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The University of Manchester is one of the world’s leading universities, renowned for excellence in research, teaching and social responsibility. Celebrating its bicentenary in 2024, Manchester has a proud legacy of discovery – from splitting the atom to creating graphene. Ranked 34th globally and 6th in the UK (QS 2025), and 2nd worldwide in the THE Impact Rankings for its work on the UN Sustainable Development Goals, the University continues to shape the world through research, innovation and education. The Faculty of Humanities, Manchester’s largest, brings together over 21,000 students and 2,450 staff across four Schools: Alliance Manchester Business School; Arts, Languages and Cultures; Environment, Education and Development; and Social Sciences. With a strong international profile, the Faculty delivers world-class education and research that address global challenges in sustainability, inequality and economic development. The University now seeks to appoint an exceptional Vice-Dean for Teaching, Learning and Students within the Faculty of Humanities. This senior academic leadership position is responsible for shaping, delivering and enhancing the Faculty’s priorities for teaching, learning and the student experience, in alignment with the University’s Manchester 2035 strategy. The Vice-Dean for TLS will provide strategic leadership in developing and implementing the Faculty’s teaching, learning and student experience priorities. The postholder will champion innovation in curriculum design, assessment, digital education and inclusive teaching, fostering a culture of continuous improvement informed by data, student feedback and external benchmarks. A key focus will be on advancing flexible, personalised and digitally enabled learning, and making partner-enabled learning a signature of every Manchester degree. The role oversees the quality and consistency of the student journey, from recruitment and induction through to graduation and employment, and promotes student engagement, co-creation and the integration of the student voice in decision-making. The Vice-Dean will also drive initiatives to widen participation and promote social mobility, supporting the University’s ambition to deliver a transformative, values-led education for a diverse and global student body. Working collaboratively across the Faculty and University, the Vice-Dean will represent the Faculty internally and externally at the highest level. Applicants must be at professorial level, with a distinguished academic record and significant experience in higher education teaching and learning. They should demonstrate proven leadership in educational innovation and enhancement, a strong understanding of the UK higher education landscape, including quality assurance and regulatory frameworks, and a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion. Saxton Bampfylde Ltd is acting as an employment agency advisor to The University of Manchester on this appointment. For further information about the role, including details about how to apply, please visit www.saxbam.com/appointments using reference IMNX. Alternatively email Belinda.beck@saxbam.com. Applications should be received by noon on Monday 12 January 2026.

About us: King’s College London is one of the UK’s leading universities, recognised globally for excellence in teaching, research, and innovation. With a proud history spanning over 190 years, King’s is committed to delivering world-class education and shaping the future through impactful research and partnerships. The role plays a critical element in supporting King’s strategic ambitions by managing and developing our diverse estate across multiple campuses. Our work ensures that the university’s physical environment meets the needs of students, staff, and partners, while embedding sustainability, safety, and value for money at the heart of everything we do. About the role: The Associate Director of Procurement Capital Projects will join our Finance directorate where you will lead on tenders for key University wide estates projects, always ensuring compliance and good governance.  Utilising your expertise, you will ensure that the University maximises the value for money from all procurement activities, complies with its internal governance requirements and relevant legislation whilst balancing the demands of service delivery in a dynamic, and fast paced environment. The postholder will provide expert strategic advice to the University on all procurement and supply chain matters, the achievement of financial savings and value for money for the goods/services the Estates and Facilities directorate procures.  About you:  To be successful in this role, we are looking for candidates to have the following skills and experience: Essential criteria Tendering, request for proposal and contracting procedures. Legislation applicable to the procurement of a wide range of construction and FM Contracts and associated supplies contracts. Contract and Supplier Relationship Management Understanding of construction industry standard forms of contract and working knowledge of RIBA plans of work, JCT and NEC.  Administration of Request for Proposal/Tendering/Evaluation and contract award procedures (including detailed contract negotiation) in the Estates and related industries environment. Contract, contractor and supplier relationship management, including the development and application of Service Level Agreements/Key Performance Indicators either as part of formal contracts or as informal arrangements. Working in a team environment. Working in a collaborative approach with other University departments and representatives of external organisations as part of a project team.Contract, contractor and supplier relationship management, including the development and application of Service Level Agreements/Key Performance Indicators either as part of formal contracts or as informal arrangements. Ability to prioritise workload and work on own initiative Self motivated but also able to work as part of a highly motivated team and in particular with (and as part of) the Estates & Facilities projects team. Desirable criteria Degree in an appropriate discipline is desirable. Corporate Membership of CIPS 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. Grade and Salary: £65,091 - £76,691 per annum, inclusive of London Weighting Allowance Job ID: 133286 Close Date: 05-Jan-2026 Contact Person: Howard Wilson / Selina Lofting Contact Details: Howard.wilson@kcl.ac.uk / Selina.lofting@kcl.ac.uk

Ref.: 533927 Work type: Full-time Department: Faculty of Arts (04000) Categories: Senior Research Staff & Post-doctoral Fellow Research Assistant Professor in the Faculty of Arts (Ref. 533927) The Museum Studies Programme in the Faculty of Arts is seeking a Research Assistant Professor to work on a project titled “Scientific Analysis of Chinese Painting,” in collaboration with the Hong Kong Museum of Art (HKMoA) and the Laboratory for Conservation and Science at HKU’s University Museum and Art Gallery (LCSD), to commence in January 2026, or as soon as possible thereafter, for a period of three years. The appointee will conduct their analytical work in the Laboratory for Conservation and Science at HKU’s University Museum and Art Gallery, as well as at the Conservation Office of the LCSD, on Chinese paintings from the HKMoA collection. This Fellowship aims to support research into the development of material techniques and practices in Chinese painting, including ink, pigments, seals, supports, and mounting methods. The primary duties of the appointee will include the following: Perform scientific research: (a) to characterize materials, structures and components of Chinese paintings; (b) to broaden ways of studying these artworks, and (c) to synthesize scientific findings to address art historical questions and preservation challenges. Use advanced imaging technologies and scientific methods to uncover regional and historical differences in artistic practices and their broader significance for art history and conservation science. Publish scientific research in cultural heritage science and technical art history in excellent scholarly venues. Maintain working relationships with curators and conservators at HKMoA/LCSD, as well as with HKU’s faculty and technical staff, to foster collaborative research projects and publications focused on cultural heritage science. This may include overseeing efforts to engage selected students with the field of conservation. Work with the Principal Investigator of the Laboratory for Conservation and Science and the Head of Conservation at LCSD to foster understanding and assimilation of results and approaches of scientific research in the arts among curators, conservators, university professors and their students, administrators, other staff, the general public, and other HKU and HKMoA/LCSD stakeholders. Teach not less than one and up to two courses per year, and offer one workshop on the analysis of Chinese paintings. Travel to attend conferences, present papers, and share research with colleagues in Hong Kong, China, and internationally. The appointee will lead at least one trip during the fellowship with selected students to world-leading museums and/or conservation labs for overseas learning and training purposes. Perform any other duties as directed by the Dean of Arts or the Director of the Museum Studies Programme or the PI. Applicants must have a PhD degree in Chemistry, Material Science and Engineering, Physics, or related disciplines, or in Conservation/Heritage/Archaeological Science prior to the start of the fellowship. The degree must have been obtained within the last three years. Applicants should also be familiar with relevant scientific instrumentation such as infrared and ultraviolet/visible spectroscopy, optical microscopy, and X-ray fluorescence as well as data science skills. A strong interest in art conservation and art history, in particular, Chinese painting art history is required and previous experience in art-related research is desirable. The appointee will also be affiliated with HKU’s Society of Fellows in the Humanities (SoF). A highly competitive package including medical benefits, annual leave, and conference and research support will be offered to the successful applicants. At current rates, salaries tax does not exceed 15% of gross income. Applicants should apply online through the University’s careers website (https://jobs.hku.hk) and upload an up-to-date CV, cover letter, up to three recent peer-reviewed publications in PDFs, along with 2 letters of recommendation (academic or professional). Review of applications will commence from January 15, 2026 and continue until February 28, 2026 or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier. Only shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview. The University is committed to diversity and inclusivity. The Faculty of Arts expressly encourages qualified persons from all genders to apply.