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Ref.: 533957 Work type: Full-time Department: Department of Social Work and Social Administration (30300) Categories: Teaching Staff Applications are invited for appointment as Assistant Lecturer in the Department of Social Work and Social Administration (Ref.: 533957), to commence as soon as possible thereafter, on a two-year fixed-term basis, with the possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance and funding availability. The Assistant Lecturer should possess a Master degree in Social Sciences or a related discipline. He/she will assist the Curriculum Coordinator in coordinating program activities, conducting organizational analysis, and assessing training needs. The role also involves liaising with stakeholders, assisting in the delivery of training and coaching activities (which may include taking up part of the teaching duties), collecting and analyzing feedback from training and consultation sessions to inform ongoing improvements, and supporting implementation of the program. He/she may also contribute to the development of curriculum and teaching materials, evaluation efforts, etc. A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered, in addition to annual leave and medical benefits. The appointment will come with a contract-end gratuity and University contribution to a retirement benefits scheme, totalling up to 10% of basic salary. The University only accepts online application for the above post. Applicants should apply online and upload an up-to-date CV. Review of applications will start as soon as possible and continue until January 9, 2026, or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier.

About us The position is for a FCPA research assistant to investigate Sagnac interferometry for fibre amplification. The FCPA project is for 6 months to be held in the attosecond quantum physics laboratory at King’s College London, in the NMES faculty at the Strand Campus (under the supervision of Dr Amelle Zair). We are looking for hiring an excellent research assistant with a master’s degree in Photonics. Candidates should have expertise in fibre amplifier, either through a master project, and internship or a secondment. This experience should include setting up, testing, characterising a fibre femtosecond amplifier. Any additional experience in research link to the measurement of femtosecond pulses will be complementary. The Faculty of Natural, Mathematical & Engineering Sciences (NMES) comprises Chemistry, Engineering, Informatics, Mathematics, and Physics – all departments highly rated in research activities and a wide-ranging portfolio of education programmes. Celebrating diversity and supporting staff is important to us and we offer a range of provision including flexible working, caring support (including a Parenting and Carers Fund and the Carer’s Career Development Fund), training, and a variety of diversity and inclusion networks. Staff can apply for flexible working to help them balance the demands of their professional and personal commitments and we offer comprehensive leave policies for parental, adoption, surrogacy, dependant and shared leave. The university is making investment in NMES and both student and staff numbers are growing. Our staff come from over 45 countries and 56% of our students are from outside the UK. Principally located on the Strand Campus in the heart of central London, further details available at www.kcl.ac.uk/nms.Physics: The study of Physics at King's dates back to the foundation of the College in 1829. The Department is currently undergoing significant growth with substantial investment in new appointments, research infrastructure and laboratory space refurbishment. Further information may be found at: http://www.kcl.ac.uk/physics About the role The FCPA research assistant primary role will consist of investigating Sagnac interferometry for fibre amplification of a high repetition rate femtosecond Ytterbium CPA system at King’s College London in the Attosecond quantum physics laboratory led by Dr Amelle Zair. The FCPA researcher assistant will be responsible for the following activities: Research: Undertaking research on FCPA amplifier by preparing and setting up the amplification architecture. Conducting measurements of the stability of the amplifier, beam quality, the gain and the power law. Conducting literature review and experiments and document all data and results obtained. Expertise: He/She/They need to have expertise in fibre amplifier set up in depth and be capable of learning implementing this in a whole CPA chain. Teaching and learning: Assisting in the supervision of master students and support the other member of the laboratory. He/She/they will be expected to show consideration as part of pastoral care duty. Communication: Write research material on FCPA (reports, publications, documentations). Present research progress to supervisor and collaborations and meetings. Liaison and networking and support managing: Liaise with the group members and support them in research activities. Teamwork: Participate to all diagnostic developments (CEP stability, femto-measurement via FROG, SPIDER, POLLYWOG etc…) and attend and contribute to all relevant meetings (experimental meetings, group meetings, one-to-one, collaborative meetings and journal club). Initiative, problem solving and decision making: He/She/They are expected make use of standard technique concerning amplifier build up (optical alignment procedure and NA fitting etc…), measurement of all characteristic and data management (analysis, coding, organization, storage etc…) needed for the FCPA project and find solution on optical implementation. Contribute to the delivery of the lines (amplified line, multi colour line etc…) for the research applications with the team. Generate original idea on the design of FCPA and its implementation based on outcomes. Planning and managing resources: He/She/They will be in charge of support planning and allocating bam time to the experiments on a weekly basis, coordinate the FCPA work. Work environment: Be the main point of contact for safety documentation and participating as a representative of the group to the monthly H&S meeting. This is a full-time post (35 Hours per week) with a probation of 6 months, offered on a fixed term contract until 31st May 2026. The position is an onsite position. It cannot be undertaken remotely. Research staff at King’s are entitled to at least 10 days per year (pro-rata) for professional development. This entitlement, from the Concordat to Support the Career Development of Researchers, applies to Postdocs, Research Assistants, Research and Teaching Technicians, Teaching Fellows and AEP equivalent up to and including grade 7. Visit the Centre for Research Staff Development for more information. About you To be successful in this role, we are looking for candidates to have the following skills and experience: Essential criteria A master in photonics that includes a clear femtosecond fibre laser expertise (master project) A strong expertise in femtosecond pulse measurements An expertise in technical drawing of system. An expertise in optical paths set up and design for research. Excellent communication skills and reporting High level of commitment and working in a team Desirable criteria Coding ability (labview, Maltab, Python or similar) Ability to produce, archive, organize and test data and documentations Ability to assist in mentoring or sub supervision Being EDI aware and bystander 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: £41,761 per annum, including London Weighting Allowance Job ID: 129805 Close Date: 21-Dec-2025 Contact Person: Amelle Zair Contact Details: amelle.zair@kcl.ac.uk

Bring learning to life by supporting world-class teaching, research, and simulation in health sciences Are you a hands-on technical professional with strong laboratory or clinical-skills experience, and a passion for supporting teaching, research, and innovative digital technologies? This is a fantastic opportunity to join the Division of Health and contribute to the delivery of high-quality learning experiences that help shape the next generation of health professionals Ngā kōrero mō te tūranga - About the role As a Technical Officer in the Division of Health, you’ll deliver high-quality technical support that underpins our teaching and research in Health Science from applied sciences and clinical skills to simulation and cutting-edge digital technologies. Your primary focus will be on clinical skills and simulation technologies, including the set-up and operation of high-fidelity manikins, task trainers, virtual-patient platforms, AV systems, and VR/AR devices. You will also support applied science laboratories, working collaboratively as part of a team of Technical Officers to ensure seamless delivery across the Division. While you’ll have your own focus area, you’ll also share knowledge and responsibilities across the team, particularly with colleagues in applied sciences, ensuring our staff and students receive seamless, expert support at every stage. Salary will be in the range of $71,275 to $84,695 per year, prorated based on skills, knowledge and experience brought to the position. This is a one-year fixed-term 1 FTE parental cover role (37.5 hours a week) based at our Hillcrest Campus. For more information on the role please see the position description. All applications must be submitted through the online portal, emailed applications will not be accepted. Ko wai koe? - Who are you? You are an experienced technical professional with at least five years’ experience in a clinical skills, health science, or laboratory-based role. You bring strong practical skills in operating and maintaining laboratory equipment, clinical devices, and/or simulation technologies. You will demonstrate: Hands-on technical capability with scientific and clinical equipment Experience troubleshooting, calibrating, installing and maintaining instruments Strong ICT capability, including digital tools, data management and AV/VR technologies Experience supporting teaching and/or research environments Excellent communication skills, and the ability to support staff and students in real time Strong organisational and time-management skills, including project coordination Knowledge of health and safety requirements and laboratory compliance Flexibility to support varied teaching schedules and operational needs A relevant tertiary qualification (Master’s degree desirable) Preferred candidates will also bring experience in: Simulation manikins and scenario programming VR/AR and digital learning technologies AV/IT systems for teaching and simulation You are a strong team player, collaborative, proactive, customer-focused, and committed to continuous improvement. Ko wai mātou? - Who are we? The Division of Health is committed to achieving better, fairer health outcomes across Aotearoa through high-quality teaching, innovative research, and partnerships with Māori, Pacific and community organizations. Our programmes span Biomedical Sciences, Health Promotion, Healthy Active Living, Human Performance Science, Midwifery, Nursing, Pharmacy and Sport Development and Coaching. A major strategic focus is the establishment of the New Zealand Graduate School of Medicine, opening in 2028. You will join a dynamic technical team that supports state-of-the-art laboratories, clinical simulation facilities, and digital-learning technologies, all designed to enrich student learning and enhance research capability. He aha ngā take me tono mai ai koe? - Why should you apply for this position? This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in supporting the development of future health professionals. You will work with new and emerging technologies, contribute to meaningful teaching and research, and be part of a collaborative and forward-thinking Division. Our University stands proudly on the world stage as a provider of future-focused, international education and an active player in global research. Our rankings reflect these strengths. Working with us means you’ll enjoy a satisfying work environment with many benefits. The University of Waikato is distinctive for the diversity of its staff and students and encourages applicants with the relevant capabilities from all backgrounds to apply. Applicants must have the legal right to live and work in NZ in accordance with the NZ Immigration regulations which can be found here. Ko te Tangata - For the People The University of Waikato prides itself on the quality of its engagement with the communities that it serves, the provision of a world-class education and the national and international impact of its research. Our policies are guided by the principles of the Treaty of Waitangi and equal opportunity for all. E herea ana te Whare Wānanga ki te kaupapa kia whakaratohia te mea angitū ōrite ki ngā tāngata katoa. Applications close on 18 January 2026. Requisition number: 1003246