University of Girona

About Us We seek to appoint a Postdoctoral Research Associate in Immunology to join the lab of Professor Patricia Barral. The post will be based at the Centre for Inflammation Biology and Cancer Immunology (CIBCI), School of Immunology & Microbial Sciences, on the King’s College London Guy’s Campus. The Barral lab has strong expertise in Immunology and aims to understand how immune cells adapt to their environment and how in turn their influence health and disease. The successful candidate will combine preclinical models and patient-derived samples to explore the metabolic regulation of macrophages in the context of breast cancer. We foster an inclusive and interdisciplinary culture, providing access to state-of-the-art facilities, training opportunities, and a great network of collaborators. We are committed to support career development and encourage innovative thinking to tackle major challenges in Immunology. About the role We are seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Research Associate in Immunology to join our research team. The successful candidate will work on an exciting project exploring how lipid metabolism shapes immune cell identity and function. This role offers the opportunity to apply cutting-edge techniques, to address fundamental questions in immunology. You will design and conduct experiments, analyse complex datasets, and contribute to high-impact publications in a collaborative and supportive environment. This project aims to combine preclinical models and patient-derived samples to explore the metabolic regulation of macrophages in the context of breast cancer. As part of the project, you will develop sophisticated ex vivo and in vivo approaches to identify lipid metabolic pathways controlling macrophage functions and how these in turn regulate breast cancer progression and response to treatment. This is a full-time post (35 hours per week), and you will be offered a fixed term contract until 31st March 2029. Research staff at King’s are entitled to at least 10 days per year (pro-rata) for professional development. This entitlement, from the Concordat to Support the Career Development of Researchers, applies to Postdocs, Research Assistants, Research and Teaching Technicians, Teaching Fellows and AEP equivalent up to and including grade 7. Visit the Centre for Research Staff Development for more information. About You To be successful in this role, we are looking for candidates to have the following skills and experience: Essential criteria PhD in Biological/Biomedical sciences * Evidence of excellent research productivity - primary author in scientific publications and conference presentations Laboratory-based experience in cellular and molecular Immunology techniques including cell culture, purification of primary cells, flow-cytometry, qPCR, ELISA, etc Experience in in-vivo animal models of disease and/or transgenic/KO related work Excellent communication and organizational skills- ability to communicate complex scientific concepts Ability to work independently and as part of a team Experience with data analysis and interpretation Strong problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot technical challenges  * Please note that this is a PhD level role but candidates who have submitted their thesis and are awaiting award of their PhDs will be considered. In these circumstances the appointment will be made at Grade 5, spine point 30 with the title of Research Assistant. Upon confirmation of the award of the PhD, the job title will become Research Associate and the salary will increase to Grade 6.  Desirable criteria Experience working with human/patient-derived tissues Knowledge of bioinformatics or computational analysis Evidence of successful collaboration in multidisciplinary projects 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 At King’s, we believe that the diversity of our community and a culture that is welcoming, open, inclusive and collaborative, are great strengths of the university. The Equality Act of 2010 protects the rights of our students and staff and provides a framework to fulfil our duties to eliminate unlawful discrimination, harassment and victimisation and in addition, to advance equality of opportunity and foster good relations between those who share a protected characteristic and those who do not. At times, this will include balancing rights and beliefs that can feel in tension. We are committed to free speech and to academic freedom, believing that our foundational purpose as a university, is to create spaces where a wide range of ideas, including ideas that are controversial, can be discussed and debated, and where members of our community can express lawful views without fear of intimidation, harassment or discrimination. When engaging in the robust exchange of ideas, we ask that our community is mindful of our Dignity at King’s guidance. 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 person specification section of the job description. 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 on Feb/March. This post is subject to Occupational Health clearances. Grade and Salary: £45,031 per annum, including London Weighting Allowance Job ID: 135405 Close Date: 02-Feb-2026 Contact Person: Patricia Barral Catoira Contact Details: Patricia.barral@kcl.ac.uk

About us: King's Business School (KBS) is a triple-accredited business school in the heart of London.  We rank amongst the top 10 business schools in the UK for research, based on the Research Excellence Framework 2021 and for business and management education. Over 3,000 students and 300 staff from more than 150 countries each year come together at King’s Business School, making us one of the largest business schools in the UK. At King’s Business School we equip the leaders of today and tomorrow to shape a more resilient and equitable business world for society.  About the role: We are seeking to recruit a Senior Quality Assurance Manager to lead our Quality Assurance team and oversee all quality assurance processes within the faculty. The role holder will work with professional services and academic colleagues to ensure compliance with King’s frameworks and external regulatory requirements. They will manage the annual quality cycle, curriculum reviews, and programme approval processes - driving continuous enhancement of the student experience and supporting delivery of the College Education Strategy. This is an exciting role with responsibility for leading the implementation of new systems and processes, including the transition to the College’s curriculum management system (CourseLoop), and acting as the primary liaison with central teams on quality assurance matters. They will provide expert advice to academic and professional services colleagues and represent the faculty at key committees and working groups. This is a highly collaborative role requiring strong leadership, excellent stakeholder management, and the ability to anticipate and resolve risks proactively. We are looking for a candidate with deep knowledge of higher education quality assurance, proven experience in managing high-performing teams, and the confidence to influence and implement change across a complex organisation. This is a full time post 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 Substantial experience in a higher education administration environment, with an emphasis on managing quality assurance of provision. Proactive and authentic approach to leadership, experience of line management and managing high-performing teams, including motivating staff. Experience of managing projects and change, including developing innovative solutions, and implementing new processes and systems. Excellent communication skills, including experience of translating complex regulations, processes and information in suitable formats for a variety of audiences. Experience of accurately maintaining, auditing, and reporting on curriculum information, including using data to produce reports for committees and inform decision-making. Excellent task management skills and proven ability to use initiative, prioritise workloads for self and others, and respond positively to competing demands and deadlines. Excellent interpersonal skills including influencing and negotiating with a range of stakeholders, with the ability to form strong professional networks. Awareness and understanding of higher education policies and current issues within the sector, and experience of working within regulatory and statutory frameworks. Desirable criteria Experience of managing collaborative provision Evidence of continuous professional development.  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. At King’s, we believe that the diversity of our community and a culture that is welcoming, open, inclusive and collaborative, are great strengths of the university. The Equality Act of 2010 protects the rights of our students and staff and provides a framework to fulfil our duties to eliminate unlawful discrimination, harassment and victimisation and in addition, to advance equality of opportunity and foster good relations between those who share a protected characteristic and those who do not. At times, this will include balancing rights and beliefs that can feel in tension. We are committed to free speech and to academic freedom, believing that our foundational purpose as a university, is to create spaces where a wide range of ideas, including ideas that are controversial, can be discussed and debated, and where members of our community can express lawful views without fear of intimidation, harassment or discrimination. When engaging in the robust exchange of ideas, we ask that our community is mindful of our Dignity at King’s guidance. 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 person specification section of the job description. 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: £53,947 - £63,350 (inclusive of London Weighting) Job ID: 135465 Close Date: 01-Feb-2026 Contact Person: Dan Richards Contact Details: daniel.richards@kcl.ac.uk

Position Details Fixed Term until September 2026 | Full-Time Higher Education Officer Level 7 | $100,233 - $110,954 pa | 17% Super Location: Bedford Park / Kaurna Country   View Position Description About the Role The Coordinator, Enrolment and Student Progress, supports enrolment and student progress at the College level as part of the university's Student Administration Services (SAS) team. This position involves overseeing and ensuring the delivery of comprehensive, high-quality services related to enrolment and student progress. The Coordinator acts as an escalation point for complex enquiries, offering specialised guidance to SAS advisors, and serves as a key contact for staff and students regarding student administration policies and procedures. This position will work closely with the College Manager of Student Administration Services to deliver support services, develop strategic goals, review business processes, and enhance systems to improve the student experience across a range of student administration activities. The Coordinator in Enrolment and Student Progress will also: Be a subject matter expert for enrolment, course planning and student progress matters, and provide  impartial advice and support to College Executive staff, academics, external stakeholders and relevant committees on related matters. Coordinate and deliver high-quality, timely enrolment and student progress services at the College level, managing complex student inquiries and cases in line with University policies, procedures, and relevant legislation. Contribute to the coordination and support of university wide enrolment preparation and monitoring activities, and other relevant engagement activities or projects aimed at enhancing the student experience and retention rates at a College level. About You As the Coordinator in Enrolment and Student Progress, you will be required to learn and adapt within a fast-paced and constantly changing environment. You will have excellent time-management, organisational and problem-solving skills, allowing you to prioritise tasks to meet tight deadlines as required. You will develop and maintain positive relationships within the Student Administration Team as well as with external stakeholders. Furthermore, you will demonstrate the ability to make independent decisions and take initiative, ensuring successful outcomes for the University. To be successful in this role, you will also demonstrate: Experience in managing the provision of support services in a large, diverse, and dynamic work environment, and to provide advice and recommendation on strategic matters to senior management. High level organisational, planning and analytical skills, including excellent attention to detail and ability to prepare meaningful and detailed reports and submissions. The ability to provide leadership and contribute to a workplace culture that motivates, guides and supports staff to deliver customer service excellence and business improvement. About the Student Administration Services Student Administration Services operates under a university wide matrix services model. SAS teams are integrated within each of the five colleges, along with the front-end student service hub (Flinders Connect) and university-wide administration services to provide support across the student lifecycle, from admissions through to graduations. The suite of services that the SAS unit delivers are crucial to the student experience. These services act as the scaffold around the learning experience. In a world of increasing choices and options for students, service excellence is non-negotiable. In SAS, we understand that improving the student experience requires a holistic, one team approach. Life at Flinders We're transforming and investing in people and facilities to create contemporary, stimulating, and satisfying learning and work environments that reflect our core values of excellence, innovation, courage, and integrity. Flinders is refocusing its strategic priorities with the aim of elevating its performance to be a top ten Australian university, and amongst the top 1% in the world. Reaching beyond the limits of buildings, borders, and backgrounds, ours is an inclusive culture that believes absolutely in equality and opportunity for all. We don't just accommodate differences; we embrace and celebrate them. So, why work at Flinders? 17% Superannuation + salary packaging options Flexible working arrangements Wide range of professional development activities and services We embrace diversity and promote equity and inclusion for all students and staff Vibrant campus life and amenities including on campus health care services, gym and childcare centre (Bedford Park, South Australia). Please see here for our Reconciliation Action Plan. Please see here for our Indigenous Workforce Strategy. Prescribed Conditions for Employment A current Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check which is satisfactory to the University will be required by Flinders University before the successful applicant can commence in this position. A criminal record will not automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration. Each case will be assessed on its individual merits and relevance to the inherent requirements of the role. How to Apply and Information  As well as a CV, you are required to submit a Suitability Statement of no more than 3 pages, addressing the Key Position Capabilities of the position description. For more information regarding this position, we strongly encourage you to contact Courtney Roe. Applications to be submitted before 10:00 pm (ACDT) on Monday, 26 January 2026. Please note, late applications and applications sent via agencies will not be accepted. At Flinders we embrace and celebrate diversity and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people of all ages, ethnicities, abilities, sexual orientations, and gender identities. Certification Applications to be submitted before 10.00pm: 26 Jan 2026 At Flinders we embrace and celebrate diversity and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people of all ages, ethnicities, abilities, sexual orientations, and gender identities. Flinders. Fearless.