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Research Associate

• Posted 26 January 2026
• Salary £41,064 per annum - £46,049 per annum
• End date 09 February 2026
• LocationGlasgow
• Job Type Research and Teaching
• Reference190933
• Expiry 09 February 2026 at 23:45

Job description

Job Purpose

To make a leading contribution to the project: ‘From Evidence to Action (FETA): Understanding the Impact of Funding Modalities on Development Policymaking’

Specifically, the postholder will conduct, manage and publish research on the determinants and effects of funding structures in international organizations as well as assist in managing and directing this complex and challenging project.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

Perform the following activities in conjunction with the Principal Investigator (PI):

1. Take a leading role in the planning and conduct of assigned research individually or jointly in accordance with the project deliverables and the College of Social Sciences research strategy.

2. Document research output including analysis and interpretation of all data, maintaining records and databases, drafting technical/progress reports and papers as appropriate.

3. Establish and maintain your research profile and reputation and that of the International Political Economy & Development subject area, including establishing and sustaining a track record of independent and joint publications of international quality in high profile/quality refereed journals and conferences, enhancing the research impact in terms of economic/societal benefit, and gathering indicators of esteem.

4. Survey the research literature and environment, understand the research challenges associated with the project and subject area, and develop and implement a suitable research strategy.

5. Presentation of work at international and national conferences, at internal and external seminars, colloquia and workshops to develop and enhance our research profile.

6. Take a leading role in the identification of potential funding sources and to assist in the development of proposals to secure funding from internal and external bodies to support future research.

7. Take a leading role in developing and maintaining collaborations with colleagues across the subject of International Political Economy & Development and wider community (e.g., academic institutions and development policymakers).

8. Take a leading role in team/group meetings/seminars/workshops and research group activities to enhance the wider knowledge, outputs and culture of the School of Social and Political Sciences.

9. Take the lead in the organisation, supervision, mentoring and training of less experienced members of the project team to ensure their effective development.

10. Perform administrative tasks related to the activities of the research group, including budgets/expenditure.

11. Make a leading contribution to outreach and recruitment activities of the University of Glasgow.

12. Make a leading contribution (where applicable) to teaching activities and associated administration as assigned by the Head of International Political Economy & Development and in consultation with the PI.

13. Be responsible for safety management related to the organisation and running of laboratory and/or experimental techniques, equipment and processes as appropriate.

14. Keep up to date with current knowledge and recent advances in the field/discipline.

15. Engage in personal, professional and career development, to enhance both specialist and transferable skills in accordance with desired career trajectory.

16. Undertake any other duties of equivalent standing as assigned by the Head of International Political Economy & Development and/or the PI.

These key tasks are not intended to be exhaustive but simply highlight a number of major tasks which the staff member may be reasonably expected to perform.

Knowledge, Qualifications, Skills and Experience

Knowledge/Qualifications

Essential:

A1 Normally Scottish Credit and Qualification Framework level 12 (PhD) plus track record of emerging independence with...

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Research Associate

• Posted 18 January 2026
• Salary Grade 7: £41,064 - £46,049 per annum
• LocationGlasgow
• Job Type Research and Teaching
• Reference190733
• Expiry 18 February 2026 at 23:45

Job description

Stem cell therapies offer a new therapeutic paradigm in regenerative medicine. Bioengineering approaches can help to deliver specialised cells targeting specific clinical challenges, yet there remain many hurdles to their industrial manufacture. You will be a member of a team of researchers contributing to the cross-disciplinary EPSRC funded Research and Partnership Hub for Health Technologies in Manufacturing Stem Cells for Regenerative Medicine, Immunotherapy and Cancer (MAINSTREAM), which is led by the University of Glasgow’s Centre for the Cellular Microenvironment (CeMi). This hub is aiming to achieve high-volume manufacture of MSC-specific growth substrates that will remove the barriers to cell therapies. For this project, you will be based in the Centre for Medical and Industrial Ultrasonics (C-MIU) in the James Watt School of Engineering, working with a collaborative team across the Universities of Glasgow, Strathclyde and Nottingham, and with a well-established collaborative team of industrial, clinical and charity partners.

This post advertised is under the supervision of Professor Margaret Lucas and Dr Helen Mulvana, particularly working in collaboration with Professor Stuart Reid’s research group at Strathclyde University.

For informal enquiries or further information about the project, please contact Professor Margaret Lucas (Margaret.lucas@glasgow.ac.uk)

For more information on the University of Glasgow’s James Watt School of Engineering, please visit www.gla.ac.uk/schools/engineering

Job Purpose

To make a leading contribution to the development of ultrasound tools for mesenchymal stem cell manipulation. The successful candidate will also be expected to contribute to the formulation and submission of research publications and research proposals as well as help manage and direct this complex and challenging translational project, as opportunities allow.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

1. Take a leading role in the planning and conduct of assigned research individually or jointly in accordance with the project deliverables and MAINSTREAM research strategy.

2. Investigate and optimise the use of standing waves (ultrasound field patterning) as a tool to influence and control microcarrier and cell aggregation in large volume suspensions.

3. Investigate and identify the forces experienced by cells subjected to ultrasound fields, considering variability by ultrasound frequency, duration and amplitude of vibration (as controlled by incident pressure).

4. Document research output including analysis and interpretation of all data, maintaining records and databases, drafting technical/progress reports and papers as appropriate.

5. Establish and maintain your research profile and reputation and that of C-MIU, Ce-Mi, the James Watt School of Engineering and the MAINSTREAM hub, including establishing and sustaining a track record of independent and joint publications of international quality, enhancing the research impact in terms of economic/societal benefit, and gathering indicators of esteem.

6. Survey the research literature and environment, understand the research challenges associated with the project and subject area, and develop/implement a suitable research strategy to deliver project/area requirements and opportunities.

7. Presentation of work at international and national conferences, at internal and external seminars, colloquia and workshops to develop and enhance our research and/or impact profile.

8. Take a leading role in the identification of potential funding sources and assist in the development of proposals to secure funding from internal and external bodies to support future research and impact.

9. Take a leading role in developing and maintaining collaborations with colleagues across the research group/area/School/College/University and wider community (e.g. academic and industrial partners).

10. Take a leading role in team/group meetings/seminars/workshops and School research group/area activities to enhance the wider knowledge, outputs and culture of the School/College.

11. Take the lead in the organisation, supervision, mentoring and training of undergradu...

We are looking for someone passionate about cross-cultural mission who can help develop our presence as a mission organisation across Ireland and develop connections with churches and individuals.

Would you be able to journey with new mission workers through the placement process to help them be well prepared to serve in least-reached communities across the world?

Can you also speak at churches and events to inspire and encourage people to consider what the Bible says about mission and what their role can be as carriers of God’s good news?

We need someone who is excellent at caring for the people who are serving with SIM around the world. From their point of enquiry to their return from serving, you will be the point person whom they will go to for matters relating to their care and well-being.

This role needs someone who cares about people and is interested in building relationships and networks to get more people involved in cross-cultural mission. This role requires someone who is a good initiator and can develop and deliver a strategy for relationship building between SIM and the church community in Ireland.

This role is based in our office in Belfast – NCM House, 218 York Street, Belfast. It will require regular travel to meet with different enquirers and churches.

APPLICATION DETAILS

To apply for this role please download the documents below and fill out the application form. Then send the completed application form as a pdf to Angeline at angeline@sim.co.uk . If you have any questions about this role or issues with completing the application form please email: angeline@sim.co.uk

Closing Date

Please submit your application by 5pm on Monday 2nd February 2026.

Interviews will be held after this.

Executive Services Administrator

Job Description

Role:                             Executive Services Administrator

Hours:                         This is a full-time position. The job holder will be required to work all men’s first team home match days. Due to the nature of professional football, a flexible approach to working hours is essential as support may be required outside of core hours. Time off in lieu will be granted for non-league matchdays (e.g. Cup games, friendlies, U21 games) and Premier League games worked in excess of 5 per season.

Location:            Based at the American Express Stadium in Brighton, and the American Express Elite Football Performance Centre in Lancing.  Some occasional travel within the UK and overseas may be required to fulfil the needs of the role. This role is fully office-based.

Contract Type:   Permanent.

Salary:                Competitive. Rewards and benefits dependant on experience.

Deadline Day:      28^th January 2026

About Brighton & Hove Albion FC

We are an ambitious club with a clear vision and strong values, and we hold ourselves to high standards; competing at the highest levels of football on a global stage while embracing our Sussex community spirit. At the heart of everything we do is our commitment to high performance, continuous improvement, professional excellence, and making a positive impact.

Be the driving force behind executive excellence

Working as part of a close-knit team of three, you’ll play a pivotal role in delivering exceptional organisational and administrative support to senior executives, including, when required, the chief executive & deputy chairman. Through proactive coordination and seamless information flow, you’ll enable our leadership teams to perform at their best and strengthen the operational impact of the club’s Board and senior executives.

This is an outstanding opportunity for a professional individual to advance their career within an elite, professional football environment. You’ll thrive in a fast-paced setting, embrace variety, and bring a high-performance mindset to everything you do.

Whilst your core office hours will be Monday to Friday, flexibility is essential. You’ll be committed to supporting outside of core hours when required and will play a key role on all men’s first team home matchdays.

What you’ll need to succeed

✔️ An understanding of the football calendar including but not limited to; competition calendars, operations and matchday requirements.

✔️ ️ High level of discretion and ability to manage confidential information with the utmost integrity and professionalism.

✔ Excellent communication skills both written and verbal to include an excellent telephone manner, ability to communicate with confidence and kindness in a way which positively enhances the club’s brand.

✔️ Comfortable with dealing with changes at short notice / late calls and tight deadlines and adapting to the needs of the business when required.

✔️Proven experience operating as an administrator or supporting senior executives.

✔️Experience of office management/office administration, including processes, policies, and maintaining a high-performance environment.

✔️ Experience in managing, scheduling and coordinating calendars.

✔️Excellent Microsoft office 365 skills – Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook. Must be able to touch-type and demonstrate meticulous accuracy in written work.

✔️A collaborative team player who thrives in a high-performance environment.

✔️Ability to think on your feet and be proactive whilst juggling varying and demanding workloads.

To find out more about this role, click here to read the job description.

Our values are essential to our success

Our Team Brighton values serve as guiding principles for how we connect with one another, our fans, partners and sponsors. As a club, we embody these values in everything we do:

🔵 Treat People Well

⚪ Exceed Expectations

🔵 Aim High. Never Give Up

⚪ Act with Integrity

🔵 Make it Special

⚪ Be Fan Focused

 

 

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We are looking for a volunteer to fill the role of Assistant Grounds Person.

The role is for week day mornings (ideally at least 3) to help us with general gardening duties & site maintenance. This will involve mowing, weeding, some basic maintenance and helping us to keep the site in tip top condition. We like our site to reflect the care we give to our dogs - so we need someone who is proud of their work environment and can "see" the jobs that need doing.

You will be working alongside our Grounds & Maintenance Co-Ordinator.

Please apply by completing the application form below and emailing back to lisa@stokenchurchdogrescue.org.uk 

Apprentice in Children & Youth Ministry (multiple positions) starting September 2026

Do you have a heart for children and young people and a desire to see them flourish in faith and life?
Whether you’re 18 and just starting out, in your 20’s and exploring a new direction or further along in life and sensing God stirring something new in you, age is not necessarily considered to be a barrier.
We’re offering seven Apprentice-style positions as part of our Children & Youth Ministry Apprenticeship Programme. This is a three-year, paid opportunity to work, learn and grow ministry.

You’ll be:

– Employed by the Diocese of Southwark
– Supported by and based in a local parish, working with children, young people and families
– Paid the London living wage for 28 hours per week

What does the programme involve?

– 21 hours of practical ministry experience each week in a parish setting

– 7 hours of dedicated study time, mainly online, working towards a Certificate of Higher Education in Theology, Mission and Ministry through Ridley Hall, Cambridge

– Ongoing support from your local parish, the Diocese, and academic tutors at Ridley Hall

There is an occupational requirement that the job holder is a Christian under the Part 1 Schedule 9 to the Equality Act 2010. Applicants must have the legal right to live and work in the UK for the full duration of the 3 year course (1st September 2026 – 31st August 2029). We are not able to provide certificates for sponsorship for these roles.

Could this be your next step?

This is more than just a job, it’s a journey of faith, growth and purpose. Come and be part of something that could shape your future and someone else’s.

If you would like further information or have an informal chat, we’d be happy to arrange a zoom call. Please email Louisa Ley, Apprentice Programme Coordinator at louisa.ley@southwark.anglican.org.uk

Job Description 2026 – Children & Youth Worker Apprenticeship

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• Location: Liverpool
• Vacancy Ref: 00001898
• Hours Per Week: 37.5
• Wage Per Week: £302.62
• Sector: Optical

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including Data Protection, Health & Safety and all GOC regulatory legislation requirements.

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*To support the management team in achieving the required targeted growth in sales and profit.

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About Vision Express UK Ltd

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Optical Assistant Apprentice

• Employer: Angela Reed Ltd (Boots Opticians)
• Location: Kenilworth
• Vacancy Ref: 00001889
• Hours Per Week: 37.5
• Wage Per Week: £283.13
• Sector: Optical

This vacancy is for an Apprentice Optical Assistant based in Kenilworth.

The successful applicant will have the opportunity to undertake valuable work experience within [COMPANY NAME] supporting day to day tasks whilst gaining on the job qualifications.

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• Understanding business KPI?s and how they affect the practices profitability

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• Location: Woolwich
• Vacancy Ref: 00001829
• Hours Per Week: 30
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