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A unique opportunity for an individual to join as a Laboratory Technician in the Veterinary Medicine School at the University of Surrey, responsible for the technical preparation of UG veterinary Medicine classes, safe use and maintenance of the teaching Laboratories within the School of Veterinary Medicine, ensuring a safe, efficient, and well-supported teaching environment. You’ll contribute to laboratory operations, working with the Senior Technician to provide skilled technical support is available to assist UG students and academic staff with practical teaching classes while maintaining compliance with Health & Safety regulations. Role & Responsibilities You’ll be working in a fast-paced and dynamic environment, managing laboratory consumables and equipment, ensuring availability and safe functionality. You will directly support teaching activities by providing inductions for new teaching staff, training on specific equipment, and hands-on assistance as required, working collaboratively with your line manager to maintain high standards of research support. Key responsibilities include: Preparation and Delivery of Teaching Support  Prepare materials for undergraduate and postgraduate practical classes and provide technical support throughout. Work closely with the Senior Teaching Technician to ensure sessions are appropriately serviced and that all equipment is functioning correctly. Procurement and Experimental Design Support  Liaise with academic and technical staff to source materials and support the design of experimental work. This includes ordering and stock control of consumables. Technical Training and Guidance  Provide technical advice, training, and assistance to staff and students in the application of laboratory techniques and the use of equipment, including specialised methods. Day-to-Day Laboratory Support  Assist with the daily operation of teaching laboratories and associated areas. This may include supporting activities in the Research labs and Clinical Skills Laboratory (CSL), including work with live companion animals where required. Health and Safety Compliance  Maintain a safe working environment in accordance with Health & Safety regulations, including electrical safety testing, CoSHH compliance, and the correct disposal of waste. Outreach and Engagement Activities  Participate in demonstrations, workshops, and events such as Open Days, Applicant Days, and Widening Participation initiatives. What’s in it for you? We think Surrey is an amazing place to work, and we are carefully crafting a dynamic, flexible, and fun place to work and thrive. Our campus is a beautiful, leafy environment with carefully designed gardens, vibrant green playing fields, and a picturesque lake. With the buzz of student life and superb working facilities, the University is a global community of ideas and people, dedicated to life-changing education and research in an inspiring, innovative and diverse environment. Alongside our gorgeous campus setting, collegiate on-site atmosphere and plentiful development opportunities, we also offer: 15% employer Pension Contribution Up to 40 DAYS Holiday: 25 Days annual leave + 7 University Days + Bank Holidays Travel & Family benefits including subsidised rail fare, cycle to work scheme and on-site childcare Student discount eligibility On site world-class leisure facilities at discounted rates On-site parking, cafes and restaurants How to apply To apply, please submit your CV & cover letter via our website. You will also be asked some brief questions to help us understand your suitability for the position. For an informal chat about the role, please contact Katy Walker - Senior Lab Manager: katherine.walker@surrey.ac.uk Interviews are expected to take place on 27th July. Further details Job Description

Assistant/Associate, or Full Professor Position in Astrophysics, Earth Science, or Planetary Exploration Mohammed VI Polytechnic University (UM6P) — Benguerir, Morocco Start Date: January 2026 About UM6P: Mohammed VI Polytechnic University (UM6P) is a pioneering institution dedicated to research excellence and innovation in Africa. Located in the sustainable Green City of Benguerir, UM6P ranks among the world’s leading universities in its fields, advancing economic and human development through cutting-edge science. About UM6P Physics School: The UM6P School of Applied and Engineering Physics is a premier engineering physics school in Morocco. Over a rigorous three-year program, it prepares physicists to become future entrepreneurs, leaders, and professionals across Morocco and Africa. Graduates receive an engineering degree in Physics, with education and research conducted at the UM6P Institute of Applied Physics and MARI-SPACE. About MARI-SPACE: The Morocco Aerospace Research Institute (MARI-SPACE) serves as the national hub for aerospace innovation, fostering cutting-edge research, international collaboration, and technological development to support Morocco’s expanding space sector. Position Overview We invite applications for one faculty position at the Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor level in one of the following specialized areas: Cosmology and Cosmic Microwave Background (CMB): Study of the large-scale structure, evolution, and dynamics of the universe Research on cosmic microwave background radiation, cosmic inflation, and early universe physics Contributions to theoretical and observational cosmology, including analysis of data from space and ground-based telescopes Earth Science and Climate Change: Monitoring and modeling Earth’s climate system using satellite remote sensing and sensor networks Assessment and prediction of natural hazards such as earthquakes, wildfires, droughts, and extreme weather Research on the interactions of atmospheric, oceanic, and terrestrial processes and their impact on climate change   Planetary and Exoplanet Exploration and Astrobiology: Investigation of planetary geology, atmospheres, and habitability within the solar system Characterization of exoplanets, including atmospheric composition and potential biosignatures Research on the origins, evolution, and detection of life beyond Earth Astrophysics and Galactic/Extragalactic Studies: Study of galaxy formation and evolution, star formation, and interstellar medium dynamics Research on compact objects such as black holes and neutron stars Exploration of dark matter, dark energy, and their effects on cosmic structures Key Responsibilities Conduct cutting-edge research in the chosen field and contribute to UM6P’s scientific community Teach undergraduate and graduate courses aligned with your expertise Supervise and mentor students in research projects and theses Foster interdisciplinary collaborations and engage with external partners Qualifications Ph.D. in Astrophysics, Cosmology, Earth Science, Planetary Science, Astrobiology, or related fields Strong publication record demonstrating expertise in the chosen research area Proven teaching experience and ability to develop innovative curricula Excellent teamwork and communication skills for interdisciplinary research Contact Information: For questions or more information, please get in touch with Abdelouahed.elfatimy@um6p.ma

The Southampton Nanofabrication Centre (SNC) Facility has a vacant position for a cleanroom process engineer specialising in PECVD (Plasma Enhanced Chemical Vapour Deposition), ALD (Atomic Layer Deposition), and dry-etch plasma processing. The successful applicant will be responsible for delivering user training, creating support documentation, process development, initial fault investigations, preventative maintenance tasks, consumable ordering, and re-qualification for the facilities toolset (9 tools total). They will provide specialist advice, recommendations on complex issues, and develop operational best practices to support research, enterprise, and commercial activities. Some support of relevant thin film characterisation tools will also be included. Applicants will have experience of a semiconductor fabrication cleanroom environment performing thin film processing at wafer scale. They will be experienced and knowledgeable in some or all fields of PECVD, ALD, and dry-etch plasma processing at a practical and theoretical level, plus relevant thin film characterisation techniques. An understanding of tool hardware is beneficial but not essential, maintenance duties will be limited to initial fault diagnosis and routine tasks. An average week could be 3 days directly supporting facility users from varying backgrounds via tool training and use, 1 day process development/area improvement, and 1 day admin/other tasks. Applicants will be capable of self management via task prioritisation and planning, scaling to small projects consisting of several linked tasks. Continuous improvement is an important part of the role and all facility staff are encouraged to self identify opportunities for its implementation. The successful applicant will possess well developed IT skills. Experience with MS Office/365/Sharepoint and a demonstratable ability to develop and deploy data collection, analysis, and automation is desirable, e.g. Excel, JMP, Minitab, Python, or other scripting methods. As well as additional benefits that will make your life easier, such as a generous holiday allowance and additional university closure days. We will support your long-term future too, with access to the Universities Superannuation Scheme (USS), subsidised health and fitness facilities and a range of discounts.  We are proactive in fostering a culture of inclusion, respect and equality of opportunity. We select candidates based on merit and ability and aspire to thrive in the diversity of our workforce. We welcome applications from all candidates with an interest in the role and those who are committed to helping us create an inclusive work environment.  Please note that this role is full time based at Southampton's Highfield campus and does not support remote or hybrid working.