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  • Estates Fire Officer - Estates - 106253 - Grade 7  

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    Summary The Estates Fire Officer will be the key strategic and technic... Read More
    Summary The Estates Fire Officer will be the key strategic and technical lead for all aspects of fire. The post holder will help define our resource structures and PPM requirements, lead on prioritising building fabric LTM investment, and provide technical input into our design guides. The post holder will provide professional expertise and leadership on fire safety matters, supporting compliance with all relevant legislation, including the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, the Fire Safety Act 2021, and subsequent regulations.The role involves helping develop and implementing the University’s fire safety strategy, policies, and procedures, ensuring a safe environment for students, staff, and visitors. This includes advising on building design and refurbishment projects, overseeing fire prevention and protection systems, and ensuring that appropriate maintenance, testing, and inspection regimes are in place.The Estates Fire Officer will help act as a point of contact with enforcing authorities (such as the Fire and Rescue Service), provide specialist advice to senior management, and coordinate training, drills, and awareness campaigns across the campus community.The post holder will work collaboratively with colleagues in Estates, Health & Safety, Security, and academic departments to foster a proactive fire safety culture, embedding compliance and risk reduction into daily operations and long-term estate planning. The Estates Fire Officer is responsible for ensuring the effective management of fire safety across the university estate. The post holder provides professional expertise and leadership on fire safety matters, supporting compliance with all relevant legislation, including the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, the Fire Safety Act 2021, and subsequent regulations.The post holder should be able to confidently work autonomously with minimum supervision, but retain daily contact with the line manager. The post holder is expected to deliver against agreed objectives and provide updates via regular meetings and management information.This is a busy, dynamic, and challenging post working at the heart of the University. The post holder should be a motivated individual with a “can-do” attitude and outstanding interpersonal and organisational skills. Main DutiesTo provide advice and support on fire safety principles and policy within the University and provide a pro-active, professional fire safety service within the Estates Department to achieve the required positive culture, behaviours, and standards of fire safety. To provide managers and supervisors with professional advice in relation to legal requirements from acts and regulations such as the Building Safety Act 2022 and advise best practice to influence the development of good fire safety practices in line with the framework of legislation, University policy and University Health and Safety strategy.Assist with the fire compliance improvement function in the Estates Department. Working with operational managers to ensure that the department provides a responsive, effective and efficient service using both contractor and direct labour.Assist with planned preventative maintenance programmes (. fire alarm testing and maintenance) reviewing these regularly to ensure that statutory, mandatory and best practice is observed and that they are safe, efficient and effective in operation. Promote compliance to legislation and University policy and raise standards of fire safety practice via proactive means including inspection and generation of information. Develop pro-active working with departments across the University such that professional guidance can be provided prior to the introduction of high risk activities and equipment or before planning significant changes to their work environment and facilities.Work in partnership with the health and safety team to contribute to the University’s health and safety strategy, keeping stakeholders informed of emerging issues that may have a significant impact on the University. Interpret changes in relevant legislation and communicate these, ensuring University policies and local arrangements, risk assessment and control measures reflect such changes.Provide expert advice and planning for emergency situations as part of the University’s emergency response and business continuity planning and provide expert support in the event of an incident.Promotes equality and values diversity, acting as a role model and fostering an inclusive working culture. Supports the University’s sustainability agenda through resource efficient working. Any other duties commensurate with the grade.Required Knowledge, Skills, Qualifications, ExperienceEducated to Degree level (or equivalent qualifications) or relevant technical qualification and considerable relevant experience. Where no equivalent qualification is held, significant practical relevant experience and expertise in a series of more demanding roles will be required demonstrating the conceptual understanding required.In depth up to date understanding of the Building Safety Act 2022, Fire Safety (England) Regulations 2022, Fire Safety Act 2021 and how they apply to a university setting.Previous experience of working as a Fire Safety Adviser for a challenging and demanding environment, providing leadership and able to demonstrate improvements made through their engagement.Able to relate previous experience as a relevant fire safety advisor to working within the collegiate environment of higher education.Competent with regard to relevant hazards and able to interpret, summarise and explain legislation, assessment methodologies, control measures and able to develop management systems. Excellent communication skills and a pragmatic approach, demonstrating a practical application which takes account of organisational needs.Knowledge of the protected characteristics of the Equality Act 2010, and how to actively ensure in day to day activity in own area that those with protected characteristics are treated equally and fairly. 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  • Senior Research Technician - Department of Cancer and Genomic Sciences - 106453 - Grade 5  

    University of Birmingham
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    Summary You will provide technical expertise, support and guidance in... Read More
    Summary You will provide technical expertise, support and guidance in research support. You may supervise a number of technical staff but even where you do not directly supervise staff you will still be expected to act as a role model and coach others as appropriate.You will need an in-depth understanding of the techniques and experimental protocols. Experience of cancer cell models would be preferable. You will be able to use your in-depth knowledge to advise on procedures, diagnose and resolve problems, and proactively suggest solutions to issues which arise. You may need to operate out of normal working hours to accommodate experimental procedures.In order to flexibly use resource you may be offered the opportunity to work in different areas of the Institute or College or wider university. Main DutiesThe role holder will provide support for the research undertaken by Professor Gambus and Dr Saponaro using a variety of techniques to include, but not exclusively: Protein purification Including protein extraction from and insect cells Protein biochemistryUbiquitylation reactions, replication reactions in Xenopus laevis egg extractXenopus laevis egg extract preparationRadioactive assays using 32PBasic molecular biology techniquesWestern blottingDNA cloningGel electrophoresisWriting and updating SOPsData handling and managementYou will use your in-depth knowledge of methods and procedures to advise on techniques and experimental procedures being used by researchers and/or students. Work to deadlines imposed by the PI or nominee and provide consistent results deliveryCommunicate results to colleaguesYou will be responsible for assisting in managing the experimental laboratories.You will use your in-depth knowledge of methods and procedures to advise on techniques and experimental procedures being used by researchers and/or students. This will involve communicating with colleagues at a range of levels and inexperienced students. You will need to be able to diagnose and resolve problems and suggest solutions in regard to techniques and experiments.Carry out specialist technical and experimental procedures which will need you to use your judgment to assess the correct technique to use, and to consider how these may be improved, referring to your manager for approval on any proposed changes.You will need to maintain accurate records of all techniques and experimental procedures you carry out, and for any other research activities you may be involved in including methodology and results. Ensure compliance with legislation relevant to the area of research activity.Comply with and promote the operating procedures for the area, including the classification, labelling and packaging of substances and mixtures regulation.You may contribute to internal and external audit procedures and to regulatory inspections.Health and Safety dutiesProactive support for health and safety within the laboratory. This may include being required to look after a communal area as part of your duties. Comply with all current rules and ensure all required assessments are in place, approved and up to date.Fully understand the safety aspects of equipment operation and be able to demonstrate/train staff (at all levels) on the correct usage of the equipment.Ensuring that regular maintenance processes are carried out and that appropriate records are maintained. Reporting any breaches or non-compliance with H&S procedures to the relevant manager(s).Upholding the correct waste disposal stream as governed by College and local policy for laboratory.Post holders may be asked to undergo training as a First Aider or Fire WardenGeneral Administration and OrganisationEnsuring all records are accurate and kept up to date.Proactively maintain stocks of consumables, and when required generate purchase order requisitions using University systems.Receipt and correct storage of consumables/equipment and chemical reagents.Ensuring that the facilities are maintained in a clean, functional and safe condition, reporting any problems through the appropriate channels.Ensuring that PAT testing, calibration of equipment and locally and centrally held equipment inventories are up to date and maintained. Adopt a proactive attitude to assisting with and implementing carbon reduction and energy saving measures. Other DutiesIn collaboration with the relevant manager the post holder will take an active role in the training and mentoring process for junior or newly appointed staff.Supports equality and values diversity, moderates own behaviour to avoid unfair discriminatory impact or bias on others.Any other duties as may reasonably be required.Required Knowledge, Skills, Qualifications, ExperienceIn-depth practical knowledge of relevant technical and scientific methods stated aboveExtensive proven experience of similar laboratory based work, together with familiarity with a wide range of laboratory equipment.Extensive relevant workplace experience, equivalent professional qualification or degree in an appropriate subject.GCSE level 2 (A*- C) or equivalent level 2 qualification in mathematics and English. Positive service attitude and shows courtesy in dealing with others.Ability to organise and manage own work load and demonstrate flexibility in terms of work practices/requirements.Ability to work under minimal supervision but function as part of a team. Knowledge of current legislation relevant to the role.Understanding of Animals (Scientific Procedures) Act 1986Knowledge of current H&S policies and ability to uphold same.Understanding of the Human Tissue Act and working to GLP standardsProficiency in commonly used software packages.Understands the importance of equality and diversity in the workplaceAbility to identify and respond to equality and diversity issues in line with relevant policies and proceduresDimensionsYou will provide specialist expertise in your area and provide advice and support to a range of customers. You may supervise staff; even where you do not have supervisory responsibilities you will be expected to act as a role model for other staff. You may be involved in budget monitoring.Planning and OrganisingYou will be required to work independently on daily, weekly and monthly tasks but also on projects with medium-longer-term horizons without daily supervision. You will ensure that you have the resources required, which will require planning ahead and procurement of goods.Problem Solving and decision makingYou will be able to research, modify and adapt protocols after consulting relevant manager, and prepare for research experiments. You will be able to uphold Health and Safety procedures. You will need to be confident in identifying problems, breaking them down and implementing solutions. Although you will work under the direction of more senior staff you will be able to carry out your work with a large amount of autonomy. Internal and External relationshipsThis role will be advising and supporting research staff and/or students, and with external contacts such as company representatives. Read Less
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  • Teaching Fellow - Birmingham Business School - 105912 - Grade 7  

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    Summary Mentoring and Teaching within own subject area within an estab... Read More
    Summary Mentoring and Teaching within own subject area within an established teaching and apprenticeship programme (under the supervision from an academic member of staff).Contribute to the development of the apprenticeship programme including: a) contribute to enhancement of the student experience or employability; b) contribute to designing CPD programmes for clients external to the University and similar; c) contribute to deliver CPD programmes, consulting on own specialism and the like, often under the supervision of a project leader.Contribute to licensing or spin out deals with demonstrated commercial success (such as revenues, asset or company sales, IP generated) and/or public understanding of the discipline or similar.Main DutiesMentoring and teaching at a range of levels within the apprenticeship and systems thinking and practice and within own area of subject and with postgraduates and CPD students, predominantly through allocated individual and group seminars, as well as lectures and contributing to online material, so that the Department and School’s teaching objectives are met.Contribute to the development of modules and teaching resources with other colleagues.Plan and prepare own teaching and mentoring, including guidance notes and handouts in accordance with the established objectives of the teaching and mentoring programme.Devise and supervise projects, student portfolios, dissertations and practical work.Develop an approach to planning and reviewing own mentoring and teaching.Undertake full range of responsibilities in relation to supervision, marking and examining and supporting the development of student portfolio’s and preparing them for their end point assessment. (Summative assessment, including assessed work contributing to the final award – as a mark or as a credit – such as unseen examinations, essays, dissertations or presentations, is subject to validation by the academic supervisor).Frequently update subject expertise.Undertake personal professional development in teaching and mentoring, including self-reflection on own teaching and practice, using student and peer review feedback, to enhance own teaching, mentoring and learning processes. Contribute to knowledge transfer on own specialism that is of manifest benefit to the College and the University, often under supervision of a project leader.Undertake management/administration arising from mentoring and teaching and compliance within the apprenticeship.Contribute to Departmental/School teaching-related activities and teaching-related administration.Contribute to enterprise, business development and/or public engagement activities of manifest benefit to the College and the University, often under supervision of a project leader.Promotes equality and values diversity acting as a role model and fostering an inclusive working culture.Person SpecificationHigher degree relevant to systems thinking and practice or equivalent qualificationsHigh level of practice or work-based experience in systems thinking or relevant fieldAbility to mentor, design and deliver teaching, resources and support materials and initiatives to part time, work based learners with limited time and resourcesAbility to assess and organise resources effectivelyAbility to work collaboratively, as part of a team to support the student learning journey across the combined routes of the MSc and the ApprenticeshipUnderstanding of and ability to contribute to broader management/administration processes particularly in relationship to a work based apprenticeship programmeKnowledge of the protected characteristics of the Equality Act 2010, and how to actively ensure in day to day activity in own area that those with protected characteristics are treated equally and fairly. Read Less
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  • Teaching Support Technician - School of Engineering - 80489 - Grade 4  

    University of Birmingham
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    Summary You will provide technical support for teaching activities as... Read More
    Summary You will provide technical support for teaching activities as required, utilising your technical skills and a wide range of techniques. You will also be expected to ensure your working area is safe and support others in following health and safety instructions. You may need to operate out of normal working hours to accommodate classes. In order to flexibly use resource, you may be given the opportunity to work in different areas of the department or wider University. Main DutiesTeaching Duties You will provide a wide range of support in the teaching laboratories, including active participation in the delivery of practical classes, by carrying out the following tasks:contribute to planning the most efficient/effective means to turnaround the daily classes;setting up and clearing away of equipment, consumables and reagents, ensuring laboratories are suitably prepared for practicals;testing, maintaining and calibrating a wide range of precision instrumentation; monitoring and replenishing consumables, including preparing orders and collecting items from stores;diagnosing and resolving the majority of in-class problems, including with equipment;demonstrating the use of a wide range of relevant equipment and techniques during classes;testing and, where appropriate, modifying protocols in conjunction with manager; liaising with relevant managers with regard to requirements and accurately instruct other staff;preparing the laboratories for other events such as open days. You may be asked to participate in demonstrations on open days.Health and Safety You will be expected to uphold compliance with all University and local Health & Safety policies, including risk assessments and manual handling, reporting any breaches or non-compliance to the relevant manager.You will be expected to manage the safe handling and disposal of all materials used in practical classes or research laboratories, including hazardous materials.If required, assist or prepare risk assessments and keep these up to date.You will need to maintain all records as appropriate.Carry out regular maintenance processes as appropriate.Administrative Duties Maintain stocks of consumables and, if necessary, creating purchase order requisitions.Receipt and correct storage of consumables and chemical reagents.Ensure that the facilities are maintained in a clean, functional and safe condition, reporting any problems.Reporting any problems with equipment or services which cannot be resolved to the line manager as appropriate.Adopt a proactive attitude to assisting with and implementing carbon reduction and energy saving measures where practicable.Supports equality and values diversity, moderates own behaviour to avoid unfair discriminatory impact or bias on others.Any other duties commensurate with the grade and skill base of the post holder.Required Knowledge, Skills, Qualifications, ExperienceWorking knowledge of manual Lathes and Millers would be advantageous, or a willingness to learn.A good knowledge, experience, understanding and appreciation of health and safety issues is essential.Full UK diving licence essential, due to forklift use.Very good organisational and administrative skills, able to record information accurately using online systems and databases.A flexible and proactive attitude is essential.Very good communication and interpersonal skills, able to persuasively influence compliance from principal investigators to students.This post will require some work to be carried out during evenings and at weekends. The Activities section of the post will require occasional extended periods (. a week) of work away from Birmingham, including overseas travel.A willingness to be a qualified as a first aider is desirable.NVQ, BTEC/ONC at level three or equivalent level three qualification and specific relevant experience in an appropriate subject would be advantageous.GCSE level 2 (A*- C) or equivalent level 2 qualification in mathematics and English.Practical experience of battery-operated vehicles would be an advantage and a working knowledge of Good Laboratory Practice.Experience of working in a laboratory-based teaching or research environment; or be able to demonstrate the capability to participate with practical classes.Ability to organise and manage own workload after consultation with manager.Proactive approach to Health and Safety matters, together with the communication skills to interact with a range of people, including students.Ability to be flexible to meet deadlines.The post holder will be fully familiar with the safe handling and storage of laboratory materials.Good IT skills, having a familiarity with both Windows and/or Apple Macintosh OS will be advantageous.Understands the importance of equality and diversity in the workplace.Ability to identify and respond to equality and diversity issues in line with relevant policies and procedures.DimensionsYou will have no direct line management responsibility (other than occasional instructions to other staff) and no budget to manage.Planning and OrganisingYou will be able to schedule and organise your own work within the priorities and requirements for the area. Problem Solving and decision makingYou will deliver a level of service to colleagues/customers/students as agreed, carrying out daily teaching support as required. You will be expected to apply your knowledge and experience to resolve issues with equipment or experiments for student classes. Internal and External relationshipsThis role will be primarily concerned with advising and supporting students/staff. 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  • Food and Beverage Manager - Campus Services - 106457 - Grade 5  

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    Summary You will be responsible for leading a team to deliver excellen... Read More
    Summary You will be responsible for leading a team to deliver excellent customer service in any one of those areas/outlets and for planning and delivering to key performance indicators once the budget has been set. Our Food and Beverage Managers provide proactive support to our Senior Management Team and to the Food and Beverage team's success. As a Food and Beverage Manager, you will be responsible for creating a plan to deliver all financial targets, driving sales, promoting and growing the unit, as well as proactively developing and motivating your team to create a multi skilled workforce. In order to flexibly use resource, you may be required to work elsewhere in the department or wider University.Main DutiesEnsure that areas within your area of responsibility are set up and operated adhering to your Standard Operating Procedures or Brand Guidelines. You must ensure that all operational and standards audits are passed.Ensure that areas within your area of responsibility are set up and operated adhering to your Standard Operating Procedures or Brand Guidelines. You must ensure that all operational and standards audits are passed.FinancialCreate and deliver a sales plan to achieve the sales target for the unit.Control all associated costs; Staff Costs, Casuals, Gross Profit %, Maintenance & Repairs, Consumables, any other Controllable Costs.Manage the operation of the stock system, to deliver great product availability, whilst minimising waste. Support the analysis of monthly stocktakes and determine actions to be taken to deliver Gross Profit percentages.Deliver all event activity on time and within budget constraints.Monitors all cash handling and till / system functions to ensure accuracy and consistency. Investigate and take appropriate actions to deal with non-compliance and ensure that robust systems are implemented to prevent future breaches of procedures.Safe ways of workingEnsure that your area of responsibility is operated in a safe & efficient manner. Take remedial action to correct any breach of procedure and implement plans to prevent future reoccurences.To ensure that the agreed standard of food and beverage service are delivered at all times, and that all food and beverage preparation by yourself and those you are supervising meets all legal requirements and is of the highest standard of quality.Comply with licensing law when serving alcohol & ensure that your team are compliant too.Audit the units on a regular basis to address any potential or developing problems as they arise and become more serious. Implement action plans based on findings and ensure remedial actions are corrected and training provided to prevent repeat occurrences – ensuring units remain compliant with the law and university policies at all times.Ensure that all facilities are maintained and operational. Escalate issues that you cannot rectify to your Manager.Overall responsibility in the Unit for adherence with all work rules and codes of practice including:Health & Safety codes of practice Control of substances hazardous to health (COSHH)Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) hygiene and allergen recording systemsEnsure that all administration and paperwork is completed in a professional & timely manner.LeadershipEnsure adherence to University HR policies and procedures and relevant employment law for all staff.Ensure that goals and objectives are set for the staff, developing organisational capability, and modelling how we work together.Displays a “customer comes first” attitude by ensuring excellent service, training and supporting staff to ensure they deliver the same approach. For Back of house areas this can include working relationships with front of house team members as well as customers.Anticipate customer and unit needs by constantly evaluating environmental and customer’s needs. Communicates information to the line manager so that the team can respond as necessary to create the perfect environment during each shift.Ensure that customer feedback is collected, processed and action plans implemented.Provides coaching and direction to the Team to take action and to achieve operational goals. Constantly reviews working environment and key business indicators to identify problems, concerns and opportunities for improvement to provide coaching and direction to the team to achieve operational goals.Create and deliver rolling training plans for new and existing team members. Record all training on in-house systems and reviewed monthly to ensure training records are up to date. Carry our regular job chats and performance and development reviews with your direct reports, and be responsible for quality checking that their job chats and performance and development reviews are complete to a good and timely standard to ensure a fair and consistent approach is adopted.Implement University HR Policies around Absence management and Performance management as required within your team, consulting with HR Advisory staff as appropriate. Supports equality and values diversity, moderates own behaviour to avoid unfair discriminatory impact or bias on others.To Deputise for your Manager as required in their absence, carrying out duties as requested by the Senior Management Team. Operational requirementsHours as required based on a 35 hour week 7/365 operation (BH and Closure days) on a rota basis, includes weekend and evening work activities to align with Campus Services and University.To participate in the BOPS duty management rota (7/ 365). To undertake works activities across all UoB campuses as requested that are commensurate with the grade and role activities to support the Division and wider UoB activities.Required Knowledge, Skills, Qualifications, Experience Educated to NVQ level 3 in a relevant subject area or can demonstrate the level of knowledge required to carry out the role gained through a series of roles in a commercial food service Literacy and numeracy skills which may be evidenced by Mathematics and GCSE grade C/4 or equivalent (or other equivalent level 2 qualifications) Considerable experience of working at a supervisory or management level within a commercial food service and preparation environment A current Food Safety level 4 certificate Full, clean driving license desirable as your role may involve driving University vehiclesCurrent Personal License holder for the sale of alcohol, or be willing to obtain said license with training and supportAbility to contribute to developing sales and service plans to grow the business In-depth knowledge of the Health and Safety at Work Act, HACCP, COSHH, waste disposal and other regulatory guidance is essential as is knowledge of Fire procedures and the ability to lead others to comply with requirementsProficiency with Microsoft suite of programs Clear and concise verbal and written communication skills are essential as you will be in regular communication with managers, staff and customers, good interpersonal skills are also essential with the ability to demonstrate a friendly and courteous manner toward both internal and external customers Excellent organisational skills with the ability to lead a team, and work within a wider management team environment to deadlines Highly motivated, team player able to engage across multiple student and staff groups with the ability to work under pressure and to timelines An understanding of the importance of equality and diversity in the workplaceThe ability to identify and respond to equality and diversity issues in line with relevant policies and proceduresAbility to present a professional smart appearance in uniformDimensionsYou will provide proactive contributions in developing and delivering sales and service plans. You will also lead a team in providing excellent customer service in one of the catering team’s areas/outlets.Planning and organisingYou will be expected to contribute proactively to the planning of the service and also to sales plans and targets. You will be able to organise your unit to meet targets as appropriate. Problem solving and decision makingYou will take action to ensure audits are successful and will identify any actions to be taken through your own regular audit of your unit’s performance. You will be able to deal with day to day issues that occur without referral to your manager. You will also be required to deal with more difficult, escalated complaints from customers, ensuring that the root cause is identified and any corrective actions are implemented to prevent reoccurrences, whilst ensuring (as far as is possible) that the customer is happy with the outcome. Internal and external relationshipsProfessional working relationships across the catering team and with your manager in particular. Leading your team members. Customers and suppliers. Read Less
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  • Community Safety Team Manager - Campus Services - 105941 - Grade 5  

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    Summary The goal of the Community Safety Team (CST) is to contribute t... Read More
    Summary The goal of the Community Safety Team (CST) is to contribute to the wellbeing and prosperity of our student and staff community by making the University of Birmingham a place where people are listened to and engaged with in relation to security and safety. You will help engender the University as a place where the community can live and work free from the fear and impact of crime and ASB.As the Community Safety Team Manager you will place prevention at the heart of everything we do. You will lead the Community Safety team to provide both a proactive and reactive response to crime prevention and harm reduction, including the provision of a Community Safety Hub where students and staff can access support services. You will line manager the team to plan and deliver campaigns and engagement activity to reassure students and staff and provide strategies to reduce risk of harm.Main DutiesProvide professional advice and expertise on issues affecting community safety, including the fear of crime for students, staff and visitors to the campus, identifying solutions where risks are identified.Plan, deliver, coordinate community safety campaigns and activities to reduce the risk of harm. Monitor performance, including finance, and report on progress in accordance with agreed timeframes and targets.Lead reactive support services for staff and students who are victims of crime and harm, including a drop-in service at the Community Safety Hub. Work with internal and external stakeholders to provide effective and collaborative support strategies for individuals.Work closely and cooperatively with security managers to identify areas of risk which impact on safety and community priorities. Produce regular briefings on achievements and progress against goals /action plan. Use CST to provide support and resilience for security operations where required.Maintain constructive relationships with the Police and relevant community and voluntary groups, establishing and delivering on community safety priorities. Oversee the work of the University Police Team, linking in with police supervisors to agree working strategies for the team.Work closely with the marketing team and external communications to ensure the provision of timely and accurate information and advice on the University website / social media, about community safety activities and services.To be a role model for the Community Safety Team providing leadership, coaching and management of the team to deliver a compassionate, professional and reassuring community safety offer.To be at the forefront of managing the staff on the operational Community Safety Teams in compliance with HR policy, dealing with such issues as performance, attendance, grievances and behaviour from problem identification through to successful resolution.To carry out documented 1-2-1 meetings with Community Safety Officers ensuring that objectives and development needs are met, and actions plans implemented where appropriate.To manage the training needs of the Community Safety Team so that development needs are correctly identified and that training records are kept up to date.Conduct daily intelligence and tasking briefings, with the CST ensuring that they are appraised of relevant information and patrol schedule.To ensure the health, safety and welfare of staff within the teams at all times.Participate in a culture of continuous improvement and undertake such training and development as may be requested.Recruitment, induction and probation of new starters, proactively identifying training needs and liaising with POD and third parties, to source that training where appropriate.Conduct and maintain Personal Development Records for the CST Officers.Required Knowledge, Skills, Qualifications, ExperienceProven experience within a community safety role such as crime prevention/reduction or HE setting. Experience in managing projects/services to deadlines and milestones. Demonstrable experience in working successfully with internal and external partners to achieve shared outcomes. Willing to develop budget management experience and assist on project development. Proven experience in managing performance and leading a team to success. A good understanding of crime reduction and community safety issues. A good understanding of legislation relating to crime and disorder and anti-social behaviour. A working knowledge of local/regional/national policies in relation to community safety.DimensionsWork effectively cross functionally with internal and external customers as well within the department management structure. Lead day to day community safety operations of the Community Safety Team with a student first approach.Planning and OrganisingTo plan effectively for team operations throughout the shift and to organise resources to deliver high standards of delivery.To assist at the planning stage and operational delivery with regard to community safety events and activities ceremonial functions as required.To engage with special projects as they are identified by the Head of Community Safety and Security or Business Improvement and Resilience Manager.Problem Solving and decision makingCarry out duties with minimum supervision and make good decisions in response to any community safety issue that may arise. Make decisions based on sound judgement and taking into account the National Decision Making Model.Effectively resolve problems that arise, reporting or escalating upwards as required and communicating to key stakeholders. Advise and support others as the subject matter expect in areas of community safety operations and crime prevention.Internal and External relationshipsTo maintain and build relationships with University stakeholders and community partnerships. DBS requiredThe University is committed to safeguarding and we promote safe recruitment practice, therefore all associated pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. Due to the nature of the work undertaken in this role all successful applicants will be subject to a satisfactory DBS clearance prior to appointment. Read Less
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  • Assistant Professor in Applied Mathematics (Research and Education) - School of Mathematics - 106367 - Grade 8  

    University of Birmingham
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    Summary Applications are invited for an Assistant Professor post in th... Read More
    Summary Applications are invited for an Assistant Professor post in the School of Mathematics, in Applied Mathematics.The School consists of over 70 research active academic staff, around 20 postdoctoral researchers and around 50 postgraduates, with research groups in Algebra; Analysis; Bubble Dynamics; Combinatorics, Probability and Algorithms; Continuum Mechanics; Geometry and Mathematical Physics; Mathematical Biology and Healthcare; Mathematical Data Science; Nonlinear Systems; Numerical Analysis; Optimization; Quantitative Methods for Finance; and Topology and Dynamics. Information about the School is available at: The School of Mathematics is committed to significantly expand its research and education programmes in Applied Mathematics. The School seeks to appoint an Assistant Professor in Applied Mathematics to assist with the delivery of our strategic goals in this area. The successful candidate will be expected to make significant contribution to these programmes, by conducting high-quality research in related areas and developing and delivering undergraduate and postgraduate education in Applied Mathematics. In addition, the successful candidate will also be expected to contribute to the school through management/leadership, and enterprise activities, as appropriate.The minimum qualification is a PhD (or equivalent) in Mathematics or a related area. Candidates are expected to have or clearly be developing an internationally recognized research record, and a solid commitment to teaching, mentoring and service. Full consideration will be given to applicants whose research interests are in Continuum Mechanics, Mathematical Biology & Healthcare, and/or Optimisation & Numerical Analysis. The School of Mathematics aims to provide a supportive and friendly environment for staff to develop as researchers and lecturers. The School is a supportive and people-focused friendly environment, committed to equality, diversity and inclusivity. We encourage applications from the widest community and provide equal opportunities in our recruitment processes. The School of Mathematics holds an Athena SWAN Silver award. Athena SWAN is a national initiative that recognises the advancement of gender equality, representation, progression and success for all in academia. The School also supports the London Mathematical Society Good Practice Scheme, whose aim is to support mathematics departments to embed equal opportunities for women within their working practices, and is a member of the Piscopia Initiative which forms a UK-community of women and underrepresented genders in mathematics. The University of Birmingham holds the Advance HE's Race Equality Charter Bronze award, a framework through which we are working to self-reflect, identify and remove barriers standing in the way of Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic staff and students. The University of Birmingham is an equal opportunity and a Disability Confident employer.In addition to completing the application form, you should make sure to upload the following: a cover letter, a CV (including full publication list), a research statement (3 pages maximum), a teaching statement (2 pages maximum) and names and emails of three contactable referees.Main DutiesEducationUsing a variety of methods in teaching and advising individuals and groups of undergraduates, postgraduates, or CPD students, including (as appropriate):Teaching and examining courses at a range of levels;Planning and reviewing your own teaching approaches and encouraging others to do the same;Designing contemporary, inclusive, engaging and academically challenging curriculum content;Working collaboratively with colleagues to design and deliver teaching, learning and assessment;Using digital resources/environments effectively to support learning and assessment;Developing programme proposals and making substantial contributions to the design of teaching programmes more widely;Where appropriate, undertaking and developing the full range of responsibilities in relation to supervision, marking and examining;Developing and advising others on learning and teaching tasks and methods;Developing and making substantial contributions to knowledge transfer, enterprise, business engagement, public engagement activities or similar on own specialism that enhances the student experience or employability and which benefits the College and University;Devising and supervising projects, student dissertations and practical work. ResearchPlanning and carrying out research, including (as appropriate):Planning and publishing high quality research, including winning financial support;Project managing research activities, and/or supervising other research staff;Presenting findings in publications and conference proceedings;Effectively supervising and mentoring PhD students or early Career Researchers;Providing expert advice to staff and students within the discipline;Participating in research-related enabling activities such as adding value to a cross disciplinary network;Applying knowledge in a way which develops new intellectual understanding;developing and making substantial contributions to knowledge transfer, and enterprise (including business engagement, public engagement) and similar activity that is of benefit to the College and the University, including ensuring that the impact of your activities is realised fully and the impact is documented.Management/AdministrationContributing to Departmental/School administration, including:Contributing to the administration/management of research and/or teaching across the Department/School;Leading and managing a team to devise and implement a new and/or revised process (. new programme or a recruitment drive);Advising on personal development of colleagues and students;Making a major contribution to some administrative activities within the University (. appeals panels, working groups);Managing enterprise, business development, and public engagement activities;Developing and making substantial contributions to knowledge transfer, enterprise, business engagement, public engagement, widening participation, schools outreach;Actively manages equality, diversity and inclusion through monitoring and evaluation and actively challenging unacceptable behaviour.Citizenship Contributing to an inclusive working environment:Demonstrating a willingness to be involved in a variety of activities supporting University life (., participation in graduation, Departmental/School committees);Demonstrating support for colleagues, such as sharing resources, providing advice; Willingness to volunteer for one-off duties (such as supporting School, Institute, and Departmental projects);Positively engaging in School strategic initiatives;Proactive support and involvement in activities specifically contributing to a positive and inclusive community spirit across the School/College/University.Person SpecificationNormally, a higher degree relevant to the research/teaching area (usually PhD) or equivalent qualifications;Extensive research/teaching experience and scholarship within subject specialism;Proven ability to devise, advise on and manage learning/research;Skills in managing, motivating and mentoring others successfully at all levels.TeachingAbility to design, deliver, assess and revise teaching programmes;Extensive experience and demonstrated success in developing appropriate approaches to learning and teaching, and advising colleagues;Experience and success in knowledge transfer, enterprise and similar activity that enhances the student experience or employability.ResearchExperience and achievement reflected in a growing reputation;Extensive experience and demonstrated success in planning, undertaking and project managing research to deliver high quality results;Extensive experience of applying and/or developing and devising successful models, techniques and methods;Experience and achievement in knowledge transfer, enterprise and similar activity.Management AdministrationAbility to contribute to School/Departmental management processes;Ability to assess and organise resources effectively;Understanding of and ability to contribute to broader management/administration processes;Experience of championing Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in own work area;Ability to monitor and evaluate the extent to which equality and diversity legislation, policies, procedures are applied;Ability to identify issues with the potential to impact on protected groups and take appropriate action. 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  • Research Fellow - School of Physics and Astronomy - 106366 - Grade 7  

    University of Birmingham
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    Summary Work within specified research grants and projects and contrib... Read More
    Summary Work within specified research grants and projects and contribute to writing bids Operate within area of specialismAnalyse and interpret research findings and results Contribute to generating funding Contribute to licensing or spin out deals with demonstrated commercial success (such as revenues, asset or company sales, IP generated) and/or public understanding of the discipline or similarMain DutiesThe responsibilities may include some but not all of the responsibilities outlined below.Develop research objectives and proposals for own or joint research, with assistance of a mentor if requiredContribute to writing bids for research fundingAnalyse and interpret dataApply knowledge in a way which develops new intellectual understandingDisseminate research findings for publication, research seminars etcSupervise students on research related work and provide guidance to PhD students where appropriate to the disciplineContribute to developing new models, techniques and methods Undertake management/administration arising from researchContribute to Departmental/School research-related activities and research-related administrationContribute to enterprise, business development and/or public engagement activities of manifest benefit to the College and the University, often under supervision of a project leaderCollect research data; this may be through a variety of research methods, such as scientific experimentation, literature reviews, and research interviewsPresent research outputs, including drafting academic publications or parts thereof, for example at seminars and as postersProvide guidance, as required, to support staff and any students who may be assisting with the researchDeal with problems that may affect the achievement of research objectives and deadlinesPromotes equality and values diversity acting as a role model and fostering an inclusive working culturePerson SpecificationFirst degree in area of specialism and normally, a higher degree relevant to research area or equivalent qualificationsHigh level analytical capabilityAbility to communicate complex information clearlyFluency in relevant models, techniques or methods and ability to contribute to developing new onesAbility to assess resource requirements and use resources effectively Understanding of and ability to contribute to broader management/administration processesContribute to the planning and organising of the research programme and/or specific research projectCo-ordinate own work with others to avoid conflict or duplication of effortKnowledge of the protected characteristics of the Equality Act 2010, and how to actively ensure in day to day activity in own area that those with protected characteristics are treated equally and fairly Read Less
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  • Research Fellow - Department of Applied Health Sciences - 106260 - Grade 7  

    University of Birmingham
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    Summary Work within specified research grants and projects and contrib... Read More
    Summary Work within specified research grants and projects and contribute to writing bids Operate within area of specialismAnalyse and interpret research findings and results Contribute to generating funding Contribute to licensing or spin out deals with demonstrated commercial success (such as revenues, asset or company sales, IP generated) and/or public understanding of the discipline or similarMain DutiesThe responsibilities may include some but not all of the responsibilities outlined below.Lead qualitative and multi method research as part of the CRUK funded GUIDE-DTCT Study Identify, recruit and consent research participantsCollect, analyse and interpret qualitative and multi method data using appropriate methodsDevelop research objectives and proposals for own or joint research, with assistance of a mentor if requiredContribute to writing bids for research fundingApply knowledge in a way which develops new intellectual understandingDisseminate research findings for publication, research seminars etcSupervise students on research related work and provide guidance to PhD students where appropriate to the disciplineContribute to developing new models, techniques and methods Undertake management/administration arising from researchContribute to Departmental/School research-related activities and research-related administrationContribute to enterprise, business development and/or public engagement activities of manifest benefit to the College and the University, often under supervision of a project leaderPresent research outputs, including drafting academic publications or parts thereof, for example at seminars and as postersProvide guidance, as required, to support staff and any students who may be assisting with the researchDeal with problems that may affect the achievement of research objectives and deadlinesPromotes equality and values diversity acting as a role model and fostering an inclusive working culture.Person SpecificationFirst degree in area of specialism and normally, a higher degree relevant to research area or equivalent qualificationsHigh level analytical capabilityAbility to communicate complex information clearlyFluency in relevant models, techniques or methods and ability to contribute to developing new onesAbility to assess resource requirements and use resources effectively Understanding of and ability to contribute to broader management/administration processesContribute to the planning and organising of the research programme and/or specific research projectCo-ordinate own work with others to avoid conflict or duplication of effortKnowledge of the protected characteristics of the Equality Act 2010, and how to actively ensure in day to day activity in own area that those with protected characteristics are treated equally and fairly Read Less
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  • Education Support Administrator - Birmingham Business School - 31707 - Grade 4  

    University of Birmingham
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    Summary At the University of Birmingham, students are at the heart of... Read More
    Summary At the University of Birmingham, students are at the heart of all we do. You will be able to develop a wide range of skills, both technical and administrative, and may also have the opportunity to lead on specific tasks within the team. You will join a professional services team which is passionate about providing an excellent administration support for students and staff. Duties may vary between teams, but you will have the opportunity to be involved in all aspects of the administrative work supporting the delivery of our taught and research programmes for students. This will include providing timely and accurate administrative support for some or all of the following activities: student recruitment and admissions, welcome activities, induction, timetabling, attendance monitoring, examinations, student progression, placements and graduation etc.Main DutiesAct as the first point of contact providing relevant and timely information to students, staff and external providers, answering queries promptly and handling any issues from initial contact to resolution. This will include recognising when queries need to be referred elsewhere.Provide administrative support for a wide range of activities in delivering the annual cycle of teaching and learning outlined in the role summary above; for example recording student attendance information or seeking draft exam papers from academic staff for approval.Regularly communicate relevant information to students, staff and external providers.Provide administrative support for event planning and delivery which enhances the curriculum and student experience.Use a variety of complex University systems and processes to collate, manipulate and interpret sets of data, and produce routine reports.Contribute to the annual programme/module review and evaluation processes.Contribute to periodic reviews of administrative processes and procedures with the objective of making improvements and sharing best practice across other areas within the wider University.Provide a professional secretarial service to relevant committees and meetings where required.Supports equality and values diversity, moderating own behaviour to avoid unfair discriminatory impact or bias on others.Required Knowledge, Skills, Qualifications, ExperienceYou will need to evidence:Some professional experience in similar roles; andGCSEs to a minimum of grade C/4 in English and Mathematics (or equivalent qualifications).You will be:Comfortable in a role where you take responsibility for specific tasks, where you can carry out duties without needing to refer to others, and where you have some scope for choice and using your own judgment.Comfortable with working largely on your own initiative, although supervision is available. Encouraged to contribute to improving processes and to propose new ways of working. Able to communicate clearly and effectively with others, and delegate straightforward duties where appropriate.Well organised with the ability to prioritise work proactively, independently and as part of a team.In addition to the above, you should be able to demonstrate and/or evidence the following:The ability to work to tight deadlines in a collaborative team environment. The ability to support other team members. A good understanding of how to deliver excellent customer service. The ability to interact with individuals at all levels of internal and external organisations. Experience of using and maintaining complex work systems . student databases/record systems or equivalent, and an aptitude for learning new IT packages and systems.Exemplary attention to detail and the ability to work confidentially, use judgement and make appropriate decisions within the constraints of the role.Experience of supporting committees in a secretarial capacity.The ability to cope with change in a fast moving, dynamic environment where change is often required immediately. An understanding of the importance of equality and diversity in the workplace.The ability to identify and respond to equality and diversity issues in line with relevant policies and procedures and how to respond to issues in line with relevant policies and procedures.DimensionsYou will not be required to line manage anyone in this role or manage a budget. Planning and OrganisingYou will be required to manage and prioritise a varied workload to deliver within required time frames.Problem Solving and decision makingYou will be working under the direction of a senior manager, but with some autonomy to deliver the outputs required. You will be working within the framework of existing policies, processes and procedures for the University and the College. You will take day to day decisions on answering queries and will be expected to refer queries on as appropriate.Internal and External relationshipsThis role will be liaising with internal colleagues and stakeholders, and possibly external stakeholders as well with an expectation on maintaining good working relationships with all. 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