Senior Data Platform Manager
Durham University - Durham, County Durham
£48,337 to £57,666 a year
PermanentFull time
T he Role and Department This role is an integral part of a shift in service ownership for Power BI and Microsoft Fabric. The service was previously owned by the Computing and Information Services (CIS) and is now owned by the Strategy, Planning and Insight Office (SPIO). This innovate way of working will ensure that our new institutional data platform (in Microsoft Fabric) is aligned with organisational priorities and customer needs. The post holder will be responsible for the end-to-end management of the Power BI/Fabric platform, including its design, configuration, deployment, support, maintenance, and continuous improvement. They will lead the delivery of technology change in support of the organisation's Data Strategy, enabling better use of data as a strategic asset. What you need to submit A CV: and A supporting statement which outlines how you meet all of the criteria within the Person Specification. Contact details For a chat about the role or any further information please contact Neil Dawson, Head of Business Intelligence ()
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PGR Coordinator
Durham University - Durham, County Durham
£27,865 to £30,986 a year
PermanentFull time
The Role and the Department The successful candidate will join a talented and motivated team of professional services staff based in the Department of Biosciences, which is located at the top of the Mountjoy site and is surrounded by ancient woodland with far-reaching views of the Cathedral and beyond. The Department's research and teaching addresses fundamentally important questions facing humankind, from food security to sustainability in industrial processes, mechanisms of antimicrobial resistance and the impact of climate change on life on earth. Our students develop a wide range of analytical and practical skills that prepare them to meet these challenges. The Department's strategic objectives put Equality Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) at the heart of everything that we do. We are committed to EDI and actively develop our policies and procedures to ensure that everyone within our community is treated fairly and is provided with the same opportunities. This applies to our everyday working in teaching, research and administration. The Department is also proud to hold the Athena Swan Silver award. The Postgraduate Research (PGR) Coordinator is responsible for the provision of a professional, efficient administrative service, taking responsibility for operational aspects of research programme delivery and other Departmental activities. The post holder will ensure deadlines are met and service delivery standards are maintained, working in accordance with University and Departmental policies and procedures. The Postgraduate Research Coordinator will support the Director of PGR Studies, ensuring the provision of a professional, efficient administrative service, supporting a wide range of activities from admissions through to graduation, and ensuring PGR student experience is at the forefront of delivery. They will work independently, taking day to day decisions and using their experience and initiative to decide on appropriate courses of action to resolve problems. The post holder will provide support to students including resolving queries and providing information on academic and administrative issues, making referrals to other staff teams as required. Your application should cover the following criteria: Essential Criteria Qualifications/Experience 1. Five GCSEs at least Grade C or level four (or equivalent) including English Language and Mathematics or a Post-16 qualification or equivalent experience. 2. Experience of working in a busy office environment delivering front line administrative services to a high standard. 3. Experience of managing time to meet deadlines and working under pressure without compromising on quality. 4. Experience of providing advice and guidance to a range of customers and colleagues. Skills/Abilities/Knowledge 5. Excellent spoken and written communication skills including the ability to develop effective working relationships, both internally and externally. 6. Strong digital competence across a range of digital devices and apps including Microsoft 365 applications. 7. Ability to solve problems yourself and as part of a team and resolve issues, plan solutions and make pragmatic decisions. 8. Committed to continuing professional development. 9. Ability to participate in networks to share and discuss good practice and exchange information. Desirable Criteria Experience of working in the Higher Education sector. Familiarity with student record systems.
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Postdoctoral Research Associate
Durham University - Durham, County Durham
£39,560 to £41,885 a year
ContractFull time
Applications are invited for a Postdoctoral Research Associate, with particular emphasis on young people's mental health and wellbeing. The research project is an Horizon funded 5 year study developing evidence-based mental health promotion models for young people in education, training, and work across Europe. The project is being led at Durham by Professor Aimee Quickfall, and runs from September 2026 to August 2031. You can find out more about the project on the dedicated website here: The successful applicant will be expected to contribute to the co-creation, piloting and evaluation of mental health interventions for young people, including a web-based tool and face-to-face supportive interventions. Some international travel may be offered but is not compulsory. The successful applicant must be available to attend in person data-collection and meetings in Durham and the wider north of England on a regular basis. This is a full-time (100% FTE), fixed-term post for 32 months. The successful candidate will ideally be in post by 1 January 2027, with an end date of 31 August 2029. Key responsibilities: To undertake data collection with young people and other appropriate individuals and groups. To assist with intervention activities, such as seminars and workshops and development of the web-based tool. To prepare and deliver presentations on research outputs/activities to audiences which may include: research sponsors, academic and non-academic audiences. To publish high quality outputs, including papers for submission to peer reviewed journals and papers for presentation at conferences and workshops under the direction of the Principal Investigator or Grant-holder. To assist with the development of research objectives and proposals. To conduct individual and collaborative research projects under the direction of the Principal Investigator or Grant-holder. To work with the Principal Investigator or Grant-holder and other colleagues in the research group, as appropriate, to identify areas for research, develop new research methods and extend the research portfolio. To deal with problems that may affect the achievement of research objectives and deadlines by discussing with the Principal Investigator or Grant-holder and offering creative or innovative solutions. To liaise with research colleagues and make internal and external contacts to develop knowledge and understanding to form relationships for future research collaboration. To plan and manage own research activity, research resources in collaboration with others and contribute to the planning of research projects. To contribute to fostering a collegial and respectful working environment which is inclusive and welcoming and where everyone is treated fairly with dignity and respect. To engage in wider citizenship to support the department and wider discipline. To engage in continuing professional development by participation in the undergraduate or postgraduate teaching programmes or by membership of departmental committees, etc. and by attending relevant training and development courses.
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Technical Manager (Design Studio and Makerspaces)
Durham University - Durham, County Durham
£39,560 to £46,970 a year
ContractFull time
The Role and Department The Department of Engineering is seeking a Technical Manager to lead and develop a hands-on engineering Design Studio and Makerspaces that that support our expanding autonomous systems, UAVs, robotics, prototyping, teaching, research, and student-led engineering activities. This is a practical technical leadership role. Reporting to the Senior Technical Manager and working with the wider technical team, including workshop staff you will maintain, manage and operate equipment, train users, support student and research projects, maintain and develop safe systems of work and help expand Durham's capability in autonomous vehicle-related teaching and prototyping. The Design Studio and Makerspaces include 3D printing, desktop CNC, laser cutting, carbon-fibre prototyping, PCB/soldering facilities, electronics test equipment and autonomous-systems development platforms. We are looking for someone with strong practical skills who can both do the work and help others do it safely: a practical engineer, maker, technician or workshop manager who has strong Health and Safety knowledge and judgement, excellent communication skills and the ability to support ambitious student and research projects from idea to working prototype. Key responsibilities include: 1. Design Studio and Makerspace management and operation: The postholder will manage the daily operation of the Engineering Design studio and Makerspace and associated prototyping facilities (collectively known as DEMO), including access control, booking systems, induction processes, safe operating procedures, consumables, maintenance, equipment readiness and user support. The postholder will lead the development of the DEMO facilities Makerspace over time, including procurement, commissioning, supplier liaison and future capability planning. 2. Support and technical leadership for autonomous systems: The postholder will support and help lead the practical expansion of autonomous-vehicle-related teaching, research, and prototyping. This will include supporting student and staff projects involving UAVs, ground robots, marine vehicles, sensors, communications, flight controllers, embedded systems, mechanical design, payload integration and prototype verification. 3. Health, safety and compliance: Health and safety is central to this role. The postholder will provide competent day-to-day H&S advice for Design Studio and Makerspace users and ensure that safe systems of work are documented, understood and followed. A strong practical safety judgement and the confidence to enforce safe working standards are required. 4. Teaching, student project and research support: The postholder will support practical teaching across undergraduate and postgraduate activity, including design projects, laboratory sessions, dissertations and interdisciplinary project work. With competent training and introductions to a range of specialist equipment, the successful candidate should help students and academic staff become better practical engineers, not simply manufacture parts for them. 5. Support for extracurricular engineering activities as part of the Wider Student Experience: The postholder will act as a technical adviser and staff mentor for relevant extracurricular engineering groups, in partnership with academic leads or may take on a leadership role as and if required. This may include groups such as Durham University Solar Car, Durham Heart, Durham University Spaceflight, Durham University Aerial Systems Society and other student-led engineering societies. Further information about the role and the responsibilities is at the bottom of this job description.
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Rocks Mechanics Laboratory Advanced Technician
Durham University - Durham, County Durham
£27,865 to £30,986 a year
ContractFull time
The Role and Department Applications are invited for a Rock Mechanics Laboratory Advanced Technician in the Rock Mechanics Laboratory. The Rock Mechanics Laboratory is a cutting-edge facility dedicated to the analysis and testing of rock materials and their mechanical properties. This laboratory is designed to support a wide range of research and practical applications in geology and Earth sciences. The post holder will be responsible for assisting with the day-to-day technical functions and operations in The Department of Earth Science, providing technical and engineering related assistance throughout a busy suite of teaching laboratories plus a large and diverse selection of research laboratories, thereby ensuring smooth and efficient operation throughout both areas. The post holder will be required to provide flexible technical support as part of a technical team supporting all teaching and research activities conducted within The Department of Earth Science. Primarily supporting the operation of mechanical and electronic equipment; machining of rock samples; basic designing and fitting of mechanical components using conventional machine tools and techniques; monitoring of standard tests. They will also be required to monitor health and safety practice in the main laboratory and in the sample preparation room, and to carry out routine maintenance and undertake breakdown repairs of the experimental and sample preparation facilities as required. The post holder will also be required to liaising with the Faculty of Science workshops during the commissioning and assembling of mechanical parts and with CIS/departmental IT team, for maintenance and development of the laboratory IT facilities (PCs, printers, digital cameras, etc.). They will also be responsible for consumables and equipment used and to ensure stocks are maintained at an acceptable level, contribute to the implementation and maintain of good laboratory practice and perform basic management of laboratory databases (e.g. data record and storage, and back-up of laboratory PC's). Responsible to - The post-holder should report to the Rock Mechanics Laboratory managers Prof. Nicola De Paola and Prof. Stefan Nielsen.
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Housekeeping & Cleaning Assistant
Durham University - Durham, County Durham
£24,479 to £24,479 a year
PermanentPart time
The Role Housekeeping and Cleaning Assistants are responsible for delivering a range of cleaning/housekeeping services including the cleaning and servicing of student bedrooms, bathrooms, guest accommodation, facilities, offices and common areas of the College used by students and commercial customers. Teams ensure agreed standards are maintained, with particular reference to student and customer comfort and satisfaction. Working as a Housekeeping and Cleaning Assistant you will work with our friendly Operations Teams amongst a lively and interesting student environment. No previous cleaning experience is needed for this role as full training will be provided. We just ask that you are hardworking, able to follow instructions, a team player and are friendly and approachable. Specific Role Information We will require you to be punctual, flexible, and willing to work variable shift patterns, including evenings and weekends. We have different contracts available and all contracts are issued on an up to 5 from 7 with a number of days worked depending on the contract size. Predominantly working days are Monday to Friday, however, some weekend work may be required and this will be communicated following the rostering principles. Further information about the role and the responsibilities is at the bottom of this job description. Who to contact for more information If you would like to have a chat or ask any questions about the role or if you are struggling to complete the application process, the systems and administration team would be happy to speak to you. .
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Operations Administrator
Durham University - Durham, County Durham
£25,844 to £26,663 a year
PermanentFull time
The Role and the Department The Operations Administrator will be based within the Faculty of Arts and Humanities but will be affiliated and work within with one or more academic departments. The role is to provide proactive support working within Departmental and cross-Departmental teams. The role holder will be expected to undertake administrative tasks and support processes that underpin the delivery of the Faculty and Department Strategies, particularly with respect to teaching, research and related operations, demonstrating a commitment to customer service excellence. In this role, the successful candidate will provide direct support to the Faculty Operations Manager and Departmental Managers on a range of operational tasks which typically include: Managing of an operations administration shared email account and responding directly to inquiries from both staff and students in allocated departments Processing room bookings, setting up online and in-person meetings and coordinating event planning and diaries Supporting the Department Manager with the processing of part-time teaching payment claims and other ad hoc payments. Carrying out routine Health and Safety checks and liaising with Estates and Facilities on a range of maintenance issues Processing of documentation for Honorary Fellows and visitors Liaising with stakeholders across the University and external to the University. Committee servicing. Support for updating web pages and social media accounts.
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Trainee Grounds Maintenance Assistant (apprenticeship)
Durham University - Durham, County Durham
£24,479 to £24,479 a year
PermanentFull time
Job Title: Trainee Grounds Maintenance Assistant (development role) Department: Estates and Facilities Directorate Estates Operations Grade: Grade 1 Salary range: £24,479 Working arrangements: Full-time (35 hours) Permanent Five days from seven (primarily Monday to Friday), including day release at College to study for NVQ level 2 in Amenity Horticulture Development role progressing from Grade 1 to Grade 2, subject to completion of relevant apprenticeship/qualification and achieving the required standards on an agreed personal development plan Maybe required to work evenings and weekends as business demands Onsite working only Role will require physical activities and manual handling, including lifting and transporting materials and stock. Closing date: Wednesday 4th November 2026 The Role and Department This role provides an excellent opportunity to begin a career in grounds maintenance and horticulture within one of the UK's leading universities. As a Trainee Grounds Maintenance Assistant, you will develop practical skills and experience while working alongside experienced professionals responsible for maintaining Durham University's stunning grounds, gardens and landscaped spaces. Combining hands-on work with a structured apprenticeship programme, you will gain the knowledge, skills and qualifications needed to build a successful career in the sector. Throughout your development journey, you will receive training, guidance and support to help you grow in confidence and capability while making a valued contribution to the University's estate. Working across the University's extensive and diverse estate, you will learn how to undertake a wide range of grounds and gardening activities, from routine maintenance and planting to supporting larger landscaping and improvement projects. You will work with the Grounds and Gardens and Botanic Garden teams, developing specialist skills through a combination of practical experience and formal study towards an NVQ Level 2 qualification in Amenity Horticulture. The qualification will form part of a development plan focusing on the requirements of the Grade 2 Grounds Maintenance Assistant role. This development role has been designed to provide a clear pathway to a Grounds Maintenance Assistant position, offering an exciting opportunity to earn, learn and develop your career in a supportive and professional environment, over a two-year period and progress will be regularly reviewed against agreed outputs in your development plan; however, it may be extended if the University considers it necessary.
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Home Manager
Recruitment Panda Ltd - Leicester, Leicestershire
£55,000 to £60,000 a year
On-sitePermanentFull time
Registered Manager, Leicester | £55,000-£60,000 + £20k+ performance bonus Wanted: a stayer. I'll be straight with you, because the right person will appreciate it. This home has seen managers come and go. Some found it tougher than they expected, and some didn't give it the time it deserved. So this isn't one for the faint-hearted, and it isn't one for anyone looking for an easy ride or a stepping stone. But here's what the ones who left didn't stick around to see. The groundwork has been done. The improvement plan is complete, the group is investing, and the home is preparing to register for nursing: around 40 residents today, heading towards 50 beds, with a team of about 50 who want someone to believe in them. What it needs now is continuity. A manager who will put an arm around the place, stay the course and not turn their back when it gets hard. If that's you, you won't be a name on a rota here. You'll be noticed and highly regarded in a family group that remembers who stood by them. You'll bring: 5 to 10 years in care management, including as a CQC Registered Manager. A genuine track record of stabilising homes and teams. A Level 5 in Leadership and Management. A nursing background is welcome but not essential, as a Clinical Lead is joining alongside you. Resilience, warmth and staying power. You'll get: £55,000-£60,000 plus £20k+ performance bonus, the backing of a quality team that rolls its sleeves up, and the chance to be the manager this home talks about for years. Fearless, committed and local to Leicester? Call me, Tim Roby at Recruitment Panda or apply with a CV, even if it is not up to date. Recruitment Panda Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of race, sex, disability, religion, sexual orientation, or age. By submitting your application, you consent to Recruitment Panda Ltd processing your personal data in accordance with our Privacy Policy, a copy of which is available on request (or via the below link where this is viewed on www.recruitmentpanda.com).
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Finance Business Partner - FTC
Durham University - Durham, County Durham
£48,337 to £57,666 a year
ContractFull time
The Role and the Department The Finance Business Partner is part of the Strategic Finance team and reports to the Head of Finance. The role provides high-quality strategic financial support, insight and challenge to senior leaders across the University, helping to inform decision-making, support delivery of strategic objectives and optimise the use of University resources. Working closely with senior budget holders, senior management teams and key stakeholders, the postholder will build strong and trusted relationships to support financial planning, investment appraisal, business case development, scenario modelling and long-term financial sustainability. The Finance Business Partner acts as a strategic adviser, translating complex financial information into meaningful insight and supporting evidence-based decision making. The role works collaboratively across Strategic Finance and the wider University to ensure financial considerations are effectively integrated into planning and delivery of institutional priorities. This role is part of Strategic Finance. Management accounting and reporting, financial accounting and transactional finance are largely delivered through other specialist finance teams. The base location for this role is Boldon House, our exciting new professional services hub. Boldon House is situated on the outskirts of Durham near the Arnison Centre in Pity Me. Boldon House brings a number of professional services teams together in a vibrant office environment which supports collaborative working and is designed to embrace hybrid working. To find out more, visit the project webpage: . The post holder is expected to travel to other university sites as required to meet stakeholders. Please note interviews are expected to be held on Friday 13th November (all day) Further information about the role and the responsibilities is at the bottom of this job description.
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