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About the University of Florida

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The University of Florida can trace its origins back to the very start of publicly funded higher education in the state. In 1853, shortly after Governor Thomas Brown passed a bill offering financial support, a man called Gilbert Kingsbury opened the East Florida Seminary. This eventually merged with the former Florida Agricultural College, the St Petersburg Normal and Industrial School and the South Florida Military College in 1905 to become the new University of the State of Florida. The relevant legislation was known as the Buckman Act and its originator, Henry Holland Buckman, is honoured in the university’s Buckman Hall.   

Major developments soon followed. In 1906, the Florida Museum of Natural History was incorporated into UF. As well as being invaluable for teaching and research, this represented a commitment to the study of biological diversity still significant almost a century later in 2000, when the McGuire Center for Lepidoptera and Biodiversity was established as one of the largest collections of butterflies and moths in the world. In 1909, president Albert Murphree reorganised the separate colleges under a single mission and greatly expanded the size of the institution, with an annual intake rising from 200 to over 2,000.

Major developments in the 20th century include the creation of the Colleges of Medicine and Nursing in 1956 and a teaching hospital two years later. By building on these, UF is now the only university in the country which incorporates six different healthcare colleges on a single campus. A different landmark was reached in 1968, when the first ever “Gator” took part in the Olympics.

Since the millennium, the university has remained at the forefront of research in many areas, often through high-profile international collaborations. In 2002, it led a consortium of seven universities which secured a $15 million grant from NASA to carry out space research. From 2008, a partnership with Zhejiang University in China worked on sustainable energy. In 2012, over 30 UF physicists, postdocs and students played a leading part in the team whose experiments at the Large Hadron Collider established that the elusive Higgs boson really existed. The university continues to work with Spain on the world’s largest single-aperture optical telescope.

In 2014, the total number of students who had graduated from UF reached half a million. Notable alumni include actress Faye Dunaway, astronaut Kevin Ford and senior senator of Florida Marco Rubio.

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56 F : 44 M (1)
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10% (1)
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Students per staff
15.5 (1)
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47815 (1)

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Web Developer (Digital Education)

KINGS COLLEGE LONDON

King's College London

United Kingdom, London

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King's College London

United Kingdom, London


About you  ​​This role sits within King’s Digital, an innovative and collaborative team driving the development of online education at King’s College London. In partnership with academics, professional services, and external collaborators, King’s Digital designs, develops, and delivers a diverse range of educational programmes aligned with the university’s Education Strategy.  ​Although based within King’s Digital, the role works in close collaboration with the Digital Education directorate in IT. This directorate plays a key role in advancing the university’s digital education ambitions, with a focus on core systems, innovation, digital skills, and agile delivery.  ​Through this partnership, you’ll contribute directly to the enhancement of the platforms and environments that support online and blended learning across King’s College London. At the same time, you’ll benefit from being part of a creative and experienced team of developers within King’s Digital, working to make Moodle more usable and functional for staff and students. ​The role is primarily based at King’s Waterloo campus (James Clerk Maxwell Building), with flexibility to work remotely as part of King’s hybrid working model.  About the role  This role sits within the Web Development team in King’s Digital and works in close collaboration with the Digital Education directorate to enhance the platforms and environments that shape the learning experience at King’s College London. The role is focused on improving the virtual learning environment that supports our online and blended courses, ensuring it meets the evolving needs of students and educators alike.  Working in collaboration with other team members, you will work on developing our learning environment according to UX hand-off and accessibility requirements. You will also write clear, concise documentation to support its use and provide technical and process support to those using our functionality, including the wider university community. With both excellent technical and communication skills, you will support our team to build the best possible e-learning product for our students.  Key Responsibilities: Develop, customise, and maintain King’s Virtual Learning Environment (VLE) and other Digital Education tools, following the briefs provided by our UX team  Develop clever and efficient solutions to technological problems, including exploring ideas for innovative project solutions leveraging tech effectively (eg APIs and querying, effective selection and use of frameworks)  Develop custom Moodle child themes using SCSS pipeline, and JavaScript modules. Ensure the quality of our product and code through proactive thinking and vigorous testing, as well as iterative improvement  Optimise Moodle performance, accessibility, and front-end behaviours. Engage with open-source development projects and represent King’s College London, as well as King’s Digital and Digital Education in the communities around them Conduct regular testing and optimisation to ensure platform stability, scalability and security. Write clear, maintainable documentation and provide technical support to educators and content editors. Help encourage a culture where accessibility and tech sustainability are embedded into all parts of development  The above list of responsibilities may not be exhaustive, and the post holder will be required to undertake such tasks and responsibilities as may reasonably be expected within the scope and grading of the post.  This is a full time role, and you will be offered a fixed term contract for 2yrs. About you To be successful in this role, we are looking for candidates to have the following skills and experience: Essential criteria Proven experience in Moodle development including custom themes, plugins, APIs configuration and translating UX/UI designs into Moodle compatible front-end components Strong front end development skills including HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, Frontend frameworks (i.e. Bootstrap), and preprocessors (i.e. SASS) Strong PHP development skills and familiarity with object-oriented programming principles and Moodle’s backend structure. Comfortable working with Database Structure (e.g. MySQL) Experience using distributed version control systems such as GIT Understanding of accessibility, usability, and responsive design standards and testing Excellent communication and collaboration skills including the ability to write clear documentation for non-technical stakeholders, work effectively in Agile teams (ADO, Jira), and contribute constructively to group outcomes. Demonstrate commitment to inclusive practice, strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail and an interest in online and technology enhanced education. Desirable criteria Experience integrating Moodle with external systems (e.g. REST APIs, LTI, SSO). Familiarity with Moodle Dev Tools, automated testing, or CI/CD pipelines. Experience contributing to open-source projects or Moodle community plugins. Knowledge of UX principles and collaboration with designer. Experience with cloud-based hosting (AWS, Azure) or Linux server management. Please do not submit a cover letter. Instead, please provide your supporting statement as a bullet point summary of how your experience demonstrates your experience or knowledge of each criteria listed in the Job Description for the role. 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. Please note that we reserve the right to close applications early. 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 9th February 2026. Grade and Salary: £45,031 - £52,514 per annum, including London Weighting Allowance. Job ID: 133065 Close Date: 26-Jan-2026 Contact Person: Muhammad Ali Contact Details: muhammad.6.ali@kcl.ac.uk

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£45,031 - £52,514 per annum, including London Weighting Allowance.

Posted

6 Jan 2026

Academic Registry - Deputy Registrar

Beijing Normal-Hong Kong Baptist University (BNBU)

Beijing Normal University - Hong Kong Baptist University United International College

China, Qianshan/Zhuhai

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Beijing Normal University - Hong Kong Baptist University United International College

China, Qianshan/Zhuhai


The Deputy Registrar is a pivotal leadership role within the Academic Registrar, responsible for driving the strategic vision and operational excellence of the University’s academic administration. As the senior position in the Academic Registrar, this role is integral to ensuring the effective management of academic records, compliance with regulatory frameworks, and the continuous enhancement of administrative processes to support the University’s mission of delivering world-class education and fostering academic excellence. Key Responsibilities The ideal candidate will bring a proven track record of strategic leadership in academic administration, a deep understanding of higher education systems, and a commitment to innovation and operational excellence. Provide visionary leadership for the Academic Registrar, ensuring its operations align with the University’s strategic goals and long-term priorities. Oversee the complete lifecycle of academic administration, including admissions, enrollment, registration, academic progression, and graduation, ensuring seamless support for students and faculty. Lead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of academic policies, procedures, and systems to meet evolving institutional needs and international best practices. Ensure full compliance with local and international regulations, accreditation standards, and institutional policies, with a deep understanding of Hong Kong’s higher education landscape. Partner with academic leadership, Faculties/Schools, and senior management to optimize course scheduling, curriculum management, and academic program development in alignment with the University’s strategic objectives. Oversee the implementation and management of advanced student information systems, ensuring data integrity, security, and the availability of actionable insights to support evidence-based decision-making. Serve as a key representative of the University, fostering strong relationships with government agencies, accreditation bodies, partner institutions, and other external stakeholders to enhance institutional reputation and influence. Qualifications Master’s degree or higher in a relevant field. At least 10 years of progressive experience in academic administration, preferably in a Sino-foreign joint university or an international higher education institution, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role. Strong knowledge of higher education policies and regulations. Excellent leadership, organizational, and communication skills. Proficiency in English (required); Mandarin Chinese is highly desirable. Experience working in an international or cross-cultural environment is an advantage. Closing Date: Open until filled Application Procedures *Please complete the job application form and upload the requested documents online https://hrapp.bnbu.edu.cn/recruit/job/vacancy/JobDetail/1202. All information provided will be treated in strictest confidence. *If you failed to submit your application online, please send your application by emailing to recruit@bnbu.edu.cn. Applications should include a curriculum vitae and a completed "Job Application Form" which can be downloaded from https://hro.bnbu.edu.cn/Job_Opportunities_/Application_Procedure.htm. Please indicate the position being applied for, including the field of expertise, level and reference number. The University reserves the right not to fill these positions, or to extend the search until suitable candidates are identified or to make an appointment by invitation. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse environment.

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salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience

Posted

6 Jan 2026

Learning Technology Support Officer

KINGS COLLEGE LONDON

King's College London

United Kingdom, London

institution

King's College London

United Kingdom, London


About us  King’s College London is a world-leading university dedicated to delivering excellence in education and research. The Faculty of Dentistry, Oral & Craniofacial Sciences is internationally renowned for its innovative teaching and cutting-edge research. Our iTEL Hub supports the integration of digital education and technology-enhanced learning (TEL) across the faculty and collaborates with the Florence Nightingale Faculty of Nursing, Midwifery & Palliative Care to deliver outstanding digital learning experiences.  About the role  We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Learning Technology Support Officer (Grade 5) to join our iTEL Hub team. This role provides essential operational and administrative support for TEL systems and services, including first-line Virtual Learning Environment (Moodle) support, scheduling and managing learning resources rollover activities, coordinating digital education and teaching training events, and maintaining accurate documentation. The postholder will assist in producing and supporting digital learning solutions, contribute to content development, and help deliver TEL projects. They will also provide guidance and training on the use of digital technologies, ensuring compliance with data protection, accessibility, and copyright standards. Working closely with the iTEL Hub team, academic staff, and professional services colleagues, the LTSO plays a key role in enabling online, blended, and distance learning programmes. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong organisational skills who is considering a career in educational technology or digital education. At King’s, we believe that the diversity of our community and a culture that is welcoming, open, inclusive and collaborative, are great strengths of the university. The Equality Act of 2010 protects the rights of our students and staff and provides a framework to fulfil our duties to eliminate unlawful discrimination, harassment and victimisation and in addition, to advance equality of opportunity and foster good relations between those who share a protected characteristic and those who do not. At times, this will include balancing rights and beliefs that can feel in tension. We are committed to free speech and to academic freedom, believing that our foundational purpose as a university, is to create spaces where a wide range of ideas, including ideas that are controversial, can be discussed and debated, and where members of our community can express lawful views without fear of intimidation, harassment or discrimination. When engaging in the robust exchange of ideas, we ask that our community is mindful of our Dignity at King’s guidance. This is a full time (35 hours per week), and you will be offered an indefinite contract About you To be successful in this role, we are looking for candidates to have the following skills and experience: Essential criteria Degree-level qualification or equivalent experience Efficiency in handling e-learning support queries Some experience providing administrative support in an education context Proficiency in MS Office 365 applications and ICT skills (file conversion, transcript editing, proof-reading) Ability to work independently and on own initiative to fulfill general administrative responsibilities Ability to prepare reports and present data clearly Dynamic and dependable team player contributing to project outputs Some knowledge of developing interactive digital learning resources Desirable criteria Experience in e-learning/educational technology with understanding of HE context Skills in developing educational resources and supporting TEL projects Experience using technologies such as Moodle and web conferencing tools (MSTeams)  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. Grade and Salary: £39,076 – £43,909 including London Allowance Job ID: 134865 Close Date: 18-Jan-2026 Contact Person: Jonathan Diego Contact Details: jonathan.p.san_diego@kcl.ac.uk

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£39,076 – £43,909 including London Allowance

Posted

5 Jan 2026

Research Assistant Working Collaboratively with the Homeless Sector

UNIVERSITY OF SURREY

University of Surrey

United Kingdom, Guildford

institution

University of Surrey

United Kingdom, Guildford


The clinical psychology programme team is looking to employ a full time Research Assistant from March 2026 to September 2027 to support the development of our work within the Homeless sector. This post is crucial to the programme being able to build the evidence of the impact of providing training placements for clinical psychologists within the sector.  Until very recently there was limited training opportunities to work in this sector owing to the barriers of supervision and placement expectations. Over the last two year we have piloted a new approach which NHSE have supported. They have provided further financial commitment for to enable us to extend the project and explore how best to evaluate the direct and indirect benefits of the project. This post would particularly suit those with an aspiration to become a clinical psychologist and will provide an opportunity to work with a team of applied psychologists, homeless sector partners as well as trainees who respect and value one another, are advocates for lived experience, lifelong learning, and who embrace change. About you Applicants will typically need to have a master’s degree in psychology or a relevant field and will be confident in the use of quantitative and qualitative research methodologies as well as how to undertake evaluations. They will have self-assurance in their written and oral communication skills so that they are able to engage in sensitive topics of conversations. The profession of clinical psychology currently attracts fewer individuals from minority groups into training. These posts will play a central role in helping us to understand how the profession can help address psychological and physical health inequalities in this sector, so we are seeking someone who wishes to contribute to this and be part of a cultural change. We particularly encourage applications from those who identify as belonging to Black, Asian or other minoritized ethnic groups as these groups are underrepresented both in the programme team and the wider profession of clinical psychology. What we can offer Our benefits package includes generous annual leave and childcare assistance. A flexible working pattern is possible. We also offer an exclusive discounted membership package to all our staff for the Surrey Sport Park. Additionally, you will benefit from collegiate support, University resources and partnership working with regional colleagues. The campus provides a pleasant working environment with close links to road and rail transport. The School and Faculty The clinical psychology programme is based within the School of Psychology, within the Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences (FHMS). The faculty is a leading provider of undergraduate and postgraduate healthcare education, research and consultancy. It has extensive links with local health care providers and is based in a modern, purpose built, state-of-the-art teaching facility on the University of Surrey campus in Guildford. Further information about the University and the School of Psychology can be found at https://www.surrey.ac.uk/school-psychology  Further Information For an informal discussion please contact Jane Iles, Programme Director via j.iles@surrey.ac.uk or Warren Matofsky, Senior Lecturer via w.matofsky@surrey.ac.uk If you would like more general information about the School or this project please contact Mary John, Head of Department of Psychological Interventions via m.john@surrey.ac.uk To apply please submit your CV and cover letter via the University website. The University of Surrey is committed to providing an inclusive environment that offers equal opportunities for all. We place great value on diversity and are seeking to increase the diversity within our community. Further details Job Description

Salary

£34,610 to £36,636 per annum

Posted

5 Jan 2026

Cleaning Supervisor

KINGS COLLEGE LONDON

King's College London

United Kingdom, London

institution

King's College London

United Kingdom, London


About the role We are seeking proactive and dedicated Cleaning Supervisors to lead our cleaning workforce and ensure the highest standards of cleanliness across our world-class university. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in delivering service excellence and maintaining a safe, welcoming environment for students, staff, and visitors. Key Responsibilities Supervise all aspects of the daily cleaning operation across designated areas. Ensure cleaning services are delivered safely and in line with college and departmental standards. Help lead and motivate the cleaning team, fostering a collaborative and respectful working environment aligned with King’s values and Fit for Kings behaviours. Provide hands-on support when required, demonstrating best practice and setting clear standards for the team. Monitor performance, conduct inspections, and address any issues promptly to maintain service quality. Liaise with management and other departments to ensure smooth operations and continuous improvement. Positions available are as follows: 14:00 to 22:00 Monday to Friday 18:00 to 22:00 Monday to Friday 05:00 to 16:00 4 days on 4 days Off rota (weekends included) You will be offered an indefinite contract. About You: To be successful in this role, we are looking for candidates to have the following skills and experience: Essential criteria A good understanding of what is required to be an effective supervisor. Good English language communication skills, including the ability to understand and respond to instructions both written and verbal Good customer service skills with an understanding of customer expectations and how these can be met Supervisory experience. Good cleaning experience with both equipment and machinery  Ability to work calmly and efficiently under pressure Good teamwork skills. Confident in delivering training sessions to the team. Good understanding of safe working practices including COSHH and colour coding Desirable criteria BICs Licence to practice Cleaning related qualifications First aid Spanish speaker Good understanding of auditing and different methods of cleaning. Full details of the role and the skills and experience required, can be found in the attached job description which provided on the next page. 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. 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 review your application, please take a look at our ‘How we Recruit’ pages. Grade and Salary: £30,929 - £33,903 per annum inclusive of London Weighting Job ID: 133726 Close Date: 11-Jan-2026 Contact Person: Amy Turner Contact Details: css-recruitment@kcl.ac.uk

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£30,929 - £33,903 per annum inclusive of London Weighting

Posted

5 Jan 2026

Subjects Taught at the University of Florida

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  • Accounting and Finance
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  • Economics and Econometrics

Computer Science

  • Computer Science

Education Studies

  • Education

Engineering

  • Chemical Engineering
  • Civil Engineering
  • Electrical and Electronic Engineering
  • General Engineering
  • Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering

Law

  • Law

Life Sciences

  • Agriculture and Forestry
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  • Sport Science
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Medical and Health

  • Medicine and Dentistry
  • Other Health

Physical Sciences

  • Chemistry
  • Geology, Environmental, Earth and Marine Sciences
  • Mathematics and Statistics
  • Physics and Astronomy

Psychology

  • Psychology

Social Sciences

  • Communication and Media Studies
  • Geography
  • Politics and International Studies
  • Sociology