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The Department of Chemistry at Durham is one of the very best in the UK, with an outstanding reputation for excellence in research, teaching and employability of our students. We are an active and vibrant Department, with a strong cohort of early career academics and future leaders. We hold an Athena Swan Silver Award, recognising our commitment to gender equality. Our undergraduate programmes are ranked fifth in the Complete University Guide 2026. At postgraduate level, our students come from all over the world to carry out research. Our research strategy is focussed around three interdisciplinary grand challenge themes: Chemistry for Health; Chemistry for Sustainability; and Chemistry for Change, and there is a strong culture of collaboration within the Department and with other Departments and Institutes within the University, including the Biophysical Sciences Institute, the Durham Energy Institute and the Institute for Data Science. We have strong links with many universities, research centres, and a long tradition of working closely with industry both in the North East region, across the UK and overseas. The Department benefits from excellent facilities, including mechanical, electrical and glass-blowing workshops, as well as state-of-the-art analytical capability. The Department of Chemistry at Durham University seeks to appoint a talented and motivated individual to the role of Assistant Professor in the broad field of experimental spectroscopy. This can include, but is not limited to, spectroscopic method development and/or applications in inorganic, organic, physical or biological chemistry. The successful candidate will be expected to establish and successfully maintain an externally funded world-class research group. They will be required to teach aspects of core chemistry through lectures, tutorials, workshops and laboratory classes and contribute fully to teaching across the Department at both undergraduate and postgraduate level, whilst also engaging in Departmental academic citizenship. This post offers an exciting opportunity to make a major contribution to the development of internationally excellent research and teaching. For more information, please visit our Department pages at http://www.durham.ac.uk/chemistry Informal enquiries about to position may be made to Prof. Robert Pal

About us: The post will be based in the KCL Social, Genetic, and Developmental Psychiatry Centre, within the Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology and Neuroscience (IoPPN). The Social, Genetic & Developmental Psychiatry (SGDP) Centre is uncovering the genetic and environmental influences on mental health and psychiatric disorders. Our research encompasses behavioural genetics, molecular genetics, experimental psychology and psychiatry, and neuroimaging. Scientists at the SGDP lead some of the UK’s foremost longitudinal cohort and twin studies including TEDS, eRISK, Dunedin, IMAGEN and GLAD. The NIHR BioResource Centre Maudsley leads the NIHR BioResource for Mental Health. We focus on recruiting participants experiencing mental health conditions, as well as healthy people. Alongside GLAD MHG and The GLAD study, Prof. Breen’s team boasts an accomplished portfolio of clinical and genetic studies which aim to improve treatment and outcomes for those affected by anxiety, depression, eating disorders and other mental health conditions.  About the role: We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Senior Laboratory Technician to support the large-scale biobanking of blood samples for the Genetic Links to Anxiety and Depression (GLAD) Study Mental Health Goals (MHG) OMICs Programme. This project represents the largest multiomics programme for severe depression worldwide, designed to accelerate discovery in psychiatric genomics and to provide a long-term resource for the research community. This position provides an exciting opportunity to work in a cross-disciplinary environment, applying cutting-edge biobanking and genomic technologies to mental health research. The role will centre on the receipt, processing, and storage of thousands of blood samples, ensuring accurate sample tracking and data linkage within our ISO17025-accredited pipelines. The postholder will also support semi-automated sample processing, DNA extraction, and preparation of material for downstream genomic assays including Illumina genotyping and Oxford Nanopore sequencing. Working closely with a multidisciplinary team of laboratory scientists, bioinformaticians, and study coordinators, the postholder will ensure the highest quality of biobanking and data integrity. Responsibilities will include contributing to laboratory reports, maintaining detailed records, and supporting quality assurance processes.  This role offers the opportunity to contribute to flagship mental health genetics studies, helping to create a resource that will underpin psychiatric and population health research for years to come. This is a full time post (35 hours per week), and you will be offered a fixed term contract for 2 years with the possibility to extend. Earliest start date is the 1st of April 2026. About you: To be successful in this role, we are looking for candidates to have the following skills and experience: Essential criteria BSc and/or MSc in a relevant subject and/or sufficient relevant experience. Good knowledge of DNA/RNA and blood processing techniques Good knowledge of high throughput DNA sequencing and genotyping technologies Clear spoken and written communication skills, with proficient computer use and strong interpersonal and influencing/behavioural skills. Good knowledge of molecular biology and molecular genetics Previous experience of work in a Research Laboratory Experience with we-lab molecular genetic methods Developed ability to work well in a team environment as well as independently, manage own workload, pattern of work and resources Desirable criteria Experience with genomic data on Linux and R Experience with LIMS Experienced in following compliance procedures with relevant regulations governing the service, completing risk assessments to inform actions and ensure a safe and environmentally sustainable workplace. Knowledge of environmental impacts of laboratory work and an interest in reducing the negative impacts. Downloading a copy of our Job Description Full details of the role and the skills, knowledge and experience required can be found in the Job Description document, provided at the bottom of the page. This document will provide information of what criteria will be assessed at each stage of the recruitment process. Further information: 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 will review your application, please take a look at our ‘How we Recruit’ pages. Grade and Salary: £39,076 - £41,761 per annum, including London Weighting Allowance Job ID: 133525 Close Date: 11-Jan-2026 Contact Person: Gerome Breen / Anna Carnegie Contact Details: gerome.breen@kcl.ac.uk / anna.carnegie@kcl.ac.uk

Department: Admissions Office Vacancy ID: 039043 Closing Date: 25-Jan-2026 Maynooth University is committed to a strategy in which the primary University goals of excellent research and scholarship and outstanding education are interlinked and equally valued. We are seeking two Student Recruitment Officers (permanent) to join the Admissions and Student Recruitment Office. These roles are central to promoting the University to prospective students and supporting the wider Admissions and Student Recruitment function. A Student Recruitment Officer will foster meaningful connections with prospective students and their influencers, ensuring a welcoming, informative, and supportive experience. The post-holders will work collaboratively across the University and with external stakeholders, including guidance counsellors, teachers, school leaders, Colleges of Further Education, parents, and colleagues across academic and administrative departments. The Student Recruitment Officer positions are ideal for someone with strong organisational, communication, and event management skills, who are proactive, flexible, and committed to delivering excellent service to prospective students. Applicants should note that there will be a requirement to to travel nationwide and work outside normal office hours (occasionally at short notice) including weekends. The post holders will report to the Director of Admissions or their nominee. Salary: Administrative Officer II (2025): €46,418 – €65,806 p.a. (9 points) Appointments will be made in accordance with public sector pay provisions. Closing Date: 23:30hrs (local Irish time) on Sunday, 25th January. Applications must be submitted by the closing date and time specified above. Any applications which are still in progress at the closing time on the specified closing date will be cancelled automatically by the system. Late applications will not be accepted. Maynooth University is an equal opportunities employer The position is subject to the Statutes of the University