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We are seeking to appoint a Head of Department (HoD) for Entrepreneurship & Strategy from 1st August 2026 due to the current HoD’s tenure coming to an end on 31st July 2026.This is an opportunity to take on a secondment in a senior leadership role within the Department and applications are invited from academic colleagues within the Department of Entrepreneurship & Strategy. Whilst applicants will normally be at professorial level, applications from Senior Lecturer or Senior Teaching Fellow levels are also welcomed The role of HoD provides academic leadership for the Department, managing and developing the Department, its staff and its activities. You will represent the Department to the Faculty and the University. As HoD, you will encourage and develop excellence in teaching, research and engagement across colleagues. Further details of the role are included in the HoD ‘Description of Desirable Skills’ (Person Specification) and HoD ‘Role and Major Areas of Responsibility’ (Job Description) documents.If you would like to have an informal discussion about the role, please do contact Professor Claire Leitch, Dean – [email protected] and recognition In recognition of taking on the role, you will receive a non-superannuable salary supplement equivalent in value to one increment on your salary scale (professorial colleagues) or two increments (Senior Lecturer/Senior Teaching Fellow colleagues). Subject to successful performance this allowance may be consolidated into salary on a permanent basis. The role also attracts a Head of Department annual allowance which is non-superannuable.For further details of the HoD reward or appointment processes, please contact Kay Bowen, Faculty Officer ([email protected])Sabbatical HoDs are eligible, at the end of their period of office, to be considered for an additional term of sabbatical/AREL leave, to be taken in agreement with the Dean. Term of officeThe position is for an initial term of four years, potentially renewable for one further term within the University’s HoD and Associate Dean appointment process. On completion of your term(s) of office as HoD you will revert automatically to your substantive position. Applying It is a requirement of this post that applicants have a contract of employment at the University which extends for at least 4 years upon appointment to the role of HoD. You must be an existing member of academic staff within the Department of Entrepreneurship & Strategy.To apply for the role, please complete the on-line application process on Stonefish which includes submitting your expression of interest in the role, outlining why you wish to apply, your vision for the Department and how you would approach the role and a short CV. Your expression of interest should also include a paragraph of text under each of the five headings of HoD Desirable Skills, articulating how you would intend to approach the areas listed, noting any relevant experience, and what professional development you would welcome in support. The closing date for applications is Friday 24th July 2026 and interviews will be held on Thursday 6th August 2026.Between shortlisting and interviewing for the role, a consultation will take place in the department to obtain the views of staff. To this end, you will also be asked to prepare a tailored statement for sharing with staff outlining your vision and ambition for the department. Your statement should be submitted at the time of your application.We are committed to promoting Equality, Diversity and Inclusion across the Department, and supporting family-friendly, flexible and agile working policies on an individual basis. Closing Date: 24 Jul 2026 Department: Academic Salary: Senior Salary (Full-Time/Secondment)

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an ambitious PhD qualified Engineer to design and develop an innovative instrument for wound healing measurement. Construction of the device involves the fabrication of optical fibre sensors, their characterisation, development of an opto-electronic measurement. The main aim of the proposed work is to develop an automated approach for reliable manufacturing of optical fibre ammonia and temperature sensors. Candidates should hold, a PhD in Electronic, Biomedical or Optical Engineering.Essential knowledge and experience required:Development of instrumentation.Fibre optics sensors in the field of healthcare.Knowledge of optical fibre physical sensors, optoelectronics and systems designs.Data capture, recording of data and report writing to a professional standard.The successful candidate must possess:Ability to work independently and also work as part of a teamEnthusiasm, motivation and drive to embed new knowledge and to take full ownership of the project Excellent interpersonal skillsThe Optics and Photonics Research Group is one of the largest research groups in the Faculty of Engineering with 16 academics and three Research Council funded Fellows. We pride ourselves on being able to work on ideas from the basic science right through to application in advanced manufacturing and healthcare.We offer:A friendly, diverse, and supportive working environmentA hybrid working arrangement with the blended approach of home and office working each weekGenerous holiday entitlement of 30 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 websiteFurther information is available in the role profile. To apply for this vacancy please click ‘Apply Now’ to complete your details.This post is a fixed term 15 month contract, your working hours will be (36.25 hours per week). If you are interested in part-time work (minimum 20 hours per week), we encourage you to apply. Please specify your preferred hours in your application. We may also consider job share arrangements.Please contact prof S Korposh [email protected] if you have further questions about this role. Please note that applications sent directly to this email address will not be accepted. Closing Date: 28 Jul 2026 Category: Research and Teaching (R&T)

Honorary Clinical Academic Appointments – New Zealand Graduate School of MedicineLocation: University of Waikato, HamiltonJoin 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#LI-DNI

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. Our culture empowers people to achieve this aim and to collectively, and individually, make a real difference. The roleThis is an exciting part-time (0.5FTE) opportunity for an Assistant Forensic Technician to join the University in an role which supports students and staff in Forensic Investigation teaching and research.Sociology within the School of Social Sciences delivers a range of Crime Scene, forensic investigation and policing related modules which include a practicals in our crime scene flat and associated lab space. The role will primarily be to assist in the operation of the spaces:assisting in the design and delivery of practical scenarios for teaching,maintenance of equipment,training users on specialist equipment,assisting with research requests and outreach activities,Due to scheduled teaching commitments, the hours of working will be a half-day Wednesday, and full days on Thursday and Friday.About youThis is an excellent opportunity for an individual to support our Forensic Investigation provision within the department. We would particularly welcome candidates who have knowledge of forensic investigation or experience in a related professional setting, who understand the importance of providing students with an excellent learning experience.How to applyPlease apply on the University website with your CV and cover letter. Please note, deadline for applications is Sunday 26th July 2026. We aim to interview candidates on Tuesday 4th August 2026. For informal inquiries please contact either Forensic Technician Sarah Walsh [email protected] or Associate Professor Claire Rhodes [email protected] University of Surrey reserves the right to close this vacancy early or extend based on Volume and Caliber of applications. Closing Date: 26 Jul 2026 Area: Technical & Experimental Salary: £14,016 to £16,040 per annum pro rata (0.5 FTE)