University of Plymouth

About us: The post will be based in the KCL Social, Genetic, and Developmental Psychiatry Centre, within the Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology and Neuroscience (IoPPN). The Social, Genetic & Developmental Psychiatry (SGDP) Centre is uncovering the genetic and environmental influences on mental health and psychiatric disorders. Our research encompasses behavioural genetics, molecular genetics, experimental psychology and psychiatry, and neuroimaging. Scientists at the SGDP lead some of the UK’s foremost longitudinal cohort and twin studies including TEDS, eRISK, Dunedin, IMAGEN and GLAD. The NIHR BioResource Centre Maudsley leads the NIHR BioResource for Mental Health. We focus on recruiting participants experiencing mental health conditions, as well as healthy people. Alongside GLAD MHG and The GLAD study, Prof. Breen’s team boasts an accomplished portfolio of clinical and genetic studies which aim to improve treatment and outcomes for those affected by anxiety, depression, eating disorders and other mental health conditions. About the role: We are seeking a highly experienced, motivated and well organised operational leader and genomics workflow expert who will be responsible for maintaining and improving all aspects of our genomic and biobanking services, in addition to overseeing a large team of Research Assistants and Lab Technicians. The post holder will provide operational lab leadership across both King’s Genomics and the GLAD Mental Health Goals programme. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge genomics and biomarker research through large scale sample collection (Biobanking), GWAS, long read sequencing and assay development, while playing a central role in the operation and development of both facilities. The postholder will be responsible for all service offerings including sample processing, biobanking, high-throughput genotyping, ISO17025 lab accreditation, biomarker assays, and sequencing. The successful candidate will oversee day to day management and support the future development of the facilities, in a financially sustainable manner. The post holder will support multiple projects simultaneously, manage grade 5-7 staff, and deliver high-quality technical assistance and training to internal/external academic researchers and industrial/commercial clients, offering expert advice to meet their research objectives and service needs. This is a senior role in lab research and service provision management, requiring a high level of technical expertise and strategic leadership. The post holder will be responsible for managing the GLAD MHG Labs, King’s Genomics Core Facility. The successful candidate will have in-depth knowledge and hands-on experience in genomics, including sample preparation, instrument operation for sample handling and automated data acquisition. In addition to technical expertise, working with the facility academic lead, they will play a key role in driving the strategic development of the facility, optimising workflows, and implementing best practices to enhance efficiency and increase research output. The facility manager will provide guidance to the BioResource and King’s Genomics lab team, whilst supporting researchers with experimental design, troubleshooting, and training. Strong organisational and leadership skills are essential to ensure the facility operates effectively and continues to evolve in line with advancements in genomics and align with the strategic goals of the faculty and King’s. This is a full-time post (35 hours per week), and you will be offered a fixed term contract until 31st March 2028. About you: To be successful in this role, we are looking for candidates to have the following skills and experience: Essential criteria PhD or Msc in molecular biology, genetics, biotechnology, biochemistry, or a related field or equivalent experience.  Extensive of complex laboratory process including blood and DNA/RNA processing techniques Managing quality control and troubleshooting to maintain data integrity.  Highly experienced in high-throughput project logistics and familiarity with Hamilton and TeCAN automation pipelines. Experienced in team and line management. Evidence of writing and contributing to reports and documentation for regulatory approvals and pipeline performance. Desirable criteria Ability to deal and interact positively with a wide range of people to develop working relationships with team members and academic, clinical and administrative staff. Strategic management of laboratory facilities. Experience with Oxford Nanopore sequencing technologies 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 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: £65,091 per annum, including London Weighting Allowance Job ID: 133545 Close Date: 18-Dec-2025 Contact Person: Gerome Breen / Anna Carnegie Contact Details: gerome.breen@kcl.ac.uk / anna.carnegie@kcl.ac.uk

About us: The King’s community is dedicated to the service of society. King’s Strategic Vision 2029 sets out our vision for the future, shaped around five priority areas: educate to inspire and improve; research to inform and innovate; serve to shape and transform; a civic university at the heart of London; and an international community that services the world. Our ambitious Education Strategy sets out the actions that we must take to transform how we teach, how and where our students learn and how we support them during their time with us. Within the Social Mobility & Widening Participation Department we believe all young people should be able to have high expectations for their future. This means equal access to education and career opportunities. We run programmes that aim to empower young people from underrepresented backgrounds to access and succeed at university. We are part of the Students & Education Directorate, a collection of wide-ranging professional services in place to support King’s students and their education. As a directorate we manage the student lifecycle from application to graduation and beyond, to ensure a coherent and seamless student experience and effective administrative processes, working closely with King’s faculties to do so. About the role: ​The Senior Research and Evaluation Adviser will work to position King’s College London as a sector leader on conducting institutional evaluation and research to understand how we can support students from underrepresented groups to access university and succeed at university. Our team generates causal evidence either through Randomised Controlled Trials or Quasi-experimental designs, as well as correlational and qualitative evidence. This is an exciting opportunity for candidates looking to work in research and evaluation in an applied context, and who wish to use their skills and expertise in quantitative and qualitative methods. This is an opportunity to grow your skills in generating and applying evidence to practice We encourage applications from candidates who have experience from both within and outside of the Higher Education sector where they can demonstrate the skills needed to succeed in this role. This is a full-time post (35 hours per week), and you will be offered an indefinite contract. Key responsibilities: ​​Lead on a range of research & evaluation activities, including synthesis of secondary research; conducting qualitative, quantitative and/or survey designs; developing and delivering randomised controlled trials (and other experimental trials as appropriate) ​Convey research findings, including complex quantitative information, in a clear and actionable way  Develop and maintain expertise in research and evaluation methodologies Work with academics and practitioners to test and trial new approaches to widening participation and student success  ​The above list of responsibilities may not be exhaustive, and the post holder will be required to undertake such tasks and responsibilities as may reasonably be expected within the scope and grading of the post. ​ About you: To be successful in this role, we are looking for candidates to have the following skills and experience: Essential criteria ​Qualifications & Training Relevant work experience and/or education: We think a wide range of different work and educational experiences could support you to be successful in this role. Relevant work experience might include work in any research or evaluation job. Relevant educational experiences might include higher education in a related discipline, professional qualifications or other training ​Skills & Experience Ability to select appropriate research designs and use qualitative and quantitative methods, including surveying, interviewing and running focus groups Ability to establish causal inference using experimental methods (e.g quasi-experimental methods, randomised controlled trials) Confident in conducting data analysis and statistical testing using relevant software (such as Power BI, R, Stata or SPSS) and presenting findings in various formats Ability to manage multiple research projects and deliver work to deadline Confident and clear written and verbal communication, including report-writing and presentation skills Ability to work with others to deliver project aims and overcome challenges Ability to coach or train others on how to undertake specific tasks and give clear direction on desired outcomes Ability to decide own pattern of work and manage workload and resources over a long period Desirable criteria ​Qualifications & Training Postgraduate degree or qualification in research methods, statistics, analytics or a related field and/or relevant experience. ​Skills & Experience ​Interest in using behavioural insights in a research or policy context to positively influence behaviour ​Knowledge Interest in the widening participation agenda and the role of higher education in social mobility 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 next page after you click “Apply Now”. This document will provide information about the criteria that will be assessed at each stage of the recruitment process. Further information: 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. Interviews are due to be held on 19th and 20th February 2026. Grade and Salary: £39,076 - £43,909 per annum, including London Weighting Allowance Job ID: 132925 Close Date: 30-Jan-2026 Contact Person: Dr Su Morris Contact Details: su.morris@kcl.ac.uk

Adjunct Faculty -Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing Emphasis- Spring 2026ID: 2019Department: Scott & White School of NursingType: Part-time FacultyPost Date: 10/07/2025Position Available Date: N/ADescriptionThis is a part-time, Adjunct Faculty position.The University of Mary Hardin-Baylor seeks qualified Christian adjunct faculty in our Mayborn College of Health Sciences for Spring 2026.With a teaching emphasis in psychiatric and mental health nursing, this position is focused on clinical and simulation teaching experiences; however, some classroom teaching may be available. Please indicate your availability to cover daytime, evening, or in-person courses in your cover letter.REQUIREMENTS:Must be an active, committed Christian who will support the University's mission and who will be an active participant in their local church.A master's degree in nursing with at least 2 years of clinical experience in the psychiatric and mental health sub-specialty.Teaching experience is preferred.Must reside in Texas.Must agree to the University's Employee Statement of Understanding.Salary and Benefits: Competitive salary. Benefits include free access to the university's Center for Effectiveness in Learning and Teaching (CELT) professional development support, adjunct resources room at CELT, campus library, campus exercise facility and many campus events; employee discount for meals and campus store purchases; free parking; and technology assistance.To Apply:Please click the "Apply Now" link and complete an application for employment. Please submit the following documents along with your application:Resume or CV,A cover letter of interest. Please clearly indicate in your cover letter specific days/times you may be available for teaching.A one-page description of your own Christian beliefs and commitments.Copies of transcripts Future teaching assignments are on a semester-by-semester basis, which may include fall, spring and summer.For information regarding employment at the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor, please visit our Careers Site.To apply, visit https://umhb.applicantstack.com/x/detail/a2zc18o0xio4Copyright ©2025 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved.Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency jeid-68c4b6197e8d0b49a38f1c91aafa763e