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We are delighted to welcome applications for a Research Fellow post within the ESRC Connecting Generations programme to examine intergenerational flows of support in later life and the increased cost-of-living in the UK.  ESRC Connecting Generations is a collaborative project between the long-established Centre for Population Change (University of Southampton, University of St Andrews, and University of Stirling), the University of Oxford Leverhulme Centre for Demographic Science, and the Resolution Foundation. ESRC Connecting Generations aims to innovate in knowledge and understanding of intergenerational relations and population change. The Centre is led by Professor Jane Falkingham. For further details, see https://www.cpc.ac.uk/research_programme/connecting_generations/  This project will examine intergenerational flows of support in later life and the increased cost-of-living in the UK, via data collected from two project Directives from the Mass Observation Study, University of Sussex. Qualitative narratives were collected in Spring 2023 and also August 2024 in order to investigate the role of intergenerational support in mitigating the rising costs of living and whether growing costs have adversely affected intergenerational flows of support. This research position is in the Department of Gerontology within the Faculty of Social Sciences, where Professors Evandrou and Vlachantoni are based. You will be part of a collaborative team including other project Researchers, the CPC Research Manager and Knowledge Exchange team, as well as Faculty members from both the Department of Gerontology at the University of Southampton and other Departments and partner institutions.  To be successful in the role you will have, or will be close to completing, a PhD (or equivalent professional qualifications) with a background in Gerontology or Social Policy and strong qualitative research methods skills in a relevant discipline. You will have knowledge and expertise in data analysis and be skilled in the use of e.g. NVivo or other software. You will have proven ability to plan and organise your work independently and as part of a team and have the ability to write research presentations and papers for peer review publication.  The Research Fellow post is full-time fixed term for 12 months and is available from the 1st March 2026. Due to external project funding, the latest start date is 1st April 2026 with a fixed term end date of 31st March 2027. The University of Southampton holds an Athena SWAN Silver Award demonstrating commitment to equal opportunities in the workplace.  Informal enquiries may be addressed to Prof. Maria Evandrou, email: maria.evandrou@soton.ac.uk

About us: This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced and organised waste and resource professional to support Estates & Facilities (E&F) in delivering efficient, compliant, and sustainable waste practices. As part of King’s commitment to sustainability and climate action, you will help drive initiatives that reduce environmental impact and contribute to our vision of making the world a better place. About the role:  The Waste & Resource Coordinator plays a vital role in supporting the effective management of waste and resources across King’s College London, including research and other hazardous or specialist waste streams. Sitting within the Sustainability Team in Estates & Facilities, this position is central to ensuring that King’s meets its legal obligations and ISO 14001 requirements while driving continual improvement in waste and resource practices. Reporting to the Sustainability Operations Manager, the postholder acts as the first point of contact for waste-related queries and provides operational advice to stakeholders across all campuses. You will maintain oversight of the waste budget, including forecasting, invoice validation, and reporting, ensuring cost-effective and transparent management of waste services. The role also involves maintaining accurate data inputs into a central Power BI system and interpreting complex datasets to inform decision-making and performance monitoring. Engagement and communication are key aspects of this role. You will attend regular user group and waste review meetings, deliver training tailored to different audiences, and collaborate on campaigns that promote best practice and behavioural change. The Waste & Resource Coordinator also represents King’s in sector networks, strengthening our profile and learning from industry developments. Compliance is a critical responsibility. You will monitor legislative updates, ensure complete and accurate record-keeping of evidentiary documentation, and lead internal audits and Duty of Care visits to verify compliance and identify opportunities for improvement. Additionally, you will contribute operational insights to waste contract management and tendering processes, support the development and implementation of the waste strategy and policy, and work with embedded space partners to align processes and co-design initiatives. This is an exciting opportunity for someone passionate about sustainability and resource efficiency, with strong organisational, analytical, and communication skills. Your work will help embed best practice across King’s and support the university’s commitment to environmental sustainability. This is a full-time post (35 hours per week). About you: To be successful in this role, we are looking for candidates to have the following skills and experience: Essential criteria Knowledge of legislation and compliance requirements: Strong knowledge and understanding of waste & resource compliance requirements across both hazardous and non-hazardous waste streams (knowledge of ISO 14001 desirable). Data & Reporting Skills: Ability to interpret and manage complex datasets and produce clear, insightful reports. Collaboration & Partnerships: Proven ability to establish partnerships and lead collaborative initiatives. Stakeholder Engagement & Influence: Demonstrated ability to effectively engage and influence diverse stakeholders to ensure alignment within teams and organisations. Communication & Training: Experience developing communication and training materials and presenting to varied audiences. Project Coordination & Time Management: Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities with attention to detail. Technical skills: Proficiency in MS applications, including SharePoint and Power BI. Familiarity with Budget Management: Experience with invoice validation, purchase order processing, and financial reporting. Desirable criteria Qualification in a relevant topic. Membership of an appropriate professional body. Experience working in a higher education or large, complex organisations. Experience organising and leading behavioural change campaigns/initiatives. 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. 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. We expected to take place in the w/c 9 February 2026 Grade and Salary: £39,076 - £42,819 per annum inclusive of London Weighting Allowance Job ID: 135126 Close Date: 23-Jan-2026 Contact Person: Jen Smallwood Contact Details: jenna-marie.2.smallwood@kcl.ac.uk

At the heart of SIT’s mission is to nurture industry-ready graduates equipped with deep technical expertise and transferable skills to tackle tomorrow’s challenges. SIT collaborates with industry in our education, while benefitting them with our talent supply and collaborative research achievements. The University’s unique applied learning pedagogy integrates work and study, embedding authentic learning experiences within real-world environments. Through strategic partnerships forged by our faculty with industry, learners bridge theoretical knowledge with practical application in and out of the classroom. Such active & authentic learning opportunities ensures graduates step into their careers with applicable skills and competence.  In research, SIT faculty aims to bridge knowledge creation and utilisation. Our faculty collaborates closely with industry on translational research and innovation with focus on addressing pertinent industry challenges to impact businesses.  The Singapore Teaching and Academic Research Talent (START) Scheme is co-funded by the Ministry of Education (MOE) and SIT to encourage and support outstanding young Singaporeans interested in pursuing an academic career at SIT. The Early Career Awards (ECA) are designed to support Singaporeans who have recently completed their postdoctoral training and prepare them for an academic career at SIT. This award aims to enhance the teaching capabilities of the recipient and help build a strong research portfolio. Eligibility and Selection Criteria Singapore Citizen   Recently completed postdoctoral training   Excellent academic record plus a high degree of proficiency and motivation for a research area that is strongly aligned with SIT’s supported areas  Strong passion for teaching, research and an academic career Benefits Awardees may receive research grants to help build a competitive research portfolio. Upon completion of the award, awardees will be considered for Assistant Professorship. Awardees will also be assigned a faculty mentor for the duration of the scheme. Application Process Applications are open throughout the year. Applications received before 15 January 2026 will be considered for intake 2026.  Interview by the respective clusters for shortlisted applicants will be conducted throughout the year.  Final Interview by Panel for shortlisted applicants will take place from March to April 2026. Awards for intake 2026 will be finalised by July 2026. Supported Areas for START Infocomm Technology Information Security: Mobile security, cyber-physical systems, IoT security, security analytics, operational cybersecurity, digital forensics, vulnerability assessment, malware analysis, privacy technologies, and AI security AI and Emerging Fields: Smart healthcare, IIoT, computational fintech, robot-human interaction, trustworthy AI, explainable AI, large language models, quantum computing.