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501–600th in World University Rankings 2026
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About Complutense University of Madrid

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Considered to be one of the oldest universities in the world, the Complutense University of Madrid has roots that date back to the 13th century, when Sancho IV of Castile granted a license to establish what was formerly known as a ‘General School of Study’ in the city of Alcalá.

The original Ciudad Universitaria campus was founded in 1927 with the goal of merging education, science and culture. Nowadays, the highly competitive university is home to over 86,000 students and is spread across the whole of the Ciudad Universitaria area of Madrid.

As the largest university in Spain, it also has institutions in the neighbouring city of Pozuelo de Alarcón.

Courses in the university are divided into a number of science faculties including media and communication science, teaching and learning science, and computer science. It also contains a faculty of Art and programmes in geography and veterinary medicine.

Additionally, the university comprises specialist schools that focus on medicine and legal studies. It offers summer courses in the world heritage site of San Lorenzo del Escorial and boasts a number of study abroad programmes with universities located in Paris, Prague, Slovakia and the US.

Alongside its own newspaper and radio station, the university houses over 100 recreational societies and several competitive sports teams. It is also one of Madrid’s leading venues for film premieres and all major Spanish film productions are screened in front of an audience of Complutense students.

The university’s alumni includes many famous historians, philosophers, poets and Prime Ministers.

Its graduates are given ‘lifelong training’ that furnishes them with professional skills allied to their chosen fields of work and alongside their academic studies.

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Student gender ratio
63 F : 37 M (1)
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International student percentage
16% (1)
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Students per staff
10 (1)
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57684 (1)

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About the opportunity With a range of top-ranked programs and prestigious triple accreditation from AACSB, AMBA and EQUIS, the University of Sydney Business School is in the top 1% of business schools worldwide and is a global leader in business and management education. With a highly international outlook, we have over 560 FTE (full-time equivalent) staff and more than 11,000 students from diverse backgrounds enrolled in a comprehensive suite of programs including the top-ranked MBA in Australia. Building on strong partnerships with industry, government and civil society organisations, the Business School is pursuing an ambitious strategic direction as a leader in the creation and mobilisation of new, impactful knowledge about innovative, responsible and sustainable responses to contemporary business challenges. Our recent trajectory has been marked by sector-leading innovation in curriculum design and student employability, ever closer engagement with industry and international partners, and research intensification. Innovative. Responsible. Sustainable. The Business School Strategy prioritises innovation, responsibility and sustainability, while aligning with the aspirations of the University of Sydney and its Sydney in 2032; One Sydney, Many People; and Sustainability strategies. It re-affirms our commitment to research excellence, transformational education, and a thriving diverse community. By fostering a trusting, accountable, high-performance culture, our people will be empowered to do great work. We are guided by catalysing principles that anchor us in place, with partners that include First Nations peoples, to drive innovation for positive impact. Our research makes significant contributions to building prosperous, sustainable organisations for a healthy, inclusive society. 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We are committed to creating a University community that thrives through diversity and reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this through our commitment to diversity and inclusion, evidenced by our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people living with a disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and those who identify as LGBTQIA+. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds. We are proud to be recognised as an Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) Platinum Employer. Find out more about our work on diversity and inclusion. Click to view the Position Description for this role. © The University of Sydney The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment. Applications Close Monday 02 February 2026 11:59 PM

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King's College London

United Kingdom, London

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King's College London

United Kingdom, London


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Ability to plan own workload, work to tight deadlines and manage multiple projects, reprioritising or adapting as necessary Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to build effective working relationships and collaborate with a wide range of stakeholders  Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines. Desirable criteria Experience of managing and delivering a portfolio of taught provision, with a proactive and transparent approach and a focus on improvement Experience working on custom closed education projects with a long-term client or partner organisation. Commitment to equality and diversity in the workplace. Understanding of data protection and confidentiality in a higher education context. 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About us King’s College London is a leading research-intensive university. This role sits within the Research Management & Innovation Directorate (RMID) and the King’s Doctoral College, which supports King’s doctoral community. You will join the MRC Doctoral Training Partnership (DTP) in Biomedical Sciences (https://kcl-mrcdtp.com/), a flagship programme funded by the Medical Research Council. Our team works to deliver an exceptional experience for postgraduate researchers and showcase the impact of their work.  About the role We are seeking an experienced and proactive Communications & Engagement Officer to join the MRC Doctoral Training Partnership (DTP) in Biomedical Sciences at King’s College London. This flagship programme supports outstanding postgraduate researchers in cutting-edge biomedical science, and your role will be key to strengthening its profile and community. Reporting to the MRC DTP Manager, you will lead on communications, marketing, engagement, events, and equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) activities. You will develop and implement strategies to ensure the DTP’s messages, goals, and values are communicated clearly and consistently across multiple channels, including web, social media, and digital platforms. You will play a central role in building connections within our student community and with external stakeholders. This includes planning and delivering events, managing digital content, and supporting initiatives that enhance the postgraduate research experience. You will also contribute to EDI projects and help showcase the achievements of our students and alumni. The ideal candidate will be an effective communicator with proven experience in managing communications and engagement activities, preferably within a higher education or research environment. You will be confident working independently, managing projects, and using digital tools to create engaging content. This is an exciting opportunity to make a real impact on a high-profile doctoral training programme and to work collaboratively within a supportive team. This is a full-time post (35 hours per week), and you will be offered a fixed term contract until 30 September 2030. About you To be successful in this role, we are looking for candidates to have the following skills and experience: Essential criteria Educated to degree level or equivalent experience. Proven experience managing websites and social media channels, including creating and updating content. Proven experience in communications, publishing, or marketing, including developing and delivering successful strategies. Experience coordinating and delivering events independently. Ability to produce high-quality written and visual content for different audiences and formats. Demonstrable project management skills, including prioritizing workload and meeting deadlines. Ability to use digital tools for content creation (e.g., video editing, basic design software). Experience working in a higher education or research environment. Desirable criteria Experience with design tools (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite) for creating marketing materials. Understanding of outreach and widening participation in higher education. Experience managing small budgets and monitoring expenditure. Proven networking skills, engaging with internal and external stakeholders. Enthusiasm and commitment to enhancing the postgraduate research student experience. Downloading a copy of our Job Description Full details of the role and the skills, knowledge and experience required can be found in the Job Description document, provided at the bottom of the page. This document will provide information of what criteria will be assessed at each stage of the recruitment process. Further Information We pride ourselves on being inclusive and welcoming. We embrace diversity and want everyone to feel that they belong and are connected to others in our community. We are committed to working with our staff and unions on these and other issues, to continue to support our people and to develop a diverse and inclusive culture at King's. As part of this commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion and through this appointment process, it is our aim to develop candidate pools that include applicants from all backgrounds and communities. We ask all candidates to submit a copy of their CV, and a supporting statement, detailing how they meet the essential criteria listed in the advert. If we receive a strong field of candidates, we may use the desirable criteria to choose our final shortlist, so please include your evidence against these where possible. To find out how our managers will review your application, please take a look at our ‘How we Recruit’ pages. Interviews are due to be held w/c 2nd or 9th February. Grade and Salary: £39,076 - £43,909 per annum, including London Weighting Allowance Job ID: 134525 Close Date: 26-Jan-2026 Contact Person: Elena Allen Contact Details: Elena.allen@kcl.ac.uk

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£39,076 - £43,909 per annum, including London Weighting Allowance

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19 Dec 2025

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UNIVERSITY OF SURREY

University of Surrey

United Kingdom, Guildford

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University of Surrey

United Kingdom, Guildford


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KINGS COLLEGE LONDON

King's College London

United Kingdom, London

institution

King's College London

United Kingdom, London


About us The King’s Health Partners Clinical Trials Office (KHP-CTO) is a collaboration between King’s College London, Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust, King’s College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust. Established to provide a single interface for those wishing to conduct clinical research within the partner organisations, and to ensure that there are common, efficient processes for the set up and administration of clinical trials. About the role Key responsibilities Facilitate the collection and preparation of documentation required to confirm local capacity, obtain R&D theme lead approvals, collate regulatory approvals needed to instigate clinical trials Facilitate the collection of local and regulatory approvals required for the review and implementation of amendments Provide comprehensive advice to external and internal parties for the conduct of clinical trials across the partner organisations. To assist in maintaining the records of the clinical trials portfolios of the partner organisations including the EDGE system and ensuring information added is quality checked To ensure that trials metrics are collected to permit tracking of milestones. To assist in the archiving of clinical trials documentation to meet prevailing regulatory requirements. To maintain a working knowledge of prevailing regulations, guidance, best practices and GCP standards regarding the conduct of clinical trials To ensure confidentiality of commercially sensitive information and that data protection imperatives are respected The above list of responsibilities may not be exhaustive, and the post holder will be required to undertake such tasks and responsibilities as may reasonably be expected within the scope and grading of the post. We reserve the right to close the advert early, dependant on quantity of applications. This is a full time (35 hours per week), and you will be offered an indefinite contract. About you To be successful in this role, we are looking for candidates to have the following skills and experience: Essential criteria Experience acquired in administration role(s), preferably in either a pharmaceutical industry or clinical research setting  Strong planning and organisational skills including the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks  Excellent interpersonal skills - tactful and able to deal with a wide range of people in an enthusiastic and helpful manner whilst being capable of firmly maintaining policies and regulations  Problem solving skills - pragmatic and flexible approach whilst maintaining policies and regulations  Demonstrably high levels of accuracy and attention to detail  Demonstrates a proactive approach  Demonstrates a commitment to a quality culture with a professional demeanour and high ethical standards  Strong computer skills (proficient with MS Word, Excel and Web-based applications) Desirable criteria Experience in clinical trial administration and/or in the delivery of clinical research within the NHS  Knowledge of GCP and full working knowledge of local regulatory requirements for the conduct of clinical trials  Understanding of Ethics committees and Competent Authority approval processes  Downloading a copy of our Job Description Full details of the role and the skills, knowledge and experience required can be found in the Job Description document, provided at the bottom of the page. This document will provide information of what criteria will be assessed at each stage of the recruitment process. Further Information We pride ourselves on being inclusive and welcoming. We embrace diversity and want everyone to feel that they belong and are connected to others in our community. We are committed to working with our staff and unions on these and other issues, to continue to support our people and to develop a diverse and inclusive culture at King's. As part of this commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion and through this appointment process, it is our aim to develop candidate pools that include applicants from all backgrounds and communities. We ask all candidates to submit a copy of their CV, and a supporting statement, detailing how they meet the essential criteria listed in the advert. If we receive a strong field of candidates, we may use the desirable criteria to choose our final shortlist, so please include your evidence against these where possible. To find out how our managers will review your application, please take a look at our ‘How we Recruit’ pages. Grade and Salary: £34,713 per annum, including London Weighting Allowance Job ID: 134425 Close Date: 04-Jan-2026 Contact Person: Laura Freer Contact Details: laura.freer@kcl.ac.uk

Salary

£34,713 per annum, including London Weighting Allowance

Posted

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Subjects Taught at Complutense University of Madrid

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Arts and Humanities

  • Archaeology
  • Art, Performing Art and Design
  • History, Philosophy and Theology
  • Languages, Literature and Linguistics

Business and Economics

  • Accounting and Finance
  • Business and Management
  • Economics and Econometrics

Computer Science

  • Computer Science

Education Studies

  • Education

Engineering

  • Chemical Engineering
  • Electrical and Electronic Engineering

Law

  • Law

Life Sciences

  • Biological Sciences
  • Veterinary Science

Medical and Health

  • Medicine and Dentistry
  • Other Health

Physical Sciences

  • Chemistry
  • Geology, Environmental, Earth and Marine Sciences
  • Mathematics and Statistics
  • Physics and Astronomy

Psychology

  • Psychology

Social Sciences

  • Communication and Media Studies
  • Geography
  • Politics and International Studies
  • Sociology