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Organisation: Cranfield University Faculty or Department: Facilities Based at: Cranfield Campus, Cranfield, Bedfordshire Hours of work: 37 hours per week, normally worked Monday to Friday. Flexible working will be considered. Contract type: Permanent Salary: Competitive salary Apply by: 25/01/2026 Role Description We welcome applications from experienced health and safety leaders who are passionate about protecting people, driving positive behaviour change and embedding a proactive health, safety and wellbeing culture across a complex organisation. About the Role Cranfield University is seeking an experienced Health and Safety Director to provide strategic leadership and expert guidance across all aspects of health, safety and wellbeing. Reporting to the Director of Facilities and working closely with the University’s Executive and People and Culture colleagues, you will shape, lead and deliver the University’s strategic vision for health, safety and wellbeing. You will act as the University’s principal authority on health and safety matters, ensuring a consistent, compliant and continuously improving approach to risk management across all campuses and activities. The role combines strategic leadership with operational oversight. You will lead the Health and Safety team, advise senior leaders and governors, engage constructively with regulators, and champion a preventative, inclusive and people-focused approach that embeds health, safety and wellbeing into everyday University life. About You You will be a highly credible and experienced health and safety professional with a strong track record of operating at a senior level within a complex organisation. You will hold a NEBOSH National Diploma (or equivalent) and be a Chartered Member of IOSH (CMIOSH) or equivalent. You will bring significant experience of developing and delivering health, safety and wellbeing strategies, leading teams, managing change and influencing behaviour across diverse stakeholder groups. You will also demonstrate: In-depth, up-to-date knowledge of health and safety legislation and its practical application Experience of operating health and safety management systems, ideally aligned to ISO 45001 Strong leadership, coaching and engagement skills, with the ability to drive cultural change Excellent communication and influencing skills, including advising executive-level committees Confidence working with regulators and external specialists in high-risk or complex environments. Experience within the higher education sector, ISO lead auditor training, and familiarity with major accident hazard environments would be advantageous. About Us As a specialist postgraduate university, Cranfield’s world-class expertise, large-scale facilities and unrivalled industry partnerships are creating leaders in technology and management globally. Learn more about Cranfield and our unique impact here. Facilities is a major professional service unit within the University, responsible for the effective management, development and maintenance of Cranfield’s buildings, infrastructure and land. The Health and Safety team plays a critical role in supporting staff, students and visitors by ensuring a safe, compliant and supportive working and learning environment across all University sites. Our Values and Commitments Our shared, stated values help to define who we are and underpin everything we do: Ambition; Impact; Respect; and Community. Find out more here. We aim to create and maintain a culture in which everyone can work and study together and realise their full potential. We are a Disability Confident Employer and proud members of the Stonewall Diversity Champions Programme. We are committed to actively exploring flexible working options for each role and have been ranked in the Top 30 family friendly employers in the UK by the charity Working Families. Find out more about our key commitments to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion and Flexible Working here.  Working Arrangements Collaborating and connecting are integral to so much of what we do. Our Working Arrangements Framework provides many staff with the opportunity to flexibly combine on-site and remote working, where job roles allow, balancing the needs of our community of staff, students, clients and partners. How to apply                                     For an informal discussion about this opportunity, please contact John Street, Director of Facilities on E: j.street@cranfield.ac.uk or T: +44 1234 75 4732 Please do not hesitate to contact us for further details on E: hrrecruitment@cranfield.ac.uk. Please quote reference number 5171. Closing date for receipt of applications: 25 January 2026 Please note that we reserve the right to close this advert prior to the stated closing date should we receive sufficient numbers of applications. Therefore, we would encourage you to complete and submit your application as soon as possible.

Description Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI) has launched its first Undergraduate (Bachelor’s) degree programs and is looking for passionate and highly motivated Teaching Faculty.  The Undergraduate Division is seeking teaching faculty at all levels with expertise in either Data Structures, Algorithm Design and Analysis or Python Programming. About MBZUAI – A Global Leader in AI Research and Education MBZUAI is the world’s first university dedicated exclusively to AI and is rapidly emerging as a global leader in the field. Since its establishment in 2019, MBZUAI has grown into a top-ranked AI institution. With ambitious plans to expand from 8 to over 20 AI departments and grow its faculty from 84 to 300 by 2030, MBZUAI is on a fast-track growth trajectory. By integrating academia, industry, and government collaboration, we are driving AI innovation to address real-world challenges in healthcare, sustainability, and beyond. Why Join MBZUAI? Top-Tier Compensation: Competitive salaries aligned with leading global academic institutions. Exceptional Benefits: Comprehensive health & life insurance Relocation support for international faculty Live in Abu Dhabi: World’s safest city, year-round sunshine, rich culture, and modern amenities Industry & Government Collaborations: Work with top AI researchers, leading tech firms, and policymakers Qualifications This position requires a PhD in Computer Science or closely related field. Candidates should have a strong knowledge of either Core Algorithms, Data Structures, Algorithms and complexity analysis, as well as proficiency in at least one major programming language (Python, C++, or Java) and industry or research experience applying algorithmic methods. Application Instructions To apply for this position, please submit the following:     Cover letter                                                     Curriculum Vitae Teaching statement                                                     Reference letters or Name and contact details for three referees MBZUAI's mission includes fostering a diverse academic community. MBZUAI is an equal opportunity employer. The university actively recruits faculty from around the world, aiming to create an international and inclusive environment that reflects a wide range of cultures and perspectives.  Be a part of AI’s future – apply today at MBZUAI! #MBZUAI #careeropportunities #AI Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR §§ 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status or disability.

About us  The Department of Defence Studies is part of the School of Security Studies within the Faculty of Social Science and Public Policy at King’s College London. Defence Studies is dedicated to a multi-disciplinary understanding of conflict, war, security and defence issues in an increasingly complex and uncertain world. We are home to large and diverse community of specialists in strategic studies, security studies, international relations and history. We undertake world-leading research, teaching and public engagement in these fields, and create an inclusive environment that promotes equality of opportunity for everyone in its community. Our campus is outside London, located within the Defence Academy of the UK, Shrivenham, Wiltshire About the role  The Department of Defence Studies seeks to recruit two Lecturers in Defence Studies Education on the King’s Academic Education Pathway to contribute to the Department’s teaching and research capacity in defence studies. Both are Fixed Term Contracts, one for one year and one for two years.  We welcome applications from a broad range of expertise within the field of Security Studies. Any specific research focus may be considered, but preference will be given to candidates with subject matter expertise in the following areas: professional military and security education; disruptive technology and AI; Russian strategy and doctrine; military operations and wargaming; military history; nuclear strategy; applied military ethics.  The successful applicants will be based in the Defence Studies Department at the Defence Academy of the United Kingdom in Shrivenham and will undertake high-quality scholarship and support a range of professional military and security education courses at the postgraduate level. Successful candidates will teach and supervise students who are serving officers and civil servants in the UK and allied armed forces and partners. There are also opportunities to contribute to the School of Security Studies highly successful open online programmes, International Affairs and Global Security. Successful candidates will support the planning, organisation and delivery of education in the Defence Studies Department, and, with departmental mentorship, assume leadership and administrative responsibilities commensurate with the grade of appointment.  Beyond teaching and administrative duties, the successful candidate, upon completion of their probation, will be expected to supervise PhD student and will also play a role in the institutional and intellectual life of the Department and undertake Departmental, School, Faculty and University administrative duties as required.  Defence Studies is part of the School of Security Studies and the Faculty of Social Science & Public Policy. Together, we support an inclusive culture and diversity for our staff and students. We are committed to encourage further growth from a diversity of groups, and we look forward to welcoming applicants of all abilities. The Department particularly welcomes applications from women and/or candidates from a BME background. Further information about the Defence Studies Department and School can be found here: About the Defence Studies Department: https://www.kcl.ac.uk/dsd  About the School of Security Studies: https://www.kcl.ac.uk/security-studies  Appointments will be made on the Academic Education Pathway (AEP), focussed on the delivery of education, education-related scholarship and leadership in education.  These are two fixed-term positions for one year, and one fixed term position for two years. Candidates should note that this post is located in a military establishment the position is subject to obtaining and maintaining a satisfactory security clearance to work at the Defence Academy of the UK. Key Responsibilities:  Contribute to the delivery of teaching activities within the department in accordance with established departmental practice and a commitment to continuous improvement. Contribute to the development of modules and programmes, teaching materials and lectures in accordance with academic and military learning objectives. Undertake high-quality, impactful scholarship within the field of Defence Studies, broadly defined, publish the findings in highly-rated internationally recognised journals, and participate in major internationally recognised academic networks. Participate fully in assessment and examination processes as appropriate using a variety of methods and techniques and provide effective, timely and appropriate feedback to students to support their learning and student success. Utilise a variety of educational methods and techniques and provide effective, timely, and appropriate feedback to students to support their learning. Engage in professional development as appropriate. Attend and participate in appropriate research seminars/conferences within subject related areas. Accept academic responsibility within the Department and School, involving administrative responsibilities where appropriate. Contribute fully to developing and enhancing the profile of the Department, School, and College. Undertake any other reasonable duties that may be requested by the Head of Department. The above list of responsibilities may not be exhaustive, and the post holder will be required to undertake such tasks and responsibilities as may reasonably be expected within the scope and grading of the post. This is a full-time post (35 Hours per week), and you will be offered on a fixed term contract of one or two years. About You To be successful in this role, we are looking for candidates to have the following skills and experience:  Essential criteria PhD awarded on a relevant topic within Defence Studies, Strategic Studies, Security Studies, Politics, History, International Relations or other, related discipline.  Ability to deliver innovative and effective teaching to postgraduate students across the field of Defence and Security studies.  An emerging track record of scholarship and publications in relevant peer reviewed journals.  Excellent oral and written communications and administrative skills. Well organised and self-motivated, able to work independently. Willingness to collaborate with colleagues, including military colleagues. Desire to promote the subject at all levels. Commitment to equality, diversion and inclusion. Desirable criteria Appropriate teaching qualification or equivalent. Ability to be innovative in curriculum design. Experience in the delivery of military and security professional education. Full details of the role and the skills and experience required, can be found in the attached job description which provided on the next page. Further information We pride ourselves on being inclusive and welcoming. We embrace diversity and want everyone to feel that they belong and are connected to others in our community.  We are committed to working with our staff and unions on these and other issues, to continue to support our people and to develop a diverse and inclusive culture at King's. We ask all candidates to submit a copy of their CV, and a supporting statement, detailing how they meet the essential criteria listed in the advert. If we receive a strong field of candidates, we may use the desirable criteria to choose our final shortlist, so please include your evidence against these where possible. To find out how our managers review your application, please take a look at our ‘How we Recruit’ pages. This role does meet the requirements of the Home Office and therefore we are able to offer sponsorship for candidates who require the right to work in the UK.  Grade and Salary: £39,906 - £47,389 per annum Job ID: 134885 Close Date: 25-Jan-2026 Contact Person: Professor Kate Utting Contact Details: kate.utting@kcl.ac.uk