Qualitative Researcher

Queen Mary University of London is seeking a Project Manager to work on a brand-new Queen Mary PPE funded project to develop a Green Virtual Space focused on sustainability. 

We are seeking a motivated and passionate colleague to work on a funded strategic project 'Sustainability in the Curriculum: Queen Mary Green Space for Sustainability Awareness' . As a Project Manager, you will support and lead the development of an innovative, non-credit sustainability course open to Queen Mary staff, students, and the East London community. This course will focus on sustainability awareness, knowledge, and skills, with content centered around the UN Sustainable Development Goals and UNESCO sustainability competencies. The focus for this role will be to support the co-ordination and delivery of the project.

The role will last for 10 months (November 2024-August 2025), and will involve approximately 8 hours? work per week. Hours can be worked flexibly to fit around your schedule. 

Main duties and responsibilities 

Project management

• Manage project progress via appropriate tools such as a risk register, RACI matrix, progress/milestone trackers/Gantt chart. Provide regular updates to the project directors with regards to overall progress, milestones, interdependencies, and key deliverables.
• Support day to day running of the project and provide the main point of contact for project coordination and managing relationships.
• Maintain clear and effective communication with external partners, collaborators and the public.
• Organise, facilitate and ensure smooth running of project team meetings, stakeholder meetings and community workshops.
• Manage the budget, track spending and support effective procedures in the overall team ensuring compliance with the funding organisation.

Data management and analysis 

• Collection and collation of evaluation data.
• Accurate record keeping
• Analysis of data and production of reports on project progress.

Communication 

• Administration of communications, publicity and promotional materials to support the course development.
• Administration and maintenance of database of stakeholders.
• Assist in the preparation and collation of written documents (including statistics and data) for circulation. 
• Support production of content for the course on the university?s virtual learning environment QMplus (based in Moodle).

General administration 

• Finance administration, including purchasing, setting up suppliers and processing finance records using Agresso. 
• Monitor and manage all relevant email accounts/ inboxes (and where appropriate other platforms), responding to or forwarding queries in a timely and consistent way to address the ongoing review and enhancement of all matters relating to effective administration and management. 

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The successful candidate will have experience of:

• Project management and administration, preferably within the context of Higher Education.
• Subject matter knowledge or experience related to sustainability is a plus, but not essential.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills to manage relationships with students, staff, and other internal and external collaborators.
• Strong understanding of data analysis and management to support reporting on project progress and impact.
• Familiarity with Moodle or similar learning management systems (e.g., QMplus) would be beneficial.

JOB TITLE: Workshop facilitators
Open to PHD and MSc students only

About us:

King's Entrepreneurship Institute is the dedicated hub of all entrepreneurial activity at King's College London. For almost 200 years, King's has been striving to improve the world and today is bursting with creative problem solvers, innovative thinkers and entrepreneurial leaders. We believe that everyone can be entrepreneurial, and that entrepreneurial people can help make the world a better place by solving problems to create a healthier, smarter, more equal and sustainable future. 

About the role:

Throughout the academic year we deliver a range of free workshops, events, competitions and programmes to help our thriving King's community get ahead. We are looking for looking for PhD and MSc students at King's College London of all disciplines to support the delivery and facilitation of the workshops. Our workshops, events, competitions and programmes support community of King?s College London students, alumni and staff to: 

• Develop an entrepreneurial mindset, supporting whatever career or future they have in mind;
• Explore and progress their ideas and launch them into potential ventures;
• Scale their business and skills on one of our accelerator programmes;
• Connect and collaborate with a community of like-minded innovators and changemakers. 

Benefits:

By taking part, aside from gaining invaluable experience for your CV and working alongside a great team, you will:

• Learn about entrepreneurship in an in-depth way and develop your entrepreneurial skills, 
• Practice your workshop delivery and facilitation skills, this role is ideal for those that would like to go into a career of teaching
• Be able to evidence your experience of delivering sessions to diverse audiences,
• Develop compelling public speaking skills

Details:

• Up to 10 hours per month during teaching terms
• 20.46 hourly rate
• Although Strand Campus is listed the role will require work across all campuses 
• Applications close at 23:59 on Sunday, 29 September
• Interviews to be held: 21st October (in person, Entrepreneuership Institute Bush House, Strand Campus)
• Start date: 25 October

TO APPLY: Email ei-ops@kcl.ac.uk your CV and 1 A4 page Coverletter (text font size 12)

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Essential: 

• Currently enrolled in a PhD programme or MSc programme at King?s College London (any discipline) at the time of application;
• Having a strong interest in entrepreneurship and entrepreneurial skills development;
• Excellent communication and networking skills;

Desirable: 

• Experience in teaching in higher education setting and/or delivering workshops within or outside of higher education context;
• Has previously engaged with King?s Entrepreneurship Institute and attended programmes delivered by King?s Entrepreneurship Institute. 

LSBU's School of Built Environment and Architecture are looking to hire a part-time (0.4FTE) Research Assistant for a 4-month contract.

The School has over 3000 students and 80 staff members, making it one of the UK?s largest schools of the built environment. It covers all subject areas concerning the design, development and operation of all the items which make up the built environment. Courses are industry-relevant and are at the cutting edge of each of the subjects. They are accredited by the relevant professional institutions to the highest possible level. BEA is a pioneering leader in delivering Higher and Degree Apprenticeships in architecture and built environment subjects. 

The output, quality and real-world impact of BEA research has been growing with academic staff gathering indicators of eminence at national and international levels. The School?s research profile has been growing through the work of the Centre for Civil and Buildings Services Engineering and Centre for Integrated Delivery of the Built Environment. 

The School has strong links to industry, it is the preferred provider of education for almost 200 employers and undertakes enterprise and knowledge transfer projects with corporate partners.

Key Responsibilities 

1. Contribute to research on building energy performance and sustainability, with a focus on energy-efficient retrofit solutions for existing buildings, particularly integrating new technologies like heat pumps.
2. Conduct literature reviews and desktop research to support the innovation voucher fund project with SMEs, synthesizing current knowledge on sustainable building technologies and retrofit strategies.
3. Assist in designing and conducting fieldwork, experiments, and testing, including the analysis of building materials and energy efficiency systems. This may involve setting up equipment, collecting data, and ensuring proper documentation of procedures.
4. Develop and analyse energy performance models using industry-standard software, contributing to the assessment of various retrofit scenarios and their potential impact on building energy consumption.
5. Collect, analyse, and interpret data from energy consumption studies, using statistical tools and data visualization techniques to present findings clearly and concisely.
6. Collaborate with other researchers and external stakeholders in preparing and conducting feasibility studies for energy-efficient retrofits, considering technical, economic, and environmental factors.
7. Prepare detailed reports on research findings, draft research papers, and contribute to academic publications, ensuring high standards of academic writing and adherence to publication guidelines.
8. Attend and actively contribute to internal and external project meetings, conferences, and symposiums, representing the research team and presenting findings as required.
9. Assist with the dissemination of research outcomes via journals, conferences, and other appropriate channels, helping to raise the profile of LSBU's research in building energy performance.
10. Ensure proper documentation and maintenance of research data, following best practices in data management and complying with relevant data protection regulations.
11. Support the development of research proposals and funding applications related to building energy performance and sustainable retrofits.
12. Contribute to the development of questionnaires, surveys, or other research instruments as needed for data collection from stakeholders in the building industry.
13. Assist in maintaining and updating the research team's database of relevant literature, case studies, and industry contacts.
14. Participate in occasional teaching or demonstration activities if required.

Essential: Master degree in a relevant field such as Building Services Engineering, Architectural Engineering, or Environmental Science. Desirable: PhD degree in a related discipline.

A. Essential: Master degree in a relevant field such as Building Services Engineering, Architectural Engineering, or Environmental Science. Desirable: PhD degree in a related discipline.

B. Strong understanding of building energy performance principles, sustainable technologies (especially heat pump systems), and retrofit strategies for existing buildings.

C. Demonstrable knowledge of research techniques and methods within building energy performance, including quantitative and qualitative research methodologies.

D. Proficiency in using building energy simulation software (e.g., EnergyPlus, IES-VE) and data analysis tools (e.g., MATLAB, R, or Python).

E. Excellent report writing and academic writing skills, with the ability to present complex technical information clearly and concisely.

F. Strong communication and interpersonal skills for engaging effectively with research teams, external collaborators, and industry partners.

G. Ability to work independently and as part of a team, managing time effectively to meet project deadlines.

H. Experience in conducting literature reviews, data collection, and analysis in the field of building energy performance or a related area.

I. Familiarity with UK building regulations and energy efficiency standards relevant to building retrofits.

J. Desirable: Experience in preparing or contributing to research grant applications or funding proposals.

K. Willingness to engage in continuous professional development and stay updated with the latest developments in the field of sustainable building technologies.

L. Ability to troubleshoot and problem-solve issues arising from research experiments or data analysis, demonstrating critical thinking and analytical skills.