Total 54 Science / R&D / Research job vacancies in Wales, UK

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and self-motivated Data/Study Manager to join our team to work on studies focusing on primary and emergency care. As part of the PRIME Centre Wales collaboration funded by Health and Care Research Wales, we use a range of quantitative and qualitative approaches to study models and treatments to improve patient outcomes, avoid unnecessary contacts, and streamline the emergency care system. We have a strong international reputation in the field and established collaborations with health service and academic colleagues across the UK and internationally.

The successful applicant will be expected to work independently contributing to the conduct and delivery of research, including project and data management of studies so that they are delivered on time and within budget.

Short summary

The Quantitative Stem Cell Biology lab, headed by Dr Silvia Santos, is seeking a Senior Laboratory Research Scientist (SLRS). The successful candidate will investigate spatio-temporal control of cell division and cell cycle remodelling during cellular differentiation using 2D and 3D stem cell-based models of human gastrulation. The postholder will drive a research project and contribute to collaborative projects within the lab. The postholder will benefit from excellent mentorship and training.

The research group
The Quantitative Stem Cell Biology lab, headed by Dr Silvia Santos, was established in 2018 at the Francis Crick Institute. The lab’s primary focus is understanding cell decision-making. Current areas of research include understanding regulatory mechanism regulating cell fate specification, cell cycle remodeling during cellular differentiation and the interplay between metabolism, cell cycle and cell fate. There is a strong focus on single cell analysis and advanced live cell imaging. The lab uses a variety of model systems: mouse and human embryonic stem cells (ESC), 3D organoid models of mouse and human development and mouse embryos.
The team is multi-disciplinary, diverse and currently composed of three PhD students, two post-doctoral fellow and one principal laboratory research scientist. The Santos lab promotes independent and creative thinking and all members are committed to providing excellent training and mentorship.
For more information on the Quantitative Stem Cell Biology lab please see:
https://www.crick.ac.uk/research/labs/silvia-santos.

Key Responsibilities
• Lead specific research project under the Group Leader’s supervision
• Participate in collaborative projects
• Attend and participate in group meetings and key Crick seminars
• Keep accurate records of all work carried out
• Train more junior colleagues when appropriate
• Contribute to the preparation of scientific manuscripts
• Contribute to the lab hESC feeding rota
• Contribute to the collegial, positive and motivating lab atmosphere


Find out what benefits the Crick has to offer:

For more information on our great pay and benefits package please click here: https://www.crick.ac.uk/careers-and-study/life-at-the-crick/pay-and-benefits

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion:

We welcome applications from all backgrounds. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities, regardless of ethnicity, nationality, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, pregnancy, age, disability, or civil partnership, marital or family status. We particularly welcome applications from people who are Minority Ethnic as they are currently underrepresented in the Crick at this level.

Diversity is essential to excellence in scientific endeavour. It increases breadth and perspective, leading to more innovation and creativity. We want the Crick to be a place where everyone feels valued and where diversity is celebrated and seen as part of the foundation for our Institute’s success.

The Crick is committed to creating equality of opportunity and promoting diversity and inclusivity. We all share in the responsibility to actively promote dignity, respect, inclusivity and equal treatment and it is our aim to ensure that these principles are reflected and implemented in all strategies, policies and practices.

Read more on our website: https://www.crick.ac.uk/careers-and-study/life-at-the-crick/equality-diversity-and-inclusion

The Institute of Development Studies is seeking to recruit a Research Fellow to join the Digital & Technology Cluster and be responsible for directly producing high quality research, exhibiting an approach of ‘engaged excellence’, and through this work also contribute to the teaching and training, advisory and/or influencing activities of the Institute.

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

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

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

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

The Development Prospect Research team is responsible for leading the prospect research and due diligence function for the Department as well as the preparation of due diligence considerations for Tate’s Ethics Committee. The team also leads on prospect management strategy, monitoring the allocation of prospect pools for individual fundraisers and tracking activities. Alongside undertaking research profiles for all prospects, the team also is responsible for briefing notes for key cultivation events and provides Department-wide sector and global socio-economic insights.

We are looking for a Prospect Research Manager to provide high quality, robust and relevant research. You will also conduct due diligence, deliver training, and identify new prospects for priority projects with a focus on high value fundraising.
Previous prospect research experience and strong writing skills will be central to help you manage a varied workload. You will be able to work independently as well as part of a team and bring a highly organised and flexible approach to the role.

Science Administration Manager

Short summary
The Service Delivery Manager manages a team of Science Operations Administrators across multiple floors. The team are the first point of contact for our science colleagues for all operational queries and are required to resolve or co-ordinate their resolution.
You will work alongside two other Service Delivery Managers in developing and managing the administration teams to ensure that all administration is co-ordinated, processes are developed, monitored, followed and continuously assessed to ensure that the team are providing the highest level of operational support to the science. It requires an experienced professional in business support and administration who has developed management skills, thrives in a busy and changing environment.


Key Responsibilities
• To be responsible for developing, managing and overseeing all aspects of the co-ordination of administrative service delivery by being the first point of contact, and source of expertise to Group leaders and Scientific Technology Platform (STP) leads for the administration of the full lifecycle of their research projects.
• To identify opportunities to continually improve processes and contribute to the implementation of proposed solutions including implementing, managing, and improving administrative processes by creating templates, standard approaches across the floors, guidance documents, workflows processes, management information and service level agreements.
• To line manage, induct, and develop the Science Operations Administrators across multiple floors.
• To provide project support to senior staff as required, including arranging meetings and acting as the point of contact between external collaborators, operational teams and research staff.
• To provide strategic input into staff resource planning to ensure appropriate level of resources are available to each group/STP at all times.
• To generate and deliver timely and accurate reports as required.
• To act as first point of contact for any concerns raised by the Group Leaders/ STP leads


Find out what benefits the Crick has to offer:

For more information on our great pay and benefits package please click here: https://www.crick.ac.uk/careers-and-study/life-at-the-crick/pay-and-benefits

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion:

We welcome applications from all backgrounds. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities, regardless of ethnicity, nationality, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, pregnancy, age, disability, or civil partnership, marital or family status. We particularly welcome applications from people who are Minority Ethnic as they are currently underrepresented in the Crick at this level.

Diversity is essential to excellence in scientific endeavour. It increases breadth and perspective, leading to more innovation and creativity. We want the Crick to be a place where everyone feels valued and where diversity is celebrated and seen as part of the foundation for our Institute’s success.

The Crick is committed to creating equality of opportunity and promoting diversity and inclusivity. We all share in the responsibility to actively promote dignity, respect, inclusivity and equal treatment and it is our aim to ensure that these principles are reflected and implemented in all strategies, policies and practices.

Read more on our website: https://www.crick.ac.uk/careers-and-study/life-at-the-crick/equality-diversity-and-inclusion

Job Summary:

We are seeking a knowledgeable Data Protection Officer to ensure our company adheres to legal standards and in-house data protection policies. The ideal candidate will manage our data privacy and protection function, ensuring compliance with GDPR and other data protection laws.

Key Responsibilities:

- Develop and implement the company’s data protection strategy and policies.
- Ensure compliance with GDPR and other data protection laws.
- Monitor data processing activities and conduct data protection impact assessments.
- Coordinate with other departments to establish and maintain data privacy protocols.
- Provide advice and instructions on data protection impact assessments (DPIAs).
- Stay updated on changes to relevant data protection laws.
- Serve as the point of contact between the company and Supervisory Authorities.
- Train and educate staff on data protection measures.
- Handle queries from data subjects regarding personal data and privacy.

Qualifications:

- Proven experience as a Data Protection Officer or in a similar role.
- In-depth knowledge of GDPR and national data protection laws.
- Familiarity with privacy and security risk assessment and best practices.
- Proficient in IT and information security.
- Excellent understanding of data processing operations and IT systems.
- Strong communication and leadership skills.
- Attention to detail and confidentiality.
- Professional certification in data protection (e.g., CIPP, CIPM, CIPT) is a plus.

Job Summary:

Ensures that an organization complies with all relevant laws and regulations. This role involves monitoring legislative activities, developing compliance strategies, and representing the organization in interactions with government entities.

Responsibilities:

Monitoring and Influencing Legislation: Keep track of legislative and regulatory activities at local, state, and federal levels.
Strategic Planning: Develop and implement strategies to advance the organization’s mission and objectives with the government.
Research and Analysis: Conduct research on public policy, legal statutes, and proposed legislation.
Representation: Represent the organization in meetings and public hearings with government officials and other stakeholders.
Communication: Prepare and present reports to senior management on the status of government relations and legislative initiatives.
Networking: Maintain an effective network of contacts within government and related organizations.
Advising Executives: Brief executives on policy changes and political issues that might impact the organization.

Qualifications:

Education: A bachelor’s degree in Political Science, Law, Public Administration, or a related field. Advanced degrees can be beneficial.
Proven experience as a Governmental Regulations Officer or in a similar role.
Skills: Strong understanding of government processes, excellent communication and negotiation skills, analytical and problem-solving abilities

Job Title: Research Coordinator
Location: London or Berlin – Hybrid working model
Closing date: 28th October

About Springer Nature Group

Springer Nature opens the doors to discovery for researchers, educators, clinicians and other professionals. Every day, around the globe, our imprints, books, journals, platforms and technology solutions reach millions of people. For over 180 years our brands and imprints have been a trusted source of knowledge to these communities and today, more than ever, we see it as our responsibility to ensure that fundamental knowledge can be found, verified, understood and used by our communities – enabling them to improve outcomes, make progress, and benefit the generations that follow.
Visit group.springernature.com and follow @SpringerNature / @SpringerNatureGroup

About the role

The Open Access (OA) team enables one of the fastest growing areas at Springer Nature. It has responsibility for the overall OA business including business strategy, revenue, performance monitoring, business models, policies, and managing OA transition. Part of the wider commercial business, the OA group works in close coordination with both publishing and sales teams.

As Research Coordinator, you will monitor external OA policy, funding, and competitor developments, ensuring these insights are rapidly digested and disseminated to appropriate colleagues to inform Springer Nature’s open research strategy. As well as providing written reports, data analysis, and
slides, you will update and maintain Springer Nature’s OA funding and policy database. Reporting to the Research Manager, you will work closely with colleagues across the OA team and wider business to support OA strategies and initiatives.

This role is offered on a permanent basis and is located in our London or Berlin offices on a hybrid working model.

Role Responsibilities:
• Monitor OA developments and identify key announcements, tracking external OA policies, funding, competitor news, etc.
• Share OA updates with the business, including through internal posts, newsletter, webinar, and educational resources
• Manage OA funding and policy database, analysing data and producing reports
• Conduct research to support OA policy and strategy projects, communicating findings through reports and presentations
• Utilise AI tools to summarise or query policy and landscape information

Experience, Skills & Qualifications:
Essential
• Research and data analysis skills are a must, with strong numeracy and confidence in reading and interpreting data
• Excellent writing and presentation skills, with the ability to summarise complex information into reports
• Solid MS PowerPoint and Excel skills, including the ability to manipulate and analyse datasets and create clear and attractive slide decks
• Organised and flexible; able to manage multiple concurrent projects and competing priorities, and to meet deadlines
• Thorough and detail-oriented, able to adhere strictly to guidance/protocol to ensure that information is highly consistent and accurate
• Good initiative and ability to work well independently and within a team
Desirable
• An understanding of academic publishing and of the Open Access publishing landscape
• Experience working in academic publishing and open access is desirable
• Experience conducting research and analysis is advantageous

To apply, please include:
• A CV which should include a brief account of your accomplishments and other relevant experience
• A cover letter explaining your interest in the post

At Springer Nature, we value the diversity of our teams and work to build an inclusive culture, where people are treated fairly and can bring their differences to work and thrive. We empower our colleagues and value their diverse perspectives as we strive to attract, nurture and develop the very best talent.
Springer Nature was awarded Diversity Team of the Year at the 2022 British Diversity Awards. Find out more about our DEI work here https://group.springernature.com/gp/group/taking-responsibility/diversity-equity-inclusion

If you have any access needs related to disability, neurodivergence or a chronic condition, please contact us so we can make all necessary accommodation.

For more information about career opportunities in Springer Nature please visit https://careers.springernature.com/

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We are seeking an experienced Technical Bid Writer to join our team at Trilateral Research within the United Kingdom.



As part of our SocioTech team, you will play a pivotal role in coordinating, writing, and submitting compelling bid proposals for AI, consulting and research projects. The scope of topics will be varied. Your work will help us secure key contracts across both public and private sectors, demonstrating how our solutions deliver ethical, high-impact results.



This is a unique opportunity to contribute to the growth of an award-winning organisation delivering impactful AI to combat complex challenges.



Key responsibilities to include but not limited to:

Lead the entire bid lifecycle, from initial opportunity identification to final submission and post-bid follow-up.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams (technical, commercial, research, legal) to design projects and gather relevant inputs and shape strong, competitive bids that are of high-quality, and are winning proposals that align with client needs and our ethical AI mission.
Write and edit high-quality technical content for bids, translating complex data science and AI concepts into clear, compelling narratives for non-technical audiences.
Create technical diagrams, flowcharts, and documentation that clearly articulate solution designs and implementation strategies.
Manage timelines and deliverables for multiple bids simultaneously, ensuring deadlines are met and submissions are of the highest standard.
Ensure compliance with public sector tender requirements, maintaining an understanding of regulatory frameworks and procurement processes.
Continuously refine and improve the bid process, develop an efficient bid library, and implement lessons learned and drive efficiencies in how we approach tender submissions.
Ensure the company is part of relevant frameworks and platforms (e.g., G-Cloud).
Monitor market trends and competitor activity, keeping the team informed of new opportunities and emerging requirements in the AI space.
Requirements
Required education and experience

Essential:

A minimum of 2 years’ professional bid writing experience.
Bachelor’s degree in a related field to support responsibilities.
Desirable:

Master’s degree in a related field to support experience and role requirements.
Experience in ethical AI or responsible innovation, especially as applied to public sector projects.


Professional knowledge and technical skills

Essential:

Familiarity with public sector procurement and tendering processes, including experience with frameworks such as G-Cloud, Digital Marketplace.
Proven experience in successful bid management, proposal writing, within the AI space.
Experience in agile software development methodologies.
Ability to translate business problems into technical solutions.
Good understanding of AI, machine learning, and data science technologies, and the ability to communicate technical concepts clearly and effectively to diverse audiences.
Comfortable working with new topics that may not necessarily be your area of expertise.
Exceptional writing and proof-reading skills with strong attention to detail.
Awareness of GDPR and other data protection standards, especially for projects involving data.
Desirable:

Experience with technical software, e.g., Python, SQL.
Experience manipulating large data sets (structured and unstructured data)
Understanding of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure) and containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).


Interpersonal skills

Essential:

Ability to lead and manage multiple bids simultaneously, with excellent organisational and time-management abilities.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across multidisciplinary teams.
Desirable:

Ability to adjust and pivot quickly in response to changing client requirements or bid priorities.


What else do I need to know?

Location: This position is open to candidates based in the United Kingdom.

Contract type: 12-months fixed term contract.

Start date: Approx. January 2025.

Salary: Commensurate with experience.

Hours: Full-time.



Please note that the closing date for applications is the 14th of November at 5pm GMT. Our hiring team will be continuously reviewing and progressing applications as they are submitted. We receive a high volume of applications, and we will only be able to progress applicants that meet all the essential requirements listed in this description.





How to apply?

Please submit both your CV and a cover letter with a maximum word count of 1000 words, linking your experience to our requirements to have your application considered. References will be required prior to appointment and candidates must be eligible to work in the country the role requires.



We are an Equal Opportunities employer and positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates, regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital/civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity. We are a Disability Confident committed and Living Wage employer.



At Trilateral Research, we value privacy and data protection rights. We have a longstanding data protection culture and promote robust ethical standards in data management and research ethics. Please read our Recruitment Privacy Notice in relation to our recruitment activities before submitting your application to work with us.

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Trilateral Research is recruiting for a Senior Air Quality Analyst to join our Innovation & Research team within the United Kingdom.



The Senior Air Quality Analyst is responsible for supporting the development of research, insights, and innovations in the areas of ethical AI (Artificial Intelligence), air pollution, environment, and health on behalf of Trilateral Research.



This role will be a thought leader and participate in/lead multiple projects on behalf of Trilateral in addition to representing our offering externally, including business development. In collaboration with peers, this position provides direction and supports the development of innovation and research projects related to air quality and net zero.


Key responsibilities include but not limited to:

Sales & Networking

Drive business development efforts and develop key client accounts and relationships to support cross-selling activities, both internally and externally, e.g., with Microsoft and AWS.
Represent Trilateral in related networks, events, conferences, working groups and activities that allow for the demonstration of expertise, building a respective and recognisable brand towards target markets.
Liaise with marketing to support and nurture appropriate marketing efforts to develop brand awareness across target markets.


Subject Matter Expertise within Product Development & Innovation

Provide subject matter expertise to support product development and innovation efforts in a sociotechnical manner that has a tangible impact for clients.
Provide subject matter expertise to support delivery of sociotech insights to clients in specific projects as appropriate, ensuring high quality insights and impact.


Contract & Project Management 

Plan and supervise all aspects of projects, from inception to execution, ensuring that objectives are carried out on time and within budget.
Lead project management, administration, and quality assurance tasks across specified projects, working with colleagues as appropriate to deliver these.
Execute contract management activities for specified projects.
Support regular catch-up calls/meetings with clients.


Team & Department Collaboration

Work collaboratively with other members of the team and cross-teams to ensure efficient and excellent delivery of activities.
Participate in scrums, meetings and other project or team related activities as required.
Build strategic relationships with key business and technical representatives internally to leverage best use of expertise externally.


Thought Leadership

Display thought leadership in an ongoing manner through publication, popular press, and related events.


Required education and experience

Essential:

Minimum 5 years of related experience and a publication record in a relevant environmental or public health field.
Relevant professional experience in air quality, including experience of analysing air pollution data with a focus on human impact (health, economic or experiential).
Existing network in relevant space to support the uptake of our offering.


Desirable:

PhD qualification in related subject matter area. 


Professional knowledge and technical skills

Essential:

Good time-management and organisational skills.
Evidence of project management skills (planning, risk mitigation, monitoring, and evaluation).
Ability to lead a team to execute high quality standards, within budget and on-time.
Problem-solving and analytical capabilities, combined with an ability to carefully follow instructions and processes to tight deadlines.
Attention to detail and a demonstrable ability to plan and engage in foresight activities and execute against a strategy.




Interpersonal skills

Essential:

Excellent listening and collaboration skills.
Excellent verbal, written and presentation skills.
Evidence of strong relationship management and ability to build trust in internal and external working relationships.
Solutions mindset.




What else do I need to know?

Location: This position is open to candidates based in the United Kingdom.

Contract type: Permanent employment contract.

Start date: ASAP.

Salary: Commensurate with experience.

Hours: Full-time.

Our compensation package includes: Competitive salary, enhanced holiday entitlement increasing with service, company sick pay and family friendly pay, flexible working hours, remote working/working from home options, enhanced pension scheme based on service, continuous career development.



Please note that the closing date for applications is the 11th of November 2024 at 5pm GMT. Our hiring team will be continuously reviewing applications as they are submitted. We receive a high volume of applications, and we will only be able to progress applicants that meet all the essential requirements listed in this description.





How to apply?

Please submit your CV and complete all application questions listed, to have your application considered. References will be required prior to appointment and candidates must be eligible to work in the country the role requires.



We are an Equal Opportunities employer and positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates, regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital/civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity. We are a Disability Confident committed and Living Wage employer.



At Trilateral Research, we value privacy and data protection rights. We have a longstanding data protection culture and promote robust ethical standards in data management and research ethics. Please read our Recruitment Privacy Notice in relation to our recruitment activities before submitting your application to work with us.

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INTERNATIONAL APPLICANTS READY FOR IMMEDIATE START.

FULL TIME - 39 hours per week

D-TRIUMPH CARE LTD is a registered domiciliary care company. We provide high-quality, compassionate, and dignified specialist-led care for young people and adults in their homes. We provide specialist care for clients with a range of conditions such as Learning Disabilities, Autism, Mental Health, Drug and Alcohol, Physical disabilities, Brain Injury, Dementia, and Neurological conditions.

Our Mission: To make our clients' care exceptional.

Job description

We are recruiting support workers/care assistants to work with children and young adults who have learning disabilities, Autism, and mental health. The role will involve supporting these clients within their homes or to access facilities in the community.

Key Responsibilities:

· Providing help with all aspects of personal care

· Facilitating socialisation and social activities e.g. visiting family/friends, walks, cinema/theatre, meals out, going for a drive (where required), reading, etc.

· Monitoring progress and recording notes on daily record sheets relating to each visit.

· Liaise with families, friends, advocates, external agencies, and the management team to provide a consistent approach that meets the individual needs of each service user.

· To create opportunities for Service Users to develop establish and maintain personal relationships and social networks, which encourage greater participation and integration in their chosen communities.

· To carry out duties as the Specialist Manager reasonably stipulates.

· Preserve independence & dignity of service users as much as possible.

· Report any changes/issues concerning the service user or the care being provided to the office team.

· Observation of mental alertness and general physical condition.

· Reading and abiding by the care plan set out by the assessor in the Service User’s guide.

· Supporting and understanding each individual's service user’s needs.

· To report back any areas of risk, not previously identified, to manage.

· To participate in training courses/seminars held internally and by outside agencies.

· To attend and engage in regular supervisions, appraisals, and performance review.

Job Specification:
- Good verbal and written communication skill.
- Have a passion for supporting children/adults with learning disabilities.
- Possess minimum of 6 months experience of providing care and/or support to vulnerable people.
- Be able to develop and maintain good working relationships.
- Physically fit and able to undertake safe manual handling practices.

Skills/Qualifications:
- Minimum qualification of NVQ Level 3

Pay: £500 - £580 per week (+ holiday pay); full-time (40 hours per week)
Location: Training in Edinburgh. Tour throughout Scotland
Training: 16 January – 31 January (exact dates still to be determined)
Tour dates: Spring tour: 03 February – 1 April 2025* / Summer tour: 06 May - 06 June 2025

We are recruiting for Workshop Presenters & Performers to join our 2025 Generation Science Tour!

About the role:

Edinburgh Science runs an educational outreach programme called Generation Science that delivers science shows and workshops to over 54,000 primary pupils in schools across Scotland between February and June each year. It is the UK’s largest programme of its kind. We are currently looking for Workshop Presenters and Performers for our 2025 tour.

To find out more about our Generation Science Tour follow this link:
https://www.edinburghscience.co.uk/schools/primary/

About you:

Are you energetic, good with children and enthusiastic about science? Are you looking to gain key experience for your future career in primary education; performing arts or youth work? We are seeking workshop presenters to conduct engaging science workshops, as well as talented performers to captivate audiences during our science shows in primary schools across Scotland. You will have confident communication skills, a passion for presenting and some experience of working with children. Performance skills and some knowledge of science is desirable but not essential but an interest in learning is a must. Confident drivers, with at least 1 year driving experience strongly preferred. Applicants must live within a 30-minute commute of Edinburgh or Glasgow city centres.

Training sessions and rehearsals will take place throughout January 2025 in Edinburgh. Training/rehearsals paid currently at £84.00 per full day (+ holiday pay).

Successful candidates for this post will be required to join the PVG scheme and subject to a criminal check through Disclosure Scotland.

How to apply:

Click the link below to visit our dedicated careers portal. Please note that only applications submitted via our career's portal will be considered.
Apply online

To view the full job description visit: https://bit.ly/4dKOLFk
The closing date for applications is: Sunday 6 October at 11:59PM
Interviews will be held between: 11 October – 21 October 2024
Selection Centre: 18 November 2024 (in person)

Note: This is a temporary fixed-term contract.

*There may be the possibility of other short-term contract work during our annual Festival in the weeks in-between.

At Edinburgh Science we welcome applications from all backgrounds because we believe that bringing together people with different perspectives, ideas and experiences always leads to better discussions, decisions and results

Trilateral Research is recruiting for a Senior Data Protection Advisor with proven expertise and experience in relation to data protection compliance to join our Data Protection and Cyber-risk service in the United Kingdom or in the Republic of Ireland.



As part of the team, you will be exposed to some of the most interesting data protection challenges of the day, which we resolve on behalf of our varied portfolio of clients. We deliver bespoke services to public, private and third sector clients in the UK and Ireland, supranational institutions, and international organisations. As part of a multidisciplinary team, you will be supported by a network of experts in delivering services to our clients on some of the most pressing issues of the day.  



The successful candidate will have an excellent working knowledge of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)/UK GDPR, and ideally have experience working with other privacy laws and frameworks. Good problem-solving skills are essential to this position, to support tailored data protection improvement and project management for clients. If you are looking for a new challenge and you meet the essential criteria below, we would love to hear from you.



Key responsibilities 

Providing outsourced DPO and DPO Assist services to clients
Undertaking large scale data protection projects for International and Supranational clients, ensuring project deliverables are of a high quality and delivered on time
Line management of one or more Data Protection Advisors
Responsibility for driving key improvements to team systems and processes
Writing briefs for clients on relevant topic areas, including newsletter pieces and other outreach material 
Attending and presenting at client meetings
Business development tasks, including developing proposals and bids for new projects.


Please note that the closing date for applications is the 22nd of October at 5pm GMT. Our hiring team will be continuously reviewing applications as they are submitted. We receive a high volume of applications, and we will only be able to progress applicants that meet all of the essential requirements listed below.

Requirements
Skills and experience 

Essential 

An LLM, other relevant postgraduate qualification and/or CIPP/E or other data protection or information security compliance certifications  
5+ years’ experience in a role centred on data protection
Thorough working knowledge of UK or EU data protection legislation
Experience leading assessments and risk management for complex data processing activities
Project management skills, with a proven track record of independently leading projects to successful completion 
Ability to analyse legislative requirements and translate these into organisational practices and solutions  
Experience in line management
Client and stakeholder management skills and experience 
Excellent writing and communication skills 
Strong attention to detail 


Desirable 

Experience of business development and proposal/tender writing
A working knowledge of cybersecurity
Experience of other privacy frameworks outside of GDPR, including the EUDPR
Experience of writing newsletters and outreach materials
Experience of working in large/complex organisations
Experience of working in a consulting environment or capacity.


What else do I need to know?  

Location: This position is open to candidates based in the Republic of Ireland OR the United Kingdom (remote working available with occasional site visits)

Contract type: Permanent employment contract 

Start date: ASAP

Salary: Commensurate with experience 

Hours: Full time  

Our compensation package includes: competitive salary, enhanced holiday entitlement increasing with service, company sick pay and family friendly pay, flexible working hours, remote working/working from home options, enhanced pension scheme based on service and continuous career development



How to apply? 

Please submit your CV and answer all application questions, linking your experience to our requirements in order to have your application considered. We ask that you refrain from using Generative AI tools in your application submission. References will be required prior to appointment and candidates must be eligible to work in the country the role requires. 



We are an Equal Opportunities employer and positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates, regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital/civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity. We are a Disability Confident committed and Living Wage employer. 

 

At Trilateral Research, we value privacy and data protection rights. We have a longstanding data protection culture and promote robust ethical standards in data management and research ethics. Please read our Recruitment Privacy Notice in relation to our recruitment activities before submitting your application to work with us. 

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Trilateral Research is recruiting for a Software Engineering Manager to join our Socio-Tech for Good team. This is a great opportunity to join a collaborative team that develop ethical solutions that hold large societal impact.



At Trilateral, the Software Engineering Manager is the trusted voice by the business and technical teams for modern and efficient ways of working. They will have a critical role in enabling and delivering ethical AI SaaS solutions for a dedicated product and will supervise a team of engineers who develop, modify, create, and test our SaaS solutions. They will support and ensure we are working in an agile manner and building a community of autonomous, customer value-driven teams that are solution orientated.

What are your responsibilities? 

Please review our full job advert on our careers site for an overview of all responsibilities. A summary includes:

Business & Technical Strategy Alignment

Technical Management – Product-based Delivery


Technical Management - Innovation


Line Management & Team Development





Requirements
General Knowledge and Technical Skills 

Essential:

Excellent time management and organization. 
Ability to work under pressure, organize and prioritize responsibilities. 
Good experience of implementing agile & scrum methodologies to software development. 
Experience in development and delivery of SaaS products and full software development lifecycle (discovery/development/production systems). 
Experience in working with business leads & supporting the prioritization and planning of business objectives. 
Ability to focus on effective communication and stakeholder management. 

 

Interpersonal Skills 

Essential:

Proven experience in managing technical teams. 
Good listening skills and emotional intelligence.  
Strong verbal, written and presentation skills. 
Evidence of good relationship management and ability to build trust in internal and external working relationships.  

 

Required Education and Experience 

 Essential: 

2+ years' experience in managing technical teams and providing SaaS products commercially. 
BSc/MSc in Computer Science or any related field, or equivalent years of experience. 
Demonstrable hands-on technical experience, including AWS based systems (both SQL and NoSQL), and services. 
General knowledge in Python, Java, REACT and REST API development. 
Demonstrable software development experience in agile methods and test-driven development. 
Demonstrable technical project management experience.
Experienced in line management and coaching of technical staff. 
Excellent verbal and written communication skills. 
Passionate about working in the space of Tech for Good.
 

Desirable: 

Experience in working in Research/Innovation Projects. 
Experience working with AWS cloud and relevant microservices environments. 
Good understanding of the software development lifecycle. 
Good understanding of project management principles. 
Strong knowledge of the agile manifesto and its principles. 
Experience in developing automated testing frameworks.


 

What else do I need to know? 

Location: This position is open to candidates based in the United Kingdom (remote based with some travel required) .

Vetting Requirement: Please note that this role requires vetting of Non-Police Personnel Level 3 (NPPV L3), and Basic Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) to be carried out prior to your start. This means only candidates with a minimum of three years residency in the UK will be eligible. 

Salary: Commensurate with experience .

Hours: Full-time hours.

Contract Type: Permanent employment contract. 



Please note that the closing date for applications is the 22nd of October at 5pm GMT. Our hiring team will be continuously reviewing applications as they are submitted. We receive a high volume of applications, and we will only be able to progress applicants that meet all of the essential requirements listed below.

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