Kaiboi Technical Training Institute

Ref.: 536846 Work type: Full-time Department: Department of Microbiology, School of Clinical Medicine (20700) Categories: Senior Research Staff & Post-doctoral Fellow, Research Staff Applications are invited for appointment as Post-doctoral Fellow / Senior Research Assistant / Research Assistant I / Research Assistant II in the Department of Microbiology, School of Clinical Medicine (Ref.: 536846), to commence as soon as possible for one year, with the possibility of renewal subject to funding availability and satisfactory performance. Applicants should possess a Ph.D. degree or an equivalent qualification in Microbiology or a related discipline. Research experience in performing live virus infection would be an advantage. Applicants should have a good command of written and spoken English, strong communication skills, a strong sense of responsibility, and the ability to work independently. They should also be self-motivated, organized, detail-minded and hardworking. The appointee will be involved in research projects related to SARS-CoV-2 and enterovirus under the supervision of Professor Philip Yeung. Applicants with lower qualifications and/or less experience may be considered for the position of Senior Research Assistant / Research Assistant I / Research Assistant II. A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered, in addition to annual leave and medical benefits. The University only accepts online applications for the above post. Applicants should apply online and upload an up-to-date C.V. Review of applications will start from July 27, 2026 and continue until August 10, 2026, or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier.

The Cancer Research UK core funded Southampton Clinical Trials Unit (SCTU), based at Southampton General Hospital, has expertise in the design, conduct and publication of clinical trials and other well-designed studies from first-in-human phase I to practice changing phase III trials. Managing a growing portfolio (75% cancer, 25% non-cancer) that covers the complete spectrum of clinical practice, from primary care through to tertiary referral medicine, including pan-cancer experimental therapeutics, surgery, radiotherapy and early diagnosis. Undertaking academically sponsored multi-centre early and late phase clinical trials, we work nationally and internationally to create the evidence for patient benefit that will directly influence routine clinical practice in the NHS and overseas. Due to expansion, we currently have a vacancy for a Senior Trial Manager to join the existing cancer portfolio team. The Senior Trial Manager will be responsible for the oversight of trials ensuring they are delivered according to required standards, time and budget. This is a senior post within the CTU with advisory, leadership, engagement, and line management responsibilities. The appointed Senior Trial Manager will work specifically on a single trial developing SCTU expertise into clinical collaboration opportunities with industry partners, where an academically sponsored trial will result is supporting MHRA drug licencing, which aims to fulfil faster movement from research to patient access. The successful candidate will have significant experience of trial management gained through working on interventional clinical trials, including experience of IMP management, and have excellent knowledge of legislation, regulation and governance environments relating to clinical trials. The Senior Trial Manager will be required to work with multiple stakeholders so must have an excellent communication style and experience of matrix management, as well as the ability to multi-task, meet deadlines and be a good leader and line manager. Experience of regulatory affairs including submitting drugs for licencing would be an advantage. SCTU is a leading UK academic CTU located within the state-of-the-art Centre for Cancer Immunology building within the University of Southampton, based at Southampton General Hospital. Having patient benefit at the heart of everything it does, SCTU is a UKCRC registered CTU and is core-funded by Cancer Research UK (CRUK) together with funding from the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) via the Biomedical Research Centre (BRC) and Research Support Service (RSS). Southampton Clinical Trials Unit (SCTU) | University of Southampton The CTU is part of a strong research environment in Southampton which includes the Experimental Cancer Medicine Centre, Clinical Research Facility and strong links with The University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust NHS R&D Management. The employing organisation is the University of Southampton which offers a competitive salary, pension scheme and other benefits. The post is offered on a two year full-time fixed term contract in the first instance with the possibility of an extension; part time may be considered at 0.8 FTE. This will be a hybrid role with a requirement to work in the office in Southampton at least 60% of contracted hours. Working at the University of Southampton provides many benefits: Check out the staff benefits page. For an informal discussion please contact Andrea Corkhill, Head of Trial Management, Oncology akc@soton.ac.uk Please note, this advert may close early, so early applications are advised.

Liverpool John Moores University (LJMU) is a distinctive, unique institution, rooted in the Liverpool City Region and with a global presence. Our students and staff, past, present, and future, are the beating heart of our city and can be found in every corner of every industry and community. We couldn’t exist anywhere else and have shaped the city in which we belong. Working with the people of Liverpool to improve lives and support communities is at the heart of why we were founded and why we exist today. The School of Nursing Public and Allied Health has been committed to advancing developments in health and social care for over 25 years, tracing our origins back to 1991 when the Liverpool School of Nursing and Midwifery joined with Liverpool Polytechnic. Today, we continue to strive to tackle health inequalities and social exclusion and deprivation in local communities and beyond, through our undergraduate and postgraduate curricula, along with a growing programme of international partnerships. We are seeking to appoint a Senior Lecturer to deliver a range of high quality teaching materials and associated student assessment activities, and contribute to the development of modules and programmes, and curriculum changes. We are particularly interested in seeking applicants with experience or background in surgical or renal specialities. You will also be able to engage in one of the Faculty’s research themes and be part of our continued development. You must be a registrant with either the NMC or HCPC, educated to Masters Level (or currently studying) and have significant experience of teaching across either undergraduate or post graduate higher education. We are seeking an enthusiastic and committed individual dedicated to providing an outstanding student experience who can demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and driven to improve the lives of patients, their carers, and their families. This is your opportunity to be a key contributor to providing a high quality and transformative educational experience for students. We believe that LJMU is an environment that will enable your successes to be recognised, celebrated and rewarded. You will join a team of staff with significant real-world experience and expertise from a range of disciplines which means that we are able to support your endeavours and provide mentorship as you grow in your role. If you are student-focused, enthusiastic and motivated, then LJMU is an excellent place to work. You will receive a competitive salary, with high quality pension provision and excellent holidays alongside a wide range of staff social and well-being benefits.  At LJMU, we value the benefits a rich and diverse workforce brings to our community and therefore welcome applications from all sections of society. We wish you every success in your application to become part of LJMU’s successful and welcoming team of staff. Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) clearance will be required for this post at the appropriate level and Occupational Health clearance is required for the posts regulated by the NMC. In return, we offer an excellent benefits package including generous annual leave entitlement, pension scheme, induction and development support as well as family-friendly policies. This is an exciting time to join the university as we deliver the LJMU Strategy 2030 and its vision of LJMU as an inclusive civic university transforming lives and futures, by placing students at the heart of everything we do. If you feel that this is the role you have been looking for and your skills and experience can make a real difference at LJMU, we look forward to hearing from you. LJMU values diversity and provides a supportive and inclusive environment where everyone can fulfil their potential. Please note all of our vacancies will be closed to applications at midnight on the advertised closing date, unless otherwise stated.