Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya

Ref.: 534147 Work type: Full-time Department: Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, School of Clinical Medicine (21000) Categories: Senior Research Staff & Post-doctoral Fellow Applications are invited for appointment as Post-doctoral Fellow in the Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, School of Clinical Medicine (Ref.: 534147), to commence as soon as possible for one to three year(s), with the possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance. Research Context & Project Background The Department of Orthopaedics of Traumatology, School of Clinical of Medicine is seeking a highly motivated and talented Post-doctoral Fellow to join our multidisciplinary research team focusing on the molecular mechanisms of musculoskeletal diseases, including intervertebral disc degeneration (IVDD) and rare bone diseases like Pseudoachondroplasia (PSACH). Given that skeletal disorders often involve complex "ER storage" pathologies and genetic mutations, our research aims to bridge the gap between clinical observation and molecular therapy. The successful candidate will leverage the unique clinical resources of the Greater Bay Area and the advanced research facilities at the University to develop innovative treatments. Duties and Responsibilities Design and conduct experiments involving molecular biology, genetics, and gene editing (e.g., CRISPR/Cas9) to model orthopedic pathologies. Manage and perform functional studies using animal models (e.g., transgenic mice) to evaluate disease progression and therapeutic efficacy. Utilize induced pluripotent stem cell (iPSC) technology to create disease-in-a-dish models for high-throughput screening. Perform sophisticated transcriptomic data analysis (e.g., RNA-seq, single-cell RNA-seq) to identify novel biomarkers and therapeutic targets. Prepare high-quality manuscripts for publication in international peer-reviewed journals. Assist in the supervision of postgraduate students and junior research staff. Requirements A Ph.D. degree in Molecular Biology, Genetics, Biotechnology, or a related field. Strong hands-on experience in gene editing and animal model handling. Proficiency in bioinformatics tools for transcriptomic data analysis is highly preferred. A solid publication record in reputable international journals. Excellent communication skills and the ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team. Experience in musculoskeletal research or bone biology will be considered an advantage. Remuneration and Benefits A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered, in addition to annual leave and medical benefits. Application procedure The University only accepts online applications for the above post. Applicants should apply online and upload an up-to-date C.V., a cover letter stating their research interests and experience, and the contact information of at least three referees. Review of applications will start from January 26, 2026 and continue until February 13, 2026, or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier.

About us We are looking for a flexible, organised and collaborative colleague to organise deliver research fellowship funding opportunities and learning and development programmes for health professional researchers.  The King’s Clinical Academic Training Office (KCATO) provides research opportunities, champions clinical academic careers and provides a central contact point for health professional researchers engaging in research across different stages of their career paths.  The Centre for Translational Medicine (CTM) is a multi-million pound investment that seeks to accelerate the translation of research discoveries into benefits for patients and communities. Enabling health professionals from all disciplines to engage in research through protected research time is a core component of the CTM. KCATO and CTM are part of King’s Health Partners, the collaboration between King’s College London and our three NHS Partner Trusts – King’s College Hospital, Guy’s and St Thomas’, South London and Maudsley.  About the role This is an exciting opportunity to join a highly collaborative team to support registered health professionals to become clinical academic leaders of the future. The role holder will be a core member of the King’s Clinical Academic Training Office (KCATO); this role in particular will have overall programme management of the fellowship schemes funded by the King’s Health Partners Centre for Translational Medicine (CTM). The KCATO Programme Coordinator (CTM) will have overall responsibility for the operational delivery of fellowship funding schemes, support for fellows and coordinating career development opportunities in translational research for the next generation of the clinical academic leaders. You will coordinate and deliver strategic capacity-building schemes available to registered health professionals, specifically the Clinical Research Excellence Fellowship programmes (pre- and postdoctoral), and the Research Partnership Catalyst scheme (consultant level). You will provide operational leadership/management for the fellowship schemes and appointed fellows, including advertising and engagement sessions, shortlisting and recruitment, onboarding of fellows, collecting performance metrics and supporting their ongoing academic development and future careers. You will help ensure opportunities are inclusive to all health professions, drawing on the input and expertise of multiprofessional networks across King’s Health Partners. As the first point of contact for CTM fellows, you’ll work closely with stakeholders across both the university and NHS Trusts to ensure smooth appointment and contract set up, as well as effective induction, training and support for fellows to ensure they maximise this dedicated research time for the benefit of their clinical academic career. You will also develop and coordinate learning and development schemes across the KCATO portfolio, including a new leadership training scheme and cultural competency workshops. This is a full time fixed term contract/or secondment until 31st March 2027. About you To be successful in this role, we are looking for candidates to have the following skills and experience:  Essential criteria   Experience of supporting training and capacity building, for researchers and/or health professionals in a research-focused environment.  Accuracy and attention to detail  Excellent oral and written communication skills  Excellent interpersonal skills, with confidence and diplomacy to interact with colleagues, staff, trainees and stakeholders at all levels. Confident working in a complex matrix environment, balancing the needs of multiple teams and individuals, remaining resilient and solution-focused when priorities conflict or are ambiguous  Excellent data skills and the ability to enhance and develop processes Ability to work independently and flexibly, managing projects within a complex and evolving environment Desirable criteria Experience in developing communication strategies and content and/or stakeholder engagement  Postgraduate qualification and/or research experience in a health-related subject  Experience of managing or administering research funding schemes  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 in person on Fri 13th February 2026. Grade and Salary: £45,031 - £52,514 per annum, including London Weighting Allowance Job ID: 135205 Close Date: 01-Feb-2026 Contact Person: Kate Murray / Emily Robinson Contact Details: Kate.1.murray@kcl.ac.uk / Emily.2.robinson@kcl.ac.uk

Applications are invited for:- School of Biomedical Sciences Senior Lecturer(s) (Ref:2600000K)(Closing date: February 8, 2026) The School of Biomedical Sciences (SBS) of the CUHK Faculty of Medicine is committed to nurturing health professionals and the next generation of biomedical scientists to excel in research, innovation, entrepreneurship, and health services. Further information about the School and its undergraduate programmes is available at: https://www3.sbs.cuhk.edu.hk/en/. We are seeking passionate and highly motivated individuals to join our innovative and energetic teaching team as Senior Lecturers in the Division of Education, School of Biomedical Sciences. Our Division has a strong track record in leading cutting edge teaching initiatives and pedagogical research. Applicants should have formal training or teaching experience in at least one of the following areas: biochemistry, pharmacology, physiology, histology, or anatomy (including gross anatomy or neuroanatomy). For anatomy focused candidates, experience in teaching human dissection is essential. Applicants should also hold a PhD in biomedical sciences or a related discipline and possess at least eight years of post-doctoral teaching experience in the higher education sector. The successful candidate should have a strong commitment to teaching excellence, an ability to contribute to curriculum development, and a proven record of effective engagement with students. S/he is expected to: demonstrate a proven track record of teaching excellence and education leadership; understand the landscape and challenges of higher education; have experience in programme management, curriculum and course design; show commitment to leading and participating in educational and professional development activities; strive for excellence in educating future health professionals; and be a strong team player with excellent communication skills. The appointee will work closely with the team on curriculum review, lead educational and pedagogical initiatives, and contribute to sharing good teaching practices and provide staff training. S/he will also be engaged in teaching undergraduate preclinical and biomedical sciences courses, student mentoring, course coordination, and other teaching-related administrative duties. Appointment will initially be made on contract basis for two years, renewable subject to satisfactory performance. Application Procedure The University only accepts and considers applications submitted online for the post above via the CUHK career site. For more information and to apply online, please visit http://career.cuhk.edu.hk.