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About us King’s College London is a leading research-intensive university. This role sits within the Research Management & Innovation Directorate (RMID) and the King’s Doctoral College, which supports King’s doctoral community. You will join the MRC Doctoral Training Partnership (DTP) in Biomedical Sciences (https://kcl-mrcdtp.com/), a flagship programme funded by the Medical Research Council. Our team works to deliver an exceptional experience for postgraduate researchers and showcase the impact of their work.  About the role We are seeking an experienced and proactive Communications & Engagement Officer to join the MRC Doctoral Training Partnership (DTP) in Biomedical Sciences at King’s College London. This flagship programme supports outstanding postgraduate researchers in cutting-edge biomedical science, and your role will be key to strengthening its profile and community. Reporting to the MRC DTP Manager, you will lead on communications, marketing, engagement, events, and equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) activities. You will develop and implement strategies to ensure the DTP’s messages, goals, and values are communicated clearly and consistently across multiple channels, including web, social media, and digital platforms. You will play a central role in building connections within our student community and with external stakeholders. This includes planning and delivering events, managing digital content, and supporting initiatives that enhance the postgraduate research experience. You will also contribute to EDI projects and help showcase the achievements of our students and alumni. The ideal candidate will be an effective communicator with proven experience in managing communications and engagement activities, preferably within a higher education or research environment. You will be confident working independently, managing projects, and using digital tools to create engaging content. This is an exciting opportunity to make a real impact on a high-profile doctoral training programme and to work collaboratively within a supportive team. This is a full-time post (35 hours per week), and you will be offered a fixed term contract until 30 September 2030. 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 experience. Proven experience managing websites and social media channels, including creating and updating content. Proven experience in communications, publishing, or marketing, including developing and delivering successful strategies. Experience coordinating and delivering events independently. Ability to produce high-quality written and visual content for different audiences and formats. Demonstrable project management skills, including prioritizing workload and meeting deadlines. Ability to use digital tools for content creation (e.g., video editing, basic design software). Experience working in a higher education or research environment. Desirable criteria Experience with design tools (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite) for creating marketing materials. Understanding of outreach and widening participation in higher education. Experience managing small budgets and monitoring expenditure. Proven networking skills, engaging with internal and external stakeholders. Enthusiasm and commitment to enhancing the postgraduate research student experience. 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 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. Interviews are due to be held w/c 2nd or 9th February. Grade and Salary: £39,076 - £43,909 per annum, including London Weighting Allowance Job ID: 134525 Close Date: 26-Jan-2026 Contact Person: Elena Allen Contact Details: Elena.allen@kcl.ac.uk

Lead our award-winning division and drive lasting impact on AUT’s built environment Strategic and tactical management – translate objectives into practical action Permanent, full-time position based in Auckland’s CBD As a QS 5-star university and New Zealand's newest, Auckland University of Technology (AUT) is a university of opportunity where all students with talent and potential have the chance to succeed. We are a socially-driven university with equity and excellence central to our purpose and actions, and we offer a stimulating teaching and research environment with strong connections to government, business, and industry. We have more than 26,000 students and over 4,000 staff based primarily at our three Auckland teaching campuses. AUT has recently approved a bold 10-year Academic and Capital Plan focused on transforming academic activities to support its role as Aotearoa's University of Technology. This investment will upgrade campus infrastructure and promote innovative, flexible teaching across all disciplines. AUT’s long-term strategy, Te Kete aims to future-proof the university by integrating advanced technology into learning environments and fostering interdisciplinary collaboration. The Academic & Capital Plan includes expanding research facilities, modernising digital resources, and enhancing student support services to create an engaging campus experience prioritizing sustainability and inclusivity. The University also seeks to strengthen industry partnerships, aligning academic programs with evolving workforce needs and positioning graduates for success in a rapidly changing world. At the heart of this transformation is AUT’s Estates Group—our award-winning, in-house property and services team. Our mission: create inspiring, future-ready spaces that leave a lasting impact. With up to 200 AUT staff and 100 contractors on any given day delivering more than 60 major service lines, we manage the planning, development, operation, and maintenance of AUT’s 235,000+sqm property portfolio and assets valued at $1.9 billion. From property services to commercial and hospitality operations, security and emergency management we provide end-to-end solutions that underpin AUT’s mission to enrich lives through technology, learning, and discovery. The Opportunity | Te Whiwhinga mahi This is a dynamic, forward-thinking environment where your expertise will help define the next decade of transformation. We’re looking for an influential, innovative leader to drive AUT’s Estates Group in delivering safe, compliant, and resilient infrastructure that enables the University to achieve its strategic objectives. At the heart of this role is AUT’s Academic & Capital Plan - a rare opportunity to join at a pivotal moment, shape strategy and lead change from the ground up. With a remit spanning property, facilities, security, emergency management, commercial, and hospitality services, this role offers exceptional scope, influence and career progression. Supported by an experienced Estates leadership team, you’ll bring strategic vision, collaborative leadership and a positive, solutions-focused approach along with a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion. Key focus areas include: Lead master planning, capital development and maintenance across AUT’s multi-campus portfolio. Collaborate with senior academic leaders to define future requirements that will guide design, construction and operations of major projects. Shape the future of learning by creating spaces that support hands-on, applied learning and evolving technology enriched methods. Ensure compliance, operational excellence and future-ready solutions in all projects. Champion innovation and deliver environments that inspire world-class learning and discovery. For full details on the role, including key accountabilities and responsibilities, please refer to the comprehensive position description in the Candidate Handbook. The handbook also provides insights into the Estates Group, AUT and our ambitious plans for the future. About you | Ko wai koe We’re seeking a strategic, people-focused leader with the ability to navigate complexity and deliver impact. Key criteria being sought include: Proven senior leadership experience in large, complex organisations, with responsibility for sizeable teams and fostering a high-performance, people-focused culture. Broad expertise across Facilities, Security, Emergency Management, Project, Property and Construction Management, including operations, development programmes and capital works. Successful track record in managing complex property, project, and service portfolios. Strong understanding of property and commercial legal and financial frameworks, with demonstrated financial acumen. Emergency management and business continuity experience. Skilled in strategic planning, forecasting, and translating objectives into practical action. Ability to manage diverse senior stakeholder expectations in a collegial environment. Commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion and uplifting cultural capability. Ability to analyse complex data to inform evidence-based decisions and strategic planning. Relevant tertiary qualification in property or services management (or related discipline). How to apply | Me pēhea te tuku tono  Along with your CV - please ensure to submit a cover letter which a) explains why this role (and AUT) is of interest, and b) addresses how you feel you meet some, or all, of the key criteria listed above. Further Information: Start Date: The successful candidate would join AUT in 2026 (to be agreed). Term: The successful candidate will secure a permanent appointment. A competitive remuneration package will be agreed, commensurate with skills and experience. Contact for enquiries: Mike Wood, AUT Executive Recruitment Partner - mike.wood@aut.ac.nz. Please note: AUT is closed for summer operations until 7 January and enquiries will not be monitored over this time, but will be replied to upon our return. Closing date for applications: Sunday 1 February 2026 at 11.55pm Reference: 94363 At AUT we strive to be a place where people love to work and learn. We are committed to te Tiriti, excellence and inclusivity and aspire to be the University of choice for Māori and Pacific communities. We welcome people of all ethnicities, genders, sexual orientations, religious and political beliefs, socio-economic situations and accessibility needs. Please note that all applications must be submitted through the online application process. For further information, please send us an enquiry here or call 921 9499. Please note we are happy to answer your questions but we do not accept applications by email. You will need to apply through the standard registration process.

About us This is an exciting opportunity to gain and develop research skills. The post-holder will join Dr Tom Pollak’s research group and play a key role in innovative studies taking a new immunologically focussed approach to understanding and treating neuropsychiatric disorders. The group is investigating how the immune system may hold clues to how psychosis and other psychiatric disorders are caused and how people respond to treatments. We will investigate blood and cerebrospinal fluid from patients and use machine-learning to identify the treatment-relevant immune processes, with an emphasis on immune cells, autoantibodies and inflammatory markers. If we can show causal links, our work could guide future targeted immune-based interventions. The studies involve subject recruitment and collection of clinical data and bio samples (blood and cerebrospinal fluid) from patients. The main focus is on an exciting new prospective, longitudinal study aiming to assess the immunological effects of antipsychotic treatment. It is being led by a team from KCL and the Francis Crick Institute and is unique for its interdisciplinary nature, combining expertise from clinical psychiatry, immunology and neuroscience, with significant ongoing input from people with lived experience of psychosis. The post-holder will have a central role in the team and will contribute to its dynamic, friendly and supportive culture, and to its strong spirit of multidisciplinary scientific enquiry. The Department of Psychosis Studies is one of the world’s leading centres for research into psychotic disorders. We aim to advance the understanding and treatment of psychotic disorders across all stages to improve the lives of patients and their families. Our staff include clinical and non-clinical scientists with a wide range of expertise and are recognised globally as innovators of high-quality translational research. About the role The purpose of this role is to deliver exciting and innovative research studies in the Department of Psychosis Studies. Working closely with the Lead Investigators, the post holder will ensure the successful conduct and completion of the research programme. They will contribute to the collection and analysis of data and play a key role in the assessment and monitoring of participants. They will also work closely with other research staff in the project and foster effective collaborative working relationships with the local and regional services for psychosis, as well as neurology, rheumatology and neuropsychiatry services. The successful candidate will also be encouraged to deliver teaching on immunopsychiatry topics and will have the opportunity to join a unique and growing clinical immunopsychiatry service. The post-holder will have opportunities to get involved in data analysis and develop their research interests within the projects. Training in research methods will be provided, and the post-holder will develop skills in using gold-standard diagnostic and clinical ratings, which will be useful for future research and clinical practice. The post would be ideal for a clinician with an interest in the rapidly expanding field of immunopsychiatry. There is potential to develop a project for a PhD application for a suitable candidate. The start date is flexible and may be negotiated with the right candidate. This is a full-time post (40 Hours per week), and you will be offered a fixed term contract for 12 months with possibility to extend. Research staff at King’s are entitled to at least 10 days per year (pro-rata) for professional development. This entitlement, from the Concordat to Support the Career Development of Researchers, applies to Postdocs, Research Assistants, Research and Teaching Technicians, Teaching Fellows and AEP equivalent up to and including grade 7. Visit the Centre for Research Staff Development for more information. About you To be successful in this role, we are looking for candidates to have the following skills and experience: Essential criteria Full GMC registration with valid license to practice. Experience undertaking and publishing research relevant to psychiatry, psychology or neuroscience in peer-reviewed journals. Ability to communicate clearly and empathically with patients with serious mental illness, carers, and colleagues. Experience in addressing research or audit questions both independently and collaboratively with a team. Excellent written communication, data management and organisational skills. Evidence of strong academic potential and trajectory (e.g. presentations, prizes, distinctions, publications depending on career level). Desirable criteria Knowledge of managing research data and statistical analysis software (such as SPSS or STATA). Postgraduate degree in a relevant course. Training and/or experience with relevant clinical and research methodology such as lumbar puncture procedures, immunological analysis and recruiting participants for observational studies/ clinical trials. Willingness to travel on project business when required. 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. Interviews are due to be held on w/c 2nd February 2026 This post is subject to Disclosure and Barring Service and Occupational Health clearances. Grade and Salary: £45,943 - £67,610 plus £2,162 London Weighting Allowance Job ID: 134325 Close Date: 15-Jan-2026 Contact Person: Thomas Pollak / Amy Aldridge Contact Details: thomas.pollak@kcl.ac.uk / amy.l.aldridge@kcl.ac.uk