RAND Europe is an independent, not-for-profit research organisation whose mission is to help improve policy and decision-making through rigorous and independent research and analysis. We benefit the public interest through the impact and wide dissemination of over 200 projects per year. Our work at its most impactful changes policy, practice and process to the benefit of the public good. That is also our organisational mission. RAND Europe has approximately 180 staff across offices in Cambridge, Brussels, and the Netherlands. Our staff represents 22 nationalities, speaks over 20 languages and covers 31 academic disciplines. Our multi- and inter-disciplinary approaches to research generate unique perspectives and insights for our wide-ranging government, foundation and other NGO clients. The Employment, Education and Skills research group undertakes research across several public policy areas for a diverse client base in the UK, Europe and beyond. Our work covers a broad range of public policy issues across: Employment (including skills, employability, labour migration, child and family policy); Education (including early childhood education and care, special educational needs, alternative provision, and edtech); Workplace Wellbeing (including productivity, culture, and occupational health and safety). The Employment, Education, and Workplace Wellbeing workstreams address critical cross-cutting themes, with equality, diversity, and inclusion embedded as fundamental principles in all areas of our research. We are looking for an exceptional Research Assistant to join on a two-year fixed term contract to grow our team of social policy researchers. This is an exciting opportunity to work with a multidisciplinary team in one of the world’s most respected public policy research organisations. The role may offer opportunity to progress in the organisation, so you should hold ongoing right to work in the UK. As a Research Assistant you will address complex policy questions by conducting research and analysis on behalf of our clients and support the team in submitting proposals and managing and delivering multiple projects in a timely and accurate manner. We welcome interest from individuals with a background in mixed methods in any of the following topics: employment, education, skills, workplace wellbeing. We are also happy to hear from applicants with strong quantitative skills sets who are willing to build their experience further in qualitative methods and approaches too. The role is based in our Cambridge office which can be worked at daily.  We work flexibly as a hybrid organisation, so commitment to at least one working day in the office per week is expected as a minimum and more may be expected.  Please make it clear in your cover letter that you can make yourself available to work from our office location as required. Responsibilities Supports project teams in research by: undertaking analysis of quantitative and qualitative data conducting literature reviews supporting interviews and workshops preparing presentations and research briefs coordinating meetings and events, including taking minutes Supports the collation of administrative documents for proposals Drafts sections of reports under supervision Proof reads and checks documents Makes corporate contributions through supporting RAND processes such as quality assurance and research ethics Provides occasional corporate support with administrative tasks Communicates with clients and partners with supervision Ad hoc duties as required Additionally, for candidates with quantitative skills, opportunities are available alongside the areas listed to work with large datasets, including data cleaning, data manipulation, linking multiple datasets using a number of relevant variables and other activities to prepare data for analysis; Implements research projects using inferential statistical and econometric methods (e.g. regression analysis, differences-in-differences, synthetic control) Requirements Basic report writing Research skills at post graduate level Literature review methodology and experience Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal Intermediate Word Intermediate Excel Intermediate PowerPoint Desirable: A background in mixed methods and/or quantitative research Experience analysing large data sets Core research skills in qualitative research such as interviews and focus groups Skills in intermediate or advanced statistical packages such as R or STATA Experience presenting research Publication or other type of dissemination of research Ability and willingness to work in a team environment Qualifications Post graduate degree or equivalent in a topic related to our work. Salary £27,500 per annum Benefits Pension - 8% Employer contribution; 33 days holiday allowance, including the Bank Holidays; Annual salary review; BUPA medical insurance; Generous company sick pay; Enhanced family friendly policies; Group income protection scheme; Group life assurance; Compassionate leave; Flexible working arrangements; Learning and development opportunities; Employee wellbeing training and support; Fresh fruit every day; Free on-site parking; Cycle to work scheme; Access to company bikes; Service awards. How to Apply If you believe you are suited to this role please submit an application comprising of a CV and covering letter. The closing date for applications is Sunday 5 October, however applications will be reviewed as received and interviews may be conduced before the closing date. If you have not been contacted within 30 days of application deadline, please assume your application has not been successful.

What if the work you did every day could impact the lives of people you know? Or all of humanity? At Illumina, we are expanding access to genomic technology to realize health equity for billions of people around the world. Our efforts enable life-changing discoveries that are transforming human health through the early detection and diagnosis of diseases and new treatment options for patients. Working at Illumina means being part of something bigger than yourself. Every person, in every role, has the opportunity to make a difference. Surrounded by extraordinary people, inspiring leaders, and world changing projects, you will do more and become more than you ever thought possible. Manufacturing Manager -- Cambridge, United Kingdom As Manufacturing Manager here at Illumina in Cambridge, you will lead the day-to-day operations of our GMP manufacturing within a synthetic chemistry environment. This pivotal role ensures that production processes are efficient, compliant, and aligned with our strategic goals. You'll collaborate cross-functionally with teams across Quality, Supply Chain, Regulatory Affairs, and Product Development, while guiding high-performing teams to deliver excellence in safety, quality, and output. This is a fantastic opportunity to shape the future of manufacturing at Illumina and contribute to our mission of unlocking the power of the genome. Illumina's employee benefits are industry-leading and include, flexible time off, private medical insurance, compassion and care time off, leisure travel insurance, pension, employee stock purchasing program, volunteer time off, and much more! Why You You bring considerable experience in GMP manufacturing, ideally within ISO 13485 and FDA CFR Part 820 environments, and a deep understanding of organic synthesis. Your leadership style is collaborative and empowering, with a proven ability to guide high-performance teams in a fast-paced, regulated setting. You're passionate about quality and continuous improvement, with a strong grasp of GDP principles and a "right first time" mindset. You'll be comfortable working with a range of lab and production equipment, including reactors, HPLCs, and spectrophotometers. Your background includes transitioning processes from R\&D to manufacturing, and you're adept at planning, scheduling, and inventory control. Experience with ERP systems (SAP preferred), EDMS, and Lean or Six Sigma methodologies (Green or Black Belt certification a plus) will set you up for success. Key Responsibilities Include: Production Leadership \& Compliance * Lead GMP manufacturing operations, ensuring safety, quality, and timely delivery * Maintain audit readiness and regulatory compliance, supporting validation plans and protocols * Ensure accurate batch records and inventory compliance Team Management \& Development * Guide High-Performance Work Teams with clear goals, schedules, and performance metrics * Recruit, train, and develop staff, fostering cross-training and flexibility * Promote a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence Cross-functional Collaboration * Partner with EH\&S, Quality, Supply Chain, Regulatory Affairs, and Product Development * Support New Product Introduction and Technology Transfer projects * Lead business reviews and provide operational updates to senior leadership Operational Planning \& Improvement * Oversee production planning, resource allocation, and inventory management * Drive Lean manufacturing initiatives to reduce waste and simplify processes * Develop and maintain work instructions, routings, and BOMs Performance Monitoring \& Issue Resolution * Monitor KPIs and implement improvements where needed * Lead investigations and resolve non-conformances and CAPAs through technical evaluations What Can You Expect Our team members are bright, energetic, and dedicated -- they are the driving force behind our innovation and impact. To attract the best and brightest, we offer a competitive employee benefits programme. We view it as a smart investment in our people, one that recognises the tremendous value they bring to our business every day. At Illumina, we push boundaries. We think beyond the conventional. We dream big. With the energy of so many bright and accomplished people, the opportunities are endless. INDEUR We are a company deeply rooted in belonging, promoting an inclusive environment where employees feel valued and empowered to contribute to our mission. Built on a strong foundation, Illumina has always prioritized openness, collaboration, and seeking alternative perspectives to propel innovation in genomics. We are proud to confirm a zero-net gap in pay, regardless of gender, ethnicity, or race. We also have several Employee Resource Groups (ERG) that deliver career development experiences, increase cultural awareness, and offer opportunities to engage in social responsibility. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to providing employment opportunity regardless of sex, race, creed, color, gender, religion, marital status, domestic partner status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, pregnancy, military or veteran status, citizenship status, and genetic information. Illumina conducts background checks on applicants for whom a conditional offer of employment has been made. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable local, state, and federal laws. Background check results may potentially result in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment. The background check process and any decisions made as a result shall be made in accordance with all applicable local, state, and federal laws. Illumina prohibits the use of generative artificial intelligence (AI) in the application and interview process. If you require accommodation to complete the application or interview process, please contact accommodations@illumina.com. To learn more, visit: https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf. The position will be posted until a final candidate is selected or the requisition has a sufficient number of qualified applicants. This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Managing Partner – Tech Recruitment (Contract & Perm) ⚠️ Please note: This is not an in-house or internal recruitment role. This role is focused on building a client-facing, external recruitment business within a fast-growth tech group. Location: Flexible / Hybrid / Remote Compensation: Competitive Base + Uncapped Commission + Partner Equity MaxAccelerate Technology Group is launching an exciting new recruitment division, and we're looking for an exceptional leader to drive it from the ground up. We’re seeking a Managing Partner with deep experience in tech recruitment, particularly in contract and permanent placements, to take full ownership of building and scaling this high-growth startup unit within our broader technology group. About the Role You will be responsible for: Launching and leading a new specialist tech recruitment division within MaxAccelerate. Developing and executing business strategy across contract and permanent recruitment. Building and managing high-performing 360 recruitment teams. Designing and embedding operational processes and recruitment frameworks from scratch. Exploring and expanding into high-demand tech markets such as AI, Salesforce, Software Engineering, or other emerging specialisms. Driving client acquisition, candidate engagement, and internal hiring strategies. Taking an entrepreneurial approach to owning growth, P&L, and performance metrics. About You You’ll bring: Proven experience in tech recruitment (contract and/or perm), ideally in a 360/full-desk model. A strong track record of building and scaling recruitment teams from the ground up. Deep understanding of the end-to-end recruitment lifecycle, sales development, and delivery. A hands-on leadership style and commercial mindset, ready to roll up your sleeves. Experience working within or building out a boutique-style, specialist recruitment brand. The vision and drive to create something from scratch – and the resilience to scale it. What’s on Offer The opportunity to build and run your own business within a growing tech group Partner-level equity in both the recruitment division and the wider MaxAccelerate Technology Group Base salary to support you while building, with full backing and investment from day one 50% commission on all personal billings Total flexibility to work from anywhere in the world – our HQ is in Dubai, but you call the shots Full operational support, tools, systems, and mentoring from experienced founders The chance to build your own recruitment tech stack and processes as you see fit Be part of a forward-thinking, high-growth tech group with global ambition The ability to scale an international presence rapidly through a remote-first recruitment model A rare opportunity to shape something meaningful, exciting, and truly yours Post-probation investment from the group to fuel your division’s growth – once you prove you can build, bill, and lead with an entrepreneurial mindset. Ready to Build Something Big? If you’re an entrepreneurial leader with the ambition to grow a market-leading tech recruitment business and shape the future of talent solutions in emerging tech sectors, we want to hear from you. Apply now or reach out directly for a confidential conversation. Experience working in a boutique, specialist recruitment agency environment—such as those focused on high-demand verticals like Salesforce, ERP, or software development—with a clear understanding of niche market dynamics, service quality, and value-driven client delivery. A hands-on leadership style and commercial mindset, ready to roll up your sleeves. The vision and drive to create something from scratch – and the resilience to scale it. Requirements Requirements Minimum 5 years' experience in tech recruitment (contract and/or permanent placements) Proven ability to build and scale 360° recruitment teams from scratch Strong understanding of 360/full-desk recruitment models Experience designing and implementing recruitment processes, systems, and KPIs Track record of success in client acquisition, candidate delivery, and revenue growth Previous experience working in a boutique, specialist recruitment agency (e.g. Salesforce, ERP, software, or cloud-focused firms) Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to launch and grow a new division Commercially driven and confident managing P&L and business development strategy Ability to identify and expand into new verticals or tech practices (e.g. AI, Salesforce, Software Engineering) Strong leadership, communication, and people management skills Comfortable working in a startup environment with high autonomy and accountability Benefits Ready to Build Something Big? If you’re an entrepreneurial leader with the ambition to grow a market-leading tech recruitment business and shape the future of talent solutions in emerging tech sectors, we want to hear from you. Apply now or reach out directly for a confidential conversation.

Skill-Based Volunteering: Share Your Professional Expertise with Ukrainian Refugees Turn your career experience into meaningful support by becoming a mentor. Through our flexible digital platform, you can provide career guidance to Ukrainian refugees while volunteering entirely on your own schedule. Why Mentor With Us? Share your professional knowledge in meaningful ways Choose when and how often you mentor Connect through easy-to-use video sessions Make a direct impact on a refugee's career journey Volunteer from anywhere, anytime Perfect For Professionals In: Web Development & Software Engineering Data Science & Analytics Marketing & Communications Human Resources Project Management Business & Entrepreneurship Leadership & Strategy Finance And many other fields! How It Works: Sign up and create your mentor profile Set your availability (completely flexible) Accept mentoring requests that match your expertise Meet virtually with refugee mentees through our platform Provide guidance and share your experience What You Need: Professional experience in your field A computer with internet connection Willingness to share your knowledge That's it! No minimum time commitment - volunteer as much or as little as your schedule allows. Ready to make a difference? Join our community of skilled volunteers today! Sign Up Part of The Educational Equality Institute's Together for Ukraine initiative, supporting Ukrainian refugees through education, upskilling, and employment opportunities.

**Technical Support Administration Officer** -------------------------------------------- **Job description** Are you a detail-oriented administrator with a passion for public service and digital systems? Do you thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment where your organisational skills and customer service make a real difference? If so, we'd love to hear from you! As a Technical Support Administration Officer, you'll play a vital role in supporting planning and tree service applications. From uploading and redacting documents to managing shared mailboxes and responding to public enquiries, your work will help ensure the smooth running of our planning services. You'll work independently within clearly defined procedures, using your initiative to make minor decisions and maintain high standards of accuracy and confidentiality. **Key Responsibilities** * Upload and manage planning application documents for public access * Redact personal data from public comments in line with GDPR * Respond to internal and external enquiries with professionalism and clarity * Maintain and update digital records and planning system data * Collaborate with colleagues and external stakeholders to meet service targets * Support continuous improvement by identifying and suggesting process enhancements **About You** We're looking for someone who is: * **Organised and self-motivated**, with the ability to prioritise workload * **A confident communicator** and active listener * **Experienced in administration**, especially in high-volume environments * **Good computer skills**, with strong Microsoft Office and database skills * **Customer-focused**, with excellent interpersonal and service skills * **Flexible**, with the ability to work across multiple sites As an organisation, South Cambridgeshire District Council believes that our people are our greatest assets. We know how important it is to find a job where you feel valued but also have the flexibility to allow you to balance your work/family commitments in an organisation that offers a competitive benefits package including: * Local Government Pension Scheme. * 25 days holiday entitlement (increasing to 30 after five years continuous service). * Career progression. * Development opportunities as well as ongoing training. For more information about working with us check out our website: http://www.greatercambridgesharedplanning.com/ For an informal conversation about this job opportunity within the Shared Planning Service contact Charlene Harper (Continuous Improvement Manager) on 07514 924691 or Joely Day (Technical Support Team Leader) on joely.day@greatercambridgeplanning.org. Closing Date: 9am 29 July 2025 Interview Date: To be confirmed

We have an opening for a Cleaner to join our team at Chandlers, Station Road, Barnack. This is a part time position to clean our offices, retail area, toilets, kitchen and rest room area. It is for twelve to sixteen hours per week during our opening hours, with times and days to be agreed. We are looking for someone who: * Can maintain high standards of cleaning. * Has a good eye for detail. * Is reliable and takes pride in their work * Works well individually and as part of a team. If you would like to apply, please email careers@chandlersfe.co.uk or alternatively call 01476 590077 for further information. All applications are treated in strictest confidence.

Turn your passion for luxury into a career opportunity. Explore the world of premium brands and make a lasting impact in fashion, beauty, jewelry, or automobiles. Join CXG, the global leader in customer experience, and work alongside iconic names like Louis Vuitton, Dolce & Gabbana, Bentley, Prada, Versace, and more. About the Role: As a luxury brand evaluator, you will step into the world of luxury to discreetly assess customer experiences, providing critical feedback that helps brands refine their services. Whether visiting boutiques, purchasing online, or returning a product, your voice shapes the future of luxury. • Flexibility - each in-store visit takes approximately 20 minutes, giving you the flexibility to complete multiple assignments. • Frequent opportunities - perform several missions per month and collaborate with some of the most prestigious brands worldwide. Our Luxury Partners: Fashion & Couture • Louis Vuitton, Saint Laurent, Balenciaga, Versace, Prada, Moncler, Fendi, Bottega Veneta, Ferragamo, COS, Bally, Dolce & Gabbana Jewelry & Watches • Tiffany & Co., De Beers, Piaget, IWC, Boucheron, Pandora Beauty & Skincare • Guerlain, Sephora, L’Oréal, Givenchy Automotive • Bentley, Jaguar, Genesis, Maserati, Vespa What you will be doing: 1. Choose your assignments - align your missions with your personal preferences and profile. 2. Visit luxury stores or evaluate online - engage with sales associates in the stores or online from the comfort of your home. 3. Observe carefully - check the ambiance, service quality, and overall customer experience. 4. Provide honest feedback - use our platform to share your observations through questionnaires. Perks of the Role: • Collaborate with iconic brands across industries. • Flexible assignments tailored to your interests. • Compensation for your time and input, with the potential for reimbursement on purchases. • A user-friendly platform for managing missions and feedback. How to Join the CXG Community: 1. Register: sign up at live.cxg.com and confirm your email. 2. Complete your profile: fill out your details to 100% and get verified. 3. Get certified: pass the General Certification to access missions. 4. Apply for missions: explore assignments with brands that excite you. 5. Start evaluating: begin making a difference in the luxury market. Compensation: • Non-Purchase Evaluations: Earn a fee based on mission complexity. • Purchase-Based Evaluations: Reimbursement for approved items as stated in the mission brief. About CXG At CXG, we connect premium brands with over 80,000 evaluators across 70 countries. With 12 global offices and almost two decades of CX retail expertise, we’re committed to redefining the customer experience for luxury giants. Join us and enjoy the flexibility of working on the go with our mobile platform, CXG Live. On this platform, you can seamlessly manage missions, certifications, and feedback. Requirements Must be 18 years or older. Current customer of premium and luxury brands. Not currently under contract with any retail brands, to ensure impartiality. Punctual, organized, detail-oriented, and reliable. Observant and passionate about customer experience. No prior experience is required; we value honest feedback from genuine customers.

The Venture Science Doctorate (VSD) program, 3rd cohort, starting January 2026. ** Applications for the January 2026 intake are now CLOSED. You can still submit an application if you're interested in being considered for future programs. ** About VSD The world’s first 3-year venture creation focused PhD program run by Deep Science Venture College at Woolf University: a globally recognised, decentralised institution widening access to higher education. Our focus is exclusively on solving global challenges in health, climate, agriculture and computation through science as the basis for designing research projects from first-principles, and creating new companies founded by candidates based on this research. The VSD is backed by a philanthropic consortium of mission aligned Partners, including Schmidt Futures, Innovate UK and SPRIN-D (Germany), and embedded in a global R&D coalition of universities and national labs, including National Physical Laboratory, the James Hutton Institute, Imperial College, Max Planck, the University of Edinburgh, University College London, Goldsmiths, University of London, Cornell University, the Mayo Clinic, and many others. Program outline: The aim of year 1 is for candidates to familiarise themselves with a given industry and mapping the landscape to identify areas of opportunity for high-impact venture creation. In a process called Scoping, candidates will identify the optimal solution to a given problem and - alongside accredited courses such as experimental design - perform lab work to develop their hypotheses, and contact partner research groups for further experimentation. Year 2 is focused on invention and further developing the initial hypotheses, working within leading research groups to prove the technology against the original hypothesis and validate it through techno-economic analysis. The goal for year 3 is building further on the research from the previous two years to develop a scalable technology capable of product market fit. If necessary, candidates may join multiple different research groups to do this. Having validated the technology, candidates will work with experienced venture partners to build a complementary team and a rock-solid investment case before venture incorporation and spin-out. At incorporation, all the intellectual property is transferred into the new venture, which the candidate continues to lead as a co-founder, with continuous support from DSV. Full details of the program, including FAQs and Prospectus Download available on the dedicated VSD site here. Requirements The program is full-time and primarily remote (from anywhere) with in-person study conducted in research laboratories. Applicants for VSD should be impact-driven, want to launch a science company using advanced research and be determined to do this in just a few years. You should apply if: You're impact-driven and have demonstrated interest in investigating or solving large-scale societal problems in climate, agriculture, health or computation; You want to build a global science-based company that will make a huge positive impact; You're entrepreneurial and can share examples of past experience related to innovation/new technology development/startups/etc.; You have a Masters degree related to science/engineering (BSc and equivalent also accepted, PhD also accepted); You're determined enough to spend 1 week, during the application process, finding an optimal approach to a societal problem in your own time, using Deep Science Ventures' scoping ideation methodology. We actively welcome candidates from any part of the world and any walks of life to apply - our primary focus is on mission alignment and the desire to create impact through science. Benefits Deep Science Ventures College will cover the tuition and all other expenses related to programme curriculum and research activities. Additionally, each student will receive a monthly stipend of £2,800 (living costs + health insurance subsidy) and upon spin-out you/your co-founder(s) will have the majority ownership in the venture. You'll join a global community of >200 science entrepreneurs across our portfolio and programs, work with some of the world's most entrepreneurial professors, research labs and government agencies supporting the VSD, and access top-tier investors/funders backing deeptech ventures. ____ About DSV Deep Science Ventures is creating a future in which both humans and the planet can thrive. We use our unique venture creation process to create, invest in, and spin-out science companies. We empower entrepreneurial scientists to combine scientific expertise and models for business to synthesise high-impact ventures de novo. We are a team of operators who have founded companies and led the translation of science at some of the most respected universities, charities, funds, and government agencies. 2/3 of the team have founded or led a company at C-suite, and 65% have a Ph.D. We are deeply involved in each venture. You will access our industry network and receive advice on follow-on fundraising strategy, including introductions to seed investors and potential customers from our global network. Furthermore, you will receive support with term sheet negotiation, grant applications to leverage further non-dilutive funding and value uplift, and access to a community of seasoned science founders in our portfolio. We offer mentorship and guidance through weekly deep-dive work sessions, access to our opportunity insights and knowledge base, a global network of experts, a community of other science founders working on launching their own companies, and a curated collection of resources and proprietary tools. We offer Co-Founder(s) sourcing and assessment via our proprietary tools, advisory board sourcing, advice on technical and commercial investment milestones, co-development of technical roadmap and go-to-market strategy, investment readiness pre-launch with further focus on technical and commercial proof, and customer development support. To learn more about why we launched the VSD program, visit our article on Why we need to reinvent the PhD. ** Applications for the January 2026 intake are now CLOSED. You can still submit an application if you're interested in being considered for future programs. **