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United Kingdom, Newcastle upon Tyne

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Accounting and Financial Management Department at Northumbria University is seeking to appoint an outstanding candidate to join its Accounting Subject as an Associate Professor of Accounting. The role-holder will be expected to demonstrate continuing academic attainment and achievement and provide academic leadership (of their subject and associated colleagues), through contribution to their discipline and to the communal life and work of their Faculty and the wider University. This will involve undertaking a specific management portfolio within the Department and, more generally, the Faculty. Beyond the discipline and University, the successful candidate will work to bring significant change within practice, profession and/or community at regional, national and international level. In addition, the successful candidate will contribute to delivering the Faculty’s strategic priorities, which include the integration of high quality research, excellent teaching, and the provision and inclusiveness of leadership on a range of diverse portfolios within an academic context.

The role holder will lead and contribute to research activities, increasing the level of inclusiveness in the subject and the department and delivering appropriate research outputs, income generation and impact as agreed by the department's Research leadership team.  We are interested in hearing from candidates from all areas of accounting, particularly from those who can demonstrate expertise in financial accounting, auditing, taxation and management accounting; an outstanding profile and a robust research agenda and evidence of previous research funding success are also essential. In addition, the role-holder will assist the Head of Department and the Faculty Pro Vice-Chancellor to maintain, enhance and improve the University’s national and international reputation in their academic field.

If you would like to discuss this position in more details please contact Professor Ignazio Cabras, Head of Department (ignazio.cabras@northumbria.ac.uk) and Professor Karim Sorour (karim.sorour@northumbria.ac.uk)

Further information is available in the Associate Professor person specification.

We welcome applications from the UK and across the world. Visit our web pages for details about Relocation Assistance.

This opportunity is open to applications from internal candidates who do not hold a current substantive academic role at Northumbria. Current academic colleagues with a substantive role are encouraged to consider options to progress via the Academic Development Review process.

To apply for this vacancy please click 'Apply Now'.  Your application should include a covering letter and a CV.  Please ensure your CV includes research / education statements, and grants and publications list highlighting your highest quality research outputs up to a maximum of four.  For your most recent grants please include the grant title, funder reference, funder, amount, and your role.  In addition, you are asked to provide copies of the top two research outputs (Journal / book chapter / practice-based portfolio).


Northumbria University, Newcastle

United Kingdom, Southampton

The University of Southampton’s iSolutions Administration Team is seeking someone passionate about delivering excellent customer experiences and helping others. The ideal candidate should enjoy working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, solving problems, and be a good communicator with empathy and patience.

About the Role

Joining the iSolutions directorate at the University of Southampton offers an exciting opportunity. In this role, you will work within the Administration team to provide high-quality, flexible administrative services to both internal and external customers. The position is fast-paced and varied, with each day presenting new challenges.

What you’ll do


	Provide diverse and flexible administrative support to iSolutions and its Senior Leadership team as needed.
	Manage and organise events, including booking venues, liaising with appropriate key stakeholder groups, and managing hospitality and visitor arrangements.
	Maintain internal databases, directories, and data.
	Book travel arrangements, conferences, or training for iSolutions staff
	Regularly review and improve internal administrative procedures and processes to ensure they are efficient and fit for purpose, implementing agreed changes as needed.
	Provide confidential administrative services, including diary coordination, meeting arrangements, minute-taking, addressing enquiries, and drafting and issuing documentation, while attending meetings as needed.
	Administer Business World financial processes and support management with budget monitoring processes.
	Manage internal recharging processes in consultation with the Finance Business Partner.
	Process invoices and orders, raise requisitions, liaise with Finance, and work within financial regulations.
	Manage HR processes and procedures with the HR Business Partner to ensure compliance with University or Departmental policies and systems, maintaining accurate records as appropriate.
	Provision of initial guidance on HR processes and queries to managers and staff
	Monitoring and tracking of probation and appraisal processes
	Administer Staff Achievement Awards, Long Service Awards and other similar activities
	Manage office supplies and equipment, anticipating requirements for new staff, including stationery, keys, furniture, telephony, passes etc.


What you’ll bring


	Able to plan and prioritise a range of standard and non-standard work activities and effectively meet deadlines.
	Financial administration/budget monitoring experience
	The integrity required to work with both commercially sensitive and personally identifiable information.
	Able to deal with sensitive information confidentially.
	Ability to prepare and present written and/or verbal information clearly and concisely to students and staff.


The University of Southampton is a research-driven institution, home to some of the world’s leading minds, expanding our knowledge and passing it on to future generations. iSolutions is the University’s IT support service, and its 280+ staff members support the delivery of the University’s research and education activities as well as the usual business operations. We would love you to join us and help change the world for the better.i

The University of Southampton promotes a healthy work-life balance with a generous holiday allowance (20+ days), a defined benefit pension, flexible working hours, generous parental leave, and childcare provisions. For more information on our benefits, please visit our human resources pages.


University of Southampton

United Kingdom, Birmingham

Salary: £26,444 - 28,759 per annum
Contractual hours: 37
Basis: Full Time
Package: Full details can be found here - https://www.ucb.ac.uk/about-us/work-for-us/rewards-and-benefits/
Job category/type: Administration, Health
Job reference: REQ000145
Attachments: Placement Administrator (Health) - JDPS - Sept 24.pdf

Job description

University College Birmingham are recruiting for a highly skilled Placement Administrator to join the Department of Health. You will join the school at an exciting time as it continues to grow and develop new courses and expand existing offerings.

As Placement Administrator you will join an innovative team in the organisation, administration and coordination of placements for our students undertaking Nursing, Physiotherapy and other regulated programmes. You will have previous experience of administrative work in a Healthcare setting, and excellent IT skills. Full training on specific UCB systems will be provided.

University College Birmingham strongly encourages its staff to engage in continuous professional development to maintain skills and standards. Full support will be provided to the post-holder in respect of professional updating.

Standard Information

UCB is an equal opportunities employer.

University College Birmingham is proud to have been voted 5th in the Post Graduate Education category in the prestigious 2024 Whatuni Student Choice Awards. The awards are voted for and by students showcasing the incredible relationships we foster here at University College Birmingham between Staff and Students. We are TEF rated Silver, with a Good Ofsted rating.

University College Birmingham has a unique collaborative partnership with the University of Warwick - Ranked ninth in the 2024 Guardian League Tables and 67th in the World QS University Rankings 2024

You may need to obtain permission to work in the UK if you don’t already have the unrestricted right to work in any role. There are various types of visa which include the right to work. You can check if you need a UK visa using the Government’s online tool and find information about UK visa routes and the eligibility criteria that must be met for each route Work in the UK - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk). All staff are required to prove their right to work in the UK before they start work.

All applicants for employment at the University will be expected to undertake an Enhanced Check with the Disclosure and Barring Service prior to commencement.

All applicants for employment at the University will be expected to demonstrate an understanding of the principles of Safeguarding and the PREVENT agenda in the context of further and higher education.


University College Birmingham

Finland

Aalto University is where science and art meet technology and business. We shape a sustainable future by making research breakthroughs in and across our disciplines, sparking the game changers of tomorrow and creating novel solutions to major global challenges. Our community is made up of 13 000 students, 400 professors and close to 4 500 other faculty and staff working on our dynamic campus in Espoo, Greater Helsinki, Finland. Diversity is part of who we are, and we actively work to ensure our community’s diversity and inclusiveness. This is why we warmly encourage qualified candidates from all backgrounds to join our community.

At the Department of Applied Physics, our pioneering research in physical sciences creates important industrial applications that hold great technological potential. Our research focuses on Materials physics, Quantum technology, Soft & living matter, and Advanced energy solutions. Topics extend from fundamental research to important applications. We educate future generations of research and development professionals, data specialists, technology experts, inventors, and scientists for industry and society.

The Department of Applied Physics is now looking for a

Postdoctoral Researcher in Optics and Photonics

We are looking for an outstanding postdoc to join the Optics and Photonics group for theoretical and experimental research on nanophotonics. The research will be focused on the development of novel approaches to design, create, and investigate photonic metasurfaces that efficiently trap light and enhance nonlinear optical phenomena. The position is fully funded by the Research Council of Finland and involves collaboration with researchers from the Department of Electronics and Nanoengineering at Aalto University, as well as international collaboration with a research team from the Netherlands.

This is an anonymous recruitment. We want to increase our diversity at Aalto University, learn to understand unconscious biases, and make objective hiring decisions. Please read more about the recruitment process in the end of this ad.

Your role and goals

In this position, you will act as a researcher working on design and characterization of nonlinear metasurfaces supporting resonant optical modes known as photonic bound states in the continuum. The design will be based on numerical modelling methods. The samples will be fabricated using the cleanroom facilities of Aalto University and investigated by nonlinear optical methods using the equipment of the Optics and Photonics group.

As a member of the group, you will:


	use your knowledge and experience to achieve scientific breakthroughs in research on nonlinear metasurfaces and bound states in the continuum,
	advance the field by overcoming existing challenges and developing new scientific ideas,
	support research activities of other group members,
	write and publish high-impact articles,
	collaborate with other research groups, including participation in international research visits.


​Your experience and ambitions

Minimal requirements for the candidate are:


	doctoral degree in physics, photonics, materials science, or another relevant field,
	excellent scientific writing skills evidenced by publications in peer-reviewed journals,
	high level of understanding of principles of optics and photonics, especially related to nonlinear optics at the nanoscale and optical properties of periodic structures,
	familiarity with the relevant theoretical and experimental methods, such as numerical simulations and optical microscopy.
	excellent command of English; Finnish language is not required.


​Preference will be given to candidates with hands-on experience in conducting nonlinear optical experiments using ultrashort laser pulses and previous contributions to research on nonlinear metasurfaces and photonic bound states in the continuum.

What we offer

Aalto University follows the salary system of Finnish universities. The salary of a postdoc is in the range 4020 € - 4420 €/month (gross), depending on experience. The contract will be made initially for one year, with a possibility of extension. We expect the selected candidate to start the work in January 2025 or soon after. The annual workload of research and teaching staff at Aalto University is currently 1612 hours. The contract includes Aalto University occupational healthcare.

Our vast array of professional development opportunities means you will grow and learn, having the chance to participate actively in staff trainings and development projects based on your interests and needs. There is great freedom in your role, and we have a flexible modern working culture. We value work-life balance and well-being in all aspects of life.

We work in a hybrid way, and the primary workplace is Otaniemi, Espoo. The Otaniemi campus is a thriving and connected community of 100 nationalities, 13,000 students and 4,500 employees. Life at the campus is vibrant and filled with amazing architecture, calming nature, and a variety of cafes, restaurants, services, and good connections.

Join us!

To apply for the position, please submit your application through our online recruitment system by using the link on Aalto University’s web page ("Apply Now”). The deadline for applications is October 30, 2024. Please submit your application including the attachments mentioned below as a single PDF document in English:


	CV,
	PhD diploma,
	list of publications,
	contact details of at least three referees.


​In this anonymous recruitment, we make the first evaluation of the candidates anonymously; we are only interested to know your merits that make you a great fit for this role. This means, we will not see your personal details (such as name, gender, nationality, and age in the attachments) and we invite candidates for the interviews only based on their background, competences, and motivation seen in the answers to the online questionnaire.

Please fill out the application form with your full work experience and education background. In the open questions, focus on your skills, competences, and motivation towards the position at Aalto. In the application form, we ask personal details, such as name, age, nationality and gender and we also ask you to upload the following documents as a single PDF file: CV, PhD diploma, list of publications, and contact details of at least three referees. This personal information and documents are not visible for the recruiters in the first screening and will not be used for evaluation. The identity will be revealed when we invite the candidates to the interviews. When the identity is revealed, the attachments become visible for the recruiters.

If you are already an Aalto employee, please apply via internal Workday system (Internal Jobs) by using your existing Workday user account. Please make sure you include your work history and education, since internal candidates are also under anonymous screening to ensure equal treatment. Aalto University’s students and visitors should apply as external candidates with personal (not Aalto) email.

For additional information, kindly contact the HR Advisor Hanna Multisilta (hanna.multisilta@aalto.fi), who will forward your questions to the Principal Investigator. Aalto University reserves the right for justified reasons to leave the position open, extend the application period, reopen the application process, and consider candidates who have not submitted applications during the application period.

Want to know more about us and your future colleagues? You can watch these videos: Aalto University – Towards a better world, Aalto People , and Shaping a Sustainable Future. Read more about working at Aalto: Careers at Aalto | Aalto University

Check out our new virtual campus experience: Aalto University – virtual campus tour

 About Finland

Finland is a great place for living with or without family – it is a safe, politically stable, and well-organized Nordic society. Finland is consistently ranked high in quality of life and was just listed again as the happiest country in the world:  https://worldhappiness.report/news/its-a-three-peat-finland-keeps-top-spot-as-happiest-country-in-world/. For more information about living in Finland: Living in Finland | Aalto University and For international staff | Aalto University

More about Aalto University:

Aalto.fi
youtube.com/user/aaltouniversity
linkedin.com/school/aalto-university/
www.facebook.com/aaltouniversity
instagram.com/aaltouniversity
twitter.com/aaltouniversity


Aalto University

United Kingdom, Rochester

Agriculture, Health and Environment

Location: Medway Campus
Salary: £30,487 to £36,024 per annum
Contract Type: Permanent
Closing Date: Friday 11 October 2024
Interview Date: To be confirmed
Reference: 4668-E

The Natural Resources Institute (NRI – https://www.nri.org/) of the University of Greenwich carries out specialised research, teaching, training and consultancy with a focus on food, agriculture, environment and sustainable livelihoods. NRI’s work is globally respected and has won many awards including a recent Queen’s Anniversary Prize for Further and Higher Education. The Institute is located at the University’s vibrant Medway Campus in Chatham Maritime, Kent.

NRI performs extensive research in Agronomy, Chemical Ecology, Entomology, Molecular Biology, Pest Behaviour, Plant Pathology, Vector Borne Disease and Weed Biology. This work takes place in the Agriculture, Health and Environment Department (AHED, https://www.nri.org/about/organisation-and-people/agriculture-health-and-environment-department).

NRI is looking to appoint a Laboratory Technical Coordinator to support and contribute to research projects, as well as NRI’s activities related in these areas. It is anticipated that the successful candidate will coordinate space availability and maintain the laboratories, controlled environments, and greenhouse facilities in compliance with ISO 9001:2015, industry standards and quarantine regulations. The role will also provide technical support whilst adhering to correct procedures and ensuring a safe working environment. Working as part of a small team, the post holder will facilitate the successful delivery of research projects and laboratory and field teaching activities.

Strong team leadership skills, a proven track record in project management, physically able to do heavy lifting and excellent communication abilities are essential. If you are a strategic thinker passionate about agriculture, and ready to take your career to the next level, we encourage you to apply for this challenging and rewarding position.

The successful candidate may have experience of teaching in a higher education environment, some experience of working in the agricultural sector and a track record in relevant research and/or enterprise activities. You will be supported from both the Head of Department and Laboratory and Technical Lead.

For an informal discussion about the post please contact Richard Hopkins (r.j.hopkins@greenwich.ac.uk) or Francois Duvenage (f.duvenage@greenwich.ac.uk)

Should you have any queries please contact the People Directorate Team on: peopleoperationsfes@greenwich.ac.uk

We operate a hybrid working policy, as set out in the University’s Working Principles and Guidelines.

Further details of the fantastic benefits and what we offer can be found here: Our benefits - what we offer | Jobs and careers | University of Greenwich and information on the university’s working principles: Working Principles and Guidelines | Documents | University of Greenwich

To apply, please visit the University of Greenwich vacancies page and complete all details, including the supporting statements (please note attached CVs and personal statements will not be seen by the recruitment panel at the application stage). Current Vacancies - Jobs at Greenwich

Employment Visa: Under the UK Government Points Based System scheme this role does not meet the criteria to be sponsored for a Skilled Worker Route application.

We are looking for people who can help us achieve our Strategic Plan, through the values we expect for our whole university community, of being Inclusive, Collaborative and Impactful.

Academic Career Pathways

The university welcomes people from diverse and underrepresented communities who can help the university to achieve its mission.

We do this through taking positive action such as encouraging applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic, disabled and LGBT+ people. As part of our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion, Time to Change Employer Pledge/Mentally Healthy Universities, we are committed to promoting and supporting the physical and mental health of all our staff, and removing barriers to improve inclusion.

We encourage applicants to disclose experience of mental health problems so we can support them fully during our recruitment process and make any necessary reasonable adjustments. Any information disclosed will be kept confidential and separate from the job application form.

We are making significant strides to understand and continuously improve our employees’ experience and we are committed to implementing progressive diversity talent management.


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