Total 8 Science / R&D / Research job vacancies in Telford, Shropshire, TF3 4LX

What skills and experience we're looking for

Main Purpose

The following subject job description is in addition to any statutory requirements and responsibilities of a Main Scale Teacher:

The post holder is expected to: • Promote the highest standards of teaching Mathematics within the framework of the school and share ideas to promote the best practice within the Department. • Ensure high standards of discipline and organisation within a school environment. • Demonstrate high standards of ICT competence in teaching and learning, and develop these as technologies change. • Ensure the smooth running of internal and external controlled assessments • Ensure that Departmental records and information are regularly updated, and keep informative records of students’ progress. • In partnership with other members of the Department, assist with information and Consultation Evenings for parents and carers. • Keep the marking of students’ work up to date and maintain a record of students’ marks. • Attend relevant meetings • Deal effectively with behaviour, attendance and punctuality issues • To ensure the safeguarding of students, and support their well-being at all times, utilising the pastoral system effectively

Professional Development • Help keep knowledge and understanding relevant and up-to-date by reflecting on your own practice, liaising with school leaders, and identifying relevant professional development to improve personal effectiveness • Take opportunities to build the appropriate skills, qualifications, and/or experience needed for the role, with support from the school

Other Responsibilities • Comply with and assist with the development of policies and procedures relating to child protection, health, safety and security, confidentiality and data protection, reporting all concerns to an appropriate person. • Be aware of and comply with all school policies and procedures • Be aware of and support difference and ensure equal opportunities for all • Contribute to the overall ethos and aims of the School and Trust • Appreciate and support the role of other professionals • Attend and participate in relevant meetings, training and learning activities as required

The postholder may be required to carry out any other duties that are commensurate with the post. Whilst every effort is made to explain the main duties and responsibilities of the post each individual task undertaken may not be identified.

This job description is subject to review, in negotiation with the post holder at any time. However, an annual review of this job description and allocation of responsibilities will take place as part of agreed performance management arrangements.

What the school offers its staff

Thomas Adams School, is part of The 3-18 Education Trust, a multi-academy trust with students aged from 3-18 and which works collaboratively to provide interesting and exciting opportunities for staff to share ideas, resources and expertise, for the benefit of the students.

The 3-18 Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, as such this post requires acknowledgement and understanding of safeguarding and child protection policies which can be found on the school website. Successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

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.

What skills and experience we're looking for

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What the school offers its staff

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Commitment to safeguarding

Meole Brace is committed to equal opportunities, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all employees to share this commitment. All appointments will be subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

We are looking for highly motivated, experienced and enthusiastic individuals to join our Cellular Pathology team to work within Pathology.

The department is introducing Digital Pathology, and we are looking for a person to lead the scanning of slides. You will be responsible for ensuring the slides are scanned in a timely manner and are of appropriate quality. You will also be responsible for ensuring that the scanners are operating efficiently and effectively Assist senior BMS staff with the supervision and training of Medical Laboratory Assistants (MLA).

The successful applicant must possess a relevant qualification along with previous clinical laboratory experience. Candidates should hold either the NVQ Level 3 in Clinical Laboratory Support, or IBMS certificate of achievement Part II, or an equivalent qualification in a relevant science based subject.

Participation in the rota is compulsory, including weekend, bank holiday early and late shifts.

The post is based at The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital although candidates may be required to cover absences across sitesincluding RJAH.

As an Associate Practitioner you will work in collaboration with Biomedical Scientists and other colleagues assisting in the provision of a diagnostic service.
• You will mainly be involved in the day to day running of the slide scanners and ensuring the quality and efficiency of the scanning is maintained.
• You will be responsible for the daily maintenance of the scanners and ensuring that the outputs are of high quality
• You will also work in all areas of the Histology Laboratory and be involved in provision of the technical service.
• You will be checking that the correct sample type has been received, correct sample labelling and suitability for diagnostic investigations, in accordance with Pathology laboratory policies and standard operating procedures.
• You will be inputting data on the laboratory computer system and trouble shooting issues that may arise. Perform an increasing range of laboratory tests, many of which are of a non-routine nature, requiring experience, theoretical and technical knowledge.
• You will also be expected to participate in the provision of a 6/7 day working service as part of an average 37.5 hour working week - including weekends and Bank/Public holidays.

The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust (SaTH) is the main provider of acute hospital care for more than 500,000 people from Shropshire, Telford & Wrekin and mid Wales.

Pathology provides pathology services to the Trust and Shropshire County CCG, Telford and Wrekin CCG, Powys Teaching Health Board, Powys Healthcare Trust, and the Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic Hospital, amongst others.

The two hospitals, The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital and The Princess Royal Hospital, Telford are just a 30 minute drive apart.

The Area

We are ideally located between the north and the south, making travelling around the UK extremely easy. As well as being only a short distance from major cities and busy transport links including Birmingham airport, our county also borders with beautiful north Wales which is abundant in outdoor activities, brilliant beaches, and thrilling scenery.

For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Job Description.


This advert closes on Wednesday 4 Sep 2024

For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Job Description.

What skills and experience we're looking for



We are looking for a person to work with the Science team to support staff and students in the delivery of effective practical work through the management, maintenance and administration of materials and resources in accordance with the relevant school policies and statutory legislation, as well as overseeing health and safety within the Science department.



Responsible for co-ordinating the use of practical resources, facilities and providing assistance and advice in meeting the practical needs of the Science curriculum, including liaising with teaching staff and support staff outside the department.



What the school offers its staff



Burton Borough is a vibrant and inclusive mixed school of 1160 students, on the Shropshire/Staffordshire border within the pleasant market town of Newport. Our location provides easy access to/from Shrewsbury, Stafford, Telford and Wolverhampton.



Burton Borough is in a very exciting point in its development having joined the Community Learning Trust on the 1st April, 2024. We are proud to be a part of this growing Trust, which offers the successful candidate a collegiate environment within a research-informed community of professionals.



The school is at the heart of the Newport Community and aims to ensure that the skills, talents and attributes of all our young people are fostered so they flourish within a caring environment that has high aspirations for all. We believe that all students in our community have the right to the highest standard of education and see ourselves as having a privileged role in ensuring the young people of Newport prosper.



The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful applicants will need to undertake a DBS enhanced clearance for the school.



For further information, please visit our website at www.burtonborough.org.uk or telephone 01952 386500 or email recruitment.bbs@taw.org.uk



For daily updates and to see what we do, follow us on Twitter or Instagram @BurtonBorough



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.

• Science Teacher
• September Start
• 1 term supply, marking and planning involved
• Teaching Science at KS3 & KS4
• Shrewsbury Secondary school
• Pay: £130 - £230 a day (depending on experience)

You must have relevant experience working with 11 - 16 year olds within the last 2 years and we must be able to obtain relevant references for this time. You should have a professional manner and a flexible attitude to working and timetable changes. Most importantly, you should be enthusiastic, engaging and passionate about working with young people. The ability to implement schools' behaviour polices is also essential.

Job Description:

• Planing and delivering engaging and creative Science lessons to students in Key Stages 3 and 4.
• Supporting, advising, guiding and supervising students throughout the school day.
• To have a primary focus on maintaining good order and ensuring students are on task so that learning can take place.

Requirements:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent. ECT's welcome to apply.
• Bachelor's degree in Science or related field.
• Recent experience teaching Science at secondary school level.
• Strong behaviour/classroom management.
• The ability to work collaboratively with other teachers and staff members.

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