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...
Communications & Marketing Manager
We are currently recruiting for a Communications & Marketing Manager, working 35 hours per week
Do you love quality coffee? cake? and most importantly people? Do you want to join a team of people who are dedicated to empowering people and to improving lives? If so, you are perfect for this role.
The Horsebox Coffee Kiosk concept has been developed and implemented as part of Clan Cancer Support’s commercial activity through our trading subsidiary, Clan Now. The Coffee Kiosk will deliver commercial income to aid the sustainable, long term, financial position of the Charity. We are currently looking for passionate Baristas to join our team to ensure effective and efficient day-to-day running of the kiosk.
As a Barista you’ll provide exceptional customer service and work independently or as part of a team to deliver our fantastic standards. We want you, our customers, and our colleagues to be proud to share their journey with us.
This role is on a rota basis, on a zero hour contract and includes weekend working
On a rota basis to include weekends
Informal enquiries can be made to recruitment@clancancersupport.org
We are currently recruiting for a Communications & Marketing Manager, working 35 hours per week
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Assistant Property Manager – Remote with occasional travel
Due to internal promotion, FitzRoy are recruiting an Assistant Property Manager to join their friendly team. You will work closely with the Property Manager to help oversee two regional property patches.
The role supports the management, maintenance, and compliance of a diverse mixed-tenure property portfolio, including owned, leased, and partnership-managed homes. You will help ensure properties are safe, well-maintained, compliant, and managed to a high standard, so the people we support can live in homes they are proud of.
You will be part of a positive, collaborative team that provides support while also offering appropriate challenge to internal teams and external partners to ensure standards are met.
- Full time 37.5 hours per week, working from home with occasional travel to service and head office in Petersfield.
- Salary up to £26,000 per annum.
Responsibilities:
- Support the Property Manager in overseeing two regional property patches, assisting with day-to-day property management activities.
- Work across a mixed-tenure portfolio, including FitzRoy-owned properties, leased properties, and homes provided through Registered Providers.
- Liaise with Registered Providers, landlords, contractors, and internal teams to ensure properties are managed correctly and meet agreed standards.
- Support the delivery of both planned and reactive maintenance, ensuring works are completed efficiently, to good quality, and within agreed budgets.
- Assist with monitoring property condition and escalating issues where standards are not being met.
- Update the organisational property database, including asset information, maintenance activity, and budgetary data.
- Support the administration of compliance requirements, ensuring certificates and statutory checks are up to date alongside the compliance officer.
- Act as a point of contact for property-related queries, resolving issues directly where possible or working with Property Team colleagues to find solutions.
- Build and maintain positive working relationships with Service Managers, contractors, landlords, and Registered Providers.
- Provide appropriate challenge and follow-up where issues are not resolved or where responsibilities are not being met.
- Assist with keeping planned maintenance programmes current and relevant, supporting future improvement and investment decisions.
- Review and process invoices, ensuring costs are accurately recorded, allocated correctly, and passed to the payables team.
- Undertake service visits to gain a practical understanding of properties, the people we support, and the impact of property-related decisions.
Optical Assistant Apprentice
- Employer: Vision Express UK Ltd
- Location: Liverpool
- Vacancy Ref: 00001898
- Hours Per Week: 37.5
- Wage Per Week: £302.62
- Sector: Optical
This vacancy is for an Apprentice Optical Assistant based in Liverpool.
The successful applicant will have the opportunity to undertake valuable work experience within Vission Express supporting day to day tasks whilst gaining on the job qualifications.
Demonstrate and promote adherence to company policy, procedure, professional standards and legal obligations,
including Data Protection, Health & Safety and all GOC regulatory legislation requirements.
*To ensure all in-store administration is completed accurately and all manual and computerised customer records are maintained in accordance with company guidelines and relevant data protection laws
*To have a good working knowledge of the Vision Express Ways of Working
*To take personal responsibility for own development ensuring regulatory e-learning is completed efficiently and be proactive in maintaining and developing knowledge through participation in company development programmes.
*Maintain the highest store standards possible, including the appearance of both store and own personal presentation.
Sales and Service
*To act as a Vision Express brand ambassador creating a welcoming environment for all customers and ensuring their expectations are exceeded throughout the customer journey.
*To relentlessly deliver the best customer service through the Vision Express Ways of Working and behaviours, every day to every customer.
*To support the management team in achieving the required targeted growth in sales and profit.
*To deliver a seamless customer journey through the meeting/greeting, offering of refreshments, initial eye examinations, dispensing, fitting and collections of every Vision Express customer.
*To provide accurate and knowledgeable advice and guidance to meet each customer?s specific needs through the recommendations made, selection and purchase of all types of eye-wear and eye-care solutions.
*To conduct eyewear repairs and order replacements when required.
*To participate in all stock take activity as determined by the management team.
*Key holder duties after successful completion of silver training (if and when required)
*Make decisions within the agreed scope of your role on matters relating to the day to day retail operation within your store, escalate to line manager where required.
Team Work and Communication
*To maintain good and professional working relationships with the store team.
*Attend and participate in morning briefs and team meetings.
*To provide honest feedback to the management team to support ongoing improvements.
*Any other duties or responsibilities as reasonably requested by line management.
Training to be provided
- L3 Optical Assistant Qualification
About Vision Express UK Ltd
At Vision Express we provide an Advanced Eye Test, that checks eyesight and eye health. We stock a wide range of designer and exclusive glasses, sunglasses and contact lenses. All our eyewear comes with 100 day returns guarantee and lifetime servicing for complete peace of mind.
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.
This is a fantastic and unique opportunity to embark on a journey towards a great career.
Starting as an Optical Assistant apprentice with future opportunities for career progression, you will be supported with loads of great, fun, and interactive training. You will use these exciting new skills in your day-to-day job, where you will gain customer service skills, knowledge in optical support, and develop behaviour suitable for working in an optical practice.
Those with a flair for fashion will love the new frames coming in, and if it's your forte, you may even get involved in meeting frame reps and helping choose the new ranges. If you are more technical, you will get to learn lots of information about lenses and measurements, then transform that information into jargon-free, easy-to-understand, customer-friendly language.
It's all about teamwork in an optician's practice. There are many roles, but you support each other to ensure your customers get the best experience possible. Optical assistants are a very important part of any optical practice and crucial to the customer journey. Individuals with a real passion for both healthcare and retail thrive in this role, as it?s perfect for those who love to make a real difference in other people's lives.
The duties within this role include:
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Greeting customers in a professional and friendly manner as they enter the practice.
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Interpreting and understanding a clinically issued prescription, its effects on the eye, and the customer's vision.
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Helping customer's select spectacle frame(s) that are suitable in terms of comfort, looks good and fits lifestyle requirements.
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Be able to explain the features and benefits of particular frames, using non-technical customer friendly language.
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Measuring the frames and ensure they are a suitable size for a customer and can accommodate their lenses.
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Adjusting customers spectacle frames using the correct tools to ensure stability and comfort.
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Basic frame repairs.
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Have a good knowledge of Ophthalmic lenses, tints and coatings to be able to meet visual / lifestyle requirements.
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Ordering prescription glasses and contact lenses in for the customer.
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Correct completion of NHS paperwork and written records in-line with company procedures.
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Making follow up appointments for customers.
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Use a focimeter to find the prescription from spectacles.
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Communicate contact lenses suitability, features and benefits.
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Carrying out pre-screening tests such as retinal imaging and pressure and visual field testing.
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Explaining offers and products to customers.
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Taking payments from customers.
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Being able to problem solve with basic optical concerns
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Understanding business KPI?s and how they affect the practices profitability
Training to be provided
L3 Optical Assistant Qualification
About Angela Reed Ltd (Boots Opticians)
Customers and patients are at the heart of our business, and we are committed to providing exceptional care to them. We want to be the first choice for their health and beauty needs. We also offer innovative 'only at Boots' exclusive brands such as No7, a leading UK skincare brand, Soap and Glory and Liz Earle, all delivered with the great value our customers love.
Optical Assistant Apprentice
- Employer: Boots Opticians
- Location: Woolwich
- Vacancy Ref: 00001829
- Hours Per Week: 30
- Wage Per Week: £300.00
- Sector: Optical
This vacancy is for an Apprentice Optical Assistant based in Woolwich.
The successful applicant will have the opportunity to undertake valuable work experience within Scared Eyes London Ltd supporting day to day tasks whilst gaining on the job qualifications.
This is a fantastic and unique opportunity to embark on a journey towards a great career.
Starting as an Optical Assistant apprentice with future opportunities for career progression, you will be supported with loads of great, fun, and interactive training. You will use these exciting new skills in your day-to-day job, where you will gain customer service skills, knowledge in optical support, and develop behaviour suitable for working in an optical practice.
Those with a flair for fashion will love the new frames coming in, and if it's your forte, you may even get involved in meeting frame reps and helping choose the new ranges. If you are more technical, you will get to learn lots of information about lenses and measurements, then transform that information into jargon-free, easy-to-understand, customer-friendly language.
It's all about teamwork in an optician's practice. There are many roles, but you support each other to ensure your customers get the best experience possible. Optical assistants are a very important part of any optical practice and crucial to the customer journey. Individuals with a real passion for both healthcare and retail thrive in this role, as its perfect for those who love to make a real difference in other people's lives.
The duties within this role include:
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Greeting customers in a professional and friendly manner as they enter the practice.
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Interpreting and understanding a clinically issued prescription, its effects on the eye, and the customer's vision.
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Helping customer's select spectacle frame(s) that are suitable in terms of comfort, looks good and fits lifestyle requirements.
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Be able to explain the features and benefits of particular frames, using non-technical customer friendly language.
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Measuring the frames and ensure they are a suitable size for a customer and can accommodate their lenses.
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Adjusting customers spectacle frames using the correct tools to ensure stability and comfort.
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Basic frame repairs.
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Have a good knowledge of Ophthalmic lenses, tints and coatings to be able to meet visual / lifestyle requirements.
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Ordering prescription glasses and contact lenses in for the customer.
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Correct completion of NHS paperwork and written records in-line with company procedures.
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Making follow up appointments for customers.
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Use a focimeter to find the prescription from spectacles.
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Communicate contact lenses suitability, features and benefits.
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Carrying out pre-screening tests such as retinal imaging and pressure and visual field testing.
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Explaining offers and products to customers.
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Taking payments from customers.
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Being able to problem solve with basic optical concerns
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Understanding business KPIs and how they affect the practices profitability
Training to be provided
- L3 Optical Assistant Qualification
Join Our Caring Community at St Ives Country House!
Role: Senior Care & Support Assistant
Location: St Ives House, Ashley Heath, Ringwood, BH24 2EE
Pay: £13.80 per hour
Hours: Full-time
Shift Pattern: 08:00 – 20:00 (including alternate weekends)
Are you a dedicated individual who can make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents, and lead by example to support and motivate our care teams?
You should have prior experience in care, including care planning and medication administration, hold an NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care (or equivalent) and be happy to work towards an NVQ Level 3.
If you're passionate about delivering high-quality, person-centred care, we’d love to hear from you.
What We’re Looking For:
• Previous experience in a care setting, including care planning and medication administration.
• Strong communication skills and leadership potential.
• A genuine passion for supporting others and promoting independence.
Key Responsibilities:
• Provide day-to-day supervision and support to Care Assistants
• Deliver personalised care tailored to individual needs and preferences.
• Promote independence and dignity in all aspects of care.
• Act as a point of escalation for concerns or incidents.
• Foster a positive, collaborative team culture.
Make a Real Difference Every Day
Everyone working at Care South is dedicated to providing the best quality care to all our residents. We all share and work hard to uphold our HEART values, ensuring that throughout the delivery of care, we consistently demonstrate Honesty, Excellence, Approach, Respect and Teamwork.
Our care homes don’t just provide companionship and social interaction, they provide a happy and fulfilling lifestyle for residents, delivering Food, Fun and Friendship, as well as compassionate person-centred care. Our fantastic facilities, exciting social activities and exceptional care teams all help to enhance the health and happiness of our residents.
No two residents are the same and we love to learn about their amazing life stories, hobbies, and interests. This allows us to tailor our activities to suit their likes and favourite pastimes, as well as really get to know them and build strong relationships.
Food, Fun and Friendship is at the HEART of everything we do!
Why You’ll Love Working with Us
You'll receive a comprehensive induction including:
• Ongoing training and development.
• Receiving support from a friendly, experienced team and colleagues.
• Delivering person-centred care that truly makes a difference.
• Encouraging residents to stay independent and active.
• Assisting with personal care and mobility needs.
• Building genuine friendships with residents.
• Creating a positive, team-focused atmosphere within the home.
Your Rewards and Benefits
At Care South, we really value all our staff, whatever the role. We offer a stimulating and incredibly rewarding career. We celebrate all our staff every year through the Care South Stars Awards.
As a not-for-profit charity, our focus isn’t on our owners or shareholders its very firmly on those in our care and those that care for them. We are constantly looking at ways to improve the reward and recognition of all our amazing people within the Care South Team. Our current benefits package includes: -
• Online/retail discounts – Blue Light Card.
• Paid induction and training.
• Employee referral bonus scheme.
• Free DBS check.
• Contributory pension scheme.
• Life insurance.
• NMC pin fees paid by us.
• Staff association.
• Local staff reward programme
• Onsite learning and development team.
• Career progression.
• Competitive pay rates.
• Flexible working hours.
• Employee assistance and wellbeing programmes.
What You Need to Know
• You must be 18 years or older.
• We are unable to offer Visa Spon...
Nursery Nurse or Nursery Assistant
Carmarthenshire, SA32 8JX
Structured
Closing date:
30 January 2026
Interview date:
Post is subject to a satisfactory DBS check:
Yes
Job description
Similar qualification of NVQ level 2 or higher is desirable. Experience with children will be advantageous.
As the nursery is a Welsh setting all candidates must be able to speak and write in the Welsh language.
Wage is dependant on previous experience.
Hours of work
Nursery hours varies between 7:30am to 6pm Monday to Friday
How to apply
For more information contact Gwenllian on 01558 678 014. Send your CV to cwtshyclos@outlook.com(link sends e-mail)
cwtshyclos@outlook.com
Job Introduction
Care & Support Assistants
Weybourne, Abbey Wood Days and Nights
Avante Care & Support is a well-established registered charity, supporting over 1,000 older people across Kent and South East London through our nursing, dementia care homes, and home care services. We’re proud to deliver high-quality, person-centred care with compassion and professionalism.
We’re currently looking for Full-time and Part time Care & Support Assistants (days and nights) to join our team at Weybourne in Abbey Wood
About the Role
As a Care & Support Assistant, you’ll play a key part in ensuring our residents receive the care, comfort, and dignity they deserve during the night. You’ll work as part of a dedicated team delivering hands-on support tailored to each individual’s needs.
Main responsibilities include:
✔ Assisting with personal care
✔ Supporting residents’ emotional and physical well-being
✔ Helping with daily living activities
✔ Creating a positive, engaging environment for residents
No previous experience is required – full training will be provided, and we’ll support you in working towards professional qualifications if needed.
What We’re Looking For
✔ Friendly, reliable, and professional attitude
✔ Good communication skills and a team-player mindset
✔ Flexible and eager to learn
✔ A genuine interest in providing care and support
What We Offer
✔ Competitive pay
✔ Free DBS check
✔ Pension contributions
✔ Free uniform
✔ Refer-a-friend bonus scheme
✔ Ongoing training and development
✔ 24/7 access to virtual GPs and counselling support
✔ Employee of the Month & Sparkle Awards
✔ Staff discounts at 800+ retailers
✔ A supportive and welcoming team environment
Closing Date: 28 January 2026
All positions are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure. We are an Equal Opportunities Employer.
Please note: If you are shortlisted, you will be invited to attend an interview. We regret to inform you that due to the high volumes of applicants, we do not write to candidates who are unsuccessful at the shortlisting stage. In the meantime, we would like to thank you for the interest you have shown in Avante Care & Support.
Arboretum Plant Collections Management Internship - The Arboretum at Penn State
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The Arboretum at Penn State is offering one paid internship in plant curation and collections management for undergraduates, graduate students, and recent graduates. This internship will help develop skills relevant to a career in collections management, plant curation, and professional horticulture in a botanical garden setting. Work with the Arboretum’s Curator of Living Collections to manage the Arboretum’s plant collections utilizing botanical record keeping software and various other technologies. The intern will also assist in mapping, labelling, and inventorying the living collections. This position will introduce interns to the world of public gardens, research, and visitor services. This is a short-term position for up to 40 hrs/week up to 6 months, preferably beginning in early spring and ending in fall; however, exact dates are negotiable. This is a hybrid position with some remote work opportunities available.
Deadline: 31 January 2026
Contract: Full-time for 6 months
Salary: 15 USD/ hour
Location: State College, Pennsylvania, USA
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Job Description and Person Specification:
Postgraduate Fellow
July 2024
Reprieve US: Postgraduate
Fellows
$57,966
annually.
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remainder provided by Reprieve US.
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insurance as well as vacation time of 25 days per
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Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis
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Applicants
Salary:
Benefits:
Deadline for applications:
Start Date:
Duration:
About Reprieve US:
Reprieve US is a registered 501(c)(3) assisting victims of extreme human rights
abuses carried out by governments. We are made up of lawyers, investigators,
and advocates helping people face detention without trial, execution and extra
judicial execution. We are a small team but we are fearless in our fight for justice.
We work closely with our sibling organization, Reprieve, a UK charity founded in 1999.
Reprieve US uses strategic interventions to end the use of the death penalty globally
and to end extreme human rights abuses carried out in the name of “counterterrorism”
or “national security”.
About postgraduate fellowships:
For the past two decades, Reprieve and Reprieve US have used a fellowship model to
support and work with human rights defenders and their organizations in some of the
most challenging jurisdictions in the world – including Indonesia, Pakistan, Yemen,
Malawi and the US. Reprieve US’ fellowship program gives fellows the opportunity to
be directly involved in ground- breaking human rights work and to work with colleagues
and experts around the world. The work of our fellows enables Reprieve US and
partners to seize on strategic opportunities and develop projects that have the potential
to transform the criminal justice landscape. We have been fortunate to work with
brilliant fellows from schools across the US.
Reprieve US invites applicants for public interest fellowships beginning in 2026.
Fellowships are offered with a variety of teams, and full details are available on our
website: https://reprieve.org/us/work-for-reprieve-us/. Applicants may choose to apply
for more than one placement.
Fellows will join the Reprieve US team in Washington DC who work on a hybrid basis.
Applicants must have the right to work in the US at the time of application and for the
duration of their fellowship.
Our preference is that postgraduate fellowship awards are transferred to Reprieve for
disbursement to fellows, who will join us as staff members. If an awarding body has a
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Job Description and Person Specification:
Postgraduate Fellow
July 2024
policy requiring direct payment to the fellow we are happy to consider this arrangement
on a case by case basis. Reprieve has an open and transparent salary structure. Our
postgraduate fellow salary is fixed at $57,966. If fellowship funding falls between
$50,000 and $57,966 we will top up the amount to meet our fixed salary.
Reprieve US offers staff a broad range of benefits including a generous annual leave
allowance of 25 days plus federal holidays and their birthday off. We also provide
healthcare and dental to fellows who join us as staff members.
To apply
Full details on the fellowships, including responsibilities, person specifications and
information on how to apply are available on our website.
If you are interested in applying please review the available job descriptions for
instructions and our applicant information. Applicants are welcome to apply for more
than one fellowship, and should submit a separate cover letter for each role. Please
email applications@reprieve.org.uk with any questions.
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Media Preparation Technician
In the Crick's Media Preparation Team.
Part of Crick Operations.
Key information
Media Preparation Technician
Facilities and Infrastructure (Glasswash and Media Prep)
Details of the role:
Working pattern: This is a full-time position on Crick terms and conditions of employment (Mon-Thurs 08.00-16.00, Fri 08.00-15.45). The post is fixed-term until December 31st 2026.
Salary: From £29,613 with benefits, subject to skills and experience
Application closing date: 27th of January 2026 at 23.59
About us
The Francis Crick Institute is Europe’s largest biomedical research institute under one roof. Our world-class scientists and staff collaborate on vital research to help prevent, diagnose and treat illnesses such as cancer, heart disease, infectious diseases and neurodegenerative conditions.
The Crick is a place for collaboration, innovation and exploration across many disciplines. A space where the brightest minds can pursue big and bold ideas and discover answers to crucial scientific questions. We support them in a dynamic environment which fosters excellence with state-of-the-art infrastructure, cutting-edge facilities, and a creative and curious culture. We’ve removed traditional boundaries of departments, divisions and disciplines and instead have an open approach that supports every researcher. This gives us the freedom to take risks and carry out high-quality, pioneering research. Creating a space for discovery without boundaries helps us to turn our science into benefits for human health and the economy.
About the role
Every year the media preparation service at the Francis Crick Institute manufactures thousands of litres of research reagents, including culture media, buffers, microbiological plates and Drosophila (fruit fly) diet. You will assist in the smooth running of this crucial support function, formulating and dispensing reagents for use in research.
Working in a dedicated media lab at the Crick, your main duties will involve making up solutions and media for scientists to use in their laboratories and experiments to grow cells. You will be working closely with the team as well as scientists and other support services throughout the organisation. As you will be working with media, chemicals and consumables, strong attention to details is crucial to this role.
You will be joining a diversely experienced team, where you will be encouraged to grow and expand on your knowledge and experience. On the job training will be provided.
What you will be doing
As a Media Prep technician at the Crick, you will:
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Producing, dispensing and sterilising products in a safe, accurate and reproducible method, following standard protocols
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Maintaining a supply of chemicals and consumables
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Operating equipment such as mixing vessels, autoclaves and analytical equipment
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Keeping key laboratory records, databases and files up to date
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Maintaining good operational state of key equipment and the working environment
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Liaising with internal clients over their requirements and delivery schedules
Please see full job description here
About you
You will bring
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Basic literacy and numeracy (e.g. GCSE Maths and English at grade A-C or equivalent)*
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Basic understanding of Chemistry (GCSE at grade A-C or equivalent)*
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Ability to communicate well, both verbally and in writing.
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Ability to work as part of a team
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Familiarity with Microsoft Office software especially Excel*
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Good organisational skills and excellent attention to detail*
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Ability to carry out tasks involving lifting/manual handling particularly at the beginning and end of each day when loading and unloading autoclaves.*
*Minimum Criteria
About Working at the Crick
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Are you a talented admin professional with outstanding customer service skills who is passionate about making a difference, this could be the role for you!
Canine Partners’ mission is to change the lives of disabled people using expertly trained dogs to improve physical, emotional and social wellbeing.
To help us create amazing partnerships, we need amazing people. Canine Partners has an exciting opportunity for a talented Administrator to join our dedicated fundraising team.
This is an incredible role at a prominent assistance dog charity where your role will be a part of our essential work that transforms lives every day.
What you will do
Hours: 37.5 hours per week.
Location: On-site at our purpose-built training centre in the rural countryside of Osgathorpe, Leicestershire. Please note due to our rural location, it is essential that you to have the ability to travel reliably to the training centre.
You will play a vital role within our Supporter Services function as part of the Individual Giving Team. You will be responsible for the excellent supporter care of our donors and for maintaining the accuracy and integrity of personal data held on Canine Partners’ primary customer relationship management (CRM) database. You will manage general administrative duties such as the daily banking processes, tasks and routines liaising with colleagues. You will support the Individual Giving team by managing the data administration in various areas including the Sponsor a Puppy Scheme, distributing welcome packs and other information. This is a great opportunity for someone wishing to start their career in the charity sector, where you can attend events, interact with supporters and play an important part in raising income, improving our systems and seeing the results of your work.
What we’re looking for:
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Knowledge of database systems and experience with database administrations and data entry.
- Proficient in the use of all Microsoft Office applications.
- The ability to write reports and evaluations using data.
- Excellent customer service skills and a commitment to excellence in supporter relationship management.
- Great interpersonal skills; strong team working skills, able to work collaboratively with colleagues.
- Excellent time management skills including managing multiple tasks simultaneously and work to deadlines.
- A proactive self-starter, able to use initiative to resolve problems and create solutions to improve results.
Most importantly, you will be passionate about the transformative impact that our assistance dogs provide to our beneficiaries.
We can offer you:
- 33 days annual leave allowance (inclusive of bank holidays)
- Pension scheme (matched up to 5%)
- Charity (occupational) sick pay
- Life assurance
- Wellbeing portal
- Employee assistance programme
- Free on-site parking
- Dog friendly offices
- Flexible working hours
If this sounds like the perfect role for you, we would be delighted to hear from you. Please apply online with a comprehensive CV and supporting statement explaining how you believe you match the requirements of the role.
Please note we may choose to close this advertisement early should we find a suitable candidate or if we receive a high volume of applications. Please be assured that we contact all candidates regarding the outcome of their application, this may take longer if we receive high volumes of applications.
Closing date: 2nd February 2026
First interviews are scheduled to take place on 9th February 2026 via video call.
Second interviews are scheduled to take place on 16th February 2026 in person at the National Training Centre.*These dates are subject to change.
We recognise the benefit of diverse experience and welcome and encourage applications from all sections of the community. We are a disability confident committed employer.
Work pattern: 21 hours per week, 3 x 7hr days per week including at least one weekend day
Salary: Up to £13,800 per year
Contract: Permanent
We are the UK’s largest cat welfare charity. All over the country, our passionate employees, volunteers and supporters are using their kindness and expertise to make life better for millions of cats and the people who care for them.
Will you join us and make life better for cats?
Responsibilities of our Rehoming and Welfare Assistant:
Carry out cleaning of cat pens, including litter trays, in the various sections of the centre
Feed and care for cats requiring additional medical or behavioural treatment as required. This also includes handling
Present a professional and friendly image to customers and visitors
As required, assist with veterinary runs, this may include driving the Cats Protection vehicle off-site
Work with volunteers to coach and guide them on cat care duties
Support with the scheduling and preparation of rehoming information, viewings and adoption of cats in care
About the centre team:
Our adoption and homing centres care for thousands of cats each year until they are able to find a loving new home.
Our team is made up of a Centre Manager, Deputy Centre Manager, Volunteer Team Leader, Receptionist and Rehoming and Welfare Assistants
What we’re looking for in our Rehoming and Welfare Assistant:
A full, manual driving license is essential as some driving of centre vans is required
An excellent communicator with strong empathy
Excellent customer service skills and experience of dealing with members of the public
Experience of animal welfare, including feeding, cleaning, medicating and handling and a high level of understanding of how to meet welfare needs of cats
Resilient with the ability to cope with potentially distressing and emotional situations
A positive attitude and good at working as part of a team
An understanding of health and safety and comfortable with manual handling tasks
What we can offer you:
range of health benefits
26 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with length of service
Salary Finance, which empowers you to take control of your financial wellbeing
Please note, we do not accept applications or speculative CVs from agencies.
Applications may close before the deadline, so please apply early to avoid disappointment. Please note, applications received after the closing date may not be responded to.
If you’re enthusiastic about this opportunity but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every requirement, we encourage you to apply anyway and demonstrate how your experience is transferrable. You may be just the right candidate.
If successful, your recruitment journey will include:
anonymised application form
in-person interview at the centre
Please note, the process may change slightly dependent on application numbers. We will inform you of any relevant changes.
Please email recruitment@cats.org.uk if you require any adjustments to be made for you to complete your application or to participate in the recruitment journey.
We operate a bias-free application process in our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion. To assess your application quickly, fairly and objectively, please fully complete the qualifications and work history sections of our online application form.
Redacted CVs may be accepted by exception.
We believe being an inclusive, diverse organisation - where we welcome diversity of thought, value individuals' experience and can reach and partner all areas of society - is crucial if we're to help more cats. Our ambition is to work together to promote a more inclusive environment, which attracts all candidates and signals our commitment to celebrate and promote diversity.
There’s a place for everyone at Cats Protection and we encourage applications from talented people across all communities.
Cats Protection is committed to safeguarding children and adults at risk and protecting anyone that comes into contact with us from harm. We expect all employees and volunteers to share this commitment. You may be subject to a criminal record check if required for the role.
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Work pattern: 32 hours per week, 8am-5pm, working every other weekend
Salary: Up to £21,028.57 per year
Contract: Permanent
We are the UK’s largest cat welfare charity. All over the country, our passionate employees, volunteers and supporters are using their kindness and expertise to make life better for millions of cats and the people who care for them.
Will you join us and make life better for cats?
Responsibilities of our Rehoming and Welfare Assistant:
Carry out cleaning of cat pens, including litter trays, in the various sections of the centre
Feed and care for cats requiring additional medical or behavioural treatment as required. This also includes handling
Present a professional and friendly image to customers and visitors
Support on reception, provide high levels of customer service and complete accurate documentation in regards to re-homing
As required, assist with veterinary runs, this may include driving the Cats Protection vehicle off-site
Work with volunteers to coach and guide them on cat care duties
Support with the scheduling and preparation of rehoming information, viewings and adoption of cats in care
About the centre team:
Our adoption and homing centres care for thousands of cats each year until they are able to find a loving new home.
Our team is made up of Centre Manager, Deputy Centre Manager, Receptionists, Rehoming and Welfare Assistants and a Volunteer Team Leader
What we’re looking for in our Rehoming and Welfare Assistant:
A full, manual driving license is essential as some driving of centre vans is required
An excellent communicator with strong empathy
Excellent customer service skills and experience of dealing with members of the public
Experience of animal welfare, including feeding, cleaning, medicating and handling and a high level of understanding of how to meet welfare needs of cats
Resilient with the ability to cope with potentially distressing and emotional situations
A positive attitude and good at working as part of a team
An understanding of health and safety and comfortable with manual handling tasks
What we can offer you:
range of health benefits
26 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with length of service
Salary Finance, which empowers you to take control of your financial wellbeing
Please note, we do not accept applications or speculative CVs from agencies.
Applications may close before the deadline, so please apply early to avoid disappointment. Please note, applications received after the closing date may not be responded to.
If you’re enthusiastic about this opportunity but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every requirement, we encourage you to apply anyway and demonstrate how your experience is transferrable. You may be just the right candidate.
If successful, your recruitment journey will include:
anonymised application form
in-person interview at the centre
Please note, the process may change slightly dependent on application numbers. We will inform you of any relevant changes.
Please email recruitment@cats.org.uk if you require any adjustments to be made for you to complete your application or to participate in the recruitment journey.
We operate a bias-free application process in our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion. To assess your application quickly, fairly and objectively, please fully complete the qualifications and work history sections of our online application form.
Redacted CVs may be accepted by exception.
We believe being an inclusive, diverse organisation - where we welcome diversity of thought, value individuals' experience and can reach and partner all areas of society - is crucial if we're to help more cats. Our ambition is to work together to promote a more inclusive environment, which attracts all candidates and signals our commitment to celebrate and promote diversity.
There’s a place for everyone at Cats Protection and we encourage applications from talented people across all communities.
Cats Protection is committed to safeguarding children and adults at risk and protecting anyone that comes into contact with us from harm. We expect all employees and volunteers to share this commitment. You may be subject to a criminal record check if required for the role.
Cookies are provided by all websites you visit. They are small pieces of information that software on a visitor's device (for example a web browser) can store and send them back to the website next time you visit to serve you with content and advertising that we think you will fi...