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A marvelous opportunity has arisen for a talented consultant in the acoustics sector. My client a global engineering management and development consultancy. Who are currently involved in some of the most interesting projects around the world. Require a suitably qualified and experienced principle Acoustic Engineer to join their special services team based in Croydon.
Salary up to £55,000

Ref: WEB1001

Qualification – Degree/MSc Acoustic and Noise Control/Audio Acoustics/Audio and Sound Technology
Experience:

Substantial Acoustics experience.
Member of Institute of Acoustics or knowledge and experience of noise and vibration consultancy.
Proven technical ability in terms of problem solving and analytical thinking
Ability to manage time, resources and projects effectively

Duties:

The focus of the work is on transportation projects, although collaboration with other related disciplines such as building and infrastructure and energy frequently takes place.
Typical projects include large scale noise mapping, transportation related noise assessments, noise impact assessments for planning applications and noise assessments for EIAs. For candidates with appropriate experience, there is also the opportunity to be involved with building acoustics related projects.

Typical projects

Working as a Team on a variety of small and major projects, working in close association with other engineering and environmental disciplines.

Benefits

Competitive salary and monthly profit share scheme
Contributory Pension scheme
Life insurance scheme
Meritocratic bonus and rewards
Further extensive training and development support

Interested in this or other roles in Acoustics? Please do not hesitate to contact Adam Deeks on Adam.deeks@penguinrecruitment.co.uk or call 01792 365104. We have many more vacancies available on our website. Please refer to www.penguinrecruitment.co.uk.
This is a permanent role.

With a proven track record in climate-related research, preferably at a senior level you already have a strong grasp of the challenges, complexities and issues faced by researchers, policy makers and others working in this area. Now’s your opportunity to bring that knowledge
to a high-profile new role – and lead the development of a new international monthly journal.

Launching in 2009, Nature Climate Change will provide in-depth coverage of news and research across both natural and social sciences. Our goal is to put this pioneering publication at the heart of current thinking as we unify interdisciplinary research that relates to the understanding and impact of climate change.

We need you to launch and establish Nature Climate Change as an essential journal for everyone involved in this area. Importantly, you
will ensure the accessibility of published research, raising its visibility in related research communities – as well as the mainstream media and public.

Experience within an editorial environment would be welcomed, though it is not essential if you can bring a keen interest in the communication of science. Excellent managerial, presentation
and interpersonal skills are also essential.

To apply, please send a covering letter (including your salary expectations) and CV to Denise Pitter at londonrecruitment@macmillan.co.uk

Please quote reference number: NPG/LON/958.

Closing Date: Friday 24th October 2008

Scottish Natural Heritage and Scottish Environment Protection Agency

Ph.D Studentships 2009

Scottish Natural Heritage (SNH) and the Scottish Environment Protection Agency (SEPA) are government bodies responsible to Scottish Government Ministers and, through them, to the Scottish Parliament. The task of SNH is to secure the conservation and enhancement of Scotland’s natural heritage – the wildlife, habitats and landscapes which have evolved through the long partnership between people and nature. SEPA is Scotland’s environmental regulator and adviser, and has a key role in controlling pollution, and working with others to protect and improve our environment.

SNH and SEPA manage a vigorous Research and Development Programme. As part of developing their research work linked to operational priorities, SNH and, for the first time this year, SEPA will fund a number of PhD studentships to support research. In 2009, SNH and SEPA will jointly fund up to three studentships drawn from one or more of the following areas:
• Environmental networks and planning in towns and cities
• Non-native species in the marine environment: understanding and control methods
• Environmental impacts of marine renewables
• Climate change scenarios for species and habitat assemblages
• Economic benefits of nature and the environment

Applications are sought from UK University/Research Institute staff wishing to secure such a studentship. The annual stipend for the studentships will be £13,300 (running for 3 years), with up to £3,000 per year being provided for University fees. The closing date for applications is 26 November 2008. Applications can only be accepted from staff – prospective students interested
in taking up one of the SNH/SEPA awards should discuss this with a potential
supervisor in a university or research institute. An announcement on the successful applications will be made in January 2009. An application form is available by post from Paul Robertson, SNH, Great Glen House, Inverness IV3 8NW, or by email from Paul.Robertson@snh.gov.uk

If you have scientific enquiries about SNH studentships contact Professor Des Thompson, Policy and Advice Manager, SNH, Silvan House, 231 Corstorphine Road, Edinburgh EH12 7AT. Tel: 0131 316 2630 or Email: Des.Thompson@snh.gov.uk

Faculty of Environment
School of Earth and Environment
Institute for Climate and Atmospheric Science
Lecturer in Dynamical Meteorology

The Institute for Climate and Atmospheric Science (ICAS) wishes to develop its research profile. You will join an enthusiastic and motivated School which aims to achieve the highest standards in its research and teaching. You will have a PhD and a strong record of research in an area of atmospheric dynamics. You should be able to demonstrate the capability to develop your own independent research programme complementary to the existing activities of the Institute for Climate and Atmospheric Science. You should also have a demonstrated ability to publish your research in high quality peer reviewed journals and be able to demonstrate the potential to attract external funding to support your research.

You will be expected to contribute to the School’s teaching programmes in atmospheric and environmental science. The School operates a workload model to guide the allocation of duties: at least 20% of your time will be committed to teaching and related activities.

We are looking for those with expertise in any area of atmospheric dynamics; an ability to enhance or build upon the existing strengths of the Institute will be an advantage.

Further details concerning the School, its research activities and structure are available at http://www.see.leeds.ac.uk/
University Grade 8 (£35,663 – £42,583 p.a. pay award pending)

Informal enquiries to Dr Doug Parker tel +44 (0)113 343 6739 email d.j.parker@see.leeds.ac.uk
To download an application form and job details please visit www.leeds.ac.uk and click on jobs. Alternatively these may be obtained via email recruitment@adm.leeds.ac.uk or tel +44 (0)113 343 5771

Job ref 315101 Closing date 7 November 2008

Position: Facility Manager / Unit Manager (Ref: ARM 1115)
Location: In a rural location on the outskirts of Edinburgh
Salary: £Negotiable & great benefits and relocation package.

An exciting position for a Unit Manager has arisen for the Rodent and Technical services department based at a preclinical facility in Edinburgh, Scotland.

Benefits include:

Relocation assistance- up to 17% of salary
Money purchase pension plan – contributory (e.g. individuals can pay between 3% and 5% salary the company will match the individuals contribution level)
Free life assurance as plan member (e.g. 4 x salary)
Free private health care cover (self, spouse and dependent children)
Quarterly bonus arrangements (corporate scheme)
Subsidised staffroom
Active sports and social club
Free car parking

Ideal candidates:
*A qualification in laboratory animal science or a related subject, i.e MIAT, HOL, NACWO, is essential.
*Candidates will ideally be from a CRO or Pharmaceutical background and have worked with a variety of animal research models.
* Excellent people management skills are required as the post will involve managing around 30 people.
*You should be an effective communicator who is able to deal with people at all levels. In addition, you will have proven experience of motivating your team to ensure they are always focused on achieving their goals and objectives.

Your duties will include all aspects of the day to day running of the unit including the management, supervision and training of staff working on a range of study types including carcinogenicity and metabolism studies. Other duties include:
*Ensuring adequate resources are available to maintain the highest quality standards of animal care and welfare
*Ensuring the highest degree of integrity in all process and procedures
*Working closely and as part of a management team to ensure that customer needs are understood and met
*Ensuring compliance with relevant regulatory requirements
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