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The Institute of Prion Diseases at UCL is seeking a Head of Operations to provide strategic and operational leadership across finance, HR, IT, scientific support services, facilities, health and safety, and research administration.

Reporting to the Institute Director, you will lead a team of senior managers and work closely with academics and professional services colleagues to ensure effective delivery of services that support world‑class research.

Overview

Opportunity status: Upcoming Funders: Funding type: Grant Publication date: 30 June 2026 Opening date: 30 July 2026 9:00am UK time Closing date: 19 November 2026 4:00pm UK time

We are seeking director-led applications to investigate mechanistic biomedical drivers of obesity and related cardiometabolic disease and deliver transformative impact in obesity research.

The director, supported by a leadership team, will lead the design and delivery of a collaborative institute. Applications should focus on the key barriers to unlock understanding of the causes and consequences of obesity to enable targeted prevention and treatment.

The funding available is up to £60 million, and for seven years duration, with the potential to renew.

Funding of this opportunity is subject to approval of a full business case.

This is a pre-announcement and the information may change.

The funding opportunity is expected to open in late July 2026. More information will be available on this page then.

This funding opportunity is open to organisations with standard eligibility.

The nominated director (project lead) should lead the application, alongside a leadership team, and with the full support of their host research organisations.

To be eligible to apply for UK Obesity Research Institute (UK-ORI) funding, you must:

• have the relevant expertise and experience to lead or contribute to an internationally leading investment of significant scale
• show how you will strategically direct the investment, be actively engaged in the work and support a positive research culture
• focus your application on mechanistic research tackling important multidisciplinary health challenges related to obesity

For applicants who do not have a contract of employment for the duration of the proposed project, by submitting an application the research organisation is confirming that, if it is successful:

• contracts will be extended beyond the end date of the project
• all necessary support for the project and the applicants will be provided, including mentorship and career development for early career researchers

An eligible research organisation may lead one application only but is allowed to be a co-lead, or collaborate, on other applications.

If you are employed by the following organisations, you cannot apply as project lead or project co-lead but can participate as project partners on an application led by an eligible UK organisation:

• businesses
• charity and third sector organisations

International organisations cannot lead an application as part of the leadership team or lead one of the UK research sites. International researchers are permitted as a project co-lead (international) if making an important research contribution to one of the UK sites.

We would expect co-leads based outside of the UK to offer expertise, or facilities not available in the UK, and to provide clear indicators of commitment to the UK-ORI. The contribution and added value of the international participants to the research collaboration should be clearly explained and justified in the application.

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Overview

Opportunity status: Upcoming Funders: Funding type: Grant Publication date: 30 June 2026 Opening date: 30 July 2026 9:00am UK time Closing date: 19 November 2026 4:00pm UK time

We are seeking director-led applications to investigate mechanistic biomedical drivers of obesity and related cardiometabolic disease and deliver transformative impact in obesity research.

The director, supported by a leadership team, will lead the design and delivery of a collaborative institute. Applications should focus on the key barriers to unlock understanding of the causes and consequences of obesity to enable targeted prevention and treatment.

The funding available is up to £60 million, and for seven years duration, with the potential to renew.

Funding of this opportunity is subject to approval of a full business case.

This is a pre-announcement and the information may change.

The funding opportunity is expected to open in late July 2026. More information will be available on this page then.

This funding opportunity is open to organisations with standard eligibility.

The nominated director (project lead) should lead the application, alongside a leadership team, and with the full support of their host research organisations.

To be eligible to apply for UK Obesity Research Institute (UK-ORI) funding, you must:

• have the relevant expertise and experience to lead or contribute to an internationally leading investment of significant scale
• show how you will strategically direct the investment, be actively engaged in the work and support a positive research culture
• focus your application on mechanistic research tackling important multidisciplinary health challenges related to obesity

For applicants who do not have a contract of employment for the duration of the proposed project, by submitting an application the research organisation is confirming that, if it is successful:

• contracts will be extended beyond the end date of the project
• all necessary support for the project and the applicants will be provided, including mentorship and career development for early career researchers

An eligible research organisation may lead one application only but is allowed to be a co-lead, or collaborate, on other applications.

If you are employed by the following organisations, you cannot apply as project lead or project co-lead but can participate as project partners on an application led by an eligible UK organisation:

• businesses
• charity and third sector organisations

International organisations cannot lead an application as part of the leadership team or lead one of the UK research sites. International researchers are permitted as a project co-lead (international) if making an important research contribution to one of the UK sites.

We would expect co-leads based outside of the UK to offer expertise, or facilities not available in the UK, and to provide clear indicators of commitment to the UK-ORI. The contribution and added value of the international participants to the research collaboration should be clearly explained and justified in the application.

Read more details.

Lead the next chapter of heart and lung research at Cambridge

The University of Cambridge is seeking an exceptional and collaborative research leader to become the next Director of the Victor Phillip Dahdaleh Heart & Lung Research Institute. This is a distinctive opportunity to shape the next phase of a major interdisciplinary research institute working across discovery science, experimental medicine, clinical translation, implementation and policy.

The Institute brings together more than 450 research staff from seven University and NHS departments, working in partnership with Royal Papworth Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.

Its facilities include wet and dry laboratory research space and an NIHR-accredited Clinical Research Facility supporting experimental medicine and early-phase clinical trials. The Institute also hosts major research infrastructure and initiatives, including the UK Cystic Fibrosis Innovation Hub, the Wolfson Lung Injury Unit, a British Heart Foundation Centre of Research Excellence and the British Heart Foundation Cardiovascular Epidemiology Unit.

Collectively, its constituent groups hold more than £250 million in research funding.

The Institute is united by a clear mission: to improve cardiovascular and lung health for everyone, no matter where they live.

The VPD-HLRI operates as a distributed network of University departments, NHS partners, research groups and infrastructure platforms.

The Director will provide strategic and intellectual leadership across this complex environment, leading principally through influence, convening power, shared purpose and effective governance rather than through direct line authority over all constituent groups.

Working with the HLRI Strategic Board, the Operations Committee and senior partners across the University and NHS, the Director will set a compelling vision for the Institute's future, bring people and disciplines together around major research challenges and create the conditions for ambitious collaboration to flourish.

• define and articulate a clear strategic vision for the Institute and its next phase of development
• identify major research questions and future capability needs in cardiovascular and lung health
• strengthen collaboration across research groups, University departments, NHS partners and external organisations
• convene interdisciplinary teams to develop ambitious programmes, secure funding and deliver internationally recognised research
• support strategic fundraising and the development of major research funding opportunities
• promote research spanning discovery, translation, clinical impact and implementation
• champion an inclusive, positive and collaborative research culture that recognises the contribution of all colleagues
• mentor and support emerging research leaders
• represent the Institute nationally and internationally, enhancing its profile and influence

The Director will chair the HLRI Operations Committee and will report to the Head of the Department of Medicine, with strategic accountability to the HLRI Strategic Board. Alongside the Directorship, the successful candidate will be appointed to a Research Professorship and will lead an internationally excellent research programme aligned with the Institute's mission.

They will have leadership and operational responsibility for their own research group and will be expected to secure external funding, hold research grants and contribute to collaborative programmes within and beyond the Institute. They will also contribute to the wider academic life of an appropriate University department and the School of Clinical Medicine.

• an outstanding record of research leadership and achievement in a field relevant to heart or lung health
• substantial experience as a principal investigator
• evidence of securing and managing significant research funding
• experience of shaping research strategy and leading complex collaborative programmes
• the ability to inspire, convene and influence senior colleagues and external partners
• excellent communication, negotiation and ambassadorial skills
• experience of mentoring and developing researchers and research teams
• a demonstrable commitment to inclusive leadership, equality, diversity and a positive research culture

Experience of leading a substantial research programme, centre, institute or major interdisciplinary collaboration would be desirable.

Applicants must hold a PhD in a relevant subject or demonstrate equivalent professional or research standing. Clinically qualified applicants must hold GMC registration and a licence to practise, specialist registration in a relevant field, or equivalent registration in another country, as appropriate to the role.

Further information about the responsibilities of the role and the full selection criteria is available in the further particulars.

The Directorship will be offered for an initial period of five years, with the potential for extension for a further five years. An extension beyond ten years may be possible, subject to review, funding and institutional requirements.

The terms of the underlying Research Professor appointment will be confirmed separately. The role will be based principally at the VPD-HLRI, with an expectation of regular on-site presence.

The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society. The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.

Senior Researcher BCG Institute – London, United Kingdom

Boston Consulting Group partners with leaders in business and society to tackle their most important challenges and capture their greatest opportunities. BCG was the pioneer in business strategy when it was founded in 1963. Today, we help clients with total transformation-inspiring complex change, enabling organizations to grow, building competitive advantage, and driving bottom-line impact.

To succeed, organizations must blend digital and human capabilities. Our diverse, global teams bring deep industry and functional expertise and a range of perspectives to spark change. BCG delivers solutions through leading-edge management consulting along with technology and design, corporate and digital ventures—and business purpose. We work in a uniquely collaborative model across the firm and throughout all levels of the client organization, generating results that allow our clients to thrive.

The BCG Institute — BCG’s think tank—is seeking an Executive Research Director, Geopolitics & Technology to serve as a senior intellectual and institutional leader at the firm. This role sits at the intersection of global strategy, public policy, and frontier
technology, with a mandate to shape BCG’s perspective—and the broader global conversation—on the geopolitical forces redefining competition, security, and growth.

As a senior leader, you will set the firm’s Geopolitics × Technology agenda, influence C‑suite and government decision makers, and translate deep research into strategic insight that informs BCG’s highest‑impact work. The role carries significant visibility, internal influence, and leadership responsibility across BHI and the firm.

• Define and steward the Institute’s global thought leadership agenda on Geopolitics × Technology, shaping how senior leaders understand systemic risk, technological competition, and geopolitical transformation.
• Act as a senior intellectual voice for BCG on geopolitics and technology, contributing to firm‑wide strategic dialogue and priority setting.

• Lead a portfolio of high‑impact research initiatives across topics such as trade and industrial policy, defense and security, economic competitiveness, AI and advanced technologies, cybersecurity, digital sovereignty, and the geopolitics of innovation.
• Extensive drafting and writing of thought leadership publications and managing research team, ensuring research meets the highest standards of rigor while remaining directly relevant to executive and policy decision making.

• Author and sponsor flagship thought leadership in top‑tier outlets (e.g., Foreign Policy, Foreign Affairs, Financial Times, Harvard Business Review, MIT Sloan Management Review).
• Participate in advisory boards, policy dialogues, and expert networks shaping the global geopolitical and technology agenda.

• Partner with BCG leadership and case teams to bring geopolitical and technology insight into the firm’s client engagements, serving as an advisor with a leading voice on geopolitical strategy, technology competition, and risk.

• Build, lead, and mentor a high‑performing team of researchers and fellows, setting a culture of excellence, intellectual ambition, and impact.
• Cultivate long‑term partnerships with leading universities, think tanks, and innovation ecosystems to extend the Institute’s reach and influence.

• Embed geopolitical and technology foresight into BCG’s commercial and intellectual agenda, working closely with Practice Area leaders (e.g., GA, PS, TDA, X) to shape offerings, narratives, and client impact.
• Act as a bridge between frontier research and the firm’s strategic and commercial priorities.

• PhD required in Political Science, International Affairs, Computer Science, or a
  related field.
• Deep, original expertise with expertise in geopolitics with additional experience in
  the impact of technology, demonstrated through multi‑year research contributions with a minimum of 10 major publications (books /book contributions /articles)
  over the past 10 years. Established global thought leader with a sustained record
  of influential publications, public engagement, and agenda‑setting impact.
• 15+ years of progressive experience spanning geopolitics, technology policy,
  international relations, strategic consulting, and/or senior public‑sector leadership.
• Demonstrated experience building, leading, and scaling major research programs,
  policy initiatives, or institutions (e.g., think tanks, government offices, global
  initiatives) with measurable influence on public and private decision‑making.
• Experience shaping or implementing national or international policy frameworks
  related to technology, energy, security, or economic competitiveness.
• Proven experience advising C‑suite executives, senior policymakers, and leaders of
  global institutions on complex, high‑stakes issues.
• Strong executive presence with the ability to operate credibly at the highest levels of
  business, government, and academia.

Boston Consulting Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under national, provincial, or local law, where applicable, and those with criminal histories will be considered in a manner consistent with applicable state and local laws.

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From global institutions to hedge funds, investors come to Morgan Stanley for sales, trading, and market‑making services across almost every type of financial instrument in the world’s financial markets. Morgan Stanley professionals use our network and technology to provide liquidity and sophisticated analysis, to manage risk and execute reliably in fast‑changing markets.

Morgan Stanley’s Institutional Equity Division (IED) is a world leader in the origination, distribution, and trading of equity, equity‑linked and equity‑derivative securities. Our broad and deep client relationships, market‑leading platform, and intellectual insights enable us to be a world‑class service provider to our clients for their financing, market access and portfolio management needs.

The Quantitative Research (QR) group designs, builds and maintains the models that drive the equity trading engines at Morgan Stanley. Our systems are used globally by both internal trading groups and clients of the firm. We utilize systematic, data‑driven approaches to understand how markets work and put those ideas in action. The team spans the disciplines of finance, econometrics, statistics, mathematics, machine learning and data analysis, with many team members well versed in multiple areas. We are looking to hire highly talented, creative individuals who are enthusiastic about research and contributing to a leading‑edge team in an intellectually stimulating environment.

• Execution Consulting – applying knowledge of algorithmic trading engines to reduce execution slippage
• Perform bespoke, in‑depth client Transaction Cost Analysis (TCA) to enhance algo performance
• Equity market‑structure research & analysis – for example, deep dives into market impact, dark liquidity, smart order routing & algorithmic order placement

• 5‑7 years of experience in the financial sector with direct practical experience in equity markets
• Bachelor or Master’s Degree in Finance, Economics or Mathematics (including equivalents of CA, CFA, FRM, MMS, MBA). Engineering degree is preferred
• Able to demonstrate practical mastery of data analysis at scale
• Significant experience in any mathematical/high‑level programming language such as Python or R
• Exposure or knowledge of different equity and equity‑derivatives products is desirable
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Practical expertise in constructing data processing pipelines and enriched datasets from diverse sources – internal as well as external
• Strong analytical and reasoning skills; able to decompose complex problems and projects into manageable pieces; comfortable suggesting and presenting solutions

• Experience with Linux, shell scripts and automation via AI
• Understanding of KDB+ or other databases

If this role is deemed a Certified role, it may require the holder to meet mandatory regulatory qualifications or internal company benchmarks.

Interested in flexible working opportunities? Morgan Stanley empowers employees to have greater freedom of choice through flexible working arrangements. Speak to our recruitment team to find out more.

Morgan Stanley is an equal‑opportunity employer committed to building and maintaining a workforce that is diverse in experience and background. Our recruiting efforts reflect our strong commitment to a culture of inclusion, where individuals are hired, developed, and advanced based on their skills and talents. For more information, please visit

Senior Research Associate

Grade 8, 1.0 FTE, to August 2030

The Institute for Children's Futures brings together communities of researchers, practitioners and policy makers across Manchester Metropolitan University and beyond. In doing so, it is establishing a critical mass of research power to support evidence-based policy and practice and to identify trends and patterns which affect children’s futures.

If you have an academic speciality in the field of children and young people at a post‑doctoral level, and the commitment and drive to apply your career to improve the lives of children and young people through research and evaluation, then this is your opportunity to join us as a Senior Research Associate. This role is being offered on a full‑time basis, for a period of four years to August 2030.

The main purpose of this role is to carry out cross‑faculty research, evaluation and reporting on behalf of the Institute for Children's Futures. Specifically, the role will support the Institute’s priority workstreams of research, working closely with the Institute’s senior leadership team and its network of members. The role will report directly to one of the Institute’s Directors and will collaborate closely with the ICF’s senior leadership team and external partners.

This role is a unique opportunity for a committed postdoctoral researcher in the field of children and young people to make significant contributions to advancing the Institute’s research and profile. The role will involve building research connections and professional relationships with colleagues in all four faculties across Manchester Metropolitan University, and externally with the Institute’s growing network of partners and stakeholders in organisations such as local and national government agencies, commercial organisations, charities, and international bodies such as the United Nations.

We would expect you to have completed a PhD in the field of children and young people, to possess significant experience of contributing towards the evaluation of research programmes, and in writing and developing bids to a variety of funding bodies. Experience of working in multidisciplinary and multi‑agency teams, or in undertaking participatory research with children and young people, would also be considered a significant advantage.

It is essential that you have the capability and confidence to represent ICF to colleagues across the University and further afield, and to represent and advocate for both the ICF and the University in collaborative and decision‑making forums.

Please apply via the Manchester Metropolitan University recruitment system, alongside submitting your CV and a two‑page expression of interest, outlining how you meet the person specification, why you wish to apply for the role, the contributions you would bring and your priorities in the role.

If you would like further information, or to arrange for an informal discussion about the role, please contact

Interviews will be held on Thursday 13th August 2026.

Manchester Metropolitan University fosters an inclusive culture of belonging that promotes equity and celebrates diversity. We value a diverse workforce for the innovation and diversity of thought it brings and welcome applications from all local and international communities, including Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic backgrounds, disabled people, and LGBTQ+ individuals.

We support a range of flexible working arrangements, including hybrid and tailored schedules, which can be discussed with your line manager. If you require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process or in your role, please let us know so we can provide appropriate support.

Our commitment to inclusivity includes mentoring programmes, accessibility resources, and professional development opportunities to empower and support underrepresented groups.

Manchester Met is a Disability Confident Leader and, under this scheme, aims to offer an interview to disabled people who apply for the role and meet the essential criteria as listed in the attached Job Description for that vacancy.

• FINAL ICF Senior Research Associate JD PS MM.pdf (72.97 KB)
• Candidate Pack 2026.pdf (9.16 MB)

Primary Responsibilities

• Execution Consulting: applying knowledge of algorithmic trading engines to reduce execution slippage
• Perform bespoke, in‑depth client Transaction Cost Analysis (TCA) for enhancing algo performance
• Equity market structure research & analysis – e.g., deep dives into market impact, dark liquidity, smart order routing & algorithmic order placement

• 5–7 years of experience in the financial sector with direct practical experience in equity markets
• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Finance, Economics or Mathematics (including equivalents of CA, CFA, FRM, MMS, MBA)
• Engineering degree (preferred)
• Practical mastery of data analysis at scale
• Significant experience in mathematical/high‑level programming languages such as Python or R
• Knowledge of equity and equity derivative products (desirable)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Practical expertise in constructing data processing pipelines and enriched datasets from diverse sources (internal and external)
• Strong analytical and reasoning skills; able to decompose complex problems into manageable pieces and suggest and present solutions
• Experience with Linux, shell scripts and automation (via AI)
• Understanding of KDB+ or other databases

MorganStanleyisanequalopportunityemployercommittedtobuildingandmaintainingaworkforcethatisdiverseinexperienceandbackground.

Investor Relations at Private Equity Insights

This role offers you the opportunity to expand and nurture our community of key VIP groups such as institutional investors (LPs) and other key stakeholders in the Private Equity Industry.

Do you want to take part in defining the future of Private Equity? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment, where you gain a tremendous amount of responsibility? Do you want to be part of an exceptional entrepreneurial team with young, motivated and extremely driven people? And are you curious or passionate about people and building relationships? If so, you might be our next member of the investor relations team.

Private Equity Insights is the world's largest Private Equity community with 500k followers on LinkedIn organising a series of 12 global private equity events every year with 2,000+ GPs, 1,000+ LPs among the attendees.

Private Equity Insights is part of United Media ( which focuses on building large-scale industry media and conferences products in sectors such as insurance, finance, retail, etc. As of today, we have organically launched 8 media companies and acquired one.

• The opportunity of having a real impact - You'll be getting operational experience in a startup where both your work and the results are highly tangible and matter to the business.
• Inspiration and guidance - A chance to work closely with our high performing team as well as with the CEO and founder of our company.
• Unlimited growth potential in our company - we strongly believe in and have a track record of promoting internally.
• Travel opportunity: You would be joining our conferences overseas.
• Invaluable transferable skills - boost your interpersonal, research, organisation, outreach and project management skills through experience and training.

• Identify, maintain and develop long-standing and fruitful relationships with institutional investors who can benefit from the targeted offering of our product and network.
• Accommodate the investment strategy of the LP by facilitating 1:1 meetings with relevant fund managers.
• Support the team to fulfil delivery of our exclusive products such as roundtables, panel sessions, and VIP receptions. This may sometimes require securing an audience that extends beyond our usual definition of institutional investors, such as GPs.

Whether you are with or for 2 or 10+ years we believe this position to lay the foundation for a very successful career. We are strong believers of internal promotions and aim to land all management positions internally, and with 45% of our people exiting to PE/Venture or M&A it emphasizes the opportunity arising from this company.

Please note that this job does not require any specific previous work experience as training is provided and we are looking to incorporate candidates across different levels of experience. However, we do require you to have a UK work permit.

• Have a relentless drive and desire to be the very best at what they do.
• Possess and unparalleled work ethic with a high sense of urgency.
• Take ownership of everything they do, are proactive and follow through on commitments.
• Are curious about people and love to speak, build and nurture relations.
• Are an excellent communicator (especially) verbally and in writing.
• Are well-organised and display the ability to structure and prioritise their work.

Flexible

The role is onsite, Monday to Friday, based in our offices at Sloane Square. It is essential we work at a fast pace and collaborate in person to create market-leading, unmatched events throughout the calendar year. It will be great to have you as part of our team.