Total 3 Education / Training job vacancies in Exeter

Faculty of Environment Society and Economy

The above EPSRC full-time post is available on a fixed term basis from the 16th of January 2025 till the 15th of June 2028 in the Faculty of Physics (starting and initial dates can be adjusted upon request).


The post
The Faculty wishes to recruit a Postdoctoral Research Fellow to participate in the EPSRC EP/Z534250/1 project “Quantum Information with mechanical systems” and join the groups of Dr. Luca Dellantonio and Prof. Simon Horsley in the Physics department. The project aims at designing and operating novel optomechanical devices that are capable of quantum information processing. This includes the design, the fabrication and the characterization of these devices. The Applicant will be responsible for the theoretical side, that includes (1) the analytical and numerical investigations of the systems and (2) devising the protocols that will be employed by experimentalists to run these novel optomechanical devices.

The successful applicant will perform research in the field of quantum optics and quantum computing. The Applicant will engage with experimental groups at the Universities of Exeter and Lancaster contributing to the realization and characterization of these devices. We welcome Applicants with background in various research subjects, including but not limited to quantum optics, material design, and machine learning.

The duties of the post will include performing research (numerical and analytical calculations), writing and publishing original scientific papers, as well as taking part in weekly group meetings and yearly project meetings. Regular participation in international conferences is planned throughout the project. We offer an opportunity to join a dynamic and rapidly developing group of scientists that work together in a constructive, positive, and inclusive environment.

About you
The successful applicant will be able to develop research objectives in the relevant areas of physics, work collaboratively, and co-supervise younger researchers. They will have excellent writing skills, desire to self-study, and will be goal-oriented. During the project, the applicant is expected to learn or improve the skills that are required to acquire independence as a researcher.

The project provides funding for participating in several conferences each year. In these conferences, the candidate will share the results of the group to an international audience, build their own network, and facilitate new collaborations with leading scientists in the relevant fields. The candidate will also be encouraged to participate in external stays at leading institutions with which the group is routinely collaborating. Interactions with other groups in Exeter is also supported. The research environment at the University of Exeter is very alive, with regular meetings for theorists at the department and social events.

Please ensure you read the Job Description and Person Specification for full details of this role.

What we can offer you
• Freedom (and the support) to pursue your intellectual interests and to work creatively across disciplines to produce internationally exciting research;
• Support teams that understand the University wide research and teaching goals and partner with our academics accordingly
• An Innovation, Impact and Business directorate that works closely with our academics providing specialist support for external engagement and development
• Our Exeter Academic initiative supporting high performing academics to achieve their potential and develop their career
• A multitude of staff benefits including sector leading benefits around maternity, adoption and shared parental leave (up to 26 weeks full pay), Paternity leave (up to 6 weeks full pay), and a Fertility Treatment Policy
• A beautiful campus set in the heart of stunning Devon

The University of Exeter
We are a member of the prestigious Russell Group of research-intensive universities and in the top 200 universities in the world (Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2024 and QS World University Ranking 2024). We combine world-class teaching with world-class research, achieving a Gold rating in the Teaching Excellence Framework Award 2023, underpinned by Gold ratings for Student Experience and Student Outcomes.

Our world-leading research impact has grown more than any other Russell Group university in recent years, and we are home to some of the world’s most influential researchers, seeking to answer some of the most fundamental issues facing humankind today. More than 99 percent of our research is of international quality and 47 percent is world-leading (2021 Research Excellence Framework).



Our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Commitment
We are committed to ensuring reasonable adjustments are available for interviews and workplaces.

Whilst all applicants will be judged on merit alone, we particularly welcome applications from groups currently underrepresented within our working community.


Further information
For further information please contact Dr Luca Dellantonio (l.dellantonio@exeter.ac.uk) and/or Prof. Simon Horsley (s.horsley@exeter.ac.uk).

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What skills and experience we're looking for

We are seeking three excellent teachers who are keen to join our school and make a difference to the children and community of Exwick Heights.

What the school offers its staff

Exwick Heights is a large and vibrant Primary School on the edge of Exeter. We provide an excellent education to over 500 pupils and place personal development at the heart of all that we do. We encourage our children to dream and we believe that with kindness, curiosity and determination anything is possible! Developing teachers to be the best that they can be is a priority for us and we offer incremental coaching linked to our ambitious curriculum and teaching model as standard, as well as opportunities for in school leadership and to work with colleagues across our Trust.

Further details about the role

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed. Please contact admin@exwickheights.devon.sch.uk

Visit dates: Thursday 14th November 2024 @ 9.30am & Monday 18th November @ 1.30pm

Full details and an online application can be made here: Ted Wragg Multi-Academy Trust - Vacancies (tedwraggtrust.co.uk)

For an Informal conversation please contact: admin@exwickheights.devon.sch.uk

Closing date: Sunday 24th November 2024

Interviews week commencing 2nd December 2024

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Job Advert

Salary: £45,000 per annum

Hours: 37.5 hrs per week, Monday to Friday

Location: Head office in Exeter, with opportunities to work remotely.

Duration: 2-year Fixed Term Contract





THE ROLE

Coordinating research activities at the Centre for Post Collision Care, the Senior Research Coordinator will deliver key
objectives related to road injury research and global health efforts by collaborating with academic institutions and establishing
partnerships with universities and international research bodies. Driving strategic project planning, you will mentor junior
researchers, ensuring project alignment and high-quality research output whilst fostering a culture of academic growth. As part of
the role, you will represent the Centre at meetings, conferences and international forums, including WHO and UN events.



THE CANDIDATE

Will have a business / management qualification or degree and a strong background in strategic research planning as well as
experience in research project coordination and team management. Proficient IT skills to include Microsoft Outlook, Excel and
Teams. The ideal candidate will have experience with grant writing and securing research funding.





THE PACKAGE

Salary: £45,000 per annum.

As a valued member of the team you will have access to a wide range of employee benefits including:

- 25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays (pro rata), rising to 27 days with length of service
- Occupational Maternity/Paternity & Adoption leave

- Paid time off for fertility treatment
- Pension scheme, 6% employer contributions
- Occupational sick pay scheme
- Counselling and financial wellbeing services

- Access to electric vehicle lease cars through salary sacrifice

Find out more about our staff benefits here [https://careers.daat.org/benefits].

Alongside our excellent staff benefits, we will support your ongoing development to build your skills, experience and career.





MORE INFORMATION AND HOW TO APPLY

To apply, please visit our careers page here [https://careers.daat.org/], scroll down to 'Senior Research Coordinator' and click
'Apply for this job'.

The closing date for applications is midday on 4th December 2024.

Interviews will be held in person at Head Office, Exeter, on Monday 16th December.




What's the recruiting process like at DAA? Learn about your experience as a candidate here
[https://careers.daat.org/our-interview-process].

Please note, only your application form will be used for shortlisting, so it is worth ensuring everything you want to include is
covered in the application form.




If you would like to find out more about the role, please contact recruitment@daat.org [Trusteerecruitment@daat.org] to find out
more information.





Due to the nature of this role, offers of employment are subject to a satisfactory basic DBS check and references.




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