectives. * Comfortable working in a fast-moving environment where priorities evolve quickly. * Hands-on, with the ability to turn ideas into practical solutions and a strong bias towards execution and measurable impact. QRT is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome diversity as essential to our success. QRT empowers employees to work openly and respectfully to achieve collective success. In addition to professional achievement, we are offering initiatives and programs to enable employees achieve a healthy work-life balance.

GUS Germany GmbH

DEINE AUFGABEN Position •    Teaching the assigned academic modules according to the curriculum. •    Administering, proctoring and marking all students ‘assignments and exams papers of all assigned classes. •    Amending or designing and developing a new curriculum for a Module if required. •    Updating a Syllabus or Syllabi if required. •    Supervising several Dissertations per academic year (if required). •    Providing consultation and mentoring to students. •    Creating assignment briefs and exams papers. •    Providing feedback to students using positive reinforcement techniques to encourage, motivate, or build confidence. •    Teaching students study skills relevant to programmes and exam-taking strategies. •    Providing, if needed, private instruction to individual or small groups of students to improve academic performance and to prepare for exams. •    Assessing students' progress throughout tutoring sessions. •    Scheduling tutoring appointments with students. •    Monitoring student performance or assisting students in academic environments, such as classrooms, laboratories, or computing centers. •    Organizing the tutoring environment to promote productivity and learning. •    Participating in training and development sessions to improve tutoring practices or learn new tutoring techniques. •    Communicate effectively with students and convey passion for learning. •    Maintaining records of students' assessment results, progress, feedback, or school performance, ensuring confidentiality of all records. •    Preparing lesson plans or learning modules for tutoring sessions according to the Programmes needs and goals. •    Creatively design teaching materials that maximizes student’s experience. •    Developing content, both written and recorded, as directed by the Chief Academic Officer. •    Researching or recommending textbooks, software, equipment, or other learning materials to complement tutoring. •    Communicating students' progress to students in written progress reports, in person, by phone, by e-mail and/or teleconferencing. •    Identifying, developing, or implementing intervention strategies, tutoring plans, or individualized education plans (IEPs) for students. •    Performing day-to-day tasks such as maintaining information files and processing paperwork related to teaching activities. •    Provide feedback to students on their progress. •    Playing a proactive role in promoting the school. •    Providing all students with tutor support to develop their assignments •    Participating in School ‘s activities as required by the Chief Academic Officer. DEIN PROFIL Requirements PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCIES •    PhD or PhD candidate •    Prior teaching experience in higher education at university level •    Very good knowledge of Windows OS, of MS Office suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint) and Microsoft Teams •    Scientific publications in a related discipline •    Fluent in spoken and written English •    Knowledge of German is desirable •    Knowledge of Educational Platforms (i.e. Canvas, Blackboard etc.) •    Working knowledge of timetabling software •    Sound knowledge of study regulations and rules •    Advanced technical skills in animation and digital art software, including TVPaint, Moho, and Adobe Creative Suite, After effects, Sounds in Animation. •    A solid understanding of animation principles, productions, workflows, and pipelines. •    Additional experience in game design and UI/UX design is a strong plus. PERSONAL COMPETENCIES •    Very good organizational and communication skills •    High social competence and assertiveness •    Maintaining an overview even with high workloads •    Entrepreneurial and economic way of thinking and working •    Resilient and flexible •    Motivated for further academic and professional development WARUM WIR? Other information Benefits •    Further training and vocational education, as well as polishing up academic titles •    Exchange possibilities with GUS entities in other countries •    Team events •    Special conditions from BSBI business partners •    Free refreshments BSBI’s mission is to educate students to effectively shape the future and become excellent leaders of tomorrow in an ever-changing business world. It also aims to teach students to understand how businesses function and how economic success is generated. BSBI offers industry-relevant programs that focus on the development of practical entrepreneurial skills necessary for professional success. Located in the heart of Berlin, we are an international business school that offers academic excellence. We are a member of Global University Systems (GUS) and provide unlimited career opportunities for its students and staff.

European Council on Foreign Relations

JOB PURPOSE The purpose of the internship is two-fold: 1) provide support for event organization, administration, and social media communication of the Paris office and 2) assist in a research project on the challenges of decarbonization, climate action and competitiveness in France, in the context of the 2027 presidential election. The internship will combine desk research on party programs, candidates, intellectual debates on these topics, and, when possible, in-person interviews and participation to conferences. The intern will gain practical experience in a dynamic, multinational environment. MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Event and Advocacy Support: Assist with the organization and logistics of events and outreach activities for the Paris office, including tracking RSVPs, booking accommodations and transportation, and managing event-related communications. 2. Social Media and CRM Management: Contribute to managing the program’s social media presence, assist with maintaining the CRM system, and support the network engagement and communication efforts. 3. Research Project Support: Assist with research on French debates on climate, decarbonization, and competitiveness in the context of the 2027 presidential election, draft research papers and prepare research briefings. 4. Translation and Administrative Support: Provide general office support, including processing orders for supplies, handling logistics for staff events (e.g., retreats, parties), and assisting with day-to-day administrative tasks. 5. Team Collaboration: Work closely with the Paris coordination team, the DARE team as well as Communications and Advocacy departments and provide flexible support for a variety of tasks, ensuring smooth operations and assisting with urgent needs as they arise. PERSON SPECIFICATION * Current university student (Master’s) in Political Science, International Relations, Economics, Social Sciences, or a related discipline. A Convention de stage with your university is required. * Strong academic background in political science with a focus on international relations, EU foreign policy, or economics * Fluent in French and English SKILLS AND ABILITIES * Organizational Skills: Well-organized, with the ability to multi-task effectively, prioritize responsibilities, and maintain attention to detail. * Proactivity and Flexibility: Proactive, self-motivated, and flexible, able to work both independently and as part of a multinational team. * Communication and Interpersonal Skills: Strong communication skills, with ease in drafting invitations, engaging in social interactions, and presenting ideas. Comfortable working in a multicultural environment and able to adapt communication styles accordingly. * Technical Proficiency: Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and experienced in using tools like CRM systems, Canva and WordPress. * Reliability and Quality Focus: Detail-oriented, reliable, and committed to delivering high-quality work with a positive attitude. * Teamwork and Management: Capable of managing tasks efficiently, prioritizing and multitasking in a fast-paced environment, with strong interpersonal and social skills that contribute to team success. WHAT WE OFFER * Stipend according to local laws and regulations (around 4.50 euros per hour for 35 hours/week) * Flexible and hybrid working mode * Lunch Voucher * Generous leave policy * An exciting environment in an innovative, pan-European think-tank * An open and appreciative culture within the organization * High level of personal responsibility. * Committed multicultural and diverse colleagues from across Europe * A modern workplace in the heart of Paris * Practical experience in a dynamic, multinational environment. TO APPLY AND NEXT STEPS If this is of interest, we look forward to receiving your application!     Please use the apply button to submit your cover letter and CV (max. 2 pg. and pdf format)  Application Deadline: 20th July 2026   Candidates must be eligible to work in France, enrolled as a student, and should be available from mid-September 2026 to mid-March 2027   We aim to keep you posted with the status of your application, but due to high volume of applicants, we are unable to communicate with all applicants individually. If you are not contacted within 2 weeks of closing date, please consider you have not been pre-selected.    We care about your data privacy. If you are interested to know more about how we manage your personal data, you can find more information in this link: https://ecfr.eu/privacy-job-applicants/    ECFR is an Equal Opportunity Employer and we do not discriminate against applicants due to race, ethnicity, gender, veteran status, or on the basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.     STRICTLY NO AGENCIES PLEASE