Lecturer in Education, Geography PGCE, Faculty of Education and Language Studies

22.2 hours per week, Temporary contract until 31 December 2013, Based in Milton Keynes

£37,012-£44,166 pro-rata

circulation date : 17/01/2012

closing date : 14/02/2012

We are seeking a subject leader for Geography for The Open University’s innovative flexible secondary PGCE; an exciting on-line programme, awarded outstanding Ofsted grades. You will lead a team of specialist tutors and translate developments in education into distance-learning materials. You will be responsible for the day-to-day running of the Geography subject-line and for supporting the professional development of the specialist tutors.

You will have successful personal experience of teaching Geography in UK secondary schools and of working with Initial Teacher Education students, as well as good organisational, communication and ICT skills.

You will have a higher degree or equivalent professional knowledge. A research/scholarship interest in the field of Geography Education or in Initial Teacher Education is particularly welcome, as is curriculum development experience and an ability to contribute to the wider teaching activity of the Faculty.

Closing date: 12 noon on 14 February 2012.

Related websites

  Information for Applicant (http://www3.open.ac.uk/employment/appinfo.doc)

Further details ( "Further particulars" ) are available from the web site at www.open.ac.uk/employment or use the contact details shown below.

email: FELS-Recruitment@open.ac.uk Information

An application form and further particulars are available from the links located above.

Hard copies and access details for disabled applicants are available from the Staffing Team on 01908 652381 or by email (link above)


Please quote reference 7760

Further particulars are available in large print, disk or audiotape (Minicom 01908 654901).
We promote diversity in employment and welcome applications from all sections of the community.

Head of Planning & Resources, Faculty of Health & Social Care

Based at Milton Keynes

£46,846 - £52,706

circulation date : 09/02/2012

closing date : 01/03/2012

As the Head of Planning & Resources you will manage all the resource operations of the Faculty and so will need to have a strong track record of managing budgets, staff and change to implement Faculty and University priorities in a rapidly changing environment.

You should be able to work effectively and be able to influence senior colleagues, especially the Faculty's Executive team and to ensure that the academic priorities of the Faculty are aligned with resource requirements and risk is managed appropriately. You will contribute to the strategic planning of the Faculty through your engagement with the HE and HSC external environment and will be responsible for the implementation of strategic plans.


Closing date: close of business Thursday 01 March 2012

Related websites

  Information for Applicant (http://www3.open.ac.uk/employment/appinfo.doc)

  HSC website (http://www.open@ac.uk/hsc)

Further details ( "Further particulars" ) are available from the web site at www.open.ac.uk/employment or use the contact details shown below.

email: HSC-Recruitment@open.ac.uk 

An application form and further particulars are available from the links located above.

Hard copies and access details for disabled applicants are available from the Recruitment Co-ordinator on 01908 654235 or by email (link above).


Please quote reference 7838

Further particulars are available in large print, disk or audiotape (Minicom 01908 654901).
We promote diversity in employment and welcome applications from all sections of the community.

Policy and Public Affairs Executive

The Open University in Ireland, Based in Belfast

£30,122 - £35,938

circulation date : 06/02/2012

closing date : 17/02/2012

This is a new post and an exciting opportunity to work with The Open University, the UK and Ireland’s largest university. We are seeking a policy and public affairs professional to augment our team, based in our Belfast headquarters. Working with our Director for Ireland, you will be responsible for delivering the University’s policy and public affairs activities in both Northern Ireland and in the Republic of Ireland, including; raising awareness of the Open University’s work and contribution to society in Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland. Co-ordinating communications with key stakeholders, including government bodies, elected representatives and the media on both sides of the border. Monitoring, researching, consulting and contributing to matters of public policy in the higher education sector and preparing responses to consultations by government and other bodies. Planning and delivering profile-raising public events.

The closing date is 12 noon, 17 February 2012.

Related websites

  Information for Applicant (http://www3.open.ac.uk/employment/appinfo.doc)

Further details ( "Religious Affiliation" and "Further particulars" ) are available from the web site at www.open.ac.uk/employment or use the contact details shown below.

email: Ireland-Recruitment@open.ac.uk 

An application form and further particulars are available by writing to Michelle Graham, Open University, 110 Victoria Street Road, Belfast, BT1 3GN from the links located above.

Hard copies and access details for disabled applicants are available by calling the Recruitment Co-ordinator on +44 (0)2890 245025 or by email (link above) quoting the reference number.




Please quote reference 7509

Further particulars are available in large print, disk or audiotape (Minicom 01908 654901).
We promote diversity in employment and welcome applications from all sections of the community.

Business Systems Manager (Library Services)

Based in Milton Keynes

£30,122 - £35,938

circulation date : 02/02/2012

closing date : 23/02/2012

Would you like to play a key role in the development, management and delivery of the Open University’s Library systems, services and products? You will be responsible for managing the core Library systems which support all our business processes, including our critical services to OU students and staff. You will provide technical input to projects and service developments, in particular developing and supporting the hardware and operating system infrastructure of both existing and new systems for the Library.

You will have working experience of maintaining and supporting specialist library systems such as LMS, open url resolvers, and access and authentication systems such as EZ Proxy and Athens DA. You will also have experience of development with one or more web scripting languages such as Perl or PHP. You will have excellent time management skills and the ability to work autonomously to prioritise tasks in a busy environment.

Closing date: 23 February 2012.

Interviews: 5 March 2012.

Related websites

  Information for Applicant (http://www3.open.ac.uk/employment/appinfo.doc)

Further details ( "Further particulars" ) are available from the web site at www.open.ac.uk/employment or use the contact details shown below.

email: library-recruitment@open.ac.uk Information

An application form and further particulars are available from the link located above.

Hard copies and access details for disabled applicants are available from the Recruitment Co-ordinator on 01908 659279 (24 hour answering service or by email (link above).


Please quote reference 7837

Further particulars are available in large print, disk or audiotape (Minicom 01908 654901).
We promote diversity in employment and welcome applications from all sections of the community.

Senior Faculty Manager, Faculty of Arts, Based in Edinburgh

Part time 14.8 hours per week, Temporary contract available immediately to 31 January 2015,

£37,012 - £44,166 pro rata

circulation date : 26/01/2012

closing date : 16/02/2012

You will work with the Arts Staff Tutors and the permanent Faculty Manager carrying out the academic administration relating to the delivery of the Arts Faculty’s modules in Scotland, and to the support of students studying on these modules. You will also share responsibility with the Staff Tutors for the management of Arts Associate Lecturer staff in Scotland. Duties will include: recruitment, staff development and monitoring of part-time Associate Lecturer staff; liaison with part-time Associate Lecturer staff; the organisation of tutorials and day schools; responding to queries from staff and students; and the provision of management information to the Arts Staff Tutors.

You should be a graduate with experience of administration and of teaching in higher or adult education. You should also possess appropriate IT skills.

Closing date: noon on 16 February 2012. Interviews will take place early/mid March 2012.

Related websites

  Information for Applicant (http://www3.open.ac.uk/employment/appinfo.doc)

Further details ( "Further particulars" ) are available from the web site at www.open.ac.uk/employment or use the contact details shown below.

email: Arts-recruit@open.ac.uk 

An application form and further particulars are available from the links located above.

Hard copies and access details for disabled applicants are available from the Recruitment Co-ordinator on 01908 653370 or by email (link above).


Please quote reference 7826

Further particulars are available in large print, disk or audiotape (Minicom 01908 654901).
We promote diversity in employment and welcome applications from all sections of the community.

Head of Curriculum Management, Faculty of Mathematics, Computing and Technology

Based in Milton Keynes

£46,846 - £52,706

circulation date : 02/02/2012

closing date : 23/02/2012

Are you motivated by shaping and managing change and delivering excellent service support to meet key challenges? We are seeking a strong leader with the skills to lead a newly integrated team responsible for delivering curriculum and programme support services in the largest Faculty in the University.

As the Head of Curriculum Management in the Faculty of Mathematics, Computing and Technology, you will exercise professional leadership for a large body of staff and their administrative activities. You will ensure a strong service focus to stakeholders, and that staffing structures and processes, systems and management information are fit for Faculty purpose. You will need to have a strong track-record in leading people and managing change, be able to prioritise resources and delegate effectively. You need excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and the ability to influence senior academic and other staff not least through membership of the Faculty Executive Group.

Closing date: noon on 23 February 2012.

Related websites

  Information for Applicant (http://www3.open.ac.uk/employment/appinfo.doc)

Further details ( "Further particulars" ) are available from the web site at www.open.ac.uk/employment or use the contact details shown below.

email: MCT-Staffing@open.ac.uk Information

An application form and further particulars are available from the links located above.

Hard copies and access details for disabled applicants are available from the Staffing Assistant on 01908 654161 or by email (link above)


Please quote reference 7832

Further particulars are available in large print, disk or audiotape (Minicom 01908 654901).
We promote diversity in employment and welcome applications from all sections of the community.

Examinations Co-ordinator

Examinations Office, Assessment, Credit and Qualifications, Student Services, Based in Milton Keynes

£20,559 – £23,121, Temporary contract for 12 Months to cover Maternity Leave

circulation date : 02/02/2012

closing date : 16/02/2012

Do you like working with other people in a team environment? Do you enjoy a varied role and gain satisfaction from seeing a task through from beginning to end? Can you work effectively under pressure to meet deadlines and ensure attention to detail?

The varied duties of this role are concerned with the arrangements for examination script marking. You will require good all-round communication skills for answering students' queries on the telephone, and in dealing with staff queries face-to-face. You will also need good IT skills, especially in Microsoft Office packages.

Relevant office experience, knowledge of computer systems and good communication skills are essential. Being customer focused with a great attention to detail is vital, as is an ability to deal with complex telephone enquiries. The ability to cope with carrying out a number of high volume routine tasks is also essential.

Closing date: 16 February 2012.

Anticipated interview date: 24 February 2012.

Related websites

  Information for Applicant (http://www3.open.ac.uk/employment/appinfo.doc)

Further details ( "Further particulars" ) are available from the web site at www.open.ac.uk/employment or use the contact details shown below.

email: SS-Assessment-Recruit-SandC@open.ac.uk 

An application form and further particulars are available from the links located above.

Hard copies and access details for disabled applicants are available by calling the Recruitment Co-ordinator on 01908 858687 (24-hour answering service) or by email (link above) quoting the reference number.


Please quote reference 7816

Further particulars are available in large print, disk or audiotape (Minicom 01908 654901).
We promote diversity in employment and welcome applications from all sections of the community.

Teaching Opportunities, 2012 Summer Residential Schools

Residential Schools, Teaching & Learner Support, Student Services

circulation date : 19/01/2012

closing date : 20/02/2012

We are now recruiting for teaching posts at our 2012 summer residential schools. Subjects covered include Arts, Languages, Science, Engineering, Maths and Psychology. Schools are held at venues across the UK and in Western Europe.

Most schools will run between 30 June and 18 August and appointments are usually for one week or two consecutive weeks. Accommodation and meals are provided and staff are expected to be fully resident for the duration of their appointment.

Please note that the dates for AXR272 - The Art History Residential School are earlier than in previous years.

The closing date is 20 February 2012.

Equal Opportunity is University Policy

Related websites

  For detailed information and how to apply (http://www3.open.ac.uk/residential-school-jobs)

For more detailed information about the roles and information on how to apply, please refer to our website www3.open.ac.uk/residential-school-jobs.

Please quote reference 5950

School Administrators, 2012 Summer Residential Schools

Residential Schools, Teaching & Learner Support, Student Services

circulation date : 19/01/2012

closing date : 20/02/2012

We are now recruiting for school administrators at our 2012 summer residential schools in Bath, Caen (France), Jena (Germany), Nottingham, Queen Mary (London), Santiago de Compostela (Spain) and Sussex (for overseas schools, you must have proficiency in spoken French, German or Spanish as appropriate).

School administrators work with the school director, providing management support to ensure the smooth running of the school. You will manage administrative arrangements for student and staff support at the school. We are looking for someone at Grade 7 or above, with a proven management background and preferably with experience of residential schools.

The closing date is 20 February 2012.

Equal Opportunity is University Policy

Related websites

  To submit your application (http://www.open.ac.uk/forms/residential03)

For more detailed information about the role, please refer to our website www3.open.ac.uk/residential-school-jobs.

Please quote reference 5948

School Directors, 2012 Summer Residential Schools

Residential Schools, Teaching & Learner Support, Student Services

circulation date : 19/01/2012

closing date : 20/02/2012

We are now recruiting for school director posts at our 2012 summer residential schools in Bath, Caen (France), Jena (Germany), Nottingham, Santiago (Spain) and Sussex (for overseas schools, you must have proficiency in spoken French, German or Spanish as appropriate).

School directors are responsible for the day-to-day operation of the school. You will act as the senior representative of the University in respect to all student and staff activities. We are looking for someone at Grade 8 or above, preferably with experience of residential schools, to provide senior leadership at the school. You will have an experienced team of module directors, tutors, learning adviser and administrative/office staff to depend on.

The closing date is 20 February 2012.

Equal Opportunity is University Policy

Related websites

  To submit your application (http://www.open.ac.uk/forms/residential03)

For more detailed information about the role, please refer to our website www3.open.ac.uk/residential-school-jobs.

Please quote reference 5947

Senior Manager, Research and Scholarship Quality

Based in Milton Keynes

£37,012 - £44,166

circulation date : 06/02/2012

closing date : 27/02/2012

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced, professional, highly motivated senior manager to join The Open University, the UK’s largest teaching and research university. Working in the Research School, the OU’s central support for research, you will be responsible for the quality management of our research and scholarship. You will also be administrative lead for the development and management of the OU’s REF 2014 submission.

You will have excellent knowledge of the UK policy and funding environment for research, be educated to degree level or equivalent, and have excellent planning and communication skills. Enterprising, adaptable and a self-starter, you will be a good team player and able to manage a complex and stimulating workload. You will have relevant experience of research administration in higher education or directly related domain. Personal involvement in previous UK research assessment exercises or REF 2014 preparations would be an advantage.

Closing date: noon 27 February 2012
Interview date: 9 March 2012

Related websites

  Information for Applicant (http://www3.open.ac.uk/employment/appinfo.doc)

Further details ( "Further particulars" ) are available from the web site at www.open.ac.uk/employment or use the contact details shown below.

email: Univ-Sec-Recruitment@open.ac.uk Information

An application form and further particulars are available from the links located above.

Hard copies and access details for disabled applicants are available from the Recruitment Co-ordinator on 01908 654901 or by email (link above)


Please quote reference 7822

Further particulars are available in large print, disk or audiotape (Minicom 01908 654901).
We promote diversity in employment and welcome applications from all sections of the community.

Assistant Director (Development, Learning and Teaching), Based in Cardiff

The Open University in Wales

£46,846 - £52,706

circulation date : 09/02/2012

closing date : 01/03/2012

Cyfarwyddwr Cynorthwyol (Datblygu, Dysgu ac Addysgu)

Y Brifysgol Agored yng Nghymru
£46,846 - £52,706, Cyf: 7813
Lleolir yng Nghaerdydd

You will play a key role in the Open University's work in Wales in the areas of ensuring quality of support for students, educational development and linkage to academic units. Reporting to the Director, Wales you will be a member of the Directorate Team, working to meet the challenges of a rapidly changing higher education environment in Wales, including such areas as widening access and collaborative activities.

With a commitment to ensuring high standards of service delivery, you will have considerable experience of student support issues, educational development and management roles within Higher Education. You will have the knowledge, skills and flexibility to work with funding bodies and other units of the Open University in order to maintain a high quality student experience and to implement the broader strategies of the University.

Closing date: 12 noon 1 March 2012.

Interview date to be advised.

Byddwch yn chwarae rôl allweddol yng ngwaith y Brifysgol Agored yng Nghymru ym meysydd sicrhau ansawdd cymorth i fyfyrwyr, datblygiad addysgol a chysylltiadau ag unedau academaidd. Yn atebol i Gyfarwyddwr Cymru, byddwch yn aelod o Dîm y Gyfarwyddiaeth, gan weithio i ymateb i heriau'r amgylchedd addysg uwch yng Nghymru sy'n newid yn gyflym, gan gynnwys meysydd megis ehangu mynediad a gweithgareddau cydweithredol.

Gydag ymrwymiad i sicrhau y darperir gwasanaethau o safon uchel, byddwch yn meddu ar brofiad sylweddol o faterion sy'n ymwneud â chefnogi myfyrwyr, datblygiad addysgol a rolau rheoli ym maes Addysg Uwch. Bydd gennych y wybodaeth, y sgiliau a'r hyblygrwydd i weithio gyda chyrff ariannu ac unedau eraill y Brifysgol Agored er mwyn cynnal profiad o safon uchel i fyfyrwyr ac i weithredu strategaethau ehangach y Brifysgol.

Dyddiad cau: Hanner dydd, 1 Mawrth 2012.

Dyddiad y cyfweliad i’w gyhoeddi.

For detailed information and how to apply go to www3.open.ac.uk/employment, call Alison Deering, Directorate Assistant (HR) on 029 2026 2732, email Wales-Recruitment@open.ac.uk or write to The Open University in Wales, Custom House Street, Cardiff, CF10 1AP quoting the relevant reference number.

Am wybodaeth fanwl a manylion am sut i wneud cais, ewch i www3.open.ac.uk/employment, ffoniwch Alison Deering, Cynorthwy-ydd y Gyfarwyddiaeth (Adnoddau Dynol) ar 029 2026 2732, anfonwch neges e-bost i Wales-Recruitment@open.ac.uk neu ysgrifennwch at y Brifysgol Agored yng Nghymru, Heol y Tolldy, Caerdydd, CF10 1AP gan roi'r rhif cyfeirnod perthnasol.

Related websites

  Information for Applicant (http://www3.open.ac.uk/employment/appinfo.doc)

Further details ( "Manylion Pellach" and "Further particulars" ) are available from the web site at www.open.ac.uk/employment or use the contact details shown below.

email: Wales-Recruitment@open.ac.uk 

An application form and further particulars are available from the links located above.

Hard copies and access details for disabled applicants are available by calling the Recruitment Co-ordinator on 029 2026 2732 or by email (link above).


Please quote reference 7813

Further particulars are available in large print, disk or audiotape (Minicom 01908 654901).
We promote diversity in employment and welcome applications from all sections of the community.

Student Services Manager (Careers)

The Open University in the East Midlands, Based in Nottingham

£30,122–£35,938 (pro-rata), Part-time 29.6 hrs pw; reducing to 14.8 hours pw wef 1 August 2012

circulation date : 31/01/2012

closing date : 21/02/2012

This is an exciting opportunity for a knowledgeable careers professional to work with our team of Educational Advisers based in the East Midlands Regional Centre (Nottingham) with occasional travel to the North Regional Centre (Gateshead).

You will have responsibility for delivering careers advice and guidance to students in the East Midlands Region, the North East and Europe. You will be undertaking this work primarily by telephone, online and email.

You will have a first degree (or equivalent), professional qualification (or equivalent) or relevant experience in careers guidance within an adult, further or higher education environment. An understanding of the needs of adult or distance learners would be an advantage.

Closing date: noon 21 February 2012.

Interview date: 2 March 2012.

Related websites

  Information for Applicant (http://www3.open.ac.uk/employment/appinfo.doc)

Further details ( "Further particulars" ) are available from the web site at www.open.ac.uk/employment or use the contact details shown below.

email: R05-Applications@open.ac.uk 

An application form and further particulars are available from the links located above.

Hard copies and access details for disabled applicants are available by contacting the Recruitment Co-ordinator by email (link above) quoting the reference number.


Please quote reference 7667

Further particulars are available in large print, disk or audiotape (Minicom 01908 654901).
We promote diversity in employment and welcome applications from all sections of the community.

Student Services Manager, Advice & Guidance

East Grinstead Office, England South, Student Services, Based in East Grinstead

£30,122 to £35,938, Temporary contract ending 31 July 2013

circulation date : 27/01/2012

closing date : 17/02/2012

The Open University in the South East offers existing and prospective students in the region a MATRIX-accredited service of information, advice and guidance on issues concerning their studies and career planning. As a member of our Learner Support Services Team, you will respond to students’ e-mail, postal and telephone queries, offer proactive support and occasionally give face to face advice & guidance.

You will have a degree (or equivalent) with relevant professional experience in higher, adult or further education. You will understand the needs of adult learners, particularly those new to higher education, have good communication and IT skills and be able to work effectively in a team within a context of change and development.

Closing date: midday 17 February 2012.

Interview date: 29 February 2012.

Related websites

  Information for Applicant (http://www3.open.ac.uk/employment/appinfo.doc)

Further details ( "Further particulars" ) are available from the web site at www.open.ac.uk/employment or use the contact details shown below.

email: r13-recruitment@open.ac.uk 

An application form and further particulars are available from the links located above.

Hard copies and access details for disabled applicants are available by calling the Recruitment Co-ordinator, Alison Downs, on 01342 341094 (73194); or by email (link above)quoting the reference number above.




Please quote reference 7799

Further particulars are available in large print, disk or audiotape (Minicom 01908 654901).
We promote diversity in employment and welcome applications from all sections of the community.

Post Doctoral Research Associate in Computational Molecular Physics, Department of Physical Sciences, Faculty of Science, The Open University

16 month temporary contract, Based in Milton Keynes

£27,578 - £35,938 depending on evidence of independent research

circulation date : 16/01/2012

closing date : 13/02/2012

Department of Physics & Astronomy, University College, London
£29,099 - £35,789 plus London Allowance if appropriate
Based in London
4 month temporary contract

An outstanding opportunity to join a team comprising researchers from The Open University and University College London at the forefront of developing “better high performance computing software for future science". The aim of this project is to develop a set of high-quality, atomic and molecular HPC codes to address newly-emerging areas like atto-second science and biological radiation damage phenomena.

The appointee will undertake the re-engineering of part of UKRmol, an electron-molecule scattering suite of codes. In order to perform studies with larger targets and treat more diffuse molecular states, the basis set currently employed to describe the continuum electron will have to be replaced (probably with B-splines). The implementation of new basis functions will require the re-programming of most of the integral evaluation. Therefore, strong numerical analysis and programming skills will be required.

Applicants should hold a PhD in physics, chemistry, mathematics or related area, and must have strong skills in software development using Fortran 95. A background in computational chemistry or molecular physics is preferred.

It is intended to appoint the same person to undertake both the PDRA roles consecutively commencing with the OU contract, noting that these will be separate employment contracts without any transfer of rights or continuity of employment between them.

Closing date: 13 February 2012.

Interview date: 27 February 2012.

Related websites

  Information for Applicant (http://www3.open.ac.uk/employment/appinfo.doc)

Further details ( "Further particulars" ) are available from the web site at www.open.ac.uk/employment or use the contact details shown below.

email: science-recruitment@open.ac.uk Information

An application form and further particulars are available from the links located above.

Hard copies and access details for disabled applicants are available from the Recruitment Co-ordinator on 01908 653346 or by email (link above)


Please quote reference 7731

Further particulars are available in large print, disk or audiotape (Minicom 01908 654901).
We promote diversity in employment and welcome applications from all sections of the community.

Research Assistants in Classical Studies

37 hours per week on a 12 month contract, or 18.5 hours per week on a 24 month contract

Available from 1 May 2012, Based in Milton Keynes

circulation date : 26/01/2012

closing date : 23/02/2012

We are looking for 2 Research Assistants to work either part-time for 2 years or full-time for one year on the following projects:

Negotiating Gender in Renaissance Medicine (Ref: 7638)
You will have a good honours degree or MA in a relevant subject, such as (or including the study of) Latin, Renaissance History or History of Medicine. You will also have, or will be about to obtain, a PhD.

Hippocrates Electric (Ref: 7639)
You will have a good honours degree or MA in Classics, Classical Studies, Reception Theory or History of Medicine, with some prior knowledge of ancient Greek medicine at undergraduate or higher level. You will also have, or will be about to obtain, a PhD.

For both posts you will be expected to have an understanding of the nature of academic research and experience in the preparation and editing of substantial pieces of text. You will also need appropriate IT experience, good literacy and numeracy skills, the ability to show initiative and work with minimum supervision and as an effective member of a team.

Closing date: noon on 23 February 2012.
Interview date: 26 March 2012.

Related websites

  Information for Applicant (http://www3.open.ac.uk/employment/appinfo.doc)

Further details ( "7638 Further Particulars" and "7639 Further Particulars" ) are available from the web site at www.open.ac.uk/employment or use the contact details shown below.

email: Arts-recruit@open.ac.uk Information

An application form and further particulars are available from the links located above.

Hard copies and access details for disabled applicants are available from the Recruitment Co-ordinator on 01908 653370 (24 hour answer phone) or by email (link above)


Please quote reference 7638 & 7639

Further particulars are available in large print, disk or audiotape (Minicom 01908 654901).
We promote diversity in employment and welcome applications from all sections of the community.

Research Associate in Marketing Strategy , Open University Business School

Temporary contract for 2 years, Based in Milton Keynes

£30,122 - £35,938

circulation date : 26/01/2012

closing date : 23/02/2012

The Open University Business School has a growing profile of leading research projects in the areas of marketing and strategic management.

We are now looking for a Research Associate to work in close conjunction with Professor Sally Dibb and other academic colleagues from the Centre for Strategy and Marketing contributing to several marketing strategy research projects

You will have a relevant PhD and a good research record (underpinned by strong academic qualifications). You should also have experience as a management researcher, have a passion for research and be able at times to work under your own initiative. For this post a research background in marketing strategy and/or strategy is essential.

Closing date for electronic applications: 12:00 noon on 23 February 2012
Interview date: 14 March 2012

Related websites

  Information for Applicant (http://www3.open.ac.uk/employment/appinfo.doc)

Further details ( "Further particulars" ) are available from the web site at www.open.ac.uk/employment or use the contact details shown below.

email: oubs-recruitment@open.ac.uk 

An application form and further particulars are available from the links located above.

Hard copies and access details for disabled applicants are available via email (link above).


Please quote reference 7818

Further particulars are available in large print, disk or audiotape (Minicom 01908 654901).
We promote diversity in employment and welcome applications from all sections of the community.

Post Doctoral Research Associate, Department of Physical Sciences, Planetary & Space Sciences, Faculty of Science

Based in Milton Keynes, Temporary contract until 31 March 2014

£30,122 - £35,938

circulation date : 26/01/2012

closing date : 23/02/2012

A post-doctoral research position is available to tackle current problems in cosmochemistry/planetary science utilising the latest analytical instrumentation.

An integrated study involving mineralogy, spectroscopy and isotopic analysis. The study will focus on the characterisation of the isotopic, textural and mineralogic associations of carbonaceous material at the micro to nanoscale and to examine the effects of asteroidal parent body processing these associations. This work seeks to investigate the relationship between nebular dust and carbonaceous materials in pre- and post-accretionary environments with the aim of developing our understanding of early solar system formation processes.

Planetary and Space Sciences is major research grouping that brings together leading elements of analytical cosmochemistry, space exploration and experimental simulation. It is equipped with a range of front line analytical and experimental instrumentation to tackle this project – including NanoSIMS, isotope mass spectrometers, FIB-SEM, nano-Raman microprobe and access to new electron microprobe, SEM and TEM and necessary support facilities and a range of hypervelocity and environmental simulation chambers.

Closing date for receipt of completed applications: 23 February 2012.

Related websites

  Information for Applicant (http://www3.open.ac.uk/employment/appinfo.doc)

Further details ( "Further particulars" ) are available from the web site at www.open.ac.uk/employment or use the contact details shown below.

email: science-recruitment@open.ac.uk 

An application form and further particulars are available from the links located above.

Hard copies and access details for disabled applicants are available from the Recruitment Co-ordinator on 01908 659672 or by email (link above).


Please quote reference 7687

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Research Associate in Sustainable Bio-energy, Faculty of Mathematics, Computing and Technology

Temporary contract for 6 months, Based in Milton Keynes

£29,972 - £35,788

circulation date : 19/01/2012

closing date : 16/02/2012

An excellent research opportunity is available within the Development Policy and Practice Group for a post-doctoral candidate to investigate ‘Knowledge Production for Sustainable Bio-energy: An analysis of UK decision processes and priorities’.

You will have a completed PhD degree in a relevant area, excellent knowledge of relevant social science methodologies, good writing and presentation skills, experience of publishing research work and an ability to work in interdisciplinary teams.

Informal enquiries can be made to Dr Les Levidow by email (link below).

Closing date: noon on 16 February 2012.

Related websites

  Information for Applicant (http://www3.open.ac.uk/employment/appinfo.doc)

Further details ( "Further particulars" ) are available from the web site at www.open.ac.uk/employment or use the contact details shown below.

email: MCT-Staffing@open.ac.uk Information
email: L.Levidow@open.ac.uk Informal enquiries

An application form and further particulars are available from the links located above.

Hard copies and access details for disabled applicants are available from the Staffing Team on 01908 654161 or by email (link above).


Please quote reference 7789

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Production Operators, LTS Distribution

Based in Wellingborough

£15,151 - £17,329

circulation date : 02/02/2012

closing date : 16/02/2012

The job involves being part of a team responsible for collating and packing material which is despatched to locations within the U.K. and worldwide.

The work is of a physical nature involving prolonged standing and manual handling activities handling a variety of learning materials and packaged items. Ideally the applicant will have warehouse/assembly experience and be able to demonstrate excellent team working skills in a high output environment. You must have good manual dexterity and have basic literacy skills, as well as being numerate. You will be expected to operate warehouse equipment for which training will be provided.

Closing date: 16 February 2012

Related websites

  Information for Applicant (http://www3.open.ac.uk/employment/appinfo.doc)

Further details ( "Further particulars" ) are available from the web site at www.open.ac.uk/employment or use the contact details shown below.

email: l.a.payne@open.ac.uk Information

An application form and further particulars are available from the links located above.

Hard copies and access details for disabled applicants are available from the Recruitment Co-ordinator on 01908 659972 (24-hour voicemail system) or by email (link above)


Please quote reference 7696

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Arts and Humanities Studentships, Faculty of Arts

Two full-time, three-year PhD studentships available from 1 October 2012

Based in Milton Keynes

circulation date : 02/02/2012

closing date : 31/03/2012

The Faculty of Arts at The Open University is home to world-class scholars and research groups in the fields of Art History, History, English, Music, Philosophy, Religious Studies and Classical Studies. We have funding to support two full-time PhD studentships, to commence 1 October 2012. Studentships provide a stipend linked to the research council level (in 2011/12 this is £13,590 per annum), and cover tuition fees (the rate for UK or EU students). Students have an additional fund for research expenses of £1,000 per annum. Successful applicants will have at least an upper second class honours in their undergraduate degree and will usually have completed (or will complete by September 2011) a relevant Master’s degree. Applications are welcome across the full range of subject areas within the Faculty, although priority may be given to applications which link to existing research strengths.

For further details of research within the Arts Faculty of The Open University see http://www.open.ac.uk/Arts/research/index.shtml

For a copy of The Open University’s Research Degrees Prospectus, see http://www.open.ac.uk/research/research-degrees/overview.php

The closing date for applications is 31 March 2012.

Related websites

  Information for Applicant (http://www3.open.ac.uk/employment/appinfo.doc)

Further details ( "Application Form" and "Further particulars" ) are available from the web site at www.open.ac.uk/employment or use the contact details shown below.

email: l.archer@open.ac.uk Lyn Archer
email: a.ford@open.ac.uk Anne Ford

For essential detailed information and instructions on how to apply go to www3.open.ac.uk/employment. For advice on the applications procedure, contact Lyn Archer in the Research Degrees Team (01908 653806, email above).

Applicants are also strongly advised to contact potential supervisors within the Faculty prior to making a formal application. For details see the Arts Faculty’s departmental websites, or contact Anne Ford (01908 653177, email above) in the first instance.


Please quote reference 6001

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The Open University and The University of Oxford PhD studentship in Classical Reception

Full-time three-year studentship

Based in Milton Keynes/Oxford

circulation date : 02/02/2012

closing date : 31/03/2012

Applications are invited for the full-time three-year Michael Comber PhD studentship in Classical Reception, starting in October 2012. Michael Comber (1944 – 2004) was a classical tutor for Oxford colleges and for the Open University and had a particular interest in classical reception. This studentship is funded by the Open University and The University of Oxford, and will be jointly supervised by staff from both institutions. The award holder will undertake research for an Open University PhD and will have access to research facilities at both institutions. The studentship includes a maintenance grant at AHRC rates, fees at both universities and membership of St Hilda’s College, Oxford.

You should have a good honours degree in a relevant subject and should have, or expect to gain shortly, a Master’s degree, or equivalent research experience, together with a high level of language expertise in the classical languages and/or the modern languages relevant to your topic.

Closing date: 31 March 2012.

It is anticipated that interviews will be held at The Open University, Milton Keynes week commencing 23 April 2012.

Related websites

  Information for Applicant (http://www3.open.ac.uk/employment/appinfo.doc)

Further details ( "Application Form" and "Further particulars" ) are available from the web site at www.open.ac.uk/employment or use the contact details shown below.

email: l.archer@open.ac.uk Lyn Archer
email: y.s.bartley@open.ac.uk Yvonne Bartley
email: h.king@open.ac.uk / chris.pelling@classics.ox.ac.uk Informal enquiries

For details on how to apply, please see the further particulars. Applications are through the standard Open University research degree application form, available online at http://www.open.ac.uk/research/research-degrees/index.php. For advice on the applications procedure, contact Lyn Archer in the Research Degrees Team (01908 653806, email above).

Inquiries about the Classical Studies department or this studentship can be directed to Yvonne Bartley, Open University Classical Studies Department Co-ordinator, on 01908 653247 or email above. Informal academic enquiries are welcome and should be sent to Professor Helen King or Professor Chris Pelling (emails above).


Please quote reference 6002

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PhD Studentship in collaboration with the British Library, The Open University’s Faculty of Arts

One full-time, three year PhD studentship available from 1 October 2012

Based at The Open University and the British Library

circulation date : 02/02/2012

closing date : 31/03/2012

The Faculty of Arts of The Open University has a long history of innovative engagement with museums, libraries and galleries. As a result of an exciting new partnership between the British Library and The Open University seeking to consider the theme of ‘The Arts and their Audiences’, we are able to offer an AHRC studentship for doctoral work in English Language and Literature.

While proposals will be accepted for any project seeking to utilise the British Library’s collections to illuminate the relationship between literature and its reception/audience, we would be particularly interested in receiving applications for work drawing on the important, recently acquired archives of James Berry and Andrew Salkey. Both of these archives are rich in documentation illustrative of the impact of Caribbean writers on Britain. Proposals which seek to exploit the Library’s collection of audio-recordings would also be welcome.

You will be supervised by a specialist team in the Department of English at The Open University headed by Professor Susheila Nasta and by curators in the Department of English and Drama at the British Library.

Further details of research in the Faculty of Arts at The Open University can be found at http://www.open.ac.uk/Arts/research/index.shtml

Please note that this studentship is subject to the eligibility regulations for AHRC awards: http://www.ahrc.ac.uk/FundingOpportunities/Documents/GuidetoStudentFunding.pdf

Closing date: 31 March 2012.
Interviews will be held during the week commencing 23 April 2012.

It is expected that the studentship will start in October 2012.

Related websites

  Information for Applicant (http://www3.open.ac.uk/employment/appinfo.doc)

Further details ( "Application Form" and "Further particulars" ) are available from the web site at www.open.ac.uk/employment or use the contact details shown below.

email: l.archer@open.ac.uk Lyn Archer
email: b.m.sharp@open.ac.uk Bronwen Sharp

For details on how to apply, please see the further particulars at www3.open.ac.uk/employment. Applications are through the standard Open University research degree application form online at http://www.open.ac.uk/research/research-degrees/index.php.

For advice on the applications procedure, contact Lyn Archer in the Research Degrees Team (01908 653806, email above) or the Department of English: 01908 652092 (Bronwen Sharp - email above).

Please quote reference 6003

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2012 full-time studentships in the Department of Physical Sciences

Faculty of Science

Based in Milton Keynes

circulation date : 02/02/2012

closing date : 30/04/2012

The Science Faculty invites applications for our 2012 full-time studentships in the Department of Physical Sciences.

We have a number of full-time studentships funded by the Science and Technology Facilities and Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Councils as well as earmarked studentships funded by the University and external bodies.

PhD opportunities cover a wide range of disciplines. Projects are divided into four categories based on the department disciplines and the range of backgrounds expected from applicants:

 Cosmochemistry and planetary geology
 Planetary and Space Science
 Astrophysics
 Physics

For STFC studentships, only UK citizens or those who have ordinarily been resident in the UK throughout the preceding 3 years are eligible.

The three-year research studentships provide a maintenance grant of £13,590 per year (2011 rate) and all academic fees are covered. For STFC studentships there is an additional 6 months of funding available.

The closing date for applications is Monday, 30 April 2012.

email: Science-phd-enquiries@open.ac.uk 

Scientific proposals for each of the PhD projects, along with information about training, the department and how to apply can be found at the following address:

http://www8.open.ac.uk/science/physical-science/job-and-studentshipopportunities/studentshipsphd-opportunities


Please quote reference 5993

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PhD/MRes Studentships 2012

Open University Business School

Available from October 2012

circulation date : 02/02/2012

closing date : 28/03/2012

PLEASE NOTE THE INFORMATION FOR APPLICANT DOCUMENT DOES NOT APPLY TO THESE STUDENTSHIPS

The Open University Business School invites applications for our 2012 full time studentships from October 2012. Studentships are attached to specific research projects which are described at www.open.ac.uk/business-school-phd.

The studentships cover tuition fees, research training support grant and a starting stipend of circa £14,000 per year. The MRes provides advanced level research methods training and is relevant to those wishing to go on to study for a PhD.

We are looking for highly motivated candidates who have a good honours degree in a related subject. PhD applicants should be able to demonstrate research training equivalent to that of an MRes in a related subject. Your application should comprise a response to one of the projects we have proposed, which are in the following areas: Accounting and Finance, Enterprise, Management and Leadership, Marketing, and Surveillance.

Please consult The Open University Business School website and decide on the project which interests you the most. Then submit a formal application via our online Research Degrees Prospectus. For details of our application process, please see http://www3.open.ac.uk/study/research-degrees/explained/how_to_apply.htm.

We must receive a completed application form, previous degree certificates and transcripts, TOEFL/IELTS test result (if applicable), a 1000-word research proposal and a statement of your suitability for the project before we can consider your application.

The closing date for receipt of completed applications is 12.00pm (midday) on 28 March 2012.

Interviews will form part of the selection process and are to be held 8 – 18 May 2012 via web conference or face to face interview. PhD applicants are expected to give a 15 minute PowerPoint presentation about their proposal, followed by a question and answer session.

Related websites

  Information for Applicant (http://www3.open.ac.uk/employment/appinfo.doc)

email: oubs-research@open.ac.uk Enquiries

Enquiries to: Dr Anne Smith (email above)

Please quote reference 6005

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Centre for Research in Education and Educational Technology (CREET)

Based in Milton Keynes, UK - Information for Applicants does not apply to this post.

Fully-funded Studentship in ‘Science Communication and the Promotion of High-Energy Physics’

circulation date : 27/01/2012

closing date : 24/02/2012

The Open University is one of the UK’s leading Research Institutions. In the 2008 RAE over 50% of its research was rated as “world leading” or “internationally excellent”.
The Open University provides excellent support and offers training in computer, library and presentation skills. Students normally live in, or within commuting distance of Milton Keynes. The studentship may involve opportunities to visit and conduct research at CERN in Geneva, Switzerland.

Applications are invited for a fully-funded three-year studentship in the field of science communication, specifically to study the promotion of the Large Hadron Collider at the European Organisation for Nuclear Research (CERN).

Digital media have extended the number of channels that academics and media professionals use to communicate and share information. Digital technologies have the potential to make all stages of the research process more visible in the public sphere and to audiences that have, on occasion, opportunities for interaction and engagement. However, digital technologies are also introducing novel demands on academics and media professionals, requiring skills and competencies on the part of those communicating that are encapsulated by the concept of digital scholarship. It is therefore significant that, to date, there has been very little research into how the practices of digital scholarship are enacted to promote ‘big science’.
This project will explore and evaluate communication associated with the start-up of the Large Hadron Collider (LHC) over a six-year period, including communication produced by media professionals and citizen scientists. It is envisaged that the research undertaken within this studentship will contribute to debates about digital scholarship, public engagement and science communication, making valuable contributions to these related fields in terms of both theory and practice.

You will have, or be expected to gain, a 2.1 or above in an undergraduate degree or Masters degree in a related subject area (e.g. science communication, media, journalism or communication studies, history, philosophy or sociology of science, or equivalent).

You are invited to make initial, informal enquiries to Richard Holliman, r.m.holliman@open.ac.uk, to discuss the breadth and scope of your proposal for this studentship. We warmly welcome all such enquiries. Final decisions about the focus of the research will be agreed between the individual appointed and the supervisors (Dr. Richard Holliman, Professor Eileen Scanlon and a contact at CERN).

Closing date: 24 February 2012.

We expect to hold interviews in Milton Keynes in March 2012.

Applicants should be available to start the studentship on or before 1 June 2012.

Equal Opportunity is University Policy.

  For information on applying:- (http://www3.open.ac.uk/employment/)

Further details ( "Application Form" and "CERN Further Particulars" ) are available from the web site at www.open.ac.uk/employment or use the contact details shown below.

email: CREET-student-enquiries@open.ac.uk 

For information on applying see the web link above, or call Anne Foward on 01908 655364 or e-mail see the link above.



Please quote reference 5980 - CERN - CREET

Assistant School Administrators/Office Staff, 2012 Summer Residential Schools

Residential Schools, Teaching & Learner Support, Student Services

circulation date : 19/01/2012

closing date : 20/02/2012

We are now recruiting for assistant school administrators and office assistants at our 2012 summer residential schools in Caen (France) and Santiago de Compostela (Spain) (for overseas schools, you must have proficiency in spoken French or Spanish as appropriate).

You will provide administrative support to help ensure the smooth running of the school. You should have good organisational and IT skills and be able to use Microsoft Word and Excel.

Internal applicants for assistant school administrator posts should be Grade 6 or above and for office assistant posts should be Grade 4 or above. Appointments are for the duration of the school but applications may be considered for shorter periods. The work may be undertaken as part of your normal duties with the approval of your line manager or you can take annual leave to do the work (this will determine the rate of pay).

The closing date is 20 February 2012.

Equal Opportunity is University Policy

Related websites

  For more detailed information about the roles, please refer to our website (http://www3.open.ac.uk/residential-school-jobs/)

Further details ( "To submit your application, please use this form:-" ) are available from the web site at www.open.ac.uk/employment or use the contact details shown below.

Please quote reference 5951

PhD Position in collaboration with Mitsubishi Materials Corp., Faculty of Maths, Computing and Technology

Three-year PhD studentships

Based in Milton Keynes

circulation date : 06/01/2012

closing date : 30/03/2012

This is an exciting PhD (Research Degree) project under Dr Amir Shirzadi in Materials Engineering developing a new method for diffusion bonding electric and electronic components in collaboration with Mitsubishi (Japan). The main aim of this project is to develop a new method for joining aluminium and copper based alloy. This new method would push forward the frontiers in manufacturing advanced components such as the heat sinks used in hybrid cars.

The deadline for applications is noon on 30 March 2012.

Related websites

  Information for Applicant (http://www3.open.ac.uk/employment/appinfo.doc)

email: a.shirzadi@open.ac.uk Information

Contact details and complete instructions on how to apply are available at: http://materials.open.ac.uk/positions/mitsubishi.htm

Please quote reference 5978

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PhD Studies in Acoustics, Faculty of Maths, Computing and Technology

Three-year PhD studentships

Based in Milton Keynes

circulation date : 26/01/2012

closing date : 02/03/2012

The Acoustics Research Group at The Open University is a leading international centre for research in environmental acoustics and in musical acoustics. The group is seeking well qualified candidates to study towards a PhD in areas including outdoor sound propagation, acoustic-to-seismic coupling, the acoustics of musical wind instruments and the development of non-invasive acoustical measurement techniques. Strong candidates will be considered for a full-time funded PhD studentship.

Closing date for applications: 2 March 2012.
Studies commence in October 2012.

Related websites

  Information for Applicant (http://www3.open.ac.uk/employment/appinfo.doc)

email: d.sharp@open.ac.uk Information

For further information go to http://acoustics.open.ac.uk and click on ‘Opportunities’.


Please quote reference 5979

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Fully-funded PhD Studentship in ‘Design-based Research for Open Inquiry Learning’

Centre for Research in Education and Educational Technology (CREET)

Based in Milton Keynes, UK

circulation date : 10/01/2012

closing date : 24/02/2012

PLEASE NOTE THAT THE INFORMATION FOR APPLICANTS DOCUMENT DOES NOT APPLY TO THIS ROLE

With an international reputation for research, a supportive environment and excellent research facilities, CREET offers unique opportunities for postgraduate research to study the theory, application and practice of Education, Technology Enhanced Learning, and Languages and Literacies. The studentship will be associated with its Institute for Educational Technology.

Applications are invited for a fully-funded studentship in the field of design-based research for Open Inquiry Learning. This is associated with the recent appointment of Professor Mike Sharples to a Chair in Educational Technology.

For direct entry to the PhD you should have, or expect to gain, a recognised Research Masters qualification in Educational Technology or a related area. For entry to the MRes you should have a 2.1 degree or above in a relevant subject area.

The Open University provides excellent support and offers training in computer, library and presentation skills. Students normally live within commuting distance of Milton Keynes.


Closing date: 24 February 2012. Interviews start April / May 2012.

Equal Opportunity is University Policy.

Related websites

  Information for Applicant (http://www3.open.ac.uk/employment/appinfo.doc)

  Further information (http://creet.open.ac.uk)

Further details ( "Further Particulars" and "Application Form" ) are available from the web site at www.open.ac.uk/employment or use the contact details shown below.

email: CREET-student-enquiries@open.ac.uk 

For information on applying see: http://www3.open.ac.uk/employment/, call Anne Foward on 01908 655364 or e-mail CREET-student-enquiries@open.ac.uk

Please quote reference 5968

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Postgraduate Research Studentships (MRes and PhD), Centre for Research in Education and Educational Technology (CREET)

Based in Milton Keynes, UK

circulation date : 10/01/2012

closing date : 24/02/2012

PLEASE NOTE THAT THE INFORMATION FOR APPLICANTS DOCUMENT DOES NOT APPLY TO THIS ROLE


With an international reputation for research, a supportive environment and excellent research facilities, CREET offers unique opportunities for postgraduate students to study the theory, application and practice of Education, Technology Enhanced Learning, and Languages and Literacies.

CREET is offering a limited number of fully funded and partially funded full-time studentships. Half-funded studentships are available for those with external sponsors. If you are able to fully fund yourself you are also very welcome to apply to CREET. There is currently a vibrant international community of students studying our MRes and PhD programmes.

You should have, or expect, a 2.1 or above in an undergraduate degree or a Masters degree in psychology, computer science, education or another appropriate discipline.

The Open University provides excellent support and offers training in computer, library and presentation skills. The studentships are full time at the Milton Keynes campus and students are normally expected to live within commuting distance of Milton Keynes.

Further information at http://creet.open.ac.uk

Closing date: 24 February 2012. Interviews start April / May 2012.

Equal Opportunity is University Policy.

Related websites

  Information for Applicant (http://www3.open.ac.uk/employment/appinfo.doc)

  creet website (http://creet.open.ac.uk)

Further details ( "Further Particulars" and "Application Form" ) are available from the web site at www.open.ac.uk/employment or use the contact details shown below.

email: CREET-student-enquiries@open.ac.uk 

For information on applying see http://www3.open.ac.uk/employment/, call Anne Foward on 01908 655364 or e-mail CREET-student-enquiries@open.ac.uk.

Please quote reference 5966

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PhD Studentships in Semiconductor Physics and Space Instrumentation, Department of Physical Sciences, Faculty of Science

Full-time, 3 year PhD studentships available throughout 2012,

Based in Milton Keynes, CASE Studentships funded by STFC and e2v Technologies

circulation date : 08/12/2011

closing date : 30/04/2012

PLEASE NOTE THAT THE INFORMATION FOR APPLICANTS DOCUMENT DOES NOT APPLY TO THIS ROLE


The e2v Centre for Electronic Imaging (CEI) at The Open University campus in Milton Keynes is currently able to offer full-time PhD CASE studentships funded jointly by industry (e2v) and the UK Science and Technology Facilities Council.

The Co-operative Awards in Science and Engineering (CASE) studentships are designed to give students experience outside a purely academic environment, of joint supervision by The Open University and e2v technologies, and of guidance from an experienced engineer with industrial relevance.

Students finishing the PhD training all possess transferable skills and the expertise gained leads to successful careers within industry, academic research and space agencies. Studentships cover the field of detector development for X-ray astronomy, planetary science and particle physics, covering CCD, CMOS and silicon microstrip detectors.

You will have, or be expecting, a good honours degree in physics or a related subject.

Informal enquiries are encouraged to Professor Andrew Holland (a.d.holland@open.ac.uk).

Closing date: 30 April 2012.

Equal Opportunity is University Policy.

  e2v (http://www.e2v.com.)

  CEI (http://www.open.ac.uk/cei)

For detailed information and how to apply, email Science-phd-enquiries@open.ac.uk. Details of the CEI can be found at www.open.ac.uk/cei and of e2v at www.e2v.com. Due to funding opportunities, an earlier application is advised. Closing date: 30 April 2012.



Please quote reference 5898

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