Total 33 Science / R&D / Research job vacancies in Newport, Wales, NP19 4RD

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac

This is a Fixed Term role until August 2025 working full-time

We are inviting you to apply for an exciting position within our Population, Psychiatry, Suicide and Informatics (PPSI) team. The role offers unique opportunities to contribute to cutting-edge mental health research led by Prof. Ann John, co-director of DATAMIND and leader of the Data Science theme at the Wolfson Centre for Young People’s Mental Health.

The successful applicant will be responsible for completing the mental health data landscape across the 4 nations, working closely with Prof. Ann John and the DATAMIND Programme Manager and external stakeholders as part of other UK wide initiatives.

If you are passionate about mental health, we are inviting you to submit an application for this position. It is anticipated that the successful applicant will be offered the role on an internal secondment basis.

What skills and experience we're looking for

Medina College (inc The Island VI Form) are seeking to appoint a qualified, enthusiastic and innovative Teacher of Mathematics. We are looking for an energetic, high quality NQT or more experienced teacher, with commitment and a clear vision that will lead to continued and sustained improvement for our students.

What the school offers its staff

Medina College is part of HISP MAT. HISP is early in its growth and the College is a fast-paced, fun and caring environment in which to work and there are excellent opportunities for personal and professional growth and development. We believe in building excellent educational environments that inspire and unlock potential in all of its school communities. There are multiple schools within the Trust, covering the age ranges from nursery to 19 with plans to expand.

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.

The Centre for Crop and Environmental Sciences (CCES) at Harper Adams University are looking to recruit a Research Assistant for the Vegetable Genetic Improvement Network (VeGIN) Project. This is one of five multi-million-pound Defra-funded crop improvement schemes which aim to improve crop resistance to environmental and biological challenges, thereby increased food production sustainability and climate-proofing the future development of agriculture.

VeGIN at HAU focusses on identifying tolerance to abiotic stresses such as drought, waterlogging, salinity and extremes of temperature, with the ultimate goal of creating future-proof vegetable varieties and strengthening food security.

We are looking for a dedicated research assistant to optimise and utilising phenotyping methodologies to screen a range of vegetable crop populations for beneficial traits in glasshouse and controlled environment settings. This includes optimal root system architecture, nutrient use efficiency, bolting, drought and heat tolerance. The researcher will then extract RNA from selected plant samples to allow us to investigate the underlying genetic basis of these traits.

The post is available on a fixed-term full-time contract for a duration of up to five years. We would be looking for the role to commence in January 2025.

This role will be based on-site. There is very limited scope for remote working in this role.

If you have any queries or questions or for an informal discussion, please contact Dr Andrew Beacham abeacham@harper-adams.ac.uk via e-mail or phone

For further information about the University or to see full job description, please visit our website at www.harper-adams.ac.uk

Application Procedure:
All applications should be completed and submitted using the Harper Adams e-Recruitment programme at http://jobs.harper-adams.ac.uk to be completed no later than midnight on 30 October 2024

Should you require any adjustments to complete your application for this role then please contact vacancies@harper-adams.ac.uk

If you do not yet have the right to work in the UK and/or are seeking sponsorship for a Skilled Worker visa in the UK, please follow this link https://www.gov.uk/browse/visas-immigration which contains further information about obtaining the right to work in the UK and details about eligibility for sponsorship for a Skilled Worker Visa.

Following the formation of the Future Farm in 2022, we have an exciting opportunity to join our team at Harper Adams University.

We are seeking an individual to fill the position of Poultry TSO. This person will work alongside The Monogastric Sector Manager and Deputy Sector Manager to run the poultry unit for teaching, research and commercial purposes. As a University, animal welfare is incredibly important to us, therefore the successful candidate will be responsible for the day-to-day jobs around the unit, including ensuring tasks adhere to protocol and assurance scheme requirements. We are seeking a diligent, detail-focused individual who takes pride in their work.

With ambitious plans for the monogastric sector, there has never been a better time to join our team.

Ideally you will hold a Biological/Agricultural/Environmental Science degree, BSc (Hons) or above, or equivalent experience along with a poultry passport level 2 or 3, or willing to work towards gaining the poultry passport

If you have any queries or questions or for an informal discussion, please contact Matthew Swaine via e-mail mswaine@harper-adams.ac.uk

For further information about the University or to see full job description, please visit our website at www.harper-adams.ac.uk

Application Procedure:

Applications should be made by completing the short online application form and attaching full CV using the Harper Adams e-Recruitment programme at http://jobs.harper-adams.ac.uk by no later than midnight on Sunday 27th October 2024. Please note that applications received with no CV attached, will not be considered.

If you do not yet have the right to work in the UK and/or are seeking sponsorship for a Skilled Worker visa in the UK, please follow this link https://www.gov.uk/browse/visas-immigration which contains further information about obtaining the right to work in the UK and details about eligibility for sponsorship for a Skilled Worker Visa.

The role of the Clinical Research Nurse/AHP is to take responsibility for the identification of clinical trials appropriate for our clinical services, the facilitation of these trials and once open, their ongoing management and care of patients and participants. The post holder will ensure that participant care, treatment, assessment, follow-up and data collection are co-ordinated according to the appropriate research protocols. The post holder will work as part of a Research team alongside Research Nurses and Allied Health Professionals, Research & Development Management team members, study teams and other key stakeholders but also closely with clinical departments. The role includes working autonomously, in a variety of settings. Please see attached for full job description and person specification.

The role of the Clinical Research Nurse/AHP is to take responsibility for the identification of clinical trials appropriate for our clinical services, the facilitation of these trials and once open, their ongoing management and care of patients and participants. The post holder will ensure that participant care, treatment, assessment, follow-up and data collection are co-ordinated according to the appropriate research protocols. The post holder will work as part of a Research team alongside Research Nurses and Allied Health Professionals, Research & Development Management team members, study teams and other key stakeholders but also closely with clinical departments. The role includes working autonomously, in a variety of settings. Please see attached for full job description and person specification.

We are recruiting for a Clinical Research Nurse/AHP,who wishes to join #TeamIOWNHS. You should share our passion and drive to ensure that our patients receive quality and compassionate care and work with us to ensure the Trust continues its journey towards great people, great place.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dynamic and enthusiastic individual to join the Core Research and Development Team.

If you would like to join a supportive team in a dynamic and exciting setting, where you can develop your skills and work with colleagues across the Trust then this role is for you.

The post holder will work as part of a growing, enthusiastic team of administrators, research nurses, and other research staff as part of the multi-disciplinary team supporting the delivery of research projects.

We require a person with excellent communication and interpersonal skills with an interest in developing specific skills to be a research nurse. You will be self-motivated and driven to work alongside the clinical and administrative staff ensuring patients a service of the highest quality.

In return, we can offer you a friendly working environment with professional support and training/development opportunities.

Contracted Hours: Full-Time (37.5 hours per week)

Interview date: To be confirmed

Attached you will find the person specification document which provides more detail about the essential and desirable skills and experience needed for this role. We highly recommend you review this document and use it when completing your application as these criteria are used by hiring managers as guidance during shortlisting.

For an overview of the main duties of the role please see the 'Job Description and Main Responsibilities' section below. To understand the day-to-day responsibilities in more detail please read the full job description document attached.

We are passionate about providing excellent CARE, which is why our values areCompassion,Accountable,Respect andEveryone counts. Our mission is to make sure that our community is at the heart of everything we do and that we hold our values across all our services.

We are committed to endorsing inclusion, diversity and multiculturalism throughout out services and as such, our procedures and policies ensure that applicants are always treated fairly throughout the recruitment process.

Why not come and see for yourself the CARE we give to our patients and staff. Apply to be part of our team today.

We serve a population of approximately 150,000 residents, making the services we offer variable and personalised with a flexible approach to our service users.

Working for our Trust brings a variety of benefits, including an onsite day nursery, cycle-to-work scheme, discounts at local businesses and gyms, and the opportunity to hire Trusts beach hut in Ryde. We offer flexible working opportunities, speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement for you and if it works for the service, we will do our best to make it work for you.

The Isle of Wight is a unique and stunning gem located off the South Coast of England, a short ferry journey from Portsmouth and Southampton, with journey times taking from as little as 10 minutes. London can be reached in 90 minutes by rail from Southampton or Portsmouth. The island offers an amazing coastline with beautiful countryside, year-round events, festivals and award-winning attractions.

Our 2020-2025 strategy sets out to ensure that we continue to be a provider of excellent and compassionate care. As part of this strategy, we are proactively taking steps to ensure that we recruit and retain the highest quality of talent to provide CARE and we would welcome applications from under-represented groups to ensure our Trust is an inclusive and diverse employer.

The role of the Clinical Research Nurse/AHP is to take responsibility for the identification of clinical trials appropriate for our clinical services, the facilitation of these trials and once open, their ongoing management and care of patients and participants.

The post holder will ensure that participant care, treatment, assessment, follow-up and data collection are co-ordinated according to the appropriate research protocols.

The post holder will work as part of a Research team alongside Research Nurses and Allied Health Professionals, Research & Development Management team members, study teams and other key stakeholders but also closely with clinical departments.

The role includes working autonomously, in a variety of settings.

Please see attached for full job description and person specification.


This advert closes on Tuesday 8 Oct 2024

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You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.

Fixed term for 36 months

Wrexham University is looking to appoint Research Fellow in Composite Materials Engineering. Initially this role will be located in the Advanced Composites Training and Development Centre, a joint activity with Airbus at the site in Hawarden where there is a state of the art composites facility. The university has secured funding through the North Wales Growth Deal for a new facility, the Enterprise Engineering and Optics Centre on the Plas Coch main site in Wrexham and the building programme is well advanced. The role will transfer to a purpose built facility within this building when it is completed.

The fellow will perform and lead high quality collaborative research, working both independently and as part of the research team and wider academic community to achieve the project goals. They will act as a research leader at the University, develop research objectives, projects and proposals. The ability to communicate in Welsh is desirable.

The facilities at present include an extensive array of thermal characterisation, SEM and FTIR microscopy as well as impact and mechanical testing. There is an array of microwave and radio frequency equipment reflecting the specialism of microwave curing for low carbon, fast cycle time processing of composites.

Wrexham University is a signatory to the Researcher Development Concordat and Research Integrity Concordat. The University is committed to the principles of these concordats and is dedicated to the development of researchers in all posts and upholding the highest standards of rigour and integrity in all aspects of research.

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37 hours per week
The college is seeking to appoint a technician to support the delivery of the Science curriculum within the school of Care at the City of Newport Campus.
Your main responsibilities will include ensuring stock levels are maintained and the ordering of materials is carried out within the remit of managing a tight budget. Staff and learners are fully supported to ensure teaching, learning and assessment activities are effectively delivered. Equipment is cleaned and the laboratories run efficiently on a day-to-day basis. The successful candidate must have the ability to work closely as part of a team and also ensure Health & Safety is adhered to at all times.
Applications may be submitted in Welsh and will not be treated less favourably than applications submitted in English
The College is committed to safeguarding, ensuring the safety and welfare of children and young people. Employment is subject to a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service and registration with the Education Workforce Council if appropriate.
Please note that successful candidates will be expected to pay for the Enhanced Disclosure and registration with the Education Workforce Council (EWC).
At Coleg Gwent we are committed to providing a working environment which embraces diversity and which promotes equality of opportunity. This is underpinned by the Equality Act 2010 and will be adhered to at each stage of the recruitment process.
Our goal is to ensure these commitments are also embedded in our day-to-day working practices with our learners, colleagues, and partners.
We know the most successful teams are the most diverse teams. Equality, diversity, and inclusion provide the very foundation to our culture at Coleg Gwent. We want every individual to feel confident, proud, and able to bring their whole selves to work.
We are committed to being an anti-racist organisation and increasing diversity in the College by removing barriers and supporting all our staff to reach their potential. To ensure an improved representation in our workforce, applications are particularly welcome from minority groups including Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic people, Females, LGBTQ+, non-binary and people with disabilities. Together we continue to build a workplace that not only celebrates the diverse voices of our colleagues but also represents the communities we serve.
We welcome applications from candidates who speak languages other than English and everyone regardless of age, marriage and civil partnership (both same sex and opposite sex), impairment or health condition, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, gender identity or gender expression in line with our Equality Opportunities policy. All campuses are accessible and facilities such as prayer rooms are available.
We are a Disability Confident Employer and affiliates of the Black Leadership Group. Key to supporting this work and providing peer support are 6 Board sponsored Staff Networks (Enabled, Men’s Alliance, Women Together, Cynefin, LGBTQ+ and Race Alliance).
What brings us together?
We are committed to building a culture of inclusion that empowers our people to thrive and fosters a sense of belonging.
To support the College in being a respectful community we have an Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (ED&I) steering group. Hear our ED&I Champions talk about why they are so passionate about equality, diversity, and inclusion – Link in attached document.
Your wellbeing matters.
Your wellbeing is important to us. We want to ensure you are able to make the most of the opportunities and reach your full potential. From a programme of wellbeing activities throughout the year underpinned by the Headspace app for all staff which has a diverse selection of meditations that aim to fulfil both beginners and long-time meditators needs and preferences to Partners who are trained mental health champions, to subsidised gym access, we’re determined to create an environment that supports everyone’s mental and physical health.
Closing Date: 15/09/24
Interview Date: 27/09/24

The role of the Clinical Research Nurse is to take responsibility for the identification of clinical trials appropriate for our clinical services, the facilitation of these trials and once open, their ongoing management and care of patients and participants. The post holder will ensure that participant care, treatment, assessment, follow-up and data collection are co-ordinated according to the appropriate research protocols. The post holder will work as part of a Research team alongside Research Nurses and Allied Health Professionals, Research & Development Management team members, study teams and other key stakeholders but also closely with clinical departments. The role includes working autonomously, in a variety of settings. Please see attached for full job description and person specification.

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.

About Our Client: 

• Our client is a pioneer in the new clinical research and RWE world that puts patients at the heart of the healthcare ecosystem.
• Through a recent acquisition with a company that is equally passionate about the importance of patient empowerment and engagement in healthcare transformation, they are on the path of merging biopharma, medical, and digital technology development with medical care using patient data.
• With its unparalleled technology and data capabilities that deliver the full spectrum of patient-centric services that help providers, payers and suppliers uncover opportunities, accelerate innovation, and improve outcomes for patients.

About the Role:

Client Relationship Manager

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients and potential clients
• Generate new business opportunities with support from the Marketing team
• Utilise CRM tools to track and manage client interactions and opportunities
• Set up specific commercial actions, participate in congresses, conferences or customer meetings
• Prepare, present, and follow up on service offers, proposals, and quotes
• Negotiate contracts and work with internal teams to ensure smooth order processing
• Address client concerns and resolve any issues or escalations
• Foster and manage key partnerships, including overseeing global actions for major accounts in order to set up privileged partnerships (through MSA (Master Service Agreement), prices lists, Governance plan).
• Track and report on performance to assess success and areas for improvement

Study Manager:

• Lead project delivery by coordinating effectively with both external (Sponsors, CROs, Investigators) and internal (Data Management, Logistics, Quality Assurance) stakeholders
• Plan and monitor project timelines, deliverables, and budgets while managing associated risks
• Address and resolve customer complaints and scope changes in projects
• Provide regular updates and insights to internal teams and sponsors to ensure alignment and project success. 

More Information: 

• Permanent full-time role
• Start date: ASAP
• Location: Sydney, Australia
• Working arrangement: hybrid of 3 office days and 2 WFH

• Must have full- working rights in Australia!
• Bachelor Degree or equivalent, in International Business or in Chemistry
• At least 2-3 years of experience in customer-fronting sales experience
• Experienced in B2B Sales activity from identifying the potential customers, making sales call plan and appointments, delivering sales calls and sales pitch, finding solutions for the customers, following up customers
• Excellent communication skills
• Good negotiation skills, with a grasp of the legal issues associated with contracts

We have 3 Fixed Term position until March 2026. These are a combination of Research Assistant and Research Officer positions, you will be appointed to the role most suitable for you.

The successful applicants will be based in a thriving mental health research team with over £40M in joint funding over the last five years, where you will be able to learn new skills and will be supported throughout your career development. You will apply your research, analytical and/or programming expertise to answer mental health related questions. Your work will result in the publication of research findings as policy briefings and high-impact journal papers.

The team is led by Prof. Ann John and focuses on child and adolescent mental health and suicide and self-harm prevention. Prof. Ann John is chair of the National Advisory Group on suicide and self-harm prevention to Welsh Government, member of SAGE, Trustee of the Samaritans. She is also co-director of DATAMIND, Principle Investigator of the National Centre for Mental Health (NCMH), leads the Data Science theme in the Wolfson Centre for Young People’s Mental Health, focussing on reducing anxiety and depression in young people and also co-leads the Data and Digital theme of the Mental Health Mission that aims at enabling data and digital technologies to be used efficiently and consistently in the development and evaluation of new treatments for mental health disorders.


You will join Prof. John’s team and work with data resources such as the Secure Anonymised Information Linkage (SAIL) Databanks at Swansea University. SAIL is a research Centre of Excellence that brings together a breadth of multi-disciplinary partners through catalytic collaboration. It is a safe haven for billions of person-based records, spanning up to 20 years from the entire population of Wales, which enables researchers to answer important questions for the benefit of society.

The post-holder will have a background in clinical epidemiology and/or health data science and have enthusiasm and aptitude for working with mental health related data. Preferably, you will be experienced in the use of large relational databases through SQL, be fluent in a programming language such as R, Stata or Python, and have knowledge of routine big data such as GP records and hospital admissions.