Plymouth Marjon University

£77,771 - £135,297 per annum (Senior Staff salary scale) Vacancy Number: 456 This is an exceptional senior leadership opportunity to play a defining role in shaping the educational mission and student experience of Cardiff University. As Pro Vice-Chancellor (Education and Student Experience), you will provide University-wide strategic academic leadership for education, learning and the student experience, advancing Cardiff University’s strategy Our Future, Together. You will champion inclusive, innovative and partnership-based approaches to education that enable all students to thrive academically, personally and professionally, and ensure that excellent education is central to the University’s identity as a values-led, research-intensive, and global civic institution. Working as a key member of the University Executive Board, you will lead the development and delivery of education and student experience strategy across the University. You will guide enhancement of curricula, assessment and pedagogic practice, strengthen student partnership, and provide senior academic leadership for quality, standards and regulatory engagement. Through collaboration with students, academic colleagues and professional services, you will drive continuous improvement in student success, wellbeing, inclusion and employability. This role is pivotal to Cardiff University’s ambition to be a sector leader in learning and teaching across Wales, the UK and internationally, and to its commitment to civic impact, sustainability, equity and bilingualism. If you are an inspiring, inclusive and future-focused academic leader with the vision, credibility and influence to shape outstanding education and student experience at scale, we would be delighted to hear from you. The postholder will be appointed for a four-year term as Pro Vice-Chancellor, with the possibility of a further four-year term. The role will be underpinned by a Professorial appointment (depending on Professorial banding) or equivalent senior standing in an academic School within the University. ​Closing date: 5th July 2026. Cardiff University is committed to supporting and promoting equality and diversity and to creating an inclusive working environment. We believe this can be achieved through attracting, developing, and retaining a diverse range of staff from many different backgrounds.  We therefore welcome applicants from all sections of the community regardless of sex, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, trans identity, relationship status, religion or belief, caring responsibilities, or age.  We especially welcome and encourage applications from those under-represented groups within the University workforce, such as those who identify as LGBT+, Ethnic Minority or those with disabilities. In supporting our employees to achieve a balance between their work and their personal lives, we will also consider proposals for flexible working or job share arrangements. Applications may be submitted in Welsh, and an application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

Job Description About VU:  At VU, we aim to be one of the leading impact universities in the world. VU is an impact‑driven university committed to equity, excellence and opportunity. Based in Melbourne’s west and connected globally, we are a values‑led, inclusive workplace where diverse talent is supported to make a real difference. About the Team: Led by Professor David Bishop, the Exercise Prescription Lab (EPL) at Victoria University (VU) has two key research areas: Molecular Biology of Exercise and Exercise as Mitochondrial Medicine. The team combines foundational laboratory research with randomised controlled trials to understand how exercise alters molecular pathways and skeletal muscle adaptations, translating findings into personalised exercise prescriptions that improve fitness and health. With funding from the ARC, NHMRC, and the Australian Defence Force, the Exercise Prescription Lab significantly elevates Victoria University's global standing in exercise science and contributes cutting-edge, evidence-based knowledge with real-world impact on both clinical health and elite human performance. About the Role: The Institute for Health and Sport (IHES) is seeking to recruit a skilled and passionate post-doctoral researcher to investigate the role of lactate as a metabolic signal that can communicate with cells. This ARC-funded project aims to use the latest molecular biology techniques to challenge the long-standing paradigm of lactate as a metabolic ‘poison’ and to discover new biological roles for lactate as a regulator of skeletal muscle adaptations. The Research Fellow will ensure that the project is conducted to the highest standard. The position will be based at IHES facility at Footscray Park campus but may also require travel to other campuses. Position Key Duties  Undertake quality academic research, typically in collaboration with research students and/or research staff. Publish papers, articles and reports in high-impact academic journals, including journals, and conference proceedings. Assist with supervision of research undergraduate/interns, honours, Masters, and PhD students working on individual or group projects.  Prepare and submit external grant applications, and develop external research collaborations and partnerships. Attend conferences, workshops and other professional development activities if deemed relevant by the supervisor.  Position Details Classification: Research level B Salary: $113,221 per annum - $134,499 per annum Employment Type: Fixed term (3 years) Hours per Week: Full-time, 36.75 per week Location: Footscray Park For a detailed overview of the role’s duties and responsibilities, please refer to the Position Description About You:  A PhD in Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, Exercise Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, or a closely related discipline. Demonstrated experience in cell culture techniques relevant to mechanistic molecular biology studies. Experience in sample preparation, quality control, and data validation procedures for: Next-Generation Sequencing  Proteomic analyses  Demonstrated training and experience in bioinformatics, including the analysis, interpretation, and integration of large-scale transcriptomic and proteomic datasets. Please note: The University is a Child Safe organisation. You will be required to hold a current Employee - Working with Children Check (WWCC) or be willing to obtain one prior to commencing employment. Who to Contact? For further information relating to the position, please contact:  Name: David Bishop  Position Title: Professorial Research Fellow Email: David.Bishop@vu.edu.au How to Apply To submit your application please click on the Apply button. Applications must be submitted as a single document comprising: A cover letter  Your curriculum vitae/resume  Your responses addressing all selection criteria located in the position description  Evidence of applicable qualifications, licences and registration Applications will close 10 July 2026 at 5pm. This advert may close earlier should a suitable candidate be identified. Early applications are strongly encouraged. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires for applicants to have full and permanent working rights in Australia. Why Join VU: VU provides competitive salaries, excellent superannuation, and a variety of benefits. University fosters an environment where staff can excel, achieve their goals, and develop their careers. With a focus on diversity, inclusion, and family-friendly policies, VU supports both professional and personal well-being. For more information, please visit our Careers at VU Webpage  Our Commitment: Victoria University is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and socially responsible community. We honour our deep diversity by respecting First Nations perspectives and embedding sustainable approaches to Protecting Country, while championing progressive inclusivity for all—embracing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally and racially marginalised communities, LGBTQIA+ individuals, and people of all ages and socio‑economic backgrounds. As a WGEA Employer of Choice for Gender Equality, we strive to create a place where everyone feels they belong, and we ensure a positive, barrier‑free recruitment experience by providing adjustments and accessible formats upon request at inclusivecareers@vu.edu.au or (03) 9919 5999.

Department: Institutional Research Office Vacancy ID: 042483 Closing Date: 14-Jul-2026 Maynooth University is committed to a strategy in which the primary University goals of excellent research and scholarship and outstanding education are interlinked and equally valued. We are seeking an Institutional Research Data Analyst to work within the Office for Institutional Research & Data Insights. This Office, led by the Director of Office for Institutional Research & Data Insights, has a responsibility for the development, management and analysis of data to support university planning and decision-making. The person appointed will work to support the increasing data reporting needs and requirements of the University. This includes supporting the delivery of the University Strategic Plan, contributing to external reporting obligations, enhancing the use of data in quality reviews, and responding to increasing data needs related to equality initiatives. The Institutional Research Data Analyst plays a key role in supporting the university's strategic planning, informed decision-making, and institutional effectiveness. This position involves the collection, analysis, interpretation, and dissemination of institutional data to internal and external stakeholders. Using a variety of tools and methodologies, this candidate will deliver accurate, timely, and actionable insights to support academic, administrative, and strategic functions across the University  Salary: Administrative Officer II (2026): €47,387 – €67,129 p.a. (9 points) Appointments will be made in accordance with public sector pay provisions. Closing Date: 23:30hrs (local Irish time) on Tuesday, 14th July 2026. Applications must be submitted by the closing date and time specified above. Any applications which are still in progress at the closing time on the specified closing date will be cancelled automatically by the system. Late applications will not be accepted. Maynooth University is an equal opportunities employer The position is subject to the Statutes of the University