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About us  Are you an experienced, creative and self-reliant communications professional? Would you like to be part of a close-knit team working for one of the most highly regarded universities in the UK? We are looking for a Senior Communications Officer to join the School of Education, Communication & Society at King’s College London. The role offers an exciting opportunity to raise the profile of the School, celebrate our students and work closely with our academics. About the role  You will play a vital part in increasing awareness of our research, through proactively seeking out compelling stories and writing engaging news and features for the website. You will be expected to create videos and social media content, maintain and develop the School’s webpages, and support colleagues with events. You will work closely with communications and marketing colleagues across the Faculty of Social Science & Public Policy and the ideal candidate will have experience of working with a variety of stakeholders.  This is a part time post (28 hours per week), and you will be offered an indefinite contract About you To be successful in this role, we are looking for candidates to have the following skills and experience: Essential criteria Educated to degree level or equivalent (OR has relevant work experience within the Higher Education sector) Outstanding communication, writing and interpersonal skills with evidence of building good working relationships with stakeholders at all levels. Good knowledge of all communication platforms, including social media, and their use as part of an integrated communications strategy. Proven ability in newsgathering and in creating engaging, accurate written and digital content within tight timescales. Experience of managing multiple work-streams independently. Knowledge and experience of using Content Management Systems to manage webpages. Desirable criteria Professional qualification in communications Understanding of the UK higher education system. Experience of using industry-standard software such as Adobe Premiere Pro and Photoshop to create and edit video content and images. Knowledge of other packages such as InDesign, Canva and Audition would also be beneficial. 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 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. As part of this commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion and through this appointment process, it is our aim to develop candidate pools that include applicants from all backgrounds and communities. 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 person specification section of the job description. 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 to £43,909 pro rata, including London Weighting Allowance (0.8 FTE) Job ID: 133586 Close Date: 18-Jan-2026 Contact Person: Ben Day Contact Details: benjamin.day@kcl.ac.uk

Location Docklands Campus Salary £35,453 to £38,827 per annum inclusive of London Weighting Post Type Full Time Post Type Fixed Term Contract Length 12 months Closing Date Wednesday 21 January 2026 Interview Date Tuesday 17 February 2026 Reference 2556-25-S University of East London Founded in 1898, we at the University of East London (UEL) are proud to change lives through education. Our goal is to advance industry 5.0 careers-first education and provide a clear path to the jobs and opportunities of the future. We’re committed to driving diversity in the 5.0 talent pipeline, working in partnership to promote talent wherever it is found and creating a balanced, inclusive, and green future. But we can't achieve this goal alone. We need forward-thinking, innovative, and curious individuals like you to join our community and help us craft our future. As part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to work with a diverse range of people who share your passion for creating positive change. We’re an inclusive and welcoming community that is constantly moving forward, never satisfied with the status quo. About Us The Systems & Courses Team set up and maintain the course and module curriculum on the student record system and focus on delivering customer service excellence through the management and effective ownership of core academic and administrative support systems and processes. About the Job We are looking to recruit an Officer to join the Systems & Courses Team, to support the administration of course management systems and processes. Brief overview of position. Support the delivery of a professional, efficient, and responsive courses and modules administration service for staff and students Play an active role in the day-to-day operation and maintenance of the University’s Student Records System (SITS) Ensure accurate, consistent, and timely set-up and maintenance of course and module data Contribute to the integrity of student records that underpin the University’s statutory and regulatory reporting requirements Work collaboratively with colleagues across Academic Registry, Strategic Development and Delivery, Quality Assurance and Enhancement, Financial Services, and IT Services Liaise with external agencies, including the Student Loans Company (SLC) and UCAS, particularly during key operational periods About You You will have relevant knowledge and experience of student administration, including the use of a student records system and an understanding of curriculum structures. You will be a collaborative team player, able to plan, prioritise, and organise your work effectively to meet competing deadlines. With excellent attention to detail, you will be confident in understanding, interpreting, and clearly communicating complex information to a range of colleagues and stakeholders, contributing to a high-quality, student-focused service. Benefits Package Here at UEL we understand it’s about more than just a salary. It’s about the entire package on offer along with our outstanding work environment and inclusive culture. We know the market rates for this vacancy and will offer a genuinely competitive salary DOE. Benefits for professional services positions | University of East London Equal Opportunities  UEL is an inclusive equal opportunities employer and are proud of our Equality, Diversity, and Inclusivity achievements, as members of Stonewall and have won Athena Swan awards. We expect all employees of UEL to accept our EDI policy and will not tolerate discrimination in any form. So, if you’d like to take your career to the next level with us here at the University of East London and are inspired by our environment and committed to success, we want you to apply today! Further Details Job Description & Person Specification To contact the recruitment team please phone +44 20 8223 3000 x 4600 or e-mail jobs@uel.ac.uk CVs without a completed application form will not be accepted. At UEL we are committed to working together to build a community which values diversity in both our staff and student populations, is representative and inclusive, enabling all to progress and thrive

The University of Vienna is a community of almost 11,000 individuals, including approximately 7,700 academic staff members, who passionately pursue answers to the profound questions that shape our future. They represent individuals driven by curiosity and a relentless pursuit of excellence. With us, they find the space to try things out and unfold their potential. Are you inspired by their passion and determination? We are currently seeking a/an University assistant (prae doc) - Department of Government 49 Faculty of Social Sciences Startdate: 2026-10-01T00:00:00Z | Working hours: 30 | Collective bargaining agreement: §48 VwGr. B1 Grundstufe (praedoc) Limited until: 30.09.2030 Reference no.: 4982 Explore and teach at the University of Vienna, where more than 7,500 academics thrive on curiosity in continuous exploration and help us better understand our world. Does this sound like you? Then join our accomplished team! The Department of Government, subunit of the Faculty of Social Sciences, is looking for a University Assistant (prae doc) in research areas represented at the Department of Government, especially on political representation, party competition, political institutions, political economy or political behaviour. Your role: As a University Assistant (prae doc), you will be part of our research team and participate in the academic life at the department while pursuing your doctoral research. The focus of our research is in the field of Comparative Politics, broadly conceived. The employment duration is 4 years. Initially limited to 1.5 years, the employment relationship is automatically extended to 4 years if the employer does not terminate it within the first 12 months by submitting a non-extension declaration. Your future tasks: Pursuing your doctoral research independently with the support of two academic supervisors from the department Completing a dissertation agreement (incl. full doctoral proposal to be assessed by a faculty board) within 12 months Presenting your research at international conferences Publishing your research in international outlets Independent teaching of courses as defined by the university’s collective bargaining agreement Participation in administrative activities Participation in evaluation activities and quality assurance This is part of your personality: Completed Diploma or Master's Degree in the Social Sciences (Political Science, Economics, Psychology, Sociology, Communication) by the start date of the position Clear vision of an innovative doctoral research project Research focus on comparative political institutions, comparative political economy and/or comparative political behaviour Advanced knowledge of social research methods Excellent command of written and spoken English (C1 Level) What we offer: Supervision: You will be supervised on your doctoral journey by two academic supervisors at the department. Work-life balance: Our employees enjoy flexible working hours and can partially work remotely (within Austria). Inspiring working atmosphere: You are a part of an international academic team in a healthy and fair working environment. Good public transport connections: Your workplace is in the centre of beautiful Vienna and is easily accessible by public transport. Internal training & coaching: Opportunity to deepen your skills on an ongoing basis, including in a social science doctoral school. In total, across the university, there are over 600 courses to choose from – free of charge. Fair salary: A current base salary of EUR 3,714.80 (full-time basis) (14 times a year). Note that this salary is for 40 hours/week, whereas this contract will have 30 hours/week, in line with usual practice at the University of Vienna. The salary increases after completion of three years of service. Equal opportunities for everyone: We value all forms of diversity in our team! It is that easy to apply: Academic curriculum vitae Motivation letter, including an identification of 2 or 3 suitable supervisors for your project in the department (max. 2 pages) Doctoral project proposal (between 1500 and 2000 words) Contact details of two academic referees University certificates, including full transcripts of records Via our job portal / Apply now – button If you have any questions, please contact: Nicole Haas n.haas@univie.ac.at We look forward to new personalities in our team! The University of Vienna has an anti-discriminatory employment policy and attaches great importance to equal opportunities, the advancement of women and diversity. We place particular emphasis on enhancing women’s representation among the academic and general university staff, particularly in leadership roles, and therefore expressly encourage qualified women to apply. Given equal qualifications, preference will be given to female candidates. University of Vienna. Space for personalities. Since 1365. Data protection ​Application deadline: 28.01.2026