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Applications are welcomed from candidates in Europe and other overseas countries. Financial support for visa application fees is available, subject to eligibility and organisational policy. There are Post-doc (Research Fellow) positions available in the field of integrative structural biology, based in the group of Prof. Teresa Carlomagno at the University of Birmingham. The research group studies the functional mechanisms of proteins, including intrinsically disordered proteins, nucleic acids and their complexes by integrative structural biology. The laboratory uses and develops high-field NMR spectroscopy methods as major structural biology tool, in combination with several other techniques. The Research Fellow will work in one of the following fields: RNA metabolism, regulation of gene expression, DNA repair, signalling. The post holder will use NMR spectroscopy, X-ray crystallography and/or Electron Microscopy, as well as Mass Spectrometry and Small Angle Scattering, to study the structure of protein-protein or protein-nucleic acids complexes and discover the mechanisms of their function and regulation. There are opportunities to develop new approaches to integrative structural biology with the combination of the techniques mentioned above. In addition, the Research Fellow will use molecular biology, biophysical and biochemical techniques to characterize biomolecular complexes and their activity in vitro and cellular biology approaches to verify the functional mechanisms in vivo. Role Summary Operate within area of specialism Analyse and interpret research findings and results Work within specified research grants and projects and contribute to writing bids Contribute to public understanding of the discipline or similar. Main Duties The responsibilities may include some but not all of the responsibilities outlined below. Develop research objectives and proposals for own or joint research, in the area of interest of the hosting laboratory (Prof T Carlomagno) Acquire, analyse and interpret data - structural biology, biochemical and biophysical data Apply knowledge in a way which develops new intellectual understanding Disseminate research findings for publication, research seminars etc Present research outputs, including drafting academic publications or parts thereof, for example at seminars and as posters Supervise students on research related work and provide guidance to PhD students where appropriate to the discipline Contribute to writing bids for research funding Contribute to developing new models, techniques and methods Undertake management/administration arising from research Contribute to Departmental/Institute research-related activities and research-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 Collect research data; this may be through a variety of research methods, such as scientific experimentation and literature reviews Deal with problems that may affect the achievement of research objectives and deadlines Promotes equality and values diversity acting as a role model and fostering an inclusive working culture. Person Specification PhD (or near to completion) in Biophysics/ Biochemistry/ Chemical Biology/ Structural Biology or related areas or equivalent qualifications Proficiency in either biomolecular NMR spectroscopy or single-particle electron microscopy, both in data acquisition and analysis Practical experience in a biochemical laboratory and/or handling nucleic acids High level analytical capability Ability to communicate complex information clearly Fluency in relevant models, techniques or methods and ability to contribute to developing new ones Ability to assess resource requirements and use resources effectively Understanding of and ability to contribute to broader management/administration processes Contribute to the planning and organising of the research programme and/or specific research project Co-ordinate own work with others to avoid conflict or duplication of effort 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 Willingness to work in a competitive, international environment Informal enquiries to Teresa Carlomagno, email: Use of AI in applications: We want to understand your genuine interest in the role and for the written elements of your application to accurately reflect your own communication style. Applications that rely too heavily on AI tools can appear generic and lack the detail we need to assess your skills and experience. Such applications will unlikely be progressed to interview. We believe there is no such thing as a 'typical' member of University of Birmingham staff and that diversity in its many forms is a strength that underpins the exchange of ideas, innovation and debate at the heart of University life. We are committed to proactively addressing the barriers experienced by some groups in our community and are proud to hold Athena SWAN, Race Equality Charter and Disability Confident accreditations. We have an Equality Diversity and Inclusion Centre that focuses on continuously improving the University as a fair and inclusive place to work where everyone has the opportunity to succeed. We are also committed to sustainability, which is a key part of our strategy. You can find out more about our work to create a fairer university for everyone on our website.

Head of Architecture vacancy at the University of Birmingham Salary up to £87,500 with potential to reach £105,000 with a market supplement, 40 days leave inclusive of bank holidays and university closure days, generous pension scheme and many other generous benefits Hays Technology and The University of Birmingham are working in partnership to recruit a Head of Architecture on a permanent basis. About the University of Birmingham The University of Birmingham has been part of the city for over 100 years and is proud to be recognised as a world-class Russell Group institution. It supports the growth and development of its staff via work/life balance-orientated hybrid and flexible working schemes, and initiatives such as the sector-leading Birmingham Professional programme, offering career development opportunities to help individuals reach their full potential. The university holds a firm commitment to diversity and inclusion and welcomes individuals from all backgrounds, fostering a collaborative environment where different perspectives drive innovation and progress. Set in leafy Edgbaston, the campus offers excellent transport links and a vibrant atmosphere, with a sports centre, shops, cafés, an art gallery, museum, and botanical gardens. About the role The Head of Architecture plays a key role in structuring the supporting the university in terms of its business, data, application and technical architectures. They report to the CIO to align technical solutions with business needs. The post has supervisory responsibility of the wider architecture team, including specialist in data and process skills, and involves coaching, mentoring and management. In addition, the Head of Architecture will work with others at all levels of the organisation analysing strategic imperatives from senior leaders and supporting managers as they develop and deliver business plans. The Head of Architecture also provides direct input into the governance cycle that supports the achievement of key goals, planning and execution of strategic initiatives or programmes, and delivery of bottom-line business value. What you will be doing Develop and maintain the enterprise architecture roadmap in alignment with the university's strategic plan. Support this with more detailed architecture analysis and solutions in each of the separate domain areas. Work closely with academic and administrative departments to understand their needs and ensure technology solutions support their goals. Oversee the selection and integration of new technologies into the existing IT infrastructure, ensuring compatibility and efficiency. Ensure that plans and roadmaps across all domains align and are compatible with the overall roadmap. Identify issues and propose solutions where needed. Identify and evaluate emerging technologies that could benefit the university, and lead pilot projects to assess their feasibility. Maintain comprehensive documentation of the enterprise architecture, including system diagrams, data models, and process flows. Ensure that projects and services have suitable solution designs developed and maintained. Work closely with Information Security to ensure solutions are designed with security in mind. Oversee and manage the work across the architecture function. Provide guidance and mentorship to the architecture team and the wider IT staff, fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation. What we are looking for Previous experience as a Head of Architecture leading a team within a complex organisation or equivalent role/experience. Experienced Enterprise Architect with background in developing technology architect solutions for systems, infrastructure, security and wider enterprises. Experienced in using and qualified in suitable architecture frameworks and qualifications e.g. TOGAF, CISSP etc. Broad, enterprise-wide understanding of Applications, Infrastructure, Project Management, Service Design and Governance. Understanding of organisational business systems, processes and their infrastructure needs. The ability to recognise structural issues within an organisation, functional interdependencies and cross-silo redundancies. The ability to apply architectural principles to business solutions. Understanding of the legal and purchasing requirements of delivering IT projects and the need for infrastructure input to these processes to ensure compliance. Ability to examine technologies and trends to identify the benefits the University can leverage from adopting those in the future in addition to the immediate usages. Able to clearly articulate complex technical concepts in plain language. The ability to assimilate and correlate disconnected documentation and drawings, and articulate their collective relevance to the organisation and to high-priority business issues. Experience using model-based representations that can be adjusted as required to collect, aggregate or disaggregate complex and conflicting information about the business. The ability to visualise and create high-level models that can be used in future analysis to extend and mature the business architecture. A solution orientated, big picture thinker, broadly aware of multiple technologies, capable of learning. Able to dive into detail as needed for specific situations or to support particular people or projects. 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. What you will get in return A salary of up to £87,500 Market rate supplement - enquire for details

Join us in the ambitious Birmingham In Action campaign, which commits to raising over £600 million of charitable funding and 1 million volunteer hours, positioning the University of Birmingham as one of the leaders in philanthropy in the UK. To fulfil our exciting campaign ambitions, we are recruiting a Senior Philanthropy Manager to maximise philanthropic funding and to take our campaign to the next level. A key member of the Development and Alumni Relations Office s (DARO) Fundraising team, you will be responsible for growing major gifts opportunities and building a sustainable pipeline of future donations. DARO exists to support this academic and student community by engaging, inspiring, and celebrating alumni, individuals, and charitable funders who give their money, time, and networks to support the University s strategic priorities. The Office, which is comprised of five teams, is focused on fundraising and volunteering from alumni, organisations and individuals who are passionate about changing lives, through funding various research projects, supporting student bursaries, mentoring students, and providing internships, as well as providing a versatile programme of engagement opportunities for our global alumni community. As a senior fundraiser, we re looking for someone who is innovative, self-motivated, and able to take ownership of fundraising opportunities, with particular alignment to one of the University s Colleges. You will have experience of delivering against financial targets, along with the ability to translate complex information into a compelling ask in both verbal and written form. You will also have an enthusiasm for building relationships, the skill to interact with high-level donors and supporters, and the ability to showcase the game changing work of our academics and clinicians. We believe there is no such thing as a typical member of staff and that diversity is a source of strength that underpins the exchange of ideas, innovation, and debate. We warmly welcome people from all backgrounds and are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where diversity is at the heart of who and what we are, and how we work. Supporting our people to achieve a healthy work/life balance is important both to our employees and to the success of the University and, depending on the role, we offer a variety of flexible working arrangements. We therefore welcome discussions on all forms of flexible working. In addition, you will receive a generous package of benefits including 40 days paid holiday a year, one paid day a year for volunteering, occupational sick pay, and a pension scheme. We also have three high quality subsidised day nurseries.