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United Kingdom, Southampton

The University of Southampton is inviting applications for a Research Fellow/ Senior Research Assistant in the area of homelessness and psychology. The successful candidate will join the Centre for Homelessness Research and Practice, located in the School of Psychology.

The Centre for Homelessness Research and Practice knits together research, education, training, and practice. It hosts a regional community of practice across the South East of England, as well as working with national and international partners. The Centre engages in policy engagement, addressing the complexity of homelessness by considering the interaction of individual and systemic factors. 

The successful applicant will undertake research in evaluating the effectiveness/impact of a large project aiming to increase psychological knowledge and expertise within the homelessness sector under the supervision of the award holder, and contribute administrative tasks related to the setting up of an community of practice subgroup focused on climate change and homelessness, as well as undertaking leadership, management and engagement activities.

The ideal candidate will have a track record in at least one of the following research areas: 

Developing and carrying out service evaluations

Homelessness and marginalised populations

Carrying out administrative tasks associated with specific research funding

Developing a community of practice

Applications for Research Fellow positions will be considered from candidates who are working towards or nearing completion of a relevant PhD qualification. The title of Research Fellow will be applied upon successful completion of the PhD. Prior to the qualification being awarded the title of Senior Research Assistant will be given.

This post is part time 10.5 hours per week and for a fixed term contract until 31/03/2026

A complete application should include (i) a CV, including a list of publications, (ii) a statement of research interests (1 to 2 pages), and (iii) the contact information of at least two referees.

Informal enquiries may be made to Becky Ward at r.j.ward@soton.ac.uk


University of Southampton

We have an exciting opportunity to join the team at the Health Services Library at Southampton General Hospital as a Customer Services Assistant. The successful candidate will deliver a high quality and professional customer service to everyone who interacts with our Library services. You will also form part of the University Library Enquiries team where you will answer customer queries in person, over the phone and in an online environment via a chat service and email.

Successful candidates will be entitled to 20 days annual leave per year plus University Closure Days (pro-rated for part time staff), a contributory pension scheme and a structured training programme.

The following shift patterns are available: Friday to Sunday 13.45-20.15.

This post is offered on a part time 19.5 hours per week, permanent contract.

If you would like more information about the role please contact Amanda Clayton, Library Site Manager A.C.Clayton@soton.ac.uk or Charlotte White, Customer Services Manager  C.J.White@soton.ac.uk.


United Kingdom, Guildford

Applications are invited for a Research Fellow to join Dr Lindsay Broadbent’s group in the Section of Virology, School of Biosciences, University of Surrey.

The role

This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a collaborative translational research project exploring the association of respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) infection and the development of childhood asthma. The successful candidate will use complex respiratory epithelial cell models grown and differentiated at air-liquid interface to explore virus-host interactions and subsequent innate immune responses and signalling pathways.

We are therefore looking for a highly motivated individual with or about to obtain a PhD in a biological science related subject, and proven ability in cell biology and virus research. A background in culturing primary cells and/or organoid systems, virology, innate immunology and transcriptomics would also be highly beneficial.

Our well-equipped laboratory is located in the School of Biosciences at the beautiful campus of the University of Surrey, close to London. The dynamic and growing Section of Virology is comprised of five research groups focused on the molecular and cellular basis of disease caused by a range of important human and animal pathogens including herpesviruses, poxviruses, SARS-CoV2, RSV and arboviruses.

What’s in it for you?

We think Surrey is a fantastic place to work with a beautiful, green campus, a picturesque lake (great for summertime picnics!) and fantastic sports facilities. In addition to a competitive salary, you will receive a yearly incremental pay rise, generous leave of 25 days holiday plus 7 university closure days and 8 bank holidays, a market leading pension, access to world-class leisure facilities, a range of travel schemes, and supportive family friendly benefits including an excellent on-site nursery.

How to apply

When completing the online application form, please ensure you include a cover letter.

For an informal discussion, please contact Dr Lindsay Broadbent (l.broadbent@surrey.ac.uk)

Interviews are likely to be held on the 13th or 16th December

We acknowledge, understand and embrace cultural diversity

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University of Surrey

£34,663 per annum inclusive of London Weighting

United Kingdom, London

Location
Stratford Campus

Salary
starting from £34,663 per annum inclusive of London Weighting

Post Type
Full Time

Post Type
Fixed Term

Contract Length
12 months

Closing Date
Thursday 28 November 2024

Interview Date
To be confirmed

Reference
2173-24-A

University of East London

Founded in 1898, we at the University of East London (UEL) are proud to change lives through education. Our goal is to advance industry 5.0 careers-first education and provide a clear path to the jobs and opportunities of the future. We’re committed to driving diversity in the 5.0 talent pipeline, working in partnership to promote talent wherever it is found and creating a balanced, inclusive, and green future.

But we can't achieve this goal alone. We need forward-thinking, innovative, and curious individuals like you to join our community and help us craft our future. As part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to work with a diverse range of people who share your passion for creating positive change. We’re an inclusive and welcoming community that is constantly moving forward, never satisfied with the status quo.

About Us

The Institute is located in Stratford, East London, in one of the most socioeconomically and demographically diverse areas in the world. A major focus of our research is investigating how early environments influence development. 

About the Job

This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on research experience in a well-funded, and internationally prominent, research group. In particular we are looking for candidates who are keen to gain experience prior to starting a PhD or research post in developmental, educational or clinical psychology or neuroscience.

An Institute Manager is required for the new Institute for the Science of Early Years (ISEY), a new centre currently being set up based on existing work from the UEL BabyDev Lab (www.uelbabydev.com), and other world-leading courses at UEL (e.g. the Educational and Child Psychology Prof Doc and Clinical Psychology Prof Doc, Psychology, Education). 

The post holder will be responsible for coordinating several ongoing research grants in early years neuroscience, including awards from the European Research Council, European Union, Economic and Social Research Councils UK, and Medical Research Council, as well as liaising with academic staff, local national and international educational bodies, commercial partners, clinical partners, local councils, journalists and media.

Duties will be highly varied, and will involve: managing recruitment of infant/child participants, coordinating a large and highly active group research including coordinating lab meetings, procurement, reports to grant holders, coordinating academic staff across the university, managing students and interns on research projects, managing the group’s state-of-the-art research facilities which include AR/VR, EEG, fNIRS, eyetracking, wearables, managing the centre’s social media channels, dealing with press inquiries, liaising with local education providers and clinical partners, and so on.  

About You

We are looking for candidates who are keen to gain experience prior to starting a PhD or research post in developmental, educational or clinical psychology or neuroscience. You will be responsible for coordinating several ongoing research grants in early years neuroscience, including awards from the European Research Council, European Union, Economic and Social Research Councils UK, and Medical Research Council, as well as liaising with academic staff, local national and international educational bodies, commercial partners, clinical partners, local councils, journalists and media.

We are looking for candidates who are keen to gain experience prior to starting a PhD or research post in developmental, educational or clinical psychology or neuroscience.  

Candidates with exceptional organisational, communication, and technical skills. Any of the following types of experience would be advantageous, experience working with infants and young children; experience of managing grants and grant reporting; managing social media channels; teamwork; ability to manage peers; ability to cope with a busy and fast-changing workload; excellent academic credentials; technical skills (use of EEG/fNIRS/eyetracking /physiology/wearables); programming skills (especially Matlab/Python).  

Benefits Package

Here at UEL we understand it’s about more than just a salary. It’s about the entire package on offer along with our outstanding work environment and inclusive culture. We know the market rates for this vacancy and will offer a genuinely competitive salary DOE.

We care deeply about your wellbeing and our benefits includes: 20% pension (4% from you, 16% from us), 35 days holiday (plus 3 days over Christmas) plus bank holidays, hybrid working for most positions, subsidised gym membership, 3 times base salary life assurance, a cashback healthcare scheme and wide variety of other generous benefits including discounts on: Apple and Samsung products, holidays, clothing, fitness, lifestyle, dining out and weekly shopping.

Equal Opportunities

UEL is an inclusive equal opportunities employer and are proud of our Equality, Diversity, and Inclusivity achievements, including: zero gender pay gap, members of Stonewall and have won Athena Swan awards. We expect all employees of UEL to accept our EDI policy and will not tolerate discrimination in any form.

So, if you’d like to take your career to the next level with us here at the University of East London and are inspired by our environment and committed to success, we want you to apply today!

Further Details

Job Description & Person Specification

To contact the recruitment team please phone +44 20 8223 3000 x 4600 or e-mail hrhub@uel.ac.uk

CVs without a completed application form will not be accepted.

At UEL we are committed to working together to build a community which values diversity in both our staff and student populations, is representative and inclusive, enabling all to progress and thrive.


University of East London

£22,154 to £23,463 per annum pro rata (0.6 FTE)

We are seeking to recruit a qualified Counsellor, Psychotherapist or Counselling Psychologist (BACP, UKCP or BPS registered, or eligible for such) to join our established multidisciplinary team working with students with wide ranging and sometimes complex issues. The role is offered on a part time, 3-day-a-week basis, for a 0.6 Full time Equivalent.

About 70% of our sessions are ‘One at a Time’, and we also support students with brief counselling contracts, and sometimes over the longer term, both face to face and via video. Some counsellors also offer phone, email and IM counselling, but this is optional.

We are offering:


	Being part of a dynamic and supportive team of counsellors
	Generous CPD allowance and additional training opportunities
	Paid for fortnightly supervision
	Multidisciplinary support with risk presentations from our ‘sister’ team of Mental Health Practitioners
	Generous annual leave and pension scheme
	A long-established culture of co-operation, mutual respect and continuous learning.


What we are looking for:


	Enthusiasm for delivering brief interventions, including One at a Time (OAAT) sessions. Training in OAAT can be provided by us.
	Some experience of working in Higher Education, Further Education or Youth Counselling
	Able to assess, manage and work therapeutically with crisis, risk and complex presentations
	Integrative and flexible therapeutic approach
	Able to bring new skills, life experience and fresh perspectives to our team
	Understanding and experience of promoting the Equality, Diversity and Inclusion agenda.


Core hours are 9am-5pm. Candidates must be able to attend campus for all their working hours.

We place great value on diversity and are seeking to increase the diversity within our University community and our team. We would strongly encourage applications from under-represented groups, such as counsellors from Black, Asian and minority ethnic groups, those with neurodiversity and those with disabilities. Appointment will be made on merit.

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