Bath Spa University

Ref.: 534630 Work type: Full-time Department: Department of Pharmacology and Pharmacy (21300) Categories: Professoriate Staff Research Assistant Professor in the Department of Pharmacology and Pharmacy (Ref.: 534630) We now invite applications for the captioned post. Duties and Responsibilities Design and conduct research on the epidemiology and pharmacoepidemiology of age-related diseases, including osteoporosis, sarcopenia, frailty, and other endocrine and metabolism related diseases. Lead research projects investigating the genomics, proteomics, and metabolomics of osteoporosis and related diseases. Publish original research articles in high-impact journals. Secure external competitive grants. Engage in collaborative projects both internally and externally. Supervise and co-supervise undergraduate and postgraduate students. Perform other duties as assigned. Requirements A Ph.D. degree, preferably in epidemiology, pharmacology, bioinformatics, data science, or related fields. At least 2–3 years of postdoctoral research experience is preferred. Strong background in big data analytics, machine learning, and multi-omics. Strong track record of high-quality research, demonstrated by publications and successful grant applications. Excellent project management and organizational skills. A high sense of responsibility and research integrity, with the ability to work independently, collaboratively, and under pressure. What We Offer The appointment will commence as soon as possible on a 1-year temporary basis. A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered, with the possibility of renewal up to 3 years subject to satisfactory performance and funding availability. Other benefits include annual leave, medical benefits and free access to on-campus gyms and libraries. How to Apply The University only accepts online application for the above post. Applicants should apply online at the University’s Careers site (https://jobs.hku.hk) and upload an up-to-date C.V. Review of applications will start from March 19, 2026 and continue until May 31, 2026, or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier. The University is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to equality, ethics, inclusivity, diversity and transparency

With over 85 years of rich heritage, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) has evolved alongside society and made pivotal contributions to the development of Hong Kong, the Nation and the world. The University pursues world-class excellence in education, research and knowledge transfer to nurture socially responsible professionals and leaders, as well as to drive impactful research and innovation. PolyU will strive to continually excel as an innovative world-class university that makes a positive impact on society, living up to the University’s motto: “To learn and to apply, for the benefit of mankind”.   Ranked among the top 100 universities globally by well-known ranking organisations such as Quacquarelli Symonds (QS), Times Higher Education (THE) and U.S. News & World Report, PolyU offers a wide range of world-class educational and research programmes in seven faculties and three independent schools. PolyU has furthermore achieved commendable results in the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2025 – it is ranked in the global top 30 for seven subjects, is first in Hong Kong for three subjects, and is in the global top 100 for 26 subjects.  For further details about the University, please visit PolyU’s website at https://www.polyu.edu.hk/. DEPARTMENT OF INDUSTRIAL AND SYSTEMS ENGINEERING Research Assistant Professor in Smart Manufacturing (Ref. 260304008) The Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering offers a wide scope of multi-disciplinary undergraduate and postgraduate programmes and actively engages in various applied research and consultancy work with the community. Please visit the website at http://www.polyu.edu.hk/ise for more information about the unit. Duties The appointee will be required to: (a) conduct research that leads to publication in top-tier refereed journals; (b) pursue actively external research grants, such as General Research Fund, as Principal Investigator; (c) provide quality teaching at undergraduate or postgraduate level; (d) contribute to departmental service; and (e) perform any other duties as assigned by the Head of Unit or his/her delegates. Qualifications Applicants should: (a) have a PhD degree in a related discipline; (b) preferably have at least two years of postdoctoral research experience; (c) have demonstrated promise of a high level of creative ability in research and teaching in some subdivisions of his/her field; (d) be able to demonstrate effective classroom teaching skills; and (e) be a good team player and have excellent communication skills and the ability to use English as the medium of instruction. Conditions of Service A highly competitive package including a medical benefits plan and a gratuity payable upon completion of the term which is normally for two to three years initially, with possibility of extension. Application Please submit an application through PolyU’s career website https://jobs.polyu.edu.hk/rap. Consideration of applications will commence on 18 March 2026 until the position is filled. The University’s Personal Information Collection Statement for recruitment can be found at https://www.polyu.edu.hk/hro/careers/pics_for_recruitment/. PolyU is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to fostering an environment that embraces diversity and demonstrates inclusion of people from all backgrounds, cultures, identities and experiences where all members of the University are treated with fairness, dignity and respect.  To learn more about the University’s “Statement on Equal Opportunities, Diversity, and Inclusion”, please visit our website at https://www.polyu.edu.hk/hro/equal_opportunities_diversity_and_inclusion/.

The University of Southampton is committed to excellence in all we do, applying our insights and inventiveness to solve the most complex societal and environmental challenges. As a world-leading, research-intensive university, with a strong and high-quality educational offering, we are renowned for our innovation and enterprise and are within the top 1% of universities worldwide. Novel dispersive photonic devices are opening incredible possibilities for efficient lasers and light manipulation. We’re looking for two passionate PhD students to join a Marie Skłodowska-Curie Action doctoral training network–Training & Research in Advanced Dispersion Engineered grating-waveguide Structures (TRADES)–and push the boundaries of what’s possible with nanofabrication technology.  Nanofabrication covers ground-breaking techniques to structure materials at dimensions smaller than the wavelength of visible light, enabling new light-matter interactions via a metasurface structure coupled to a waveguide, often called Grating Waveguide Structures (GWS). By advancing our understanding and development of scalable nanofabrication processes on a crystalline platform, you’ll be at the forefront of creating the next generation of advanced optical components enabling novel laser systems for future photonics applications. What You’ll Do: Innovate: develop scalable nanofabrication processes to fabricate novel dispersive grating waveguide structures Collaborate: work with a dynamic team and engage in interdisciplinary research Experiment: gain hands-on experience with cutting-edge cleanroom and physical-vapour-deposition fabrication techniques, lasers, and honing your practical skills Explore: help develop a deeper understanding of high-fidelity GWS fabrication across dimensional scales differing by 1-million times. We’re seeking two enthusiastic and capable doctoral candidates who are eager to dive into cleanroom/laboratory work and learn new practical skills for a foundation underpinning a career in photonics. You’ll have a solid grounding in physical sciences with an eagerness to understand and solve critical challenges. The projects involve developing functional advanced materials for new optical components and innovative-lasers applications. In these projects you'll have access to: state-of-the-art facilities: access to top-tier resources, cleanrooms, and materials-characterisation suites interdisciplinary research: collaborate with experts within the university and beyond international collaboration: work closely within a cohort of 15 students hosted across Europe working towards a common project goal, including 3-months of placement visits. At the time of recruitment (i.e. first date of employment), you must not have resided or carried out your main activity (work, studies, etc…) in the UK for more than 12 months in the 3 years immediately prior to recruitment under this project. Compulsory national service and/or short stays such as holidays are not taken into account. At the time of recruitment, you must not yet have been awarded your doctorate.  In order to be considered for these posts, please also complete the postgraduate application process for the desired post below: GWS for high power lasers  Dielectric all-crystalline GWS You should be able to start in September 2026 or soon thereafter. For informal enquiries, please write to Dr Jacob Mackenzie (jim@soton.ac.uk). Please note, upon appointment your post title will be 'MSCA Doctoral Network Research Fellow'. Further details  The Optoelectronics Research Centre (ORC) is committed to promoting equality, diversity inclusivity as demonstrated by our Athena SWAN award. We welcome all applicants regardless of their gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation or age, and will give full consideration to applicants seeking flexible working patterns and those who have taken a career break. The University has a generous maternity policy, onsite childcare facilities, and offers a range of benefits to help ensure employees’ well-being and work-life balance. The University of Southampton is committed to sustainability and has been awarded the Platinum EcoAward.