Midland University

Location Docklands Campus Salary £46,471 to £51,606 per annum inclusive of London Weighting Post Type Full Time Post Type Fixed Term Contract Length 12 months Closing Date Friday 10 April 2026 Reference 0647-26-PS University of East London At the University of East London (UEL), our mission is to prepare students for the careers of the future while shaping that future inclusively and sustainably. As a careers-first university, we believe education and opportunity should be open to all, and that diversity of people and thought is essential to solving society’s biggest challenges. Founded in 1898 as the West Ham Technical Institute, UEL has always championed industry-focused education and social mobility, earning the name “The People’s University” for its commitment to widening access to technical and professional learning. While our scale and ambition have grown, our purpose has remained constant: empowering communities, advancing social justice, and equipping students with future-proof skills to thrive in a rapidly changing world. Today, UEL continues this legacy through pioneering research, employer-engaged education, and meaningful community impact. We are tackling health and economic inequalities, promoting sustainability, and helping to build a more inclusive and resilient future. Guided by our ambitious Vision 2028  strategy, UEL is reshaping education for the benefit of all, empowering students from every background with the skills and opportunities to succeed. Our commitment to excellence is recognised nationally; we are proud to be named University of the Year for Teaching Quality in the Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025. At UEL, we don’t just teach, we inspire, innovate and empower, shaping the future together. About External Relations Our multi-award-winning External Relations Directorate brings together a wide range of specialist teams including Brand & Marketing, Communications & Public Relations, Corporate Engagement & Advancement, Student Recruitment & Conversion (home and international), Admissions, Outreach & Access, and Design & Digital. We are building a forward-thinking, digitally driven function, embedding innovative practice and a digital-first mindset across all our work. We are looking for individuals who thrive in an agile environment, embrace new technologies, and are excited by transformational change. Together, we are creating a culture of continuous evolution—staying at the forefront of emerging trends and best practice across the sector. About the Role This is an exciting opportunity to join a creative and fast-paced internal communications team, delivering high-quality communications that engage and inform staff across the University. You will play a key role in planning, delivering and evaluating clear, compelling and creative internal communications campaigns, working closely with stakeholders across the institution. Key Responsibilities Develop and deliver creative communication plans for University-wide projects and staff engagement campaigns Work with stakeholders to define communication objectives and deliver targeted, effective messaging Produce clear, engaging and accurate content across a range of channels, often to tight deadlines Adapt tone and messaging to suit different audiences and platforms Measure and evaluate communications using data and feedback, making recommendations for improvement Review and enhance internal communication channels to ensure they remain accessible, relevant and engaging Draft communications on behalf of senior leaders, including the Vice-Chancellor and Executive Board Act as a trusted internal communications advisor, providing guidance and influencing stakeholders at all levels Contribute to initiatives that improve staff engagement and feedback mechanisms Work collaboratively across External Relations to ensure a consistent and joined-up approach About You You will be a confident and creative communications professional with experience delivering impactful campaigns to diverse audiences. You will bring: A degree (or equivalent experience) in communications or a related field Experience planning, delivering and evaluating successful communications campaigns Strong experience creating engaging, high-quality content for varied audiences Experience working with and influencing stakeholders across complex organisations Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft 365 tools and digital communication platforms Skills and qualities: Excellent writing and editing skills, with the ability to translate complex information into clear, engaging messages Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and tight deadlines Confidence working independently and using initiative Sound judgement when handling sensitive communications Confidence using new technologies and communication platforms A collaborative and flexible approach, with the ability to adapt in a fast-changing environment What You’ll Need to Thrive You’ll thrive in this role if you are creative, proactive and solutions-focused, with the confidence to work in a fast-paced environment and manage competing priorities. You’ll enjoy building relationships across the organisation, influencing stakeholders, and using insight to continuously improve communications and engagement. Additional Information Flexibility to work occasional evenings or out-of-hours when required A strong commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion Benefits Package At UEL, we believe that a great role is about more than just a salary. It’s about the complete package, including our outstanding work environment and inclusive culture. We offer a genuinely competitive salary, dependent on experience (DOE), and a range of excellent benefits. You can explore our full benefits package here: https://uel.ac.uk/benefits-professional-services-positions Building an Inclusive Future As an inclusive, equal-opportunities employer, our multiple Charter awards (Stonewall, Race Equality and Athena Swan) reflect our ongoing dedication to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion and we’re committed to closing the ethnicity pay gap. We’re proud of the progress we’ve made and honest that there’s more to do. We’re determined to keep moving forward so everyone at UEL can thrive. 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 commit to success, we want you to apply today! Please note that this advert may close earlier than the deadline if we receive many applications. We encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible. 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.

Organisation: Cranfield University Faculty or Department: Faculty of Engineering and Applied Sciences 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: Fixed term contract Fixed Term Period: For 3 years Salary: Full time starting salary is normally in the range of £37,897 to £45,580 per annum Apply by: 26/04/2026 Role Description We welcome applications from talented researchers to join our Gas Turbine Engineering Group, who want to make a significant impact on the shape and future direction of our Centre’s portfolio of activities in the area of fluid dynamic design and analysis of systems and test facilities used in propulsion architectures. About the Role This is an exciting opportunity for you to contribute to research on a project supporting the move of aviation towards zero emissions, as part of a team within the Centre for Aeronautics, Propulsion and Power, and specifically the Rolls-Royce UTC in Aero Systems Design, Integration and Performance. This role will contribute to the development of various systems used in propulsion architectures. You will be working in test facility design, computational fluid dynamic modelling, and assessment of thermo-fluid systems for aviation, focusing on icing in aircraft fuel systems. About You You will be educated to doctoral level in a relevant subject with the necessary technical knowledge and experiences, such as test facility design, flow modelling at different levels of fidelity, computational fluid dynamics (CFD), aero-thermodynamics of power and propulsion systems, heat and mass transfer, thermo-fluid systems simulation and programming, as well as exposure to software platforms and algorithms for Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning and Data Analytics. You will have experience in composing project deliverables and delivering effective presentations and be able to assist in project integration workshops and other meetings. With good communication skills, you will also be an effective team player and have the ability to cope with pressures to meet milestone deadlines. Project planning is also an important skill for this post, along with the ability to demonstrate self-motivation, perseverance and initiative. As part of this role, you may be required to obtain UK Security Clearance (BPSS). 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. Aerospace is at the heart of Cranfield’s global research airport and is renowned throughout the world for its teaching and research in the fields of aviation and aerospace. Cranfield Aerospace’s six Centres are the powerhouses of our world-class research, driving technological and conceptual advances in aeronautics, propulsion and thermal power engineering, cyber-physical systems and intelligent automation. Through the strong links with industry built over the past 70 years, we focus on defining and delivering the aircraft, airport and airspace management of the future and are the only University in Europe with our own airport and runway. Cranfield Aerospace is internationally recognised as the first choice for research and education in all aspects of aerospace, including aircraft, drones, urban air mobility and space. Find out more about our work here. 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 Dr David John Rajendran, Senior Lecturer in Aero System Design for Future Propulsion Architectures, on (E): d.rajendran@cranfield.ac.uk, or Professor Ioannis Roumeliotis, Professor of Gas Turbine and Thermo-Fluid Systems Performance, on (E): i.roumeliotis@cranfield.ac.uk Please do not hesitate to contact us for further details on E: peoplerecruitment@cranfield.ac.uk. Please quote reference number 5270. Closing date for receipt of applications: 26 April 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.

Liverpool John Moores University (LJMU) is a distinctive, unique institution, rooted in the Liverpool City Region and with a global presence. Our students and staff, past, present, and future, are the beating heart of our city and can be found in every corner of every industry and community. We couldn’t exist anywhere else and have shaped the city in which we belong. Working with the people of Liverpool to improve lives and support communities is at the heart of why we were founded and why we exist today. As Head of Secretariat, working closely with the University Secretary and General Counsel, you will manage the Secretariat team and lead the day to day operation of governance and secretariat services for the University, its Board and sub committees. You will provide advice on governance, constitutional and procedural matters in line with regulatory requirements and sector best practice ensuring that University, Board and committee business is planned, co-ordinated and delivered efficiently. You will have significant experience in governance, secretariat or committee management and of working with senior stakeholders within a large organisation. Experience within the UK higher education sector and knowledge of sector governance frameworks would be highly advantageous. In return, we offer an excellent benefits package including generous annual leave entitlement, pension scheme, induction and development support as well as family-friendly policies. This is an exciting time to join the university as we deliver the LJMU Strategy 2030 and its vision of LJMU as an inclusive civic university transforming lives and futures, by placing students at the heart of everything we do. If you feel that this is the role you have been looking for and your skills and experience can make a real difference at LJMU, we look forward to hearing from you. LJMU is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds and communities irrespective of age, transgender status, disability, gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity and religion or belief. All our appointments are made on merit. Please note all of our vacancies will be closed to applications at midnight on the advertised closing date, unless otherwise stated.