London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine

Research Fellow: Mapping current funding in young people’s cancer research against the Teenage and Young Adult Cancer Priority Setting Partnership priorities 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 role Applications are invited for a Research Fellow position to work part-time on on a project funded by The Children and Young People’s Cancer Association (CCLG): Mapping current funding in young people’s cancer research against the Teenage and Young Adult Cancer Priority Setting Partnership priorities. The successful post holder will be based in the School of Health Sciences, working with Susie Aldiss and Professor Faith Gibson. The James Lind Alliance Teenage and Young Adult Cancer Priority Setting Partnership (PSP) research priorities were published in 2018 (final report available from: https://www.jla.nihr.ac.uk/priority-setting-partnerships/teenage-and-young-adult-cancer. The aim of this PSP was to identify the research questions that need to be answered about teenage and young adult cancer, according to young people, survivors, families/carers and professionals. Our focus in this current project is on the Top 30 priorities from this PSP (https://www.jla.nihr.ac.uk/priority-setting-partnerships/teenage-and-young-adult-cancer#tab-the-top-10-priorities).  In this project, we will undertake an information gathering exercise to establish which of the 30 priorities are currently priorities for funding and/or being funded. This will involve liaising with funders of cancer research in the UK to collect their funding strategies and information on projects funded in the past five years. This will help funders to see where the gaps in funding are, avoid duplication and enable possible collaborations to ensure that all the priorities receive attention as these are the areas of research that young people, survivors, families/carers and professionals have identified as important. About you We are looking for a researcher with excellent project management and research skills, together with excellent verbal and written communication skills, who can work independently, but also work well within a team environment. The successful candidate will be required to coordinate and undertake activities including: liaising with research funders, leading on data collection and data management, analysis of data involving matching funding strategies and funded studies to the Top 30 priorities, dissemination of findings including report writing, preparing a journal publication and feedback to funders. We have already started to gather the data from the funders. Studies have shown that women and other minoritised groups are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every single criteria. In the School of Health Sciences, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you are excited about this role but your experience does not align perfectly with what is stated, we encourage you to contact us to discuss. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles. The post is a fixed-term post (4.5 months, 0.5 FTE). The majority of work for this project could be undertaken remotely if the post holder wishes. For enquires please contact Susie Aldiss: s.aldiss@surrey.ac.uk Further details Job Description Job Description

Dubai, United Arab Emirates Three-year term, with potential two-year extension Heriot-Watt University is seeking an exceptional academic leader to serve as Deputy Provost at our expanding Dubai campus. This is a rare opportunity to shape the academic direction, research culture, and student experience of one of the region’s most established international universities. As the most senior academic on campus, the Deputy Provost will play a central role in delivering the University’s global strategy in the UAE. Reporting to Professor Dame Heather McGregor, Provost and Head of Heriot-Watt Dubai, the role encompasses leadership of teaching, learning, and research; strategic planning; external engagement; and operational oversight. Key responsibilities include leading in‑country academic activities, deputising for the Provost, driving growth in externally funded research, strengthening research student numbers, and developing partnerships with industry, government, and academic institutions. The Deputy Provost will ensure an outstanding student experience aligned with global Heriot-Watt standards, oversee quality assurance processes, support academic planning and recruitment, and work closely with the Chief Operating Officer to ensure effective campus operations. They will also chair the Dubai Research Management Committee and contribute to major University-wide initiatives, including regional transnational education activity. We are seeking an experienced academic—ideally from engineering, technology, business, or a related STEM discipline—with a strong research track record and senior leadership experience within a university setting. Candidates should bring experience managing people, budgets, and academic portfolios, along with a proven ability to operate in complex, culturally diverse environments. Knowledge of the UAE higher education landscape is highly desirable, as is familiarity with UK or Scottish HE systems. Experience in internationalisation, partnerships, and transnational education is essential; Arabic language skills are an advantage. The successful candidate will be an inspiring, confident leader with excellent communication skills, a global outlook, strong interpersonal abilities, and the resilience and cultural sensitivity required to thrive in a multi‑campus international university For more information on this post visit - https://www.hw.ac.uk/deputy-provost Closing date for applications is 27th February 2026

Salary: £35,608 - £37,694 per annum Contractual hours: 37 Basis: Full Time Package: Full details can be found here - https://www.ucb.ac.uk/about-us/work-for-us/rewards-and-benefits/ Job category/type: Higher Education Job reference: REQ000493 Attachments: attachmentEmployability Tutor HE - JDPS - Feb 26.pdf Hired provides careers, employability and placement services to our students. We currently have a vacancy for an Employability Tutor supporting both placement provision for established and new HE courses and building employability and career management skills to deliver positive graduate outcomes. You will need to develop strong links with UCB Schools and Departments regarding the service, as well as engage directly with employers to source and develop partnership and placement opportunities. The successful candidate will have knowledge of supporting students, either into placements/work experience, or have recent industry experience relevant to early years education or the health and social care sector. You will have excellent communication and organisation skills, the ability to work with a diverse range of clients, and proficiency in administration and the use of IT. To be successful in this application, you will possess a minimum level 3 qualification. Flexibility and a willingness to conduct placement visits off-site as required are essential. Standard Information UCB is an equal opportunities employer. University College Birmingham is proud to be TEF rated Silver, with a Good Ofsted rating UCB has achieved the Investors in Diversity Bronze Award. You may need to obtain permission to work in the UK if you don’t already have the unrestricted right to work in any role. There are various types of visa which include the right to work. You can check if you need a UK visa using the Government’s online tool and find information about UK visa routes and the eligibility criteria that must be met for each route Work in the UK - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk). All staff are required to prove their right to work in the UK before they start work. All applicants for employment at the University will be expected to undertake an Enhanced Check with the Disclosure and Barring Service prior to commencement. All applicants for employment at the University will be expected to demonstrate an understanding of the principles of Safeguarding and the PREVENT agenda in the context of further and higher education.