Category: Career Opportunities, Internships & Volunteering

Software developer job opportunity at Undaunted (deadline Friday 27 Nov 2026)

There is a job opportunity at Undaunted for a 6-month casual worker position. Undaunted is a partnership between The Royal Institution and Imperial’s Grantham Institute

Job description is attached and the deadline for submitting interest is 27th November.

Candidates should submit a CV and brief personal statement outlining their interest in the role to Clare Lowe at c.lowe@imperial.ac.uk

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RSB Plant Health Award (deadline 1 Dec 2026)

The Plant Health Professional Development Award aims to support those working in plant health and biosecurity by offering a free route to official certification and career support. Recipients of the award will receive:

This award is part of the RSB’s expanded plant health professional development initiatives supported by Defra, with up to 30 awards available for 2026-27. The award is open to anyone who has been working in a plant health-related career for at least one year and is interested in applying to join the PHPR for the first time.

To apply, applicants must submit a completed application form along with an up-to-date CV via email to registers@rsb.org.uk by 17:00 (GMT, London time) on 1 December 2026. Visit the award webpage to find out more on how to apply. If you have any questions, please email registers@rsb.org.uk.

Early Career Forum – EPSRC Future Communications Systems Team

EPSRC – Future Communication Systems are delighted to announce the launch of an Early Career Forum. Information on this opportunity can be found via EPSRC Future Communication Systems Early Career Forum EoI – UKRI  
 EPSRC is seeking applications from Early Career Researchers (ECR’s) to join our Early Career Forum (ECF) for the Future Communications Systems Theme.
The ECF will act as an informal advisory stream to EPSRC. Members will be advocates for EPSRC within the community and provide a broad perspective on the needs and views of the Future Communications Systems community, offering opinion across the breadth of the Theme’s remit.
The Future Communications Systems Theme considers it important that the Forum shapes its own agenda and activities, suggesting items of discussion and providing relevant insight and feedback to EPSRC from the community they represent.
EPSRC are looking to recruit between 25-30 members in this exercise, welcoming applications from candidates from a diverse range of backgrounds with appropriate representation across research areas.
This opportunity is for an early career researcher, post-doctorate holding a PhD (or equivalent), based at a UK Higher Education Institution, or employed by a relevant business or organisation with an understanding of the processes required to deliver world class research activities in Future Communications Systems, and/or the commercialisation of such research. In addition, this call is open to industrialists and individuals working in the third sector and government organisations whose work is relevant to Future Communications Systems.
Application is by ‘Expression of Interest’ submitted via Citizen Space. This also includes a brief statement of support from the applicant’s host institution (employer).
Individuals interested in applying for this opportunity who are unsure of their eligibility and would like further information on this opportunity should contact EPSRC Future Communications Systems Theme (future.communications@epsrc.ukri.org). EPSRC – Future Communication Systems – More Information about the Theme

Paid Part Time Opportunity – Sustainable Laboratories Coordinator (deadline: 23 Nov)

Imperial College London is committed to becoming a leader in sustainability, with laboratories playing a critical role in our environmental impact. With over 1,600 laboratories across our campuses, supporting sustainable lab practices is essential.

The post holder will work closely with the Laboratory Sustainability Manager to coordinate and carry out audits for the LEAF (Laboratory Efficiency Assessment Framework) programme. They will be responsible for scheduling audits with lab users, conducting audits (full training provided), completing audit documentation (primarily using Microsoft Word and Excel), and using the LEAF platform to track and manage data.

This is a people-focused role requiring strong organisational and communication skills, attention to detail, and an interest in sustainable research practices. This is a casual job – flexible, part time (3h-9h per week).

Role Description

Apply by sending your CV and a short email to: Zuzanna Rydz outlining why you are suitable for this role and demonstrating your interest.

The deadline for applications is 23 November 2026.

 

Present Your Research as an Immersive Experience at the Data Observatory (Deadline: 27 Nov)

Could your research come to life at the Data Observatory?

We are looking for three Imperial research projects to feature as flagship immersive demonstrations at the Data Observatory in 2027.

If your work has a compelling story to tell- this is your opportunity to bring it to life at a scale no laptop screen can match.

What’s involved:

  • Projects run from January to June, with the immersive demonstration developed over 2–3 months during this period;
  • You will work with one of our Data for Humanity Interns, at no cost to you;
  • We ask for a mentor from your team, either yourself or a colleague to commit to one meeting per week, plus occasional ad hoc contact, to guide the intern and shape the final demonstration;
  • We are looking for mature, well-developed research with a compelling story ready to be shared with researchers, funders and the public (and even on the Virtual Corrido in the Sherfield Walkway!)

The submission portal is now open. Closing date: 27 November.

Submit your project idea here Observatory 2027- Flagship Project Call

To find out more, please contact the Kate Heyworth, Data Observatory Team Leader, k.heyworth@imperial.ac.uk.

Flagship Pioneering Summer Fellowship (deadline: 15 Dec)

Flagship Pioneering is a scientific venture creation company based in Kendall Square, a world-renowned biotech hub in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Flagship isn’t a venture capital firm. Instead, it creates entirely new companies based on ideas developed by its own in-house scientists. Over the years, Flagship has founded more than 130 companies, including Moderna, Generate Biomedicines, Inari, Indigo Agriculture, and Lila Sciences. Flagship also has a growing presence in the UK through its London office. Its work begins with curious, creative, and rigorous scientists and technologists who are excited by the opportunity to explore bold ideas beyond the boundaries of what is currently possible.

The Summer Fellowship

Flagship’s Summer Fellowship, which takes place in Cambridge, Massachusetts, offers exceptional PhD students and postdoctoral researchers the chance to spend three months embedded within company-creation teams, learning a unique approach to scientific innovation and venture creation. The Fellowship is a paid, in-person opportunity, and many successful Fellows go on to receive offers to return to Flagship full-time after completing their PhD or postdoctoral training. We welcome applicants from a wide range of scientific and technical backgrounds, including biology, chemistry, biomedical sciences, plant sciences, computer science, engineering, artificial intelligence, and related disciplines.

Information sessions:

We are hosting a number of information sessions to meet members of the Flagship team and learn more about the Fellowship:

Oxford city centre – November 3, 2026 5-7:30pm GMT
Wellcome Genome Campus – November 4, 2026 12-1:30pm GMT
Cambridge West Campus – November 4, 2026 3-4:30pm GMT
London Euston – November 4, 2026 6:30-9pm GMT
SLCU (Plant Sciences focus) – November 5, 2026 3:30-5pm GMT
Cambridge Biomedical Campus – November 5, 2026 6:30-9pm GMT

ČVUT Starting Grant 2027 – Deadline 30 November

Czech Technical University in Prague (CTU) have recently opened the CTU Starting Grant 2027, offering up to €480,000 over three years for outstanding early-career researchers ready to establish their own independent research group in Prague. No prior agreement with a CTU host department is needed to apply.

Application deadline: 30 November 2026

Become a mentor – Confronting Inequality in Education

Help make STEM accessible for all and inspire the next generation of scientists! The Confronting Inequality in Education (CIE) programme is seeking Imperial researchers to mentor Year 12 students interested in science and engineering. Just a few hours a month can make a huge difference in helping students from underrepresented backgrounds see themselves in STEM.

The programme has been running at Imperial for five years – you can read about the programmes impact, and last years Poster Showcase.

What’s involved?

As a mentor, you’ll:

  • Be paired with a Year 12 student based on shared research interests (STEM fields including maths, physics, chemistry, biology, engineering, and medicine).
  • Meet regularly through 1:1 online sessions (approx. 4 hours/month), including three in-person events at Imperial and partner school (either in Barnet or Wembley).
  • Guide your mentee through creating a scientific poster on a topic of their choice, to be presented at Imperial’s final showcase.
  • Support university applications, including personal statement writing and interview preparation.

You don’t need to be based in London – but attending the face-to-face sessions listed below is strongly encouraged to strengthen mentor-mentee relationships.

Provisional Event Dates 2026/2027

  • Late November/ early December (late afternoon/ early evening): Career Speed-Meeting & Mentor-Mentee Introduction Location: Ark Academy, Wembley or Ark Pioneer, Barnet depending on your allocated mentee.
  • Late January: Poster-Making Crash Course (optional for mentors, Location: Imperial College, South Kensington or White City)
  • Late April (after Easter half term): Poster Showcase at Imperial
  • Summer onwards: UCAS personal statement support and interview preparation sessions

Who Can Apply

We welcome mentors from all levels: Master’s students, PhD researchers, postdocs, and PIs – across all departments at Imperial!

You can express your interest in becoming a mentor here.

For any questions about the programme, please contact the CIE Organising Committee at ciementoring@imperial.ac.uk

 

Royal Society Funding Opportunities – Autumn 2026

Royal Society funding opportunities

The Faraday Discovery Fellowships (mid-career research leaders) – Stage 1 are prestigious long-term awards that will support the most talented mid-career research leaders to undertake high-quality, original research. The programme is aimed at outstanding mid-career STEM researchers and will provide grants of up to £8m over a ten-year period to support the development of world-leading research groups in the UK. Closing 22 September 2026.

International Exchanges are for scientists based in the UK who want to stimulate new research collaborations with leading scientists overseas through either a one-off visit or bilateral travel. Closing 24 September 2026.

Short Industry Fellowships are part of the Royal Society’s Industry programme, enabling scientists employed in industry or academia and/or their postdoctoral researcher to have shorter, more dynamic engagements between academia and industry, working on a mutually beneficial and collaborative project. Closing 7 October 2026.

The Dorothy Hodgkin Fellowship scheme offers a recognised first step into an independent research career for outstanding early career scientists who require a flexible working pattern due to personal circumstances, such as caring responsibilities and/or health-related conditions. Closing 29 October 2026.

Opening soon 

The Career Development Fellowship scheme provides the most talented early career scientists from underrepresented groups in STEM with research funding and high-quality training opportunities to build a strong base for a successful research career. Join the applicant webinar on 6 October, details available on the webpage. Opening 22 September 2026.

Become a Sustainable Imperial Student Ambassador 

Get recognised for the extra-curricular sustainability-related activities you get involved in!

  • Boost your sustainability knowledge and network with peers
  • Develop practical skills that support your employability
  • Help make a positive change at Imperial and beyond
  • Celebrate at the end of year awards ceremony

Learn more and register via the Sustainable Imperial Student Ambassadors webpage.

Join the online information session on Monday 5 October, 17:00-18:00 to discover more about the scheme.