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About us The King’s Health Partners Clinical Trials Office (KHP-CTO) is a collaboration between King’s College London, Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust, King’s College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust. Established to provide a single interface for those wishing to conduct clinical research within the partner organisations, and to ensure that there are common, efficient processes for the set up and administration of clinical trials. About the role To act as a single point of contact for a large and diverse portfolio of commercial clinical trials in set up across the Partner Organisations. To ensure feasibility assessments are conducted robustly to King’s Health Partner’s SOPs and to develop systems and processes to increase speed and efficiency of the feasibility process. To set up new commercial trials, including the review of contractual and financial terms and assessing, arranging and confirming local capacity and capability Responsible for providing an effective, high quality, timely and efficient contractual and financial/budgetary service to investigators, companies and contract research organisations seeking to conduct commercial trials in any of the Partner Organisations To review and negotiate commercial trial budgets and contracts in accordance with the National Contract Value Review process and ensure accurate completion To review and negotiate commercial trial budgets for contract amendments in accordance the National Contract Value Review process. To review and negotiate ad hoc agreements where needed, including PIC Agreements and ensure accurate completion The ensure the set-up and administration of Commerical trials is in compliance with the relevant legal, regulatory and internal governance. To work closely with academic, clinical and other staff, at all levels and across the partner organisations, providing appropriate advice and developing effective working relationships to help grow clinical research activity. To work closely with contract research organisations and commercial sponsors To ensure internal databases are kept up to date to track trial status and document relevant information. To provide day to day line management of one direct report. Mentor and develop new and existing team members, conducting annual PDR’s and all aspects of performance management To act as an ambassador for KHP-CTO To maintain a working knowledge of prevailing regulations, guidance, best practices and GCP standards regarding the conduct of clinical trials To actively contribute to the wider KHP-CTO team, working flexibly and proactively 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. This is a full time post (35 hours per week), and you will be offered an a fixed term contract for one year. About you To be successful in this role, we are looking for candidates to have the following skills and experience: Essential criteria Educated to degree level or possess equivalent relevant experience in clinical trials Excellent organisational and time management skills and the ability to manage a large and diverse Proficient negotiator with ability to influence and excellent written and verbal communication skills Excellent interpersonal skills – tactful and being able to deal with a wide range of people in an enthusiastic and helpful manner and the ability to build successful relationships Demonstrably high levels of accuracy and attention to detail Practical problem-solving skills and the ability to think analytically. Knowledge, understanding and experience of the legal, regulatory, and statutory governance of clinical trials. Including GCP. Strong computer skills (proficient with MS word, Excel and web-based applications). Desirable criteria Experience of commercial clinical trial set up. Knowledge and understanding of the relevant contract templates and commercial costing model Experience of line management 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 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. Grade and Salary: £45,031 - £52,514 per annum, including London Weighting Allowance Job ID: 133885 Close Date: 04-Jan-2026 Contact Person: Alex Hickman Contact Details: alexander.hickman@kcl.ac.uk

£59,967 - £67,469 per annum School of Modern Languages Ref: AC2219 The School of Modern Languages invites applications for the position of Reader or Professor in its Department of Chinese. You must have an international research reputation in Chinese language, literary, and cultural studies including a proven track record of securing significant grant funding and leading high quality externally funded research projects. The successful candidate will be expected to have a range of interests and to be highly active in research publication that strengthens or complements those in the School. Applicants for a professorial post will, in addition, be expected to make an outstanding contribution to the field’s advancement through research outputs and to prominently represent the University of St Andrews in the UK and international communities.  Candidates must hold a PhD in a cognate discipline and you will be expected to be capable of teaching the subject to honours and taught postgraduate students from a wide range of backgrounds. The primary criteria for appointment will be evidence of an internationally recognised research record and a clear programme of anticipated research activity for the coming years. Applicants for a professorial post must, in addition, demonstrate a significant research funding record. Employees of the University have access to a wide range of staff benefits including: Annual leave of 34 days, plus 5 public holidays Financial contribution to relocation Membership of the USS Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions A hybrid working environment, including partial homeworking where appropriate and a range of family friendly policies Staff discount scheme for local and national goods and services Free staff parking, employee Carshare and Cycle to Work Schemes and subsidised local bus travel Subsidised sports membership, reduced tuition fees on degree programmes for staff, access to training and development opportunities including LinkedIn Learning, access to library facilities, salary sacrifice scheme Further information and informal enquiries about the post may be directed to Professor Nicki Hitchcott, Head of School, School of Modern Languages – email langshos@st-andrews.ac.uk Equality, diversity and inclusion are at the heart of the St Andrews experience and form a central pillar of the University Strategy.  We strive to create a fair and inclusive culture demonstrated through our commitment to diversity awards (Athena Swan, Carer Positive, Race Charters). We celebrate diversity by promoting profiles of BAME, LGBTIQ+ Disabled and Neurodiverse staff and supporting networks including the Staff BAME Network; Staff with Disabilities or Neurodiversity Network; Staff LGBTIQ+ Network; and the Staff Parents & Carers Network.  Full details available online: https://www.st-andrews.ac.uk/hr/edi/ Closing Date: 19 January 2026. Interview Date: 19 February 2026. We encourage applicants to apply online at www.vacancies.st-andrews.ac.uk/welcome.aspx, however if you are unable to do this, please call +44 (0)1334 461990 for an application pack. Please quote ref: AC2219LS The University of St Andrews is a charity registered in Scotland (No SC013532).

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 centre offers a diverse research environment that is open, welcoming and supportive to all. The faculty-wide initiatives are supported by an active Diversity & Inclusion Team. 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.  To help us achieve our goals, we particularly welcome applications from people from backgrounds who are currently under-represented in UK Higher Education (E.g. Black, Asian, Latinx, and other white ethnic minorities). We are recruiting a highly motivated professional to support the delivery of the large-scale Genetic Links to Anxiety and Depression Mental Health Goals programme (GLAD MHG) and associated projects within the NIHR Bioresource Centre Maudsley, working closely with Professor Gerome Breen. About the role The Deputy Research Coordinator will lead day-to-day laboratory operations and biosample logistics for GLAD-MHG: establish site readiness, oversee sample flows from collection to accessioning, embed ISO 17025-aligned quality practices, and drive continual improvements in throughput, cost, and auditability. Prof. Breen’s team boasts ambitious and 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.  Despite being a leading cause of disability worldwide, Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) is an underserved market segment with significant unmet medical need, GLAD MHG will leverage proven success and substantial investment from KCL, the NIHR Maudsley BRC, and NIHR BioResource in the GLAD study to create a trial-ready dataset integrating detailed phenotyping, multi-omics, and medical records to support MDD precision psychiatry. The role requires a skilled operational manager, with the ability to forge effective working relationships with collaborators and interdisciplinary academic teams working on related MHG workstreams.  This is a full-time post available from 1st of April 2026 and you will be offered a fixed term contract initially for 2 years, that, with the possibility of extension.  About you To be successful in this role, we are looking for candidates to have the following skills and experience:  Essential criteria Postgraduate Degree (or equivalent experience) in a relevant biomedical/biological discipline. Hands-on experience running laboratory operations or core service workflows (accessioning, QC, rotas, documentation). Demonstrable expertise in biosample logistics/chain-of-custody in multi-site or high-throughput settings. Strong grasp of QMS and audit fundamentals (SOPs, equipment logs, IQC/EQC, CAPA), ideally aligned to ISO 17025 or similar. Experience coordinating and developing technical staff; maintaining competency records and training. Excellent stakeholder communication; service-oriented and clear under time pressure. Organised, detail-driven, able to manage competing deadlines and solve problems pragmatically. Working knowledge of LIMS/barcoding, inventory systems and controlled-document platforms (e.g., SharePoint/iPassport). Desirable criteria  Experience standing up new laboratory workflows/sites (readiness checks, SOP development, training).  Prior exposure to NHS/academic multi-centre studies and courier/cold-chain management. Formal training in quality/auditing and/or biosafety. Familiarity with service-improvement methods (Lean/5S) and dashboarding (Excel/Power BI). 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 CV along with 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. This post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service and Occupational Health clearances. We reserve the right to close this advert early if we receive a high volume of applications. Grade and Salary: £45,031 per annum, including London Weighting Allowance Job ID: 133805 Close Date: 11-Jan-2026 Contact Person: Gerome Breen / Anna Carnegie Contact Details: gerome.breen@kcl.ac.uk / anna.carnegie@kcl.ac.uk