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Job DescriptionTe Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunityWe are looking for an organised, proactive, and people-focused Administrator (Student Engagement) to join our energetic Student Engagement team.This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a vibrant campus experience by supporting a wide range of student programmes, events, and initiatives that help students build friendships, develop skills, and feel part of the University community.Working alongside the Student Engagement Coordinators, you’ll provide essential administrative and operational support across a range of engagement activities from orientation and transition programmes through to leadership initiatives, co-curricular recognition, and large-scale student events .No two days will look the same, making this an ideal role for someone who enjoys variety, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and loves working with students and people from diverse backgrounds.This is a full-time (37.5 hours/ week) permanent position. The salary range for this role is from NZ $55,634 - $62,900 per annum depending on experience and qualifications.For more detailed information, please refer to the Position Description. He kōrero mōu | About youYou are someone who enjoys helping others and creating positive experiences. You bring strong organisational skills, a collaborative mindset, and a genuine enthusiasm for working with students and supporting engaging programmes and events.You’re adaptable, approachable, and comfortable managing multiple priorities while maintaining a high level of professionalism and attention to detail. Mō tō mātou rōpū | About the teamStudent and Scholarly Services (SaSS) was established with the aim of strengthening the integration of student facing services to improve effectiveness at all points along the student journey. SaSS encompasses a wide range of student-facing services, plus services that support researchers and academic staff in their teaching. Services include academic services, libraries and learning support, Student hubs and the Student experience centre, services to support kaimahi Māori and Pacific students, student engagement and wellbeing. Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou | What we offerThe University of Auckland is New Zealand's leading University and maintains significant computational, laboratory, and analytic facilities. Auckland is frequently rated as one of the world's most liveable cities.The University is committed to providing an excellent working environment through the following:Flexible employment practices (including working from home and flexible hours)Up to 6.75% company superannuation schemeA competitive salary with five weeks' annual leaveIn addition, we also offer career development programs, discounted car parking, a generous parental leave allowance, childcare, and other discounts on internal and external services.For more information, please visit Staff Benefits. Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to applyApplications must be submitted online by the closing date of 3/06/2026 to be considered. As part of your application please submit a CV and Cover letter to include:Please reach out to Christina Partridge - [email protected] for a confidential conversation. Please note we are happy to answer your questions, but we do not accept applications by email.
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Closing: Jun 25, 2026 |
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The McCarthy Lab has an exciting opportunity for a prospective Research Technician who is interested in synthetic biology approaches to engineer biofilms to better tackle environmental challenges.You will be joining a highly interdisciplinary project, where we will blend synthetic biology, environmental engineering, and biotechnology to develop disruptive solutions to major environmental challenges. Experience with advanced cloning systems, CRISPR tools, metagenomic mining and the use of different biofilm imaging platforms is highly desirable. There will be a particular focus on developing approaches to harness bacterial community behaviours like biofilm formation to better tackle environmental pollutants such as waste plastics. Our aim is to leverage cutting-edge advancements in synthetic biology and biofilm engineering to develop innovative strategies for bioremediation, with a key focus on scalable solutions that can be readily adopted by the waste and water sectors. This fast-paced project will give the successful candidate the opportunity to develop new skills by working closely with our interdisciplinary team and build their international profile including through research visits to academic collaborators and working with SMEs.The successful candidate will be responsible for accurate and efficient data generation, data management, collation and the reporting of results to the project lead. The post-holder will need to demonstrate excellent attention to detail, organisational, team working and communication skills and have a keen interest in drafting research outputs for peer-review publication. The successful applicant will work closely with other researchers within the McCarthy Lab and with other EBIC partners. There will also be opportunities to explore the commercial Applicants must have a BSc or MSc in a relevant discipline. Experience and knowledge in the field of biofilm formation is essential. Experience in some or all of the following: advanced cloning systems, CRISPR tools, metagenomic mining and the use of different biofilm imaging platforms is highly desirable. They should be enthusiastic, well motivated and be able to work both independently and collaboratively. This position is available for 32 months. Please include one paper or preprint that illustrates research skills that are relevant to this project. We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcome applicants who support our mission of inclusivity.Working at the University of Southampton:Check out the staff benefits and why you should join us at The University of Southampton.
Closing Date: 30 Jun 2026
Section: Technical & Experimental
Salary: £36,636 to £41,064 per annum Full Time Fixed Term until 01/06/2029
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Closing: Jun 20, 2026 |
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The University of Surrey is a global community of ideas and people, dedicated to life-changing education and research. We are ambitious and have a bold vision of what we want to achieve – shaping ourselves into one of the best universities in the world, which we are achieving through the talents and endeavour of every employee.The roleJoin the School of Medicine’s Student Support team as a Student Support Coordinator. You will serve as the first point of contact for students seeking guidance, assistance, or access to wellbeing services, playing a vital role in ensuring that every student who reaches out receives a timely, empathic, and appropriately directed response. You will provide comprehensive administrative and coordination support within a complex and highly regulated professional environment.Day to day, you will triage student enquiries and coordinate signposting to University services and external support organisations, including attending initial meetings with students and managing routine enquiries to ensure seamless access to support. You will assist in the administration of reasonable adjustments and disability-related support, working with the University’s Disability and Neurodiversity service.You will liaise with personal tutors, academic leads, and the wider Student Services directorate to facilitate a coordinated approach to student welfare, maintaining the Student Support inbox and scheduling appointments as required. Alongside this, you will help plan, organise, and co-deliver wellbeing events and initiatives, contributing to an inclusive and welcoming environment within the Medical School.The role also encompasses a broad range of administrative responsibilities including diary management, meeting and committee support, agenda and minute preparation, and the maintenance of accurate records and filing systems. You will create and update communications content across digital and print platforms, compile service usage reports, and develop a working knowledge of University regulations, GMC requirements, and student welfare frameworks to support clear and accurate guidance to students.About youThe successful candidate will bring previous experience in an administrative role, combined with a genuine commitment to student welfare and the ability to engage empathically with individuals who may be experiencing difficulty. You will be organised, accurate, and able to manage a varied workload with a high degree of attention to detail, working with appropriate independence within established procedures.Excellent IT skills are essential, including proficiency in MS Office and SharePoint, alongside the willingness to learn bespoke systems. Experience of minute taking, multiple diary management using MS Outlook, and working to tight deadlines is required. You will be confident in handling sensitive and confidential information with professionalism and discretion, and will demonstrate strong communication skills across a range of audiences.You will be adaptable and flexible in your approach, willing to provide administrative assistance and cover for other members of the Faculty administrative team as required. The ability to build productive working relationships with students, academic staff, and colleagues across the University’s professional services is central to success in this role. Experience of the higher education sector and a basic awareness of the University’s activities would be advantageous, though not essential.How to applyPlease apply on the University website including a CV and covering letter demonstrating how you meet the essential requirements outlined above.
Closing Date: 19 Jun 2026
Area: Professional Services
Salary: £19,248 to £21,982 per annum pro rata (0.6 FTE)
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Closing: Jun 15, 2026 |
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Honorary Clinical Academic Appointments – New Zealand Graduate School of MedicineLocation: University of Waikato, Hamilton
Join the New Zealand Graduate School of Medicine as an Honorary Clinical Academic and help shape the future of medical education and research in Aotearoa. These appointments connect clinical practice with academia, fostering innovation, mentorship, and collaboration across primary, secondary, and tertiary care.
As an Honorary Clinical Academic, you’ll:
Contribute to teaching, mentorship, and curriculum development.
Support research, including translational and health technology innovation.
Build partnerships between healthcare, communities, and the University.
Be part of a diverse, multidisciplinary national network.
Benefits include:University affiliation, access to research support and resources, and opportunities to influence medical education during this foundational phase of the Graduate School.
We welcome clinicians from all specialties, regions, and career stages, with a strong commitment to equity, diversity, Te Tiriti o Waitangi, and cultural safety.
Find out more and apply now to help develop the next generation of doctors and improve health outcomes for all communities.
Apply before 31st December 2027
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Closing: Dec 31, 2027 |
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The School of Physics and Astronomy is seeking a Senior Teaching Laboratory Technician with the knowledge, practical skill and management ability to support the delivery of a high-quality student experience in our teaching laboratories. The University of Southampton is a world-leading, research-intensive university with a strong and high-quality educational offering. We are renowned for our innovation and enterprise and are a founder of the prestigious, research-led Russell Group of universities.The successful candidate will be able to provide effective and efficient technical support in Physics & Astronomy undergraduate teaching laboratories through the design, set-up, maintenance, testing and demonstration of laboratory experiments. The role involves specialist support and managing the running of the laboratories, maintaining and updating experiments as required. This also includes demonstrating to students and staff, and good understanding of physics and experimental method is advantageous. Working independently or with minimum levels of direct supervision is important, as is being able to ask for help when it’s needed. Good communication skills and team work are essential.Hands on working, guiding students to reach their potential will be at the heart of what you do. During the teaching term, you will ensure the experiments are running smoothly and help the students understand how to get the most out of them. Term breaks are a great time to get “stuck in”, take model data, design and improve experiments or the lab environment following your passion and interests to further improve the learning experience of our students. You will be passionate about education as well as you will be adept at communicating to a diverse range of individuals from varying backgrounds, ensuring that inclusivity is part of everything you do.As a university we aim to create an environment where everyone can thrive and are proactive in fostering a culture of inclusion, respect and equality of opportunity. We believe that we can only truly meet our objectives if we are reflective of society, so we are passionate about creating a working environment in which you are free to bring your whole self to work. Working at the University of Southampton gives you access to a wide range of benefits in addition to our competitive rates of pay. Our core benefits include pension scheme membership; a generous annual leave allowance (supplemented by University closure days and public holidays) and excellent family leave arrangements (including maternity, paternity, adoption and parental leave). The University of Southampton is a signatory of the Technician Commitment and a partner affiliate of the National Technician Development Centre (NTDC). We are committed to supporting our technical staff and offer a wide range of opportunities including networking, mentoring, training, professional registration and career development. We really value all our technical staff and recognise the broad range of skills they have in support of education, research and enterprise activities. By joining Southampton you will be part of a bigger technical community, offering support and guidance.For more information about the job, please contact Sanja Barkovic [email protected]
Closing Date: 18 Jun 2026
Section: Technical & Experimental
Salary: £36,636 to £44,746 Per annum Full Time Permanent
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Closing: Jun 21, 2026 |
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An exciting opportunity has become available to join the University of Southampton’s outstanding Southampton Sport team as a Sports Operations Assistant (Lifeguard).Southampton Sport operates across several locations, including the newly extended Jubilee Sport & Recreation Centre on Highfield Campus. Conveniently located for staff, students, and members of the public, the centre offers a wide range of modern sport and fitness facilities, including:A large new gym with over 200 Technogym exercise stationsInclusive fitness equipment suitable for all abilitiesA 6-lane, 25-metre swimming poolA split-level, 150-station fitness suite (TAS Athletes Programme)Two sports halls featuring 8 and 4 multi-use courtsX3 squash courtsX4 fitness studios including a martial arts studioA Technogym indoor cycling studioA climbing and bouldering wallOur wider facilities also include Mayflower Gym, Wide Lane Sports Ground, and the Watersports Centre for students, staff and the wider community to thrive through inclusive, sustainable, and empowering physical activity experiences.The University has invested more than £40 million in its sports facilities, delivering an extensive programme of sport, leisure classes, and courses. Our facilities operate seven days a week from 7:00am to 10:00pm, and we are looking for dedicated sports professionals who can consistently provide an exceptional customer experience throughout the year.The RoleAs a Lifeguard, you will play an important role within a motivated and professional Southampton Sport team, helping to ensure the safe and efficient day-to-day operation of our facilities. Based primarily at Jubilee Sport & Recreation Centre on Highfield Campus, key responsibilities will include:Key responsibilities include:Swimming pool safety and supervisionResponding to customer enquiries and providing excellent servicesPreparing and maintaining sports equipmentProviding exceptional cleanliness throughout the facilitiesEnsuring health and safety procedures are always adhered toActing as an ambassador for active lifestyles and Southampton SportWe are recruiting for full-time positions (36 hours per week), working on a set rota pattern that includes evenings and weekends.About YouWe are looking for professional, motivated, and proactive individuals who thrive as part of a team. Strong customer service skills are essential, as you will often be the first point of contact for customers and will support a wide variety of situations in a professional manner.A current National Pool Lifeguard Qualification (NPLQ) is essential, although applications from candidates currently working towards the qualification will also be considered.Please note this role is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and Right to Work verification as part of the recruitment process.What We OfferAn additional 10% shift allowanceGenerous annual leave entitlementExcellent pension schemeFamily-friendly leave policies including maternity, paternity, adoption, and parental leaveComplimentary usage of Southampton Sport facilities
Closing Date: 26 Jun 2026
Section: Community & Operational
Salary: £25,249 to £26,707 Per Annum Full Time Permanent
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Closing: Jun 21, 2026 |
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The School of Medicine, University of Nottingham is looking to appoint a Research Fellow/Associate to join the Digital Cancer Screening Research Group in Translational Medical Sciences. This role will have specific responsibility for research and for developing research objectives and proposals on behalf of the Digital Cancer Screening Research Group. The role holder will be expected to plan and conduct work using approaches, methodologies, and techniques appropriate to Digital Screening and Artificial Intelligence research. They will bring strong dedication and a proactive work ethic, contributing meaningfully to the success of the group through consistent effort, a commitment to high-quality research, and a willingness to support collaborative goals. The post holder will have expertise in designing, implementing, and optimising advanced AI algorithms, with deep proficiency in machine learning architectures, scalable model development, and high-performance code.The role holder will have the opportunity to use their initiative and creativity to work on multiple research projects, develop research methods and extend their research portfolio.The role is available on a fixed term basis to 31st March 2027. Hours of work are part-time (14.5 hours per week) This role is based at the Clinical Sciences Building, City Hospital Campus.At the University of Nottingham, we are committed to providing generous employment packages whilst supporting the well-being of our staff to help them reach their full potential. As a University employee, you will have an excellent choice of benefits and rewards, including access to fitness and health facilities, staff discounts and travel schemes, along with 30 days holiday allowance and a highly attractive pension scheme.Our university is a supportive, inclusive, caring, and positive community. We warmly welcome those of different cultures, ethnicities, and beliefs – indeed this very diversity is vital to our success, it is fundamental to our values and enriches life on campus.Further information is available in the role profile. To apply for this vacancy please click ‘Apply Now’ to complete your details and upload a copy of you CV.Informal enquiries may be addressed to Research Projects Officer, Bev Bramley [email protected]. Please note that applications sent directly to this email address will not be accepted.
Closing Date: 09 Jul 2026
Category: Research and Teaching (R&T)
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Closing: Jun 21, 2026 |
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INTERNAL VACANCYThis vacancy is open to employees of the University of Nottingham only.The School of Computer Science, based on our Jubilee Campus, is looking to appoint an outstanding leader to the post of Operations Manager.We believe that talented and inclusive teams deliver the highest quality operational support and are seeking applications from candidates who enhance the diversity of our existing team. The School is committed to creating opportunities for people traditionally under-represented in Computer Science and strives to maintain an environment where people can be their authentic selves.As a key member of the Operations Leadership Team, you will:Provide high-quality, customer-focused operational support, and leadershipContribute to the strategic objectives and deliverables of the SchoolProvide an outstanding service that supports the School to deliver high-quality education and general operational services, including financial/budgetary management and health and safety.Work with both academic and administrative leadership in the School to plan and deliver administrative service in the School.Coordinate all areas of administration to ensure sustainable operations across the School, identifying gaps in policy/processes and will have responsibility for coordinating/designing and delivering solutions and systems to resolve the gaps. Work collaboratively with colleagues in the School, Faculty, and the wider University to provide a coordinated and consistent service to both staff, students, and visitors.You will:Demonstrate a commitment to nurturing and developing the talents of a teamHave excellent operational management, organisation, and planning skillsHave proven leadership and motivation skillsHave excellent relationship management and communication skills; with the ability to communicate effectively to a wide range of audiencesHave proven skills in analysing, interpreting, and presenting data and management information in a clear, concise manner.This is a fixed-term position offered for 12 months, to cover a period of maternity leave. Hours of work are full-time (36.25 hours). Applications are also welcome from candidates wishing to work part-time (minimum 29 hours per week). Please specify in the additional information section of your application if you wish to work flexibly or as part of a job-share. Requests for secondment from internal candidates will be considered on the basis that prior agreement has been sought from both your current line manager and the manager of your substantive post, if you are already undertaking a secondment role.We use anonymised recruitment for shortlisting, where we cannot see any personal data in your application, until shortlisting has been completed (you will apply by answering criteria-based questions relating to the person specification, rather than submitting a CV). All appointments are made on merit.Requests for secondment from internal candidates will be considered on the basis that prior agreement has been sought from both your current line manager and the manager of your substantive post, if you are already undertaking a secondment role.If it sounds like you would be a good fit, we look forward to hearing from you.#LI-DNI#INT
Closing Date: 29 Jun 2026
Category: Internal Only
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Closing: Jun 21, 2026 |