King Khalid University – College of Engineering

About Us The Rosenblatt lab studies how epithelia maintain a functional barrier and proper cell numbers, despite turning over at high rates by cell death and cell division. We found mechanics control both opposing processes: when cells are too sparse, stretch activates cell division and when too many, crowding activates cell death by ‘epithelial cell extrusion’. While we first discovered extrusion as a process that eliminates dying cells without creating any gaps within the epithelium, we later discovered that most epithelial cells die as a result of live cell extrusion. Due to the significant role extrusion plays in epithelial cell death, a variety of diseases, ranging from bacterial and viral pathogenesis, asthma, and cancer, can result when it is misregulated. Inflammation and infection can result from excess extrusion whereas aberrant basal cell extrusion (back into the tissue epithelia encase) can drive cell invasion and de-differentiation in a class of aggressive tumours. We are currently using organoids and mouse lung slices to investigate the fate of cells that invade by basal extrusion and the signalling that drives this. The Rosenblatt lab is within the Randall Centre for Cell & Molecular Biophysics which is situated within the School of Basic & Biomedical Sciences (BMBS) and is part of the Faculty of Life Sciences & Medicine. It is involved in a wide range of fundamental research projects at the interface between biology, biomedicine, chemistry and physics. About The Role The research associate will be selected to investigate how metabolism and mitochondrial membrane potential impacts epithelial cell extrusion of normal and transformed cells. This is a full-time post (35 hours per week), and you will be offered a fixed term contract until 31st January 2027 with a start date no sooner than 1st February 2026. The role is based onsite. 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 PhD qualified in relevant subject area Must have at least 5 years training in cell biology techniques Must have 5 years training on mitochondrial cell biology Must have a good understanding of mitochondrial derived compartments Good working knowledge of live and imaging techniques and analysis. Experience with metabolomics and analysis Good presentation and writing skills Good ability to reason through results from project Desirable criteria Good at managing students Knows about viral infection pathways 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. Please note that this is a PhD level role but candidates who have submitted their thesis and are awaiting award of their PhDs will be considered. In these circumstances the appointment will be made at Grade 5, spine point 30 with the title of Research Assistant. Upon confirmation of the award of the PhD, the job title will become Research Associate and the salary will increase to Grade 6. 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. This post is not subject to Disclosure and Barring Service and is to Occupational Health clearances. Grade and Salary: £45,031 - £49,871 per annum inclusive of London Weighting Allowance Job ID: 133606 Close Date: 04-Jan-2026 Contact Person: Jody Rosenblatt Contact Details: jody.rosenblatt@kcl.ac.uk

School: School of Advanced Technology Department: Department of Mechatronics and Robotics Position: Faculty [Open Rank] Location: Suzhou, China Contract Type: Fixed-term, renewable. 3rd contract is open-ended ABOUT XJTLU In 2006 Xi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University (XJTLU) was created by the University of Liverpool and Xi’an Jiaotong University – a top ten university in China. Offering a unique international education experience, XJTLU brings together excellent research practice and expertise from both institutions and gives students the skills and knowledge they need to secure careers in a global marketplace. XJTLU now has over 25,000 enrolled students in both Suzhou and Liverpool in the UK, with plans to grow to about 28,000 students by 2025. There are currently about 2,000 staff, among which about 1,000 academic staff, with an almost even split between citizens of the People’s Republic of China and international passport holders. XJTLU offers our undergraduates and postgraduates over 100 programmes with a diverse spectrum of courses. XJTLU is entering a new and exciting phase of its development as part of its strategic priorities for the next ten years. Adopting a new higher education model based on the concept of Syntegrative Education (SE), XJTLU is currently opening a new Entrepreneurial Education site in Taicang, part of wider Suzhou, where the Entrepreneur College (Taicang) is located. The Taicang site will be a pioneer of, and educational model for, the future campus in addressing challenges arising from the 4th Industrial Revolution. Other new initiatives include new working partnerships with Xi’an Jiaotong University, the continued development of the four new Academies, and exploration of further potential locations to develop the SE model. With a focus on innovative learning and teaching, and research, XJTLU draws on the strengths of its parent universities, and plays a pivotal role in facilitating access to China for UK and other institutional partners. At same time, XJTLU is exploring future education by blending the educational theory, best practice and culture from west and east. For detailed information about the university, please visit www.xjtlu.edu.cn. ABOUT SCHOOL OF ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY The School of Advanced Technology has five departments (intelligent Science, Computing, Mechatronics and Robotics, Electrical and Electronics Engineering and Communications and networking). As a research and practice-led school our faculty and staff are committed to providing our students with a challenging and stimulating environment, as well as unlocking their full potential. Upon graduation, students will become highly-sought-after candidates with strong academic knowledge as well as extensive transferable skills in communication, team-work and project management. All academic staff members at the Department of Mechatronics and Robotics (MEC) are research active and have closely engaged with industry in and around Suzhou to support the research and development of Suzhou’s strategic aim of intelligent manufacturing. Suzhou is one of the top three cities in China and one of the top ten cities in the world in intelligent manufacturing, which provides huge opportunities for research and development, self-development, and employment. With rapidly increased student number, we are seeking applicants with a strong research track record, high level of ambitions, and enthusiasm to engage with our diverse students to join our team. Areas of expertise in Department of Mechatronics and Robotics: Networked Mechatronic Systems; Robotics and Control; and Product Design and Optimisation. RESPONSIBILITIES Applicants will have extensive teaching experience, have published high quality papers in their area of expertise, have been successful in obtaining research grants, and have substantial experience in the supervision of research students. The successful candidate, in addition to teaching typically two modules/courses per year (i.e. one per semester), will provide leadership in curriculum development and enhancing our research profile at the international level. They are expected to assume administrative responsibilities based on their experience. PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES Self-motivated and being able to motivate others; Strong leadership and interpersonal skills; Strong team player; Proactive and flexible but with good respect for deadlines; Able to work in an environment where diversity and inclusiveness is appreciated. ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCES A PhD in mechatronics, robotics, biomedical engineering, or a closely aligned area and PG Cert HE or equivalent; Ideally few years of teaching/research experience at a university or equivalent after completion of PhD degree; PhD supervision capacity; Strong publications record in an area of expertise; Evidence of success in obtaining research grants; Fluency in English. Successful applicants to more senior professorial ranks are expected to also show: A significant record of high-quality academic publications, A number of external research grants awards, Experience in PhD supervision. Desirable Qualifications/Experience: Professional memberships such as BCS, IET, ACM, IEE, IEEE, and HEA; Strong knowledge / experience in international higher education. CITIZENSHIP AND VISA REGULATIONS Employment at Xi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University is regulated by Chinese Labour Laws, and must comply with the regulations of the provincial government. These regulations stipulate who is eligible for legal employment with regard to obtaining work permits and visas.  Please be advised candidates over 65 may be not eligible for a work visa in the P.R. China. CAREER DEVELOPMENT Clear career development path with annual review. Professional development trainings are provided. RESEARCH FUNDING SUPPORT The university provides every new faculty members with Research Development Fund to encourage them to initiate research projects, and Research Engagement Fund provided to support their continuous research activities.  The university will also support all faculty members to apply for national, province and city level programs. These programs aim to support excellent scientists, both Chinese and non-Chinese-citizen, to work and carry out research in China.  Some of the programs are listed in the table below. Successful applications are based on the applicant’s educational background, academic/research field, research achievements, working experience, etc. The university will provide full support on the applications.  Talent/Research Program  -  Fund  Outstanding Youth Science Foundation Project (Overseas) RMB 1-3 Million Innovation Leading Talent   up to RMB 2 Million Outstanding  Leading Talent of International Discipline   50% of Annual Package Young Leading Talent of International Discipline  50% of Annual Package COMPENSATION & BENEFITS SALARY: Competitive salary in the market BENEFITS Allowance: XJTLU provide various month/annual/one-off allowances as  Housing allowance Travel allowance Kids’ education allowance Relocation allowance Etc. Commercial insurance: international insurance plans customized for XJTLU staff and family members. (details refer to the University Policy) Paid holidays:  Statutory Holidays (13 days) Annual leave(34 days, including University closing days). Family Matters Leave Paid Sick Leave Marriage Leave Paternity Leave Parental Leave Etc. Working visa and residence permit in China:  XJTLU sponsors working visa and residence permit in China for the staff. HOW TO APPLY Applications must be submitted in a single pdf file that includes 3 parts in the order of: A cover letter A current CV, including date of birth, country of citizenship, and highest degree level Contact Details for Three References For specific enquiries relating to the position, please email Mengyi.Wang@xjtlu.edu.cn.

Aalto University is a community of bold thinkers where science and art meet technology and business. We are committed to identifying and solving grand societal challenges and building an innovative future. Aalto has six schools with 14 000 students and a staff of 5000, of which more than 400 are professors. Our main campus is located in Espoo, Finland. Diversity is part of who we are, and we actively work to ensure our community’s diversity and inclusiveness. This is why we warmly encourage qualified candidates from all backgrounds to join our community. The Department of Computer Science is an internationally-oriented community and home to world-class research in modern computer science, combining research on foundations and innovative applications. With over 40 professors and more than 450 employees from 50 countries, it is the largest department at Aalto University and the leading computer science research unit in northern Europe. Computer science research at Aalto University ranks high in several international surveys (7th in Europe and 1st in the Nordics (NTU 2023); and 88th worldwide in Times Higher Education subject ranking 2025). We are now looking for a Doctoral Researcher in interactive AI to join the Aalto Engineering Psychology Group Your role and goals We are searching for a full-time Doctoral Researcher working on interactive Artificial Intelligence (AI). The research will focus on user studies and interactive AI systems. This position will be funded based on an initial 2-year contract + 2 years extension. The key idea is to apply theories, models, and methods from psychology to improve Human-AI interaction. Your network and team The Aalto Engineering Psychology Group concentrates on research in human-AI interaction . Currently, research activities focus on applying research methods from experimental psychology and cognitive science to augment human intelligence with AI.  Your experience and ambitions eligible for PhD study at Aalto University (https://into.aalto.fi/display/endoctoralsci/How+to+apply#Howtoapply-Eligibility) a Master’s degree in Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Computer Science, Cognitive Science, Psychology or a related field excellent knowledge in AI and at least one of these three key areas: quantitative user studies, statistical modelling of human experimental data or human augmentation very good in scientific writing and communication skills very good knowledge of statistics and quantitative data analysis, hands-on experience with R or Python strong interest in prototyping commitment to and interest in the design and implementation of Open Science/Open Source practices very good in teamwork in an interdisciplinary collaboration setting very good English skills What we offer By working in our group, you would get the possibility to join a top-notch research environment in human-computer interaction and have a strong collaboration with other research groups in Aalto and the EU. You would also be able to travel for visits or exchanges with other world-class research groups outside Finland. The starting salary for the position is 3 100,00 EUR per month. In addition to the salary, the contract includes occupational health benefits, and Finland has a comprehensive social security system. The annual total workload of research and teaching staff at Aalto University is 1 612 hours. The position is located at the Aalto University Otaniemi campus. Ready to apply? If you want to join our community, please submit your application through our recruitment system. We will review applications as they arrive, and the position will be filled in as soon as a suitable candidate has been found. If you wish to hear more about the position, you can reach out to Assistant Professor Robin Welsch firstname.lastname@aalto.fi with the topic “PhD position in interactive AI". If you are already working at Aalto University, please apply via our internal Workday system (Career). To apply, please share the following application materials in one pdf file with us: Letter of motivation CV Degree certificates and transcript of records (BSc and MSc) Contact details of at least two referees (or letters of recommendation, if already available)  Any papers/reports/writing/blog/portfolio/thesis/repositories demonstrating your research, engineering and/or writing Want to know more about us and your future colleagues? You can watch these videos: Aalto University – Towards a better world, Aalto People, and Shaping a Sustainable Future. And this webpage about Aalto and Finland: Why Finland? | Aalto University   Check out our new virtual campus experience: https://virtualtour.aalto.fi/ About Finland Finland is a great place for living with or without family – it is a safe, politically stable, and well-organized Nordic society. Finland is consistently ranked high in quality of life and was just listed again as the happiest country in the world:  World Happiness Report 2025: People are much kinder than we expect, research shows | The World Happiness Report. For more information about moving to Finland: https://www.aalto.fi/en/services/incoming-international-staff More about Aalto University: Aalto.fi youtube.com/user/aaltouniversity linkedin.com/school/aalto-university/ www.facebook.com/aaltouniversity instagram.com/aaltouniversity To view information about Workday Accessibility, please click here. Please see more of our Open Positions here.