Total 14 Science / R&D / Research job vacancies in North Shields

What skills and experience we're looking for

Are you ready for an exciting role as part of our successful Computer Science and Business Studies team? This is a superb opportunity for an aspiring, imaginative and inspirational teacher to join an established team which achieves very good results. The successful candidate will work in a caring and forward-thinking school where students achieve and make sustained progress as a result of our ‘can do’ ethos.

This role would be suitable for a teacher looking to start their career as an ECT in September, 2025. We offer excellent support and development, with a significantly reduced teaching load for ECTs, and we work with the Exchange Teaching Hub, to ensure you continue to develop into an outstanding teacher.

What the school offers its staff

If successful, we offer you the opportunity to work in a supportive environment, where your contribution to the Computing team and the school as a whole, will be valued. Working in a friendly, aspirational school community, we invite you to join us in our commitment to inspire every student with the skills, resilience, independence and confidence they need to achieve their potential. As a school, we have an extensive CPD programme to support you in your career. We also provide all our staff with a laptop computer.

Excellent learning and teaching is at the heart of all that we do and is supported with a full professional development programme, an outstanding induction programme, and a forward-thinking approach to staff wellbeing.

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.

What skills and experience we're looking for

Role: Teacher of Computer Studies/Business Studies

Academy: Outwood Academy Riverside

Start Date: 01 January 2025

Salary (Actual Salary): MPS/UPS

About the Academy:

Outwood Academy Riverside, founded in September 2020 through the Free Schools Programme, implements the Riverside values program for all students at the start of every academic year.

The academy is dedicated to the wide variety of students who enrol, ensuring strong routines and top-notch pastoral care for all pupils.

Located at Russell Street, Middlesbrough, Outwood Academy Riverside is set to have a new school built on Pioneering Way close to Middlesbrough College. Additionally,we have a satellite site in Eston which opened in September 2024 as the school continues to grow.

About the Department:

We are seeking a passionate and enthusiastic Teacher of Computing to join our growing department.This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who believes in the transformative power of computing in the modern world and is eager to inspire the next generation of digital innovators.

Candidates will be required to:

• Plan and deliver high-quality computing lessons across KS3 and KS4
• Engage and motivate students to develop a deep understanding of computing principles and their real-world applications
• Contribute to the development of an inclusive and supportive learning environment
• Collaborate with colleagues to ensure students achieve their full potential

We offer the opportunity to join a growing department dedicated to excellence in computing education. We have top quality resourcesto enhance your teaching and students' learning experiences, as well as access to continuousprofessional developmentopportunities.

We are looking for a person with a genuine passion for computing and its role in shaping the future with strong communication and classroom management skills.

About the role:

As a subject teacher you will be required to complete the professional duties that are expected of a UK qualified Teacher in accordance with academy policies and procedures and your subject specialism.

You should promote the achievement of high standards through effective teaching and learning within your subject area, including the preparation, application and development of lesson resources in alignment with the curriculum, as directed by your department head and senior leaders within the academy.

You will be responsible for effective classroom management and the coordinator of class work with any classroom support staff that are present. You must evaluate lessons and incorporate student views and responses to reflect and identify areas of development.

Applicants must hold UK QTS, if trained overseas, have the relevant evidence that your qualification equates to UK QTS.

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What the school offers its staff

What will we do for you?

The Academy benefits from being part of the Outwood Family of Schools and you will be joining a highly innovative, inspirational and ambitious organisation. The Trust guarantees every member of staff CPD and development opportunities.

• A competitive salary with pay progression
• A fantastic pension and additional benefits
• Flexible family friendly policies from day one
• Wellbeing and Employee Assistance Programme
• Our Workload Charter with guaranteed CPD every week and much more (for teaching roles)

Commitment to safeguarding

Outwood Grange Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are made in accordance with safer recruitment practices and the statutory guidance in Keeping Children Safe in Education. Online checks will be carried out on all shortlisted candidates, and all appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and checks regarding suitability to work with children.

Research Intern for  a Leading Australian Funding Solutions Provider

 

About the Company:

• Our client is dedicated to fueling the growth of Australian businesses by helping them secure grants, awards, and traineeships.
• Trusted by businesses across various industries, our client specialises in identifying opportunities and challenges that can unlock funding and recognition.
• They provide end-to-end management, from identifying opportunities and crafting tailored strategies to handling applications and delivering measurable results.

 

About the Role:

This internship offers an exciting opportunity to gain hands-on experience in grant research, proposal development, and project coordination. You’ll work closely with the team to identify funding opportunities, manage application processes, and support clients in achieving their business goals.

 

Key Responsibilities:

• Grant and Awards Research: Identify and track funding and business award opportunities suitable for various industries.
• Proposal Development: Assist in creating tailored grant proposals in collaboration with the account management team.
• Application Management: Monitor application statuses, report outcomes, and maintain clear communication with stakeholders.
• Traineeship Coordination: Work with external providers to organise traineeship programs and complete related administrative tasks.
• Calendar Management: Maintain a centralised schedule of opportunities and ensure timely updates for stakeholders.
• Reporting and Admin Support: Prepare reports on grant activities and support the team with general administrative tasks.

 

More Info:

• Location: North Sydney
• Type: Part-time internship of at least 3 days per week
• Duration: 6 months
• Work Arrangement: Office-based
• Start Date: mid January 2025
• Allowance: monthly allowance will be provided to support some expenses during internship

 

• Currently studying or recently graduated in Business, or a related field.
• Finance or Economics background is preferred. 
• Strong research and analytical skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Detail-oriented and organised, with the ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Familiarity with grants or funding processes is a plus.
• Enthusiastic and proactive, with a passion for helping businesses grow.

This is a Department built entirely for children and young people and their communities.  Our ultimate goal is to work together to ensure that every child and young person in Tasmania is known, safe, well and learning.
The child is at the centre of everything we do and the way we do it.
Duties
To implement and manage appropriate learning programs for students and to assess individual student progress. To assist the Principal in the general educational leadership, management and administration of a particular sector of a school or college.
Period of Appointment
Ongoing - Start date of 3 February
Applicants should be aware that for twelve (12) months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill any subsequent full-time or part-time vacancies in accordance with Employment Direction 1.
Hours per fortnight
70 hours per fortnight
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(Insurance) Managing the assessing function of the organisation, including the management of loss assessor staff to ensure all damages are assessed promptly and appropriately.
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This position is a Principal Investigator at Northern Prairie Wildlife Research Center. The scientist develops and implements innovative research on grassland ecosystems, sustainable reconstruction and restoration of plant communities, the plant materials needed to complete those restorations, and the variety of ecosystem services they provide. The geographical emphasis is the Northern Great Plains and Upper Midwest. The objective of the research is to develop new approaches and provide scientific support for natural resource managers to address issues related to grassland restoration and management. Along with conducting new field studies, the scientist will synthesize and analyze existing data to develop decision support tools regarding grassland restoration and management. The scientist must be interested in collaborative research to address applied, conservation-relevant questions.

As a Research Ecologist within the Northern Prairie Wildlife Research Center, some of your specific duties will include:

• Design, obtain funding, plan, and execute studies on the ecology, restoration, and management of grassland plants and ecosystems.
• Collaborate with other researchers and managers to conduct quantitative analyses of data from experiments, monitoring, and other sources.
• Disseminate results of investigations by publishing them in peer-reviewed scientific and technical journals.
• Work with resource managers to identify research and monitoring needs and to advance grassland restoration, management, and conservation.
• Develop independently a research program on grassland ecosystems using and combining a range of disciplines, such as: restoration ecology, plant population and community ecology, multi-trophic interactions, quantitative ecology, adaptive management, decision analysis and support, data analytics, and statistics.
• Identify and outline products and prepares scientific papers for publication in professional peer-reviewed journals and make oral presentations at professional meetings.
• Represents NPWRC and the USGS on technical committees focused on complex issues affecting grassland reconstruction, restoration, management, and conservation.
• Operates a government vehicle as an incidental driver.

Starting at $86,962 Per Year (GS 12-13)

BASE Facility at the Australian Institute for Bioengineering and Nanotechnology (AIBN)
Full-time (100%), fixed-term professional research position for up 12 months
Base salary will be in the range $78, - $87, 17% Superannuation (HEW Level 5)
Based at our Translational Research Institute facilities in Dutton Park

About This Opportunity 
In this role, you will provide technical research support and subject matter expertise in support of mRNA manufacturing and encapsulation processes. You will perform analytical methods to assess the quality and characteristics of mRNA products throughout the manufacturing process. This role plays a crucial part in supporting mRNA manufacturing processes and ensuring the production of high-quality mRNA products in our cutting-edge manufacturing facility.
Key responsibilities will include: 

Coordinate aspects of mRNA products manufacturing, including template synthesis, purification, IVT processes and formulation.
Validate and execute analytical assays for the
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• Performs analyses and develops reports on biomedical, scientific, and health policy issues.
• Performs quantitative and qualitative data analysis as well as literature reviews and prepares reports for presentation to leadership, professional and scientific organizations, and journals.
• Maintains awareness of scientific advances and legislative developments regarding the national health status and issues having implications for current and planned health research and research training programs.
• Prepares background materials for senior staff that capture the current state of knowledge in scientific and policy-areas, and provides staff support for special science policy, research program planning, or evaluation.

Starting at $90,744 Per Year (GS 12)

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are looking to appoint an outstanding Qualified Teacher to join our successful Science Department on a temporary, maternity cover contract. This is a fantastic opportunity for a talented, dynamic and ambitious ECT or experienced professional.

The successful applicant must:

• be passionate and committed to improving teaching and learning.
• have excellent interpersonal and presentational skills.
• be receptive to change and have the ability to work under pressure.
• be able to work well as part of a welcoming, hard-working and committed team.
• maximise the potential of students of all abilities.
• have a passion for the subject and the ability to share this with young people.
• be able to teach to A level and all abilities.

What the school offers its staff

We offer a range of benefits, including:

• Full access to Teacher’s Pension Scheme (TPS)
• Training and development opportunities (CPD)
• Access to Cycle to Work scheme
• Access to an employee benefit scheme, which offers discounts across a range of products and services from health and wellbeing to leisure and retail.
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme with 24/7 helpline for free and confidential advice

You will find us to the north of the historic city of York in an excellent learning environment with superb facilities.

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.

Can you respond to issues and challenges calmly? Are you experienced in coordinating operational teams? Would you like to work for a world-class Museum?

About us
The National Railway Museum is not only famous for its unrivalled collections but also for its visitor care. The Operations department is an integral part of the Museum which demands the highest standards of customer service and care to maximise the customers' enjoyment of the museum.

About the role
We are now recruiting for a Duty Manager to join the team on a full time (35 hours), 8 month fixed term contract.

As Duty Manager, you will play a key role in upholding our standards and ensuring a fantastic experience for our visitors. Working closely with colleagues across all operational departments, you will ensure a smooth and efficient operations including the enjoyment, security, experience, well-being and Health and Safety of the Museum visitors, colleagues and contractors.

You will act as a floor-based manager delivering routine museum operations, as well as overseeing and coordinating responses to operational problems that arise during public opening hours. You will be able to operate independently when required as the senior manager on-site, ensuring that all KPIs and service standards are met.

This contract is due to start at the beginning of February 2025.
Salary: £26,436 per annum

About you
Whether you have gained your experience in hospitality, a security setting or even in a supermarket, we are open to how you have developed a flexible approach to managing multiple tasks whilst responding to the daily operational requirements.

With exposure to coordinating operational teams, you have experience of ensuring excellent service standards are maintained. As you will be responsible for the Museum floor, you will bring a solid understanding of health and safety standards; the ability to identify hazards and potential issues and ensuring appropriate action and escalation is taken.

Previous experience of incident control will also be helpful. Ultimately, you'll be passionate about exceptional customer service and will be able to inspire the same passion in others.

Don't feel you meet all the criteria? We welcome you to apply even if your experience doesn't match directly. With your transferable skills, you could be the right candidate for this, or other opportunities that we have.

Applying
View the Vacancy Information Pack listed under 'Attachments' on the vacancy listing on our website for more details about the role and the application process or click 'Apply Online' to submit an application.

What we offer
Working with a world-leading museum group that offers access to truly unique environments and collections, you'll benefit from the perks listed below, as well as full support for life events such as parental and adoption leave, sickness, and career breaks.

• Meaningful work. We're a mission-led organisation where the work you do supports us in Inspiring Futures.
• Career growth. We offer enhanced support with personal and professional development.
• Work/life balance. We offer 27 days annual leave in addition to bank holidays, along with flexible policies which support you and your home life.
• Health & Dental Insurance. Extra peace of mind, from day one.
• All our colleagues can access an employee assistance programme, access to the Unmind app, and other wellbeing support.
• Enhanced contributory pension. To support you in saving for the future.
• Interest-free loans. When you need a little extra cash for life events or home improvements.
• Great discounts. Free entry to exhibitions, discounts in our shops, cafes, and access to other museums in the NMDC network.

Open for All is one of the Science Museum Group's five core values and sets out our important aspiration to be a place for everyone. We are working hard to understand our organisation better and to develop a culture that recognises and values different backgrounds, mindsets, skills, experience, knowledge, and expertise. By having greater diversity, we believe that we will be a stronger and better organisation, capable to continue to Inspire Futures.

Department for Education, Children and Young People
Schools and Early Years
Schools (Northern Region)


Applications must be submitted by Sunday 01 December, :55 PM

Position details



Applications close:
Sunday 1 December, :55 PM AEST



Award/Classification:

Teaching Service (Tasmanian Public Sector) Award - Advanced Skills Teacher Band 2



Salary:

$121,810 per annum



Employment type:
Permanent, full-time



Region:
North West



Job description:

To implement and manage appropriate learning programs for students and to assess individual student progress. To assist the Principal in the general educational leadership, management and administration of a particular sector of a school or college.





This is a Department built entirely for children and young people and their communities. 

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• Keep restrooms in clean, orderly and sanitary condition.
• Keep a stock of cleaning materials and equipment needed to do the work.
• Wash and replace blinds, and wash ceiling fixtures and room partitions, using ladders and scaffolds.
• Clean, disinfect and deodorize lavatories, urinals and toilet bowls.

Starting at $17.77 Per Hour (WG 2)

The typical seasonal entry-on-duty period for National Parks of Eastern North Carolina is March through September but can be variable during these months due to weather conditions, project needs, or funding. Anticipated Entry on Duty: March 23, 2024.

Pay Rate by Location:

Buxton, North Carolina: $40,132 per year.
Nags Head, North Carolina: $40,132 per year.
Ocracoke, North Carolina: $39,576 per year.

Major Duties:

Assists in conducting wildlife censuses and surveys and assembles basic information on wildlife
populations such as habitat use, sex, age structure, seasonal movement, and harvest characteristics.

Collects data on condition of forage, range, or streams; and makes preliminary determinations on the
cause of problems noted, e.g., drought, overpopulations, toxins. Seeks assistance for situations not
covered by instructions or guidelines.

Assists in the preparation of reports, plans, and guidelines on such issues as recreational use
or hunting limits by collecting and compiling the specified data.

Uses standard statistical methods and procedures in performing routine and recurring testing of the field
data collected, and applies these findings in assisting with the preparation of reports relating to field
activities.

Enters and retrieves data from Geographic Information System (GIS) and/or other information
management systems. Prepares graphs, charts and illustrations for reports and technical publications
using computer software.

Monitors and assists in control of wildlife. Participates in the capture of wildlife, applies visual and radio
tags, and gathers physiological and spatial data on wildlife.

Utilizes databases to enter and organize collected field data and uses standard statistical methods in the
preparation of draft reports; enters and retrieves data from a geographic information system (GIS) and
other information management systems; uses a variety of computer software programs to prepare
graphs, charts and illustrations for reports and technical publications.

Recommends modifications to field activity procedures to accomplish project objectives; and prepares
draft reports and correspondence relating to field activities and results.

Provides logistical support and area orientation for contract or cooperating scientists; and provides
technical information to cooperators regarding past and ongoing field activities in their specialty area.

Provides advice, assistance, and training to lower graded technicians, volunteers, and/or YCC enrollees
in gathering field data, including proper and safe handling of equipment and tools and operation of
motorized vehicles.

Interacts with visitors, the general public and attends and participates in meetings with landowners,
interest groups and local units of government.

Adheres to established control/quality assurance protocols and safety procedures.

AREA INFORMATION:

The Outer Banks are comprised of several beach destination towns including Manteo, Nags Head, Kill Devil Hills, Kitty Hawk, Buxton, and Ocracoke. The beaches and Albemarle and Pamlico sounds provide exceptional recreational opportunities such as fishing, surfing, boating, and many other watersports. There are highly rated elementary, middle, and high schools and numerous extracurricular activities available for children. The Outer Banks has modern conveniences such as grocery stores, retail shopping, banks, a hospital, and many restaurants. The cost of living on the Outer Banks is somewhat expensive as compared to other eastern North Carolina communities. The Outer Banks Chamber of Commerce (www.outerbankschamber.com) and the Outer Banks Visitors Bureau (www.outerbanks.org) websites can provide additional community information.

Cape Hatteras National Seashore (www.nps.gov/caha): Cape Hatteras National Seashore was designated as the first National Seashore in the Park Service.

Starting at $39,576 Per Year (GS 5)

• Collect diverse streams of biophysical data necessary for estimating greenhouse gas mitigation potential of cropland management practices in the northern Great Plains.
• Screen collected data following established Quality Assurance /Quality Control guidelines and prepare basic summaries for visual inspection.
• Organize and format data using Findable, Accessible, Interoperable, and Reusable (FAIR) principles for data management and stewardship.

Starting at $49,025 Per Year (GS 7-9)