Universities Scotland
Our Contribution
Universities make an invaluable contribution Scotland’s society, economy, culture and international reputation. Each image represents a different way in which universities contribute to Scotland. This is only a snapshot of activity. For more information please go to Briefing.
People
Scotland produces 56,645 graduates each year and student numbers have increased by a third in the last decade.
Economy
The total income of Scotland’s institutions is £2.1 billion, 49 per cent of which is private income. The sector directly employs 34,149 people, three times as many people as Scotland’s whisky industry.
Innovation
Scotland produces more academic papers and citations per 10,000 of the population than any other country in the world.
Society
Higher education has a strong correlation with measures of a ‘good society’ with graduates demonstrating greater social and civic duty.
Culture
Around 1 million people enjoy a diverse range of cultural opportunities organised by universities every year. The galleries and art spaces of Scotland’s universities were visited by just over 50 per cent as many people as the six National Galleries based in Edinburgh.
Sustainability
Over 70 per cent of Scotland’s higher education institutions are actively involved in a variety of sustainability projects ranging from the creation of new technologies to conserving Scotland for future generations.
International
There are currently over 27,480 international students in Scotland, which represents about 12 per cent of full-time students at Scottish universities.
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Universities Scotland is recruiting to two posts
Post 1: Policy Assistant
Salary range £19,104 to £23,240 (Operational 2) Fixed term contract (with possibility of renewal)
We seek to fill a full-time post to support the policy work of the office, initially on a fixed-term contract for up to 12 months (with a possibility of renewal/subsequent permanent appointment). The post holder will provide research and policy support in the areas of learning and teaching, teaching quality, widening participation, equality and diversity and international issues; as well as drafting briefings, correspondence, papers and reports.
Applicants should have at least three Highers (one of which should be English) or equivalent (SCQF level 6) and be numerate. The post, which would also suit graduates, offers the opportunity to develop experience in a policy-making organisation.
A job description, post information and application form for the post are available for downloading. For further information on this post please contact Dr Kirsty Skidmore (kirsty@universities-scotland.ac.uk)
Post 2: Office Administrator
Salary range £19.104 to £23,240) (Operational 2)
We need an organised and enthusiastic administrator to support our work. This full time post, which is available initially on a fixed-term contract for up to 12 months (with the posiibility of renewal/subsequent permanent appointment) will be at the heart of the administrative work of the office. Responsibilities include organising events and meetings (with some Minute-taking); travel management; financial administration; office supplies management (inculding liaising with the IT service provider); reception duties; drafting correspondence and efficient provision of other administrative services as required. The post holder will work alongside an experienced Office Manager who also provides PA support to senior management.
Applicants should have at least three Highers (one of which should be English) or equivalent. Some experience of having worked within a higher or further education environment would be an advantage.
A job description, post information and application form for the post are available for downloading. For further information on this post please contact Jill (jill@universities-scotland.ac.uk)
Completed applications for these posts (one hard copy - we do not accept e-mailed or faxed applications) should be returned to Jill Powlett Brown, Office Manager, Universities Scotland, 53 Hanover Street, Edinburgh EH2 2PJ by 1000 on Tuesday 10 August 2010. Interviews for both posts are likely to be held in the week beginning Monday 16 August 2010