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The Department of Classics and Archaeology at the University of Nottingham is looking to appoint a Teaching Associate in Classics (Greek-focussed).We believe in an inclusive working environment for all. We are welcoming, supportive, and caring, and pride ourselves on our positive community. Diversity is vital to our success and fundamental to our values, and we want to continue to tackle the issues faced by underrepresented groups in Classics and Archaeology. You will be able to demonstrate an ability to make a positive difference in this regard, and we are particularly keen to receive applications from people who are currently underrepresented in the field.Shortlisting is anonymous: we cannot see any personal data or the ‘Additional Information’ section in your application until shortlisting is completed. The application form has criteria-based questions based on the person specification, rather than CV or cover letter.Your role as a Teaching Associate will be varied and challenging and you will be able to demonstrate a strong teaching ability in classics. You will be responsible for convening and teaching Ancient Greek from Beginner’s to Advanced level, and convening and contributing to the undergraduate modules Extended Source Study, Interpreting Ancient Art and Archaeology, and Dissertations. You will also contribute to Study Classical Scholarship and supervise undergraduate and taught postgraduate dissertations. You may also contribute to undergraduate teaching on broader first year introductory modules where appropriate.You must have a PhD already awarded in a relevant subject area or to be awarded by time of appointment and show evidence of ability to teach in the areas outlined above.The well-being and development of our students is of utmost importance to us, so the successful candidate will take a proactive role in the pastoral support of students. You will have the ability to collaborate effectively with others to work accurately under pressure, whilst prioritising your own work activities in response to differing needs and demands.This is a part-time 0.8fte (29 hours per week), fixed-term post commencing 1 September 2026 until 31 August 2027.Informal enquiries may be addressed to Hannah O’Regan, Head of Department, email: [email protected]; please note that applications sent directly to this email address will not be accepted. Closing Date: 13 Jul 2026 Category: Research and Teaching (R&T)

On the 1 August 2026, The University of Greenwich and the University of Kent will form a pioneering new multi-university group called London and South- East (LASE) University Group. Should you join us, you will be employed by LASE and within this, you will be closely connected to and work across one of our academic divisions (University of Greenwich or University of Kent), contributing to its distinct strengths, community and identity. Combining these strengths, LASE brings scale, resilience and shared ambition to deliver outstanding education, impactful research, and meaningful regional and global impact.Are you passionate about exploring the social and ethical implications of emerging technologies? Do you want to contribute to an internationally significant research project shaping global conversations on the future governance of genome synthesis?We are looking to appoint two researchers to join the Wellcome Discovery Award-funded project, Care-full Synthesis: Advancing Global Engagement on the Socio-Ethical Implications of Synthesising Human Genomes. Working closely with principal investigator Professor Joy Y. Zhang, you will contribute to pioneering research that brings together diverse global perspectives to explore the ethical, legal, social and governance challenges of genome synthesis and engineering biology.Successful candidates will be appointed to either Research Associate at Grade 7 or Research Fellow at Grade 8 depending on current expertise, skills and experience, as assessed by the recruitment panel against the essential criteria for each role.As a Research Associate/Research Fellow you can expect to be involved in:Conducting research into the socio-ethical, economic and political implications of genome synthesis and engineering biology.Collaborating with international partners, stakeholders and research participants to support data collection, analysis and dissemination activities.Contributing to the development of governance, ethics and public engagement approaches that reflect diverse global perspectives.Supporting the communication and dissemination of research findings through publications, events and other project activities.What will you bring to the role?A PhD or equivalent in a relevant field within the social studies of science, such as sociology, anthropology, political sciences, bioethics, science communication, or other related disciplines Knowledge of the ethical, social and policy dimensions of emerging biomedical sciences.Experience of conducting and communicating high-quality research and publishing in internationally recognised journals.The ability to collaborative and engage effectively with a range of stakeholders and partners.What we can offer in return:As a member of our team, you can expect a friendly, open and collaborative working environment and support in your development and wellbeing. You'll enjoy a range of great staff benefits including:Hybrid working options allowing a flexible blend of office and home working (to be agreed in line with business needs - for this role, remote work may be supported, however there will be a need to attend the Canterbury campus regularly)43 days' leave per year (personal leave, bank holidays and additional days allocated for the Christmas period, pro rata for part-time staff)Excellent pension scheme with generous employer contributionsCorporate employee-funded healthcare plan, in partnership with Benenden HealthFor more information about what you can look forward to if you join us, visit our dedicated webpage: Working at KentThis role is based at the School of Social Sciences and the university-level research centre, the Centre for Global Science and Epistemic Justice (GSEJ). The School has been ranked 3rd in the UK for overall research quality, with 100% of its environment classified as world-leading in the latest Research Excellence Framework (REF 2021). GSEJ serves as a hub for transdisciplinary and international collaboration on major research programmes. It has co-hosted a G20 India-UK dialogue on science diplomacy, and its policy recommendations on global biodata governance were included in the formal Think 7 communiqué to the G7 presidency in 2024. We are ambitious for our people, our communities and the region we serve – join us in making the world a better place. Visit our website for more on who we are: http://www.kent.ac.uk/about/Please see the links below to view the full job descriptions for each post and to apply.For enquiries about the roles, please contact Joy Y. Zhang via email at [email protected]. For further information regarding the application process, please contact [email protected] quoting reference number SSS-036-26 Closing Date: 19 Jul 2026 Section: Research Salary: £39,906 to £54,893 per annum

Are you ready to take on a key role in a vibrant, busy and exciting team, which helps to deliver the University’s zero carbon research strategic programme? We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Senior Administrators to support the efficient and organised functioning of zero carbon engineering projects, providing general administrative support, finance administration and coordination of services required to deliver multiple, high value industry projects. The role holder will also have opportunities to support wider team activities and will be key to helping the overall operations thrive, working closely with project and quality managers, resource managements, alongside engineering and technical teams delivering the industry projects.We are looking for a person who is enthusiastic and motivated by giving excellent administrative support to the team, is able to organise their own time and feels confident in prioritising their workload when supporting multiple projects. In return the University offers: A friendly, diverse, and supportive working environmentFlexible working opportunitiesGenerous holiday entitlement of 27 days (or pro rata) plus standard bank holidays and five university closure days including closure between Christmas and New Year.Our reward scheme grants bonuses of numerous values for excellent workWe are committed to staff development through the provision of training, continued support, and career progression opportunitiesYou will have access to a range of benefits and rewards, including fitness and health facilities, staff discounts, travel schemes and many more. To find out more about what we can offer you, follow the link to our benefits websiteWhat next: We hope to hold first round interviews on Monday, 13th July 2026, followed by a shorter 2nd interview.Further information is available in the role profile. To apply for this vacancy please click ‘Apply Now’ to complete your details.Your working hours will be (36.25). If you are interested in part-time work (minimum 29 hours per week), we encourage you to apply. Please specify your preferred hours in your application. We may also consider job share arrangements. Please note this role is for a 2 year fixed term.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.Please contact Debra Fearnshaw ([email protected]) if you have further questions about this role. Please note that applications sent directly to this email address will not be accepted#LI-DNI#INT Closing Date: 05 Jul 2026 Category: Administrative, Professional and Managerial (APM)

Have you got a University degree or relevant tertiary qualification?Can you work autonomously and flexibly under pressure while managing competing demands?Do you have knowledge of the legislation, regulations, standards and principles that underpin information and records management?Kōrero mō te tūranga - About the roleTe Herenga Waka - Victoria University of Wellington is currently recruiting for an Adviser to join the Information and Records Management team. This is a permanent, full-time role located in Te Pātaka Kōrero - University Library.Key responsibilities:Provide a responsive advisory service to University staff on all aspects of information and records management across all formats.Act as a trusted advisor to their allocated portfolio, is the first point of contact for queries about information and records management.Support the advocacy for and implementation of the Information and Records Management programme of work, including tools and services.Support the management of the University Archive and the onsite, inactive records rooms.Ō pūmanawa - About youYou will be an enthusiast advocate for good information and records management, who can take the initiative, and has excellent written and verbal communication skills. Key requirements:A relevant University degree or tertiary qualification.Demonstrates a strong interest in, and enthusiasm for, information and records management.Basic knowledge of the legislation, regulations, standards and principles informing and underpinning information and records management.Well-developed organisational skills, with a demonstrated ability to work autonomously and flexibly under pressure, manage competing demands and prioritise workload to meet deadlines in a busy environment.Role Description: Click here to see further information, including salary details.If this link is not available, click 'apply' to view this on the University career's page.Close date for vacancy: 05 July 2026.Contact details for vacancy: If you have any questions regarding this role please get in touch with Craigie Sinclair, Deputy University Librarian, [email protected] to apply: Please ensure you are applying for this role directly on our careers page and not via email. Candidates must submit supporting documents along with their resume, such as a cover letterWe can only consider applicants who are citizens or residents of New Zealand or Australia or on a current working visa. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and we may progress with suitable applicants prior to the application closing date. Applications from recruitment agencies are not accepted.About UsMō Te Herenga Waka - About Our University Te Herenga Waka - Victoria University of Wellington is renowned for its high-quality research and exceptional teaching. We attract people from around the world. Our university campus spans Te Whanganui-a-Tara Wellington - the creative, scientific and political centre of Aotearoa New Zealand - and our students thrive on the connections we have made here. Explore the many benefits of working at Te Herenga Waka - Victoria University of Wellington. Find out where you fit in our strategic direction and learn more about our research expertise.