Trainee medical writer
December 16, 2009
NHS Research Role
December 11, 2009
Project Officer
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The NIHR Collaboration for Leadership in Applied Health Research and Care (CLAHRC) for northwest London seeks to recruit recent graduates who are forward thinking, self motivated and willing to work in a fast moving, multi-disciplinary team to deliver change. This post will be a critical support role to the delivery of diverse innovation and health improvement projects.
You will be expected to undertake the role flexibly. It is expected that you will have formal training or experience to degree level or equivalent and have the relevant and necessary computer software aptitude. You will assist clinical and non-clinical programme staff in daily activities, projects and deadlines.
Within the core team there are 14 members to support with additional support for clinical projects across northwest London. You will have the opportunity to develop further work according to your personal interest and experience.
You will be expected to show potential and develop skills in leadership, be quick thinking and responsive, motivated, proactive and innovative in problem solving with a can-do attitude.
For an informal discussion regarding this post please contact Julie Reed on 020 8746 8148 or Ganesh Sathyamoorthy on 020 3315 3067.
For more information on the CLAHRC see our website:
http://www.clahrc-northwestlondon.nihr.ac.uk/
To apply for this position, please visit www.chelwest.nhs.uk/jobs quoting reference: 289-SE-003952.
Management Consulting
December 11, 2009
PWC are currently recruiting trainee management consultants. Check their website for details.
JSPS Postdoctoral Fellowship Call for Applications
December 3, 2009
URL: http://www.jsps.org/pdf/Standard_Award_Poster.pdf
Japan Society for the Promotion of Science (JSPS) is the leading research funding agency in Japan, established by the Japanese Government for the purpose of contributing to the advancement of science.
JSPS plays a key role in the administration of various scientific and academic programmes, whilst expanding bilateral exchange between Japan and the United Kingdom. In cooperation with the Nominating Authorities (the Royal Society and the British Academy), JSPS provides the opportunity for outstanding young researchers to conduct cooperative research with leading groups at Japanese Universities and Institutions for a period of between 1 – 2 years.
The Royal Society and the British Academy are given a quota by JSPS and they operate all application procedures.
The fellowship is worth a maximum of £62,000 (tax exempt for two years) and includes: •Return air ticket •Insurance •Living expenses A further £1,000 is available for Japanese language training and the KAKENHI Grant worth up to £30,000 can be applied for to cover research support costs.
More information about eligibility criteria and how to apply can be found on the following websites; ●The Royal Society: http://www.royalsoc.ac.uk/JSPS-Postdoctoral-Fellowship-Program/ ●The British Academy: http://www.britac.ac.uk/funding/guide/intl/jspspdfnfa.cfm
Polly Watson. International Programme Coordinator JSPS London Tel: 020-7255 4660
Exploring Graduate Entry into Medicine
November 30, 2009
Exploring Graduate Entry into Medicine
19 February 2010
www.careers.lon.ac.uk
Medical careers are now open to a wider range of people than ever before. Accelerated medical courses are designed specifically to train graduates with a non-medical degree as doctors.
This course will help you to find out about:
- Specific degrees, by talking to admissions staff, course organisers and medical students
- The major differences between the courses offered
- How to fund your medical degree
- Writing a successful application form and support statement
- The various entrance exams schools use.
The day will consist of:
- Presentations – from representatives of key medical schools
- Networking Session – with admission tutors and staff
- Medical Student panel – to which you can ask questions on what it is like to do an accelerated medical degree.
Confirmed attendees include:
- University of Cambridge
- University of Nottingham
- Oxford University Medical School
More to be announced!
Participants last year said:
- I feel like now I have a much better idea of what medical schools are looking for and what to expect.
- I feel more informed now than when I first started considering medicine.
- I found the event very useful. Having an opportunity to speak to representatives from the universities was really helpful. The whole event was fantastic.
Join us on Facebook, where you’ll receive updates, can take part in discussions, ask us your questions and share the event with your friends and anyone who you think will be interested in applying to this course: www.careers.lon.ac.uk/facebook/med
Writing skills
November 30, 2009
Our Royal Literary fund fellows giving 1-1 feedback on your writing have got some availability between now and the end of term.
Book by emailing
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Part time work while ‘writing up’?
November 24, 2009
DLHE Temporary Telephone Callers (January- March 2010)
£16,611 p.a. pro-rata (including London Weighting)
Equivalent hourly rate: £9.10
The Destinations of Leavers of Higher Education (DLHE) survey is an annual national project, collecting information on graduate destinations after university. We are now looking to recruit a team of enthusiastic callers for our DLHE Call Centre.
The call centre will run from our central offices in Russell Square, on Mondays-Thursdays from 11 January- 11 February 2009. Shifts will run from 1.00pm-5.00pm and 5.00pm-9.00pm (breaks will be included within shifts). You must be able to work a minimum of four shifts per week.
A meticulous team worker with the ability to keep accurate and legible records, you will possess both a good telephone manner and the ability to communicate effectively in English. The ability to speak any additional languages would be advantageous. Full training will be provided at the start of the call centre.
Please visit www.careers.lon.ac.uk/recruitment for an application form.
Deadline: 10am, 2 December 2009
Telephone Interviews: 8 & 9 November 2009
The Careers Group, University of London is an Equal Opportunities employer.
Please quote The Careers Group, University of London JobOnline in your applications. Top tips for covering letters, CVs and applications can be found at http://www.careers.lon.ac.uk
Telecoms or IT students
November 24, 2009
AnalysisMason have some consultancy vacancies that may suit PSE or Management PhDs. Googly for fiurther info.
Science Careers Fair at Guy’s
November 24, 2009
Wednesday pm 25/11. New Hunts house.
Not designed for PhDs but you will have an opportunity to listen to reps form AstraZeneca, BBSRC, Health Protction Agency, Science Museum – and much more
Business / HR Research job
November 24, 2009
Research Analysts (London)
Salary £21 000
We are currently recruiting for a number of Research Analysts to be responsible for collecting and analysing data and information for over 350 locations worldwide.
Analysts could be required to work in any of ECA’s production departments, producing essential resources for global mobility professionals such as:
- Surveys of global variations in cost of living and accommodation
- Software and reports to calculate and compare personal tax and social security liabilities
- Pay and benefits data and policy benchmarking for international assignees
- Analysis of family expenditure patterns based on official statistics from governments worldwide
Successful applicants will be of graduate calibre, show natural curiosity and be able to write concise, readable reports with mathematical content. They will have good attention to detail, proven numeracy skills, a flexible approach to tasks assigned, enjoy team-work and be computer literate.
To apply, send or email your CV with a covering letter highlighting the qualities that make you suitable for this position to Rebecca Darling at recruitment@eca-international.com, putting ‘Research Analyst’ in the subject line of your email.
The closing date for applications is 6 December 2009, although candidates with early applications may be interviewed sooner.
