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This is an opportunity to join a British Academy-funded international research project (PPHE26/100098) led by Professor Győző Molnár, establishing a UK-Sweden-Hungary research network examining sport discrimination and radicalisation prevention. The project aims to develop a competitive Horizon Europe Coordination and Support Action (CSA) proposal by building international partnerships, conducting systematic evidence reviews, and engaging key stakeholders across three European countries.The Research Assistant will provide essential support across the full scope of the project. As part of the role, you will have the opportunity to:Conduct systematic literature reviews on sport-based discrimination, social exclusion, and radicalisation prevention across European contexts.Map and compile profiles of key stakeholders, including sport organisations, anti-discrimination bodies, radicalisation prevention practitioners, civil society organisations, and policymakers at national and EU levels.Support the development of the Horizon Europe CSA proposal, including drafting sections, compiling evidence summaries, preparing budget documentation, and coordinating input from international partners.Assist with consortium coordination, including scheduling meetings, preparing agendas and minutes, maintaining project records, and liaising with partners in Sweden and Hungary.Contribute to the identification and review of relevant EU-funded predecessor projects in the radicalisation prevention field.Support the organisation of network events, including stakeholder workshops and advisory board meetings.Assist with the preparation of project outputs, including policy briefs, evidence summaries, and academic publications.You will hold, or be close to completing, a postgraduate qualification (Masters or PhD) in sociology, sport studies, political science, or a related social science discipline. You will be able to demonstrate familiarity with social science research methods, strong written and analytical skills, and the ability to work both independently and as part of an international team. Experience of systematic reviewing, grant writing, or working on externally funded research projects would be desirable. Knowledge of European sport policy, migration, discrimination, or radicalisation prevention would be an advantage but is not essential.This post offers an excellent opportunity to gain experience in international collaborative research, EU funding processes, and the development of a large-scale European research proposal.For any informal enquiries, please contact Győző Molnar, [email protected] vacancy is funded by an external grant awarded to the University of Worcester, and as such can only be paid at a fixed point of our salary bands. The University will not be able to negotiate the salary rate as it will only receive a fixed amount from the funder (The British Academy). For this post, 200 hours are available and the funding amount is equivalent to Band 6, Point 22 on our salary scale. This is broken down to £16.19 per hour, plus £2.43 per hour holiday pay.Please note that if not already an employee of the University of Worcester, the appointed candidate will be employed through our subsidiary company Uniworc Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of University of Worcester. Appointees of Uniworc Limited will automatically be enrolled into the Aviva FlexHE defined contribution pension scheme (subject to earnings and other eligibility criteria). Please note that this post does not meet the minimum salary requirements for visa sponsorship under the Skilled Worker Route. We are therefore unable to consider applicants for this post who will require sponsorship to work in the UK. Closing Date: 11 Jun 2026 Sub Department: Research

The University of Nottingham is seeking a motivated, experienced and highly skilled Fire Safety Advisor.The role will see you:· Be the universities Competent Person under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005.· Oversee fire safety for the university and deliver fire safety advice to the business units across the university portfolio· Line manage and supervise the university fire safety officer· Carry out, review and manage, fire risk assessments of the university portfolio, which includes areas such as labs, farms, medical facilities, storage/archives, halls of residence and lecture theatres.· Developing and managing a training portfolio to the business units of the University· Work collaboratively with the wider Health and Safety Department and other stakeholders within the businessThe successful applicant will help to oversee the fire safety of all the University of Nottingham's UK campuses and operations, which covers five UK campuses based around Nottingham and approximately 550 buildings, including a working farm.You will be working for the Director of Health and Safety within the central Health and Safety Department to deliver fire safety advice to the business units, to allow them to meet their regulatory requirements and to help drive the continued improvement of safety throughout the university. Due to the wide range of activities and cutting-edge research that the university carries out, this is a varied and dynamic role.The successful applicant will be based on University Park in the Health and Safety Department but will be expected to travel to all of the UK campuses. The University runs public transport between campuses for staff, so a driver’s license is not a requirement for this role. The University has a hybrid working policy which will allow for the successful applicant to work at home with agreement of their line manager and the departments requirements.This is a full time (36.25 hours weekly), permanent position.Informal enquiries may be addressed to the Fire Safety Advisor, Tim McGill, [email protected]. Please note that applications sent directly to this email address will not be accepted. Closing Date: 08 Jul 2026 Category: Administrative, Professional and Managerial (APM)

Are you a qualified (or finalist) accountant that would like to use your skills to contribute to shaping the future of healthcare? Then we have the opportunity for you!We are currently looking to recruit a Faculty Accountant to join us at the School of Healthcare, Enterprise and Innovation as the work we do continues to expand. While the role is advertised for 1fte, we are open to considering 0.8fte - 1fte adjusted role, which can be discussed should you proceed to interview.Who are We?The School of Healthcare Enterprise and Innovation (HEI) is the home of several high-profile government contracts, such as the NIHR Evaluation, Trials and Studies Coordinating Centre (NETSCC) and the Southampton Health Technology Assessment Centre (SHTAC), as well as other consultancy services and strategic new business. HEI delivers nationally important, internationally recognised work. We are pioneering excellence in healthcare enterprise and innovation, directly benefiting our economy and society through significant knowledge exchange, partnerships and quality performance.What is the role?This role will help to support the work of HEI, as it continues to grow and develop as a unique school focused on Knowledge Exchange and Enterprise opportunities. Some of the key activities in this role are:Producing monthly management accountantsDevelop, implement and maintain robust finance proceduresContribute to HEI wide projects using specialist knowledge and/or lead short-term projectsProvide advice on financial and contractual aspects of new funding applications and on-going projects.Who are we looking for?You will be a qualified accountant or finalist with track record of passing exams. Training will be provided to ensure you are able to work within HEI and University guidelines but some of the key skills we look for in a candidate are:Good working knowledge of accounting systems or the principles they operate withAbility to provide accurate and timely specialist guidance on complex issuesGood communication and interpersonal skillsFlexible approach to work and able to reevaluate and reprioritise your workloadCollaborative workerWillingness to learn, adapt and challenge inefficient ways of workingHow do we look after you?We know that we can’t deliver our work without our people, so our staff wellbeing is so important to us. This commitment is reflected in having been awarded Gold for several years in a row in MIND’s Workplace Wellbeing Index!Additionally as an employee of the university you will enjoy all the benefits that come with this including:Generous Holiday allowance of 30 days holiday + 8 Bank Holidays + 6 University Closure daysExcellent Family Friendly policiesHybrid WorkingSalary Sacrifice benefits including: AXA Private Healthcare, UNUM Dental Plan, Cycle schemeExcellent career development and training opportunitiesGenerous Pension SchemeFriendly and pleasant working environment.For a full list of benefits click hereWe are proactive in fostering a culture of inclusion, respect, and equality of opportunity. We select candidates based on merit and ability and aspire to thrive in the diversity of our workforce.For further information or an informal discussion, please contact Ardel Richardson, Head of Faculty Finance, email [email protected] note: Interview date will be 1st July 2026. Interviews will be held in person at Chilworth Science Park. Closing Date: 16 Jun 2026 Section: Management, Specialist & Administrative Salary: £36,636 to £44,746 per annum Full Time Permanent

The University of Southampton is seeking to appoint a post-doctoral Research Fellow for 30 months (with the possibility of extension). The Fellow will support the AHRC-Funded project 'Strange Geographies: Spatial Imaginaries of Medieval Britain, c.1200-1500’, a collaboration between Southampton, Queen Mary University of London, the University of Cambridge, and a range of heritage and creative partners.‘Strange Geographies’ focuses on an under-explored body of manuscript sources containing geographical material produced between 1200 and 1500. It will itemize, contextualize and interpret these sources to understand their role in shaping medieval spatial imaginaries, identities, and wider histories of geography. Through collaborations with musicians, poets and heritage partners, the project will also explore potential of creative collaborations to open up new ways of connecting people to the places and spaces of the past.The Fellow will carry out library and archive-based research into medieval manuscript resources across the British Isles and occasionally overseas, as well as desk-based research, transcription, editing, and preparing materials for web publication under the direction of the project lead and co-leads. You will contribute to the project dissemination by organising and participating in conference panels, workshops, and public engagement activities. You will publish academic outputs individually and in collaboration with the project lead and co-leads.You will have completed a PhD in a relevant medieval subject and will have good reading and transcription competence in medieval Latin as well as demonstrable experience of working with medieval manuscripts (including from the British Isles). In addition to these essential disciplinary research skills, you will have strong organisational skills. You will be required to be flexible and to have the ability to collaborate effectively with team members across multiple institutions.About the Department of English and the School of HumanitiesThe Department of English at Southampton is a thriving Department with a commitment to fostering a strong sense of community among staff and students. We work closely with colleagues across the School of Humanities, including in the Centre for Medieval and Renaissance Culture and the Digital Humanities Research Institute. The School also benefits from the Southampton Institute for Arts and Humanities (SIAH), which draws expertise from across the University of Southampton to help develop and support projects that build on Arts and Humanities research to address societal challenges.About the University of SouthamptonThe University of Southampton is a founding member of the Russell Group of research-intensive universities in the United Kingdom, and ranked in the top 100 universities in the world (QS World University Rankings 2026).The University of Southampton is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from Minority Ethnic candidates. We are a founding signatory of the Athena Swan gender equality charter and hold an institutional Silver award.For more information, contact Prof. Marianne O’Doherty at [email protected] apply by uploading your CV and a cover letter detailing how your skills and experience match the role requirements as set out in the Job Description and Person Specification.*Shortlisted candidates will be asked to provide a sample of recent academic work prior to interview. Closing Date: 07 Jul 2026 Section: Education, Research & Enterprise Salary: £36,636 to £39,906 per annum Full Time Fixed Term for 30 months