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Development of Novel Optical Fibres for Fibre Lasers Silica Fibre Fabrication Group, Optoelectronics Research Centre A Research Fellow position is available for a highly motivated and talented researcher with a strong interest in optical fibre technology to work on the UK’s Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC) funded Programme Grant, HiPPo (Smart Fibre optic High-power Photonics), and will involve collaboration with a wide range of researchers at the Optoelectronics Research Centre (ORC) and external academic and industrial partners. A key goal of the project is to develop novel optical fibres and fibre materials suitable for the power scaling of fibre lasers. This project will make strong use of the fibre fabrication facilities at the ORC and your skills should reflect this, for example through strong practical laboratory experience. Applicants should have a PhD (or equivalent professional qualifications and experience) in Physics/Chemistry/Materials Science/Engineering and excellent experimental skills. Knowledge and hands-on experience in active-doped silica-based fibre fabrication, spectroscopic characterisation of doped fibres, and the construction and testing of fibre lasers and amplifiers would be beneficial for this position. You must have proven skills in the critical evaluation and interpretation of data and of working as part of a collaborative research team. The appointment will commence as soon as possible. The initial appointment will be until 28th February 2028 with the potential for further extension beyond this. For informal inquiries about this post, please contact Prof. Jayanta Sahu (jks@orc.soton.ac.uk) As a university, we aim to create an environment where everyone can thrive and are proactive in fostering a culture of inclusion, diversity, respect and equality of opportunity. We believe that we can only truly meet our objectives if we are reflective of society, so we are passionate about creating a working environment in which you are free to bring your whole self to work. With a generous holiday allowance as well as additional university closure days, we are committed to supporting our staff and students and are open to a flexible working approach.

About us  The appointee will provide academic leadership for the early-phase and experimental medicine trial portfolio in the King’s Clinical Trials Unit (KCTU), the UKCRC registered CTU within King’s College London and Partner Trusts in King’s Health Partners. KCTU supports trials in all disease areas with specialist strength in mental health, neuroscience, rheumatology, transplantation and ophthalmology. The KCTU Academic Director is Professor Richard Emsley. The appointee will support the Academic Director to promote and develop KCTU’s work in this area both within King’s and externally. On appointment you will be affiliated with the Department of Biostatistics and Health Informatics in the School of Mental Health and Psychological Sciences at the Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology and Neuroscience. About the role  The King’s Clinical Trials Unit (KCTU) is seeking to appoint a leading academic to the role of Professor of Early Phase Clinical Trial Statistics. This senior position provides an outstanding opportunity to lead and grow methodological and applied research in early phase clinical trials, particularly those involving novel therapies, biomarkers, and adaptive designs. You will join a world-class academic environment within King’s Clinical Trials Unit working with academics in the Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology & Neuroscience and the Faculty of Life Sciences and Medicine. You will work collaboratively with clinical and translational researchers, trialists, statisticians, and industry partners to deliver high-quality, innovative early phase trials in priority health areas. You will support a portfolio of externally funded research, contribute to postgraduate teaching and supervision, and support the development of capacity in early phase methodology and implementation within the KCTU and more widely across King’s Health Partners. Provide academic leadership in early phase clinical trial statistics, including dose-finding, experimental medicine and proof-of-concept studies. Develop and an internationally recognised programme of methodological and applied research. Collaborate with clinicians and scientists to design, analyse, and report early phase trials across a range of clinical specialties. Contribute to the strategic direction and development of the King’s Clinical Trials Unit. Secure external funding from NIHR, MRC, UKRI, industry, and charitable sources. Supervise and mentor early career researchers and PhD students. Contribute to postgraduate education in clinical trials methodology. Promote best practices in statistical methods and regulatory-compliant trial design. The post is responsible to the King’s CTU Academic Director, Professor Richard Emsley. This is a part time post (0.2FTE, 7 hours per week), and you will be offered an a fixed term contract for 3 years from date of appointment. About you To be successful in this role, we are looking for candidates to have the following skills and experience: Essential criteria PhD or equivalent in medical statistics, biostatistics, or a related quantitative discipline. Proven track record of leading the statistical design and analysis of early phase clinical trials. Extensive publication record in peer-reviewed journals relevant to early phase methodology and applications. Demonstrable success in attracting significant external research funding. Experience supervising doctoral or postdoctoral researchers. Expertise in Bayesian and/or adaptive trial designs and dose-finding methodologies. Strong leadership and team collaboration skills, with experience of working in interdisciplinary research settings. Understanding of the regulatory and operational aspects of early phase trials, including MHRA/EMA/ICH guidelines. Desirable criteria Experience working within or in collaboration with a UKCRC-registered Clinical Trials Unit. Engagement with national or international methodological networks (e.g., Trials Methodology Research Partnership, NIHR Statistics Group, PSI). Experience of methodological innovation in trials involving advanced therapies (e.g., ATMPs, immunotherapies, pharmacogenomics). 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: £82,208 - £101,781 per annum including London Weighting Allowance     Job ID: 135865 Close Date: 25-Jan-2026 Contact Person: Professor Richard Emsley     Contact Details: richard.emsley@kcl.ac.uk

Job no: HRC0020251 Category: Academic, Level B Join a world-first AI and genomics research project Contribute to early diagnosis and better health outcomes Enjoy generous leave and 17% superannuation benefits Salary: $117,226 – $139,207 plus 17% superannuation plus annual leave loading Position: Full-time, 2 year fixed term  Location: Newcastle, NSW/work from home About the Role We are seeking a highly motivated Post Doctorate Research Associate to contribute to a national research initiative focused on improving the diagnosis of syndromic intellectual disability through the integration of advanced technologies, artificial intelligence (AI), and genomic data. The FaceMatch project (facematch.org.au) is a Genomic Mission MRFF funded study. This role offers the opportunity to work at the intersection of genomics, data science, and clinical research, with the potential to directly improve diagnostic outcomes and early intervention for children and families. Core responsibilities Coordinate the design, implementation, and evaluation of AI-enabled facial image analysis within a large-scale longitudinal child health study, supporting the development of a screening model to triage children with features suggestive of a genetic syndrome for early developmental assessment and genetic testing. Manage the development of a national phenotyping and genomic data resource, integrating facial features with genomic and diagnostic information from individuals with intellectual disability, both diagnosed and undiagnosed. Lead the design, implementation, and evaluation of AI-enhanced facial image analysis to support variant interpretation and novel gene discovery in children with syndromic intellectual disability who remain undiagnosed following exome sequencing. Foster national collaboration through secure and ethical data-sharing practices with clinicians, researchers, and health consumer communities. Contribute to knowledge translation and dissemination through publications, presentations, and engagement with consumer groups. To be successful in this role, you will have: Expertise: Completed a doctoral qualification in computer vision, machine learning, digital health or a related area with strong programming skills. High-Quality Research: Demonstrated record of publication or non-traditional research output in high-quality outlets, including evidence of international and national research collaborations and/or partnerships in the areas of computer vision, machine learning, and health data analytics. National Recognition: Demonstrated recent ability to achieve national recognition in their discipline and to take a chief investigator role (often in conjunction with more experienced researchers) in applications for external research funds. Supervision: Skills in active supervision of honours, master's and/or Higher Degree by Research postgraduate research projects. Engagement: Demonstrated ability to perform effectively in allocated internal roles, contribute to academic service responsibilities, and support the work and outcomes of internal committees. Proven capacity to build external collaborations and to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team. For the full list of essential and desirable selection criteria, please review the Position Description. If you’re ready to join a university that’s committed to equity and excellence, and to contribute to a community that values your expertise and vision, we encourage you to apply. About FaceMatch Intellectual disability is one of the greatest unmet challenges in healthcare, affecting 1 in 200 children. While most moderate to severe cases are caused by single-gene variants, more than half of affected individuals remain undiagnosed despite advances in genetic testing. A timely molecular diagnosis is critical—not only to guide management, reduce unnecessary investigations, and enable access to clinical trials, but also to give families clarity, reduce isolation, and support reproductive decision-making. Facial features often hold important clues to the underlying genetic cause of intellectual disability. The FaceMatch platform is a world-first, award-winning initiative, co-designed with clinicians, researchers, and families, to improve diagnostic accuracy and discover new genes. Unlike other tools, FaceMatch allows parents to contribute images across the age spectrum, making it uniquely suited to clinical practice and large-scale research. Using AI-enhanced facial analysis, this project aims to: Develop an early screening model to identify children at risk of developmental delay and enable timely intervention. Enhance interpretation of uncertain genetic variants and accelerate novel gene discovery. Build a national resource that fosters collaboration between clinicians, researchers, and families. This project will directly advance precision medicine for children with syndromic intellectual disability, with profound benefits for families and the healthcare system. Our university The University of Newcastle stands as a global leader with a reputation for excellence in education and research. Ranking in the top 1% of global universities and among the top 40 for impact, our vision is to be a world-leading University for our regions and create a better future for our regions and the globe. Underpinned by this vision and our values of excellence, equity, engagement and sustainability, outlines the University’s commitment to delivering an exceptional student experience and serving our communities. Strategic Plan 2020-2025 outlines the University’s commitment to delivering an exceptional student experience and serving our communities. We are proud to be one of the first two Universities in Australia to achieve SAGE Athena Swan Silver Accreditation for gender equity, diversity, and inclusion (GEDI).  What we offer The university offers a comprehensive and inclusive benefits package designed to support employee wellbeing, career development, and work-life balance for all staff, including: 17% superannuation, access to salary packaging options and annual leave loading Generous leave entitlements Wellbeing and support programs that promote mental, physical, and emotional health Career development opportunities How to Apply If viewing this on a job board other than the University's please click ‘Apply’ to be redirected to our website, where you can review the full Position Description and submit your application.   Your application must include: Your ORCID ID. A URL link to your University Academic Profile (or equivalent). A Cover Letter and Statement (uploaded as a single PDF): Cover Letter (max. 1 page) outlining your interest in the role and providing details of 3 referees. Statement (max. 4 pages) addressing the Essential and Desirable Criteria, as listed in the position description.  Your CV (max. 5 pages) tailored to your discipline Please visit here for a guide on how to apply for a role. It’s important you read this information to ensure you are providing all the requirements of your application.  Additional Information You must have unrestricted work rights in Australia. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position This role involves child-related work and requires a current Working with Children Check (NSW) For specific position enquiries, please contact Henry Gomez, Senior Project Officer, School of Medicine and Public Health at henry.gomez@newcastle.edu.au or on +61 240420832.  Reasonable Adjustments  If you require any adjustments to the recruitment process to support your application, please let us know. This information will help us understand how best to support you and ensure an equitable and inclusive recruitment process.  Please be assured that anything you share will be treated respectfully and appropriately. Our goal is to provide the best environment for every candidate to demonstrate their suitable skills and experience. Our assessment process Typically candidates that progress beyond the shortlist stage can expect to undertake the following (minimum) assessment activities as part of the recruitment process: Interview (an ‘in person’ interview will be conducted as part of the process) Referee checks Pre-employment checks as appropriate to the role Our University is committed to creating a safe, respectful, and inclusive environment for every member of our community. This commitment is central to our values and our efforts to build a diverse workforce where everyone can thrive. As part of this, and in alignment with the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-Based Violence 2025, from 1 January 2026, the University will also consider gender-based violence risk factors as part of our recruitment processes. The completion and return of the University’s Gender-based Violence Declaration Form will form part of the pre-employment checks for this position and any offer of employment will be conditional upon review by the University. Our adherence to the Code is about more than compliance—it’s about living our values. Together, we can ensure our University remains a place where respect, safety, and inclusion are non-negotiable. Please reach out to employment@newcastle.edu.au if you are experiencing any difficulties or would like to discuss reasonable adjustments. Application close date: Sunday 15 February 2026 at 11.59pm AEST The University of Newcastle is an equal opportunity employer committed to equity, diversity and social inclusion. Women and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are particularly encouraged to apply.   The University of Newcastle acknowledges the traditional custodians of the lands within our footprint areas: Awabakal, Darkinjung, Birpai, Worimi, Wonnarua, and Eora Nations. We also pay respect to the wisdom of our Elders past and present.