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Lingnan University is one of the eight publicly funded institutions in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) of the People’s Republic of China (PRC) and has the longest established tradition among the local institutions of higher education. It is widely recognised for providing quality education with a focus on whole-person development and conducting high-impact research for a better world. Moving forward, Lingnan University is well positioned to take lead as a comprehensive university in arts and sciences in the digital era, with impactful research and innovations. Lingnan University offers undergraduate, taught postgraduate, and research postgraduate programmes in the Faculties of Arts, Business, Social Sciences, and the Schools of Data Science, Graduate Studies and Interdisciplinary Studies. To foster interdisciplinary collaboration and scientific progress, Lingnan University established the Lingnan University Institute for Advanced Study (LUIAS), attracting distinguished scholars from around the world to collaborate with its faculty and students. With traditional strengths in arts, business, social sciences, and interdisciplinary studies, the University aims to equip students with practical knowledge and critical thinking skills to thrive in the future. Subsequent to the establishment of the School of Data Science and LUIAS, Lingnan University is transforming into a hub for global leaders to develop and promote human-centric technology and social policies. Further information about Lingnan University is available at https://www.ln.edu.hk/. Applications are now invited for the following posts: Senior Lecturer / Lecturer Centre for English and Additional Languages (Post Ref.: 25/286) The Centre for English and Additional Languages (CEAL) offers a range of core and elective courses in addition to co-curricular language activities in order to enhance English language proficiency and critical thinking of students, as well as to provide language support to help students succeed in their academic studies. The Centre is looking for Senior Lecturers/Lecturers to teach, develop, and coordinate courses in English for Academic Purposes (EAP) and English for Specific Purposes (ESP), with a particular emphasis on course coordination experience. The appointments of the Senior Lecturer will be commensurate with relevant experience. Requirements Applicants for the position should have: (i) At least 4 years' relevant experience in teaching at university level (at least 8 years for Senior Lecturer), including a minimum of 2 years' experience in teaching EAP/ESP courses, preferably to students of humanities, social sciences and/or business studies; (ii) A master's degree or above; a doctoral degree is preferred; (iii) A qualification in teaching English as a second/additional language (e.g., TEFL, CELTA, DELTA, or equivalent); (iv) Demonstrated expertise or substantial experience in IELTS test preparation and assessment, including knowledge of IELTS assessment criteria, test-taking strategies, and experience in teaching the four skills (Reading, Writing, Listening, and Speaking); (v) Proven experience in course coordination and curriculum development, including the ability to collaborate effectively with multiple instructors, ensure alignment of assessments and learning outcomes, and maintain quality assurance standards; (vi) An excellent command of English; and (vii) Preferred expertise and interests include: designing AI-enhanced language teaching and learning courses or tools; developing web-based interactive materials and implementing blended or flipped learning approaches and other innovative pedagogies; teaching academic speaking and oral presentation skills; delivering a foundational core course that strengthens students’ English proficiency and the academic skills needed for success in an English-medium university; delivering a course that develops written synthesis of academic sources, critical evaluation of arguments, seminar discussion and debating skills, as well as creative and reflective practices essential at the tertiary level; offering a disciplinary core course for Social Sciences majors to enhance professional communication theories and practices through a modular approach; and teaching elective courses that build students’ English proficiency while familiarising them with IELTS test formats, strategies, and performance skills. Appointment The conditions of appointments will be competitive. The rank and remuneration will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Fringe benefits include annual leave, medical and dental benefits, mandatory provident fund, gratuity, and incoming passage and baggage allowance for the eligible appointees. Appointments will normally be made on contract basis for two years. Application Procedure (online application only) Please click "Apply Now" to submit your application. Applicants shall provide names and contact information of at least three referees to whom applicant's consent has been given for their providing references. Personal data collected will be used for recruitment purposes only. We are an equal opportunities employer. Review of applications will commence as soon as possible and continue until the posts are filled. Qualified candidates are advised to submit their applications early for consideration. The University reserves the right not to make appointments for the posts advertised, or to fill the posts by invitation or by search. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

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

Provide support for clinical trials conducted in general practice that aim to improve health outcomes for people with musculoskeletal pain Part-time (0.6FTE) fixed-term opportunity until 20 December 2027 Base Salary $89,755 (pro rata) + 17% superannuation About the opportunity The Institute for Musculoskeletal Health is an academic research organisation that runs studies to improve global health outcomes. We do this by bringing together world-leading experts in trials (design, methods, and conduct), biostatistics, patient-reported outcomes, health economics, translational research, research synthesis, and health technology assessment. Collaborative partnerships help us to ensure trial results best inform clinical practice. The Institute for Musculoskeletal Health is part of the University of Sydney's Faculty of Medicine and Health (FMH). Our researchers work collaboratively with researchers within the FMH and across the University to advance the quality and effectiveness of research. The Clinical Trial Assistant works as part of the clinical trials research team in a support role to perform general administrative duties for the COMFORT and SAGE trials - trials designed to support general practitioners optimise the management of people with low back and neck pain. The Clinical Trial Assistant tasks include: site visits and site monitoring, patient-participant follow-up, preparing documents, maintaining records, data entry, updating and collating materials, responding to queries and exploring and sourcing solutions for the trial team and collaborative groups. This role will involve travel between associated sites, University precincts and other locations as required. Hybrid working arrangements will be discussed with your manager if you are successful in this position. Your key responsibilities will be to: coordinate site recruitment, initiation, training and monitoring support participant follow-up in accordance with study protocols and ethical guidelines document and report serious adverse events in compliance with regulatory requirements liaise with the Principal Investigator, Project Manager and external stakeholders to provide updates on trial progress prepare and distribute trial progress reports to the Investigator team manage relevant documentation for the start-up, monitoring and closing of sites work with the Principal Investigator, and other investigators, to meet recruitment milestones and ensure adequate follow up of sites and participants assist with the preparation of ethics submissions and other regulatory documentation provide other support tasks associated with clinical trials and other research projects. About you Please submit a cover letter with your application that addresses the following points: a Bachelor's degree in health and/or equivalent demonstrated experience in clinical trials an interest in pain medicines and musculoskeletal pain is essential experience in clinical research relevant to the SAGE and COMFORT trials is mandatory proficiency in computer applications, including the Microsoft Office suite and REDCap data management system an understanding and certification of GCP guidelines and protocol requirements for clinical trials experience preparing ethics applications, clinical documentation and reports an interest in people and communicating with patient participants excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to liaise with diverse stakeholders flexibility and ability to travel between associated sites, University precincts and other locations, in line with role requirements. Sponsorship / work rights for Australia Work Rights: you must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this employment to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment. Pre-employment checks Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment. As this position is located on an NSW Health site, it is a regulatory requirement to complete compulsory employment checks prior to starting in this position. For more information and instructions, please visit: NSW Health employment requirements. EEO statement At the University of Sydney, our shared values are trust, accountability and excellence and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. 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 LGBTIQ+. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds. We are proud to be recognised as an Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) Gold employer. Find out more about our work on diversity and inclusion. How to apply Applications (including a cover letter, CV, and any additional supporting documentation) can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page. For employees of the University or contingent workers, please login into your Workday account and navigate to the Career icon on your Dashboard. Click on USYD Find Jobs and apply. For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or any documents in alternate formats, please contact Roshik Prasad, Recruitment Operations by email to roshik.prasad@sydney.edu.au. © The University of Sydney The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment. Click to view the Position Description for this role. Applications Close Sunday 01 February 2026 11:59 PM