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King’s College London is one of the world’s leading universities, ranked amongst the top 40 globally and top 10 in Europe (Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2024). Founded in 1829, King’s has over 40,000 students from more than 150 countries and more than 10,000 staff across five campuses in the heart of London. Guided by King’s Strategy 2030, the University is committed to academic excellence, societal impact and service, and innovation and entrepreneurship. We are seeking a Director, Business Development & Innovation to play a pivotal leadership role at a moment of significant opportunity and change. The post presents an opportunity to work with others to help shape and scale how a major research‑intensive university translates research and knowledge into real‑world impact, whether economic, social, cultural or environmental. Business development and innovation are increasingly central to growth, public value and solutions to global challenges, and King’s is now seeking to accelerate its ambition, reach and effectiveness in this area. Reporting to the Executive Director, Research Management & Innovation, and working in close partnership with the Assistant Principal (Innovation), the Director will provide strategic and operational leadership for King’s Innovation Catalyst, the University’s central innovation and commercialisation function. The role sits at the intersection of academic ambition, institutional strategy and professional delivery, translating King’s Strategy 2030 into coherent, high‑quality business development and innovation activity, delivering measurable outcomes across all faculties and central functions. The Director will lead and strengthen King’s end‑to‑end business development and innovation pipeline, supporting multiple routes to impact, from early translational research and collaborative partnerships through to intellectual property management, licensing and venture creation. Central to the role is building clarity, consistency and confidence across commercial pathways, extending effective models, strengthening later‑stage translation and ensuring that King’s innovation activity is visible, sustainable and internationally competitive. The successful candidate will bring substantial experience in business development and innovation within a large, complex organisation. Expertise across intellectual property, licensing, partnerships and venture activity, alongside strong commercial and financial acumen is essential. Alongside credibility with academic and professional leaders, the successful candidate will bring team management experience and a clear commitment to impact‑driven innovation and service. Equally important is an appreciation for the ethos, culture and complexity of higher education. For further information about the role please visit the job description and to apply for this role, please go to the King’s College London Job Opportunities page and submit the specified documentation. Informal enquiries may be made to the King’s Search Team; please contact Jamie Surgenor or Mary Thomas at kings-search@kcl.ac.uk. To apply, visit our website. The advert will close on Tuesday 16 June 2026 at 23.59 hours. The selection process will include formal interviews, expected to take place in July 2026. 

Full-time, Continuing position Salary Level HEW 8 ($121,213 - $136,507 p.a.) + 17% Superannuation and Flexible Working Arrangements Based at the Melbourne City campus, but may be required to work and/or be based at other campuses of the University Make a National Impact in Defence and Aerospace Security Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for national security? Join RMIT's Sir Lawrence Wackett Defence and Aerospace Centre to help shape the future of defence innovation in Australia. About the Role The Defence Security Officer (DSO) delivers Defence-related security functions within RMIT's Security Managed Environment in accordance with the Security Policy Plan (SPP), the Defence Industry Security Program (DISP), and applicable Defence security requirements. The role is responsible for the implementation and day-to-day administration of approved security policies, procedures, and controls across Defence-related programs, ensuring compliance with established frameworks and reporting obligations. Working as part of the Security Operations Team, the DSO contributes to the effective delivery of security activities and supports the College's ongoing compliance and assurance responsibilities in relation to Defence work. To be successful in this position, you'll have: Relevant experience in administration, compliance, governance, risk, or a related operational environment; experience in a security or regulated context is desirable. Working knowledge of, or ability to develop knowledge of, Australian Government or industry security frameworks (e.g. DISP, PSPF, Defence security requirements). Demonstrated ability to manage operational activities, prioritise workload, and support effective security outcomes. Proven ability to manage sensitive and confidential information with sound judgement and integrity. Well-developed communication and stakeholder engagement skills. Demonstrated organisational and administrative capability, including maintaining accurate records and meeting reporting obligations. High-level digital literacy, including experience using standard office software and information management systems Qualifications Mandatory: Relevant qualification and/or relevant industry experience. The holder of this role must be an Australian citizen and be able to obtain and maintain a Personnel Security Clearance at Negative Vetting Level 1. Please Note: Appointment to this position is subject to passing a Working with Children and National Police Check. About the Sir Lawrence Wackett Defence and Aerospace Centre (Wackett Centre) The Wackett Centre is a university centre embedded in the STEM College. The Wackett Centre is dedicated to advancing the fields of defence and aerospace through cutting-edge research, innovation, and collaboration. It serves as a hub where industry leaders, government agencies, and academic experts come together to develop technologies and solutions that enhance national security and aerospace capabilities. The Centre promotes workforce development by offering tailored training programs and work-integrated learning opportunities, ensuring a highly skilled workforce for the defence and aerospace sectors. With a strong focus on practical applications, Wackett Centre fosters partnerships and conducts collaborative research projects that drive technological advancements, ensuring Australia remains at the forefront of global defence and aerospace innovation. Learn more: https://www.rmit.edu.au/defence-aerospace To Apply Please submit your CV and covering letter addressing your suitability for this position by clicking on the 'Apply' link at the top of this page. For further information about this position, please see the Position Description hyperlinked below or contact Daniel Chasemore via email daniel.chasemore@rmit.edu.au For further information regarding recruitment processes, please contact Jennifer Pham, Senior Talent Acquisition Advisor via email at jennifer.pham2@rmit.edu.au Please do not share your application to this email address. Position Description - Defence Security Officer Please note, if you are viewing this advert from an external site, please click 'apply' and you will be redirected to RMIT's Jobs website to access the Position Description at the bottom of the page. Due to recent upgrades, position description links may not work on LinkedIn advertisements. Applications close on Sunday 21 June 2026 at 11.59pm. RMIT is an equal opportunity employer committed to being a child safe organisation. We are dedicated to attracting, retaining and developing our people regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability and age. Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community, and we strongly encourage applications from the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community. In line with RMIT University's commitment to a safe, respectful and inclusive environment, from 1 January 2026, the University will also consider gender-based violence (GBV) risk factors as part of our recruitment processes.All applicants will be required to complete a gender based violence declaration in accordance with the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-based Violence.Preferred candidates will also be required to undertake relevant pre employment background checks, including Working With Children Checks. Information provided will be treated confidentially and considered only for its relevance to the role and RMIT's safety obligations. At RMIT, we are committed to supporting adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, as well as during employment. We actively support and encourage people with disability to apply to RMIT (including alternate formats of application forms). To discuss adjustment requirements, please contact Dani, via talentsupport@rmit.edu.au or visit our Careers page for more contact information - https://www.rmit.edu.au/careers. We are a Circle Back Initiative Employer - we commit to respond to every applicant.

The University of Surrey is an international University with a world class teaching and research profile that is innovative, forward thinking and achieving notable results. Our research seeks to address global challenges, drive innovation, and deliver real-world impact. In the most recent UK Research Excellence Framework (REF2021), our research was ranked in the UK top 20 for research outputs. The University offers excellent multidisciplinary facilities within which to advance your career. In the School of Veterinary Medicine, you will have the opportunity to work with a collaborative team of researchers conducting cutting-edge research in infectious and non-communicable diseases and experts from world class veterinary institutes as well as an established network of veterinary practices through our many collaborative partnerships. The School of Veterinary Medicine currently holds over £7m in external research support for animal and human microbiome projects. A vibrant and collaborative community of post-doctoral researchers and PhD students are currently working on microbiome projects ranging from in vitro studies of antimicrobial resistance to helminth and parasiticide interactions with the microbiome to early-life microbiome of foals. In-house technologies supported by the University include both Illumina and nanopore sequencing platforms, Luminex-read multiplex immunoassay of cytokines, Biolog metabolic fingerprinting and aerobic/anaerobic culturomics. Data processing and analysis is supported by the University’s Bioinformatics Core Facility. Examples of current projects are available at Horse Microbiome Research Group and Anthelmintic Resistance in Southeast Asia (AHR-SEA) and La Ragione Research Group. We are seeking to appoint a Lecturer or Senior Lecturer in Microbiome Science to further grow and sustain research in this field at the University of Surrey. About the role Within the School of Veterinary Medicine, you will join the Section of Infection and Immunity within the Discipline of Comparative Biomedical Sciences. In the role you will: Establish and lead a sustainable research group generating high quality publications and demonstrable impact Secure significant research income to support the work of your research group Mentor postgraduate research students and postdoctoral fellows Initiate cross-disciplinary research collaborations allowing novel, multi-disciplinary insights into animal and human health and disease Make high quality, research-led contributions to undergraduate and postgraduate teaching within the School, including on the RCVS-accredited BVMSci veterinary degree course. About you Our Lecturers and Senior Lecturers play an important role in advancing research and innovation and influencing the future of the veterinary profession. As such, you will have: An established research profile in the field of microbiome science, including an excellent and continuing publication record, and demonstration of impact A proven track record of external research grant income generation A proven commitment to delivery of inspiring, engaging learning and teaching at undergraduate and postgraduate level Enthusiasm and a willingness to work flexibly in different contexts, alongside excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills. Experience of supervising research students What we can offer The University of Surrey is a prestigious UK University set in a beautiful campus in Guildford, half an hour’s journey from the centre of London. In addition to a generous salary and relocation support where eligible, we offer a vibrant and forward-thinking working environment, childcare assistance, first-class sports and leisure facilities, and access to a variety of staff development opportunities to help you fulfil your potential. Further Information When completing the online application form, we would welcome: a cover letter (no more than 2 pages), your CV, a brief supporting statement/ vision document (no more than 3 pages) outlining your intended five-year research plan. Informal enquiries can be made to Dr Arnoud van Vliet, Section Lead, Infection and Immunity (a.vanvliet@surrey.ac.uk) or Dr Martha Betson, Head of Discipline, Comparative Biomedical Sciences (m.betson@surrey.ac.uk). The University of Surrey is committed to providing an inclusive environment that offers equal opportunities for all. We value everyone in our community and are seeking to increase the diversity. Therefore, we particularly encourage applications from under-represented groups, such as people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic groups and people with disabilities. Induction Commitment We wish to create the conditions for success for our new starters in the Vet School, by facilitating their growth and development within our institution. All new starters who are on a local/Guildford contract are expected to be physically present on campus for 80% minimum of their working week during their initial four to six months of employment (the duration will vary depending on individual role). Further details Job Description Job Description