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Arts University Plymouth

Arts University Plymouth is an independent university run by artists and designers for creative students.  
The university has occupied several locations in Plymouth city centre since 1856, now settling in their current undergraduate campus location, Tavistock Place.  
The campus has been designed with artists, designers and makers in mind. In the last few years, the university has invested in digital and analogue improvements to improve the teaching facilities for students. 
The approximately 2,000 students have access to workshops with specialists and collaborative spaces in 2D, 3D, 4D and digital formats. 
The campus is about a 10 minute walk from the city centre, close to coastline, countryside and nightlife.

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United Kingdom, Newcastle upon Tyne

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are seeking a highly motivated Research Fellow to join our 23-month project evaluating the 'Making Every Contact Count' (MECC) programme in Bolton. This programme aims to improve health and wellbeing outcomes through brief, opportunistic conversations on healthy lifestyle choices, delivered by Local Authority, health, and social care staff. The project is guided by the RE-AIM framework to assess the reach, effectiveness, adoption, implementation, and maintenance of MECC across diverse community settings. This project is funded by the School for Public Health Research through the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR).

The Research Fellow will play a crucial role in the evaluation of the MECC programme, focusing on its implementation, reach, effectiveness, and fidelity. This role will involve a mixed-methods approach, including quantitative and qualitative data collection, fidelity assessment, and economic modelling.

The Research Fellow will work closely with project partners (i.e. Bolton City Council Public Health Team and Bolton NHS Foundation Trust), health and social care professionals, and community stakeholders to generate actionable insights that inform future practice.

This role is fixed-term, full time, for 23 months and will start in June 2025.

This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 therefore the successful candidate will be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check.

ABOUT THE TEAM

The applicant will be guided and supported by Dr Angela Rodrigues (Associate Professor, Northumbria University) in a team consisting of?Bolton City Council Public Health Team and Bolton NHS Foundation Trust partners, academic colleagues from Sheffield University, University of Oxford, University of Greater Manchester and?Lancaster University. This also includes patient and public involvement.

You will be embedded in the?MECC research group?at Northumbria University. The group brings together interdisciplinary experts from both academia and practice in the fields of Psychology, Social Work, Public Health, Business, and Health and Social Care across Northern England with the shared aim of advancing the evidence base for MECC. The group, led by Dr Angela Rodrigues, has strong links with?Fuse?and the?ARC NENC?and works with fellow academics at the other North East Universities along with relevant stakeholders from the NHS and Local Authorities including the regional MECC strategy group.

You will be formally based in the Department of Psychology, within the Faculty of Health and Life Sciences at Northumbria University, City Campus.

ABOUT YOU

To be successful in the role you will have:


	Excellent qualitative and quantitative data analysis skills, and experience in mixed-methods research, including survey design, qualitative interviewing, and data triangulation.
	Strong understanding of intervention development and evaluation frameworks, particularly RE-AIM, and behavioural science tools (e.g. Behaviour Change Techniques (BCTs); Theoretical Domains Framework), and knowledge of the Making Every Contact Count (MECC) approach, including its principles, implementation strategies, and evaluation within health and social care settings is desirable.


Ability to?travel for purpose of data collection to various locations in the UK is essential.

You will hold a PhD, have submitted your PhD or be about to submit your PhD in the next two months, or have equivalent experience, in in Public Health, Behavioural Science, Health Psychology, or a related field.

Further information is available in the?person specification.

If you would like an informal discussion about the role, please contact Dr Angela Rodrigues (angela.rodrigues@northumbria.ac.uk).

To apply for this vacancy please click 'Apply Now'. Your application should include a covering letter and a CV.

ABOUT US

Join Northumbria University, a research-intensive institution unlocking potential and changing lives locally and globally. Named Times Higher Education's?University of the Year?in 2022 and?Modern University of the Year?in 2025, we rank top 25 in the UK for research power.??Discover more?about us.

With over 37,000 students from 140+ countries, we offer world-leading research, award-winning partnerships, and an outstanding student experience. We empower our exceptional staff, promoting a positive work-life balance and offering great benefits, including excellent pension schemes, flexible working, generous holiday entitlement and?more.

Our Northumbria Values, co-created by our team, define who we are: Academic Excellence, Innovation, Inclusivity, Collaboration, and Ambition. Our Behaviours?shape our work culture: We listen and learn, support one another, respect everyone, trust each other, and are bold.

Located in Newcastle upon Tyne and London, we are an on-campus organisation with flexibility in hours and location. We pride ourselves on diversity and inclusivity, holding?numerous?awards for gender and race equality, disability confidence, and research excellence.??We also hold the HR Excellence in Research award for implementing the concordat supporting the career Development of Researchers and are members of the?Euraxess?initiative to deliver information and support to professional researchers.?The University has implemented a range of flexible working arrangements, and we are happy to explore candidate requirements as part of the recruitment process.

Apply now and join a community committed to transforming society and the economy.?Explore "Our Exceptional People,?Our Values and Behaviours" page to learn more about our commitments and see?our?Privacy Policy?for further details.


Northumbria University, Newcastle

United Kingdom, London

Director of Student Market Research, Insights & Planning

Founded in 1829, King’s College London is an internationally renowned research-intensive university in the heart of London, dedicated to driving positive and sustainable change in society and realising our vision of making the world a better place.

Kings has over 40,000 students from some 150 countries, and over 12,000 employees and our network spans pioneering thinkers across all sectors, from policymakers, healthcare professionals, entrepreneurs, and scientists, to name just a few.? With nine diverse faculties, King’s offers a dynamic home for our students to thrive.

We are now seeking a Director of Student Market Research, Insights, & Planning to provide crucial, data-driven support which will allow us to continue to innovate how we attract students. The postholder will lead a team responsible for providing critical information and understanding regarding incoming students and act as a research and insight hub for the university’s student recruitment efforts.

By conducting market insight and research analysis, identifying the prospective student journey, understanding key decision points and influencers, and ensuring accurate measurement and reporting of performance metrics, this role will inform and help to shape our overall recruitment strategy to guarantee continued success in an increasingly competitive global market. As a member of the Global Student Recruitment and Admissions senior team, and working collaboratively with peers, the postholder will identify key areas for investment, opportunities for growth, and optimisation of recruitment strategies in line with core King’s principles.

The ideal candidate will have proven experience in market research and data analysis leadership positions, preferably in large and complex environments. In working with colleagues across the university, and from various disciplinary backgrounds, they will be required to evidence excellent communication and analytical skills, and able to lead and collaborate on large projects. The successful candidate will also be expected to demonstrate a commitment to King’s principles and values, particularly around equality, diversity and inclusion.

For further information please visit the job description and to apply please go to the King’s College London Jobs? pages and submit the specified documentation. For an informal conversation please contact Jamie Surgenor at kings-search@kcl.ac.uk

The closing date for applications is 17.00 on Friday 27th June. The selection process will include a formal two stage interview process.

King’s is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and through this appointment it is our aim to develop candidate pools that include applicants from all backgrounds and communities.


King's College London

Hong Kong

The Advanced Biomedical Instrumentation Centre Limited (ABIC) is a collaborative effort coordinated by the University of Hong Kong (HKU) undertaking R&D projects with universities and companies globally. The aim of ABIC is to develop new and disruptive technologies that will meet the needs of the healthcare sector and contribute to human health.

Applications are invited for appointment as Project Manager (Deep Tech Medical Devices) (Ref.: H01/2025/064)

We are seeking an expert to play a pivotal role in our medical engineering efforts. You will drive and shape all aspects of the medical device product development lifecycle, from conceptual design to product registration and commercialization.

What You'll Do


	Develop and execute comprehensive product development plans that align with our Centre’s strategic objectives
	Manage project scope, timelines, budgets, contractors, and resource allocation Manage the design and manufacturing control process, including user assessment, design conception, verification, validation, design transfer, and quality assurance
	Oversee the whole manufacturing process from start to finish, and in charge of organizing and coordinating all departments involved, from design and engineering to production and quality control
	Work with scientific innovators and invention developers to engineer novel technological solutions for product breakthroughs
	Identify and manage relationships with clinical research organizations (CROs) and clinical investigators.
	Liaise with project teams, suppliers and clients
	Ensure compliance with relevant standards and regulations (e.g., FDA, IVD-R, ISO 13485, IEC 60601, IEC 62304, EU MDR, etc.).
	Oversee the preparation and submission of regulatory filings (e.g., 510(k), PMA, CE marking, etc.) to obtain marketing authorization.
	Interact with regulatory agencies (e.g., FDA, notified bodies) to resolve issues.
	Ensure that all product development activities are conducted in accordance with Quality Management System (QMS).
	Analyze manufacturing process to identify any opportunities for improvement or cost savings


What is Required


	8+ years of experience in medical device product development, with a proven track record of successfully bringing products from concept to commercialization
	4+ years of experience in a senior role in project management, managing complex, multi-disciplinary projects
	Experience with deep tech and healthcare products (e.g., those involving AI/ML, biomedical software, medical big-data, novel materials, advanced sensors, medical implants, diagnostic devices, etc.) is highly desirable.
	Strong knowledge of QMS and medical device regulations (e.g., FDA QSR, ISO 13485, IEC 60601, IEC 62304, EU MDR, etc.).
	Familiar with clinical trial designs and clinical development management
	Expertise in at least one of the following areas:
	
		Brain-Computer Interface (BCI)?
		Biomaterials or Bioelectronics for Electronic Skin
		Interventional Cardiology or Interventional Radiology
		Organoids
		Orthopedic Implants
		Point-of-Care Testing (POCT) Devices for Pathogens or Chronic Diseases
	
	
	Bachelor, Master, or PhD degree in Engineering or Life Science related disciplines


Work mode

Full-time / part-time, details can be negotiated Located in Hong Kong, or the Silicon Valley area in California in US Highly competitive compensation will be offered. ?

Applicants should submit their up-to-date C.V., quoting the job reference number, with information on current/expected remuneration and availability, to pklc@hku.hk. Review of applications will commence as soon as possible and until the posts are filled.

The personal data provided in your application process will be used for recruitment and other employment-related purpose. The personal data may be transferred and disclosed to, and used by?the affiliated?entities?of Advanced Biomedical Instrumentation Centre Limited?for the above purposes.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates.


Advanced Biomedical Instrumentation Centre Ltd

United Kingdom, Durham

The Role

Applications are invited for a Postdoctoral Research Associate in Department of Engineering with a particular emphasis on hydrogen technologies. The EPSRC project, UNISON, seeks to improve the combustion of neat ammonia by exploring fuel additive-enhanced combustion or a catalytic burner that enable ammonia-hydrogen co-combustion. Key goals include optimising combustion efficiency, minimising emissions, and providing industry-ready solutions for ammonia combustion. Working within the EPSRC project, they will focus on clean combustion challenges, analysing and interpreting research findings, supporting the development of innovative combustors, and driving innovative technology solutions. The role also involves contributing to research funding bids, supporting licensing or spin-out activities, and enhancing the broader public understanding and commercial impact of the research.

The post-holder is employed to work on the UNISON project which will be led by Prof Dawei Wu. Whilst this means that the post-holder will not be carrying out independent research in his/her own right, the expectation is that they will contribute to the advancement of the project, through the development of their own research ideas/adaptation and development of research protocols.

Person Specification 

Essential Criteria:

Qualifications

A good first degree in an?Engineering related subject. A PhD (or be close to submission) in?Mechanical/Thermal Engineering or related subject.

Experience

Experience in conducting high quality academic research. Demonstrable ability to write material of a quality commensurate with publication in highly-ranked journals. Demonstrable ability to present research papers at?international?conferences and communicate complex information to specialists and within the wider academic community. Experience in?designing and operating combustion test rigs; developing analytical engineering models using CONVERGE or other CFD tools; and conducting experimental studies in a mechanical engineering laboratory environment, with a focus on hydrogen-related technology development.

Skills

Demonstrable ability to work cooperatively as part of a team, including participating in research meetings. Ability to work independently on own initiative and to strict deadlines. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Desirable Criteria 

Experience

Strong publication record in peer-reviewed journals, commensurate with stage of career. A track record of presenting research at conferences, symposia, or meetings, commensurate with stage of career. Demonstrable ability to develop research proposals and designs in collaboration with other academics. Experience of overseeing students with respect to the development of their practical/research skills e.g. acting as a demonstrator; supervising student projects/practicals. Experience in?working with industry partners and other internal or external parties to maximise the research impact and establish new research collaboration

Skills

Demonstrable ability to plan and manage independent research.

Contact Information

Department contact for academic-related enquiries

Prof Dawei Wu, MOL Professor of Maritime Energy Systems

Email: c/o

When appointing to this role the University must ensure that it meets any applicable immigration requirements, including salary thresholds which are applicable to some visas.


Durham University

United Kingdom, Southampton

This is an exceptional time to be joining the University of Southampton Information and Cyber Security team within the University’s IT department, iSolutions. The Security team is uniquely placed to advise, support, and defend the University against security threats.

About the Role

You will take a leading role in securing the Secure Data Research Environment, providing specialist expertise in information and cyber security to protect sensitive research data and ensure compliance with security standards. You will work closely with colleagues across the University to monitor and analyse security systems, respond to incidents, address vulnerabilities, and implement security measures.

You will also be responsible for supporting the University’s preparation for and maintenance of cyber security accreditations, including Cyber Essentials Plus and ISO/IEC 27001.

The role is currently remote with future flexible options.

The interviews are expected to be held in the week commencing the 14th?July.?

What you’ll do

· Work with colleagues from the University to Lead efforts for the Secure Data Research Environments Cyber Security accreditations (e.g., Cyber Essentials/Plus, ISO/IEC 27001), coordinating audits, managing documentation, and implementing remedial actions.

· Provide support in maintaining security operations by managing and updating security policies and procedures, conducting vulnerability assessments, and implementing security patches and updates.

· Oversee remediation of risks from security scans and tests, ensuring alignment with risk appetite before production. Conduct risk assessments for on-premise and cloud-hosted solutions, identifying control gaps and residual risks using frameworks (e.g., CIS Top 18, NIST Cyber Security Framework, ISO 27001).

· Lead on efforts relating to the Secure Data Research Environments Cyber Security accreditations, including Cyber Essentials/Plus and ISO/IEC 27001.

· Provide expert guidance on policies, standards, industry regulations, and best practices. Offer consultation on Secure by Design principles and information assurance. Develop IA strategies, policies, and awareness programs.

· Identify, analyse, and evaluate information risks across various projects and systems. Communicate the causes, likelihood, and impacts of information risks to stakeholders.

· Maintain awareness of evolving cyber security and regulatory landscapes to inform risk management and governance.

What you’ll bring:

· Experience of information and cyber security within a large organisation.

· Knowledge of current information and cyber security issues and opportunities, including knowledge of security frameworks.

· Experience of with security tooling, particularly within a mixed Windows, Linux, Mac and Cloud environment.

· The ability to present your ideas and your specialist area, to a wide and potentially non-technical audience.

· The integrity required to work with both commercially sensitive and personally identifiable information.

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 whose 230+ staff support the delivery of the University’s research and education activities. We would love you to join us and help change the world for the better.

The University of Southampton promotes a healthy work life balance with generous holiday allowance (30+ days), defined benefit pension, flexi-time and flexible working, generous parental leave and childcare provision. For more information on our benefits, please visit our human resources pages.


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