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About Us The Department of Medical and Molecular Genetics at King's College London is pleased to announce openings for two academic positions, at Lecturer, Senior Lecturer, Reader or Professor level. These group leader positions signify King's College London's continued commitment to advancing the field of human genetics, reflecting the university's pioneering history in genetics research and recognising the importance of human genetics in contemporary medical and public health fields. These positions offer an exciting opportunity to join the thriving human genetics community at a world-class department renowned for its strength in this field. We are particularly interested in applications from individuals with research interests in the areas of population genetics and epidemiology, and functional genomics. The Faculty of Life Sciences and Medicine is a leader in medical education and research, providing a vibrant and supportive environment for its faculty and students. By joining King’s, you will be part of an institution that values innovation, collaboration, and the advancement of knowledge in genetics and beyond. The Department of Medical and Molecular Genetics is located in the life sciences cluster in historic and vibrant London Bridge. It hosts advanced research facilities for genetic investigations of both common and rare diseases, alongside studies of fundamental mechanisms of gene regulation. With internationally recognised programs in both computational and experimental genetics, the department serves as a hub for interdisciplinary research, encouraging collaboration across various scientific and clinical disciplines and maintaining strong connections with international research communities.  About the role Successful candidates will lead their own innovative research programs, focusing on the identification and manipulation of genetic mechanisms in human health and disease. Each group leader will be entrusted with leading their research teams and fostering a collaborative and positive research culture. They are expected not only to secure funding and publish impactful scholarly articles but also to lead initiatives with impact beyond academia, influencing public health policy, enhancing health service delivery, and promoting broader societal benefits. They will be expected to contribute to the vibrant academic community within the department and more broadly across the college. A key aspect of these faculty positions involves education and mentoring, where they will shape the next generation of scientists through their contributions to both undergraduate and postgraduate education. This is a full time post (35 hours per week), and you will be offered an indefinite contract. About You To be successful in this role, we are looking for candidates to have the following skills and experience: Lecturer Essential Criteria PhD in human genetics or a closely related field. Demonstrable success in securing external research funding and clear plan for ongoing research success and sustainability. Original peer-reviewed research publications, first or senior author in high-impact journals, showing significant contributions to human genetics. Clearly articulated vision for high-quality human genetics education at undergraduate and postgraduate levels. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present research findings to both scientific and non-scientific audiences. Experience of delivering teaching and assessment A commitment to a positive working environment, supportive of staff and student wellbeing and experience Desirable Criteria Experience in mentoring and training research staff and postgraduate students. Proven track record of participation in collaborative research projects. Strong network within the human genetics research community, including collaborations with international researchers and institutions. Education qualification, such as Fellow of Higher Education Academy or equivalent  Senior Lecturer Essential Criteria PhD in human genetics or a closely related field. Established track record of securing external research funding with a clear pipeline and strategy for ongoing research funding.  Strong publication record in peer-reviewed journals, including as senior author in high-impact journals, showing significant contributions to human genetics. Demonstrated ability to lead and manage a research team, fostering a positive research culture and establishing an innovative research environment. Fellow of the Higher Education Academic (or equivalent) alongside extensive teaching delivery and curriculum development/innovation experience. A clear vision for innovation in a human genetics curriculum at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels. Evidence of a national profile in the field, and growing international recognition.  Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present research findings to both scientific and non-scientific audiences. Experience in managing, mentoring and training early-career researchers and/or postgraduate students. Desirable Criteria Contributions to public health policy or initiatives that extend the impact of genetic research beyond academia. History of contributions to the development of academic policies or programs. Experience in translational research and the ability to bridge basic science with clinical applications. Strong network within the human genetics research community, including collaborations with international researchers and institutions. Professor Essential Criteria PhD in human genetics or a closely related field. International recognition in human genetics research and education, with a well-established network of national and international collaborators. Sustained track-record in securing competitive external funding, with evidence of large scale and long lasting programmatic funding. Strong publication record, including as senior author in high-impact journals, showing significant and sustained contribution to human genetics. Demonstrated leadership skills, in the context of the leadership and management of a research team, and more widely in shaping the strategy and policy of a Department or equivalent, in professional bodies and other external contexts, fostering a positive research culture and establishing an innovative academic environment. Sustained evidence of mentoring and training early-career researchers and postgraduate students. Fellow of Higher Education Academy (or equivalent), with extensive experience as an educator including evidence of ongoing professional development, development of curricula and innovative delivery/assessment methods, along with a clear vision for innovation in a human genetics curriculum at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present research findings to both scientific and non-scientific audiences. Desirable Criteria Contributions to public health policy or initiatives that extend the impact of genetic research beyond academia. History of contributions to the development of academic policies or programs. Experience in translational research and the ability to bridge basic science with clinical applications. 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 In your application please state which role you are applying for (Lecturer, Senior Lecturer, or Professorial) and include the following materials Curriculum Vitae - including educational background, professional experience, awards, honours, and relevant skills or certifications. Publication highlights, five selected publications from the last 10 years that you consider your most significant contributions, each with a brief narrative description of the key findings and your role. Research Statement (1-2 pages), an overview of your past research achievements, current projects, and future research plans. Educational Statement (1-2 pages), your philosophy for mentoring and education, your experiences, and an overview of how you would plan to contribute to genetics education. 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. Interviews are due to be held in March/April 2026. Grade and Salary: Lecturer: £53,947-£63,350 per annum; Senior Lecturer: £65,091 per annum; Professor: £83,414 per annum, including London Weighting Allowance Job ID: 134827 Close Date: 01-Feb-2026 Contact Person: Professor Michael Simpson Contact Details: Michael.simpson@kcl.ac.uk

The Role and Department The Institute of Computational Cosmology (ICC) within the Department of Physics manages and operates one of the UK's largest supercomputing facilities, COSMA, on behalf of DiRAC (www.dirac.ac.uk), a UK national facility. This role is primarily responsible for the operation and ongoing development of the COSMA High Performance Computing (HPC) system, supporting innovative research and development projects. In addition to providing expert user support and ensuring smooth day-to-day operations, the successful applicant will have the opportunity to lead both software and hardware initiatives that will help shape the future of UK HPC. The position offers hands-on experience with a broad range of advanced computing technologies, including OpenStack, Ansible, containerization platforms such as Docker and Kubernetes, as well as traditional HPC server administration. Strong scripting skills in Bash and Python are essential for automating workflows and maintaining system efficiency. The successful applicant will work closely with other COSMA support staff and DiRAC technical support teams across the UK to deliver an effective and reliable service for users, including participation in both routine and emergency maintenance activities. The role involves liaising with DiRAC researchers in cosmology and other physical sciences to understand their computational codes and develop expertise in optimizing these codes for efficient execution on supercomputing facilities. There will be opportunities for training and professional development, both within Durham and in collaboration with other DiRAC partners and industry. The successful applicant will also have the chance to attend conferences and HPC events, and will participate in regular meetings with other HPC facilities across the UK. Flexible working arrangements are available, though some in-person attendance is essential due to the nature of the role. Applications for part-time working are also welcome. This role is fixed term for 2 years in the first instance but could be extended further contingent on additional funding. Further information about the role and the responsibilities please follow the link below https://durham.taleo.net/careersection/du_ext/jobdetail.ftl?job=25001684&tz=GMT+00:00&tzname=Europe/London

Welcome to Apply for the 2026 Overseas Outstanding Young Scholars Programme through Beijing Normal University  I. Programme Overview The Overseas Outstanding Young Scientists Fund Programme aims to attract and encourage outstanding young scholars (including non-ethnic Chinese foreign talents) who have achieved notable accomplishments in natural sciences, engineering, and technology to return to or come to China. They will independently select research directions to conduct innovative studies, thereby accelerating the growth of young scientific and technological talents. This initiative seeks to cultivate a cohort of outstanding academic leaders poised to advance to the forefront of global science and technology, contributing to the nation's endeavours to become a leading scientific and technological power. II. Application Requirements The final requirements shall be subject to the 2026 National Natural Science Foundation of China Outstanding Young Scientist Fund Programme (Overseas) Application Guidelines. 1. Applicants for the Outstanding Young Scientists Fund Programme (Overseas) must meet the following criteria: (1) Comply with the laws and regulations of the People's Republic of China, demonstrate sound scientific ethics, and conscientiously embody the spirit of scientists in the new era; (2) Have been born on or after 1 January 1986; (3) Hold a doctoral degree; (4) Their research focus should primarily lie within natural sciences, engineering technology, or related fields; (5) Between obtaining their doctoral degree and 15 April 2026, applicants should generally have held a formal teaching or research position at an overseas university, research institution, or corporate R&D centre, with a continuous work history of at least 36 months. For those who obtained their doctoral degree overseas and have demonstrated particularly outstanding achievements, the work experience requirement may be appropriately relaxed (this does not apply to those who obtained their overseas doctoral degree through joint Sino-foreign training programmes). For applicants holding concurrently remunerated positions within China during their overseas employment period, the duration of such domestic employment shall not be counted towards the overseas work requirement; (6) Have achieved research or technical accomplishments recognised by peers, demonstrating potential to become an academic leader or outstanding talent in the field;  (7) Applicants must not yet have taken up full-time employment in China, or must commence such employment after 1 January 2025. Upon receiving funding notification, they must resign from their overseas position and undertake full-time employment in China for a minimum of three years. 2. Limitation Requirements: Compliance with national science and technology talent programme coordination requirements is mandatory. Applicants may undertake only one programme at the same level and may not apply for programmes at a lower level. III. Support Policies  1. Beijing Campus (1) Eligible for appointment to the Beijing Normal University Distinguished Scholar position, with direct appointment to senior professional title (full or associate professor level, subject to passing the university's talent recruitment assessment process); (2) Competitive remuneration and allowances shall be provided; (3) National research funding and matching research support funds; (4) One-off national subsidies and matching living allowances; (5) Provision of a postdoctoral team and doctoral student recruitment quotas; (6) Provision of temporary accommodation in accordance with the university's housing policy; (7) Access to nationally leading educational resources across all stages of pre-school and compulsory education. 2. Zhuhai Campus (1) Eligibility for appointment to elite talent positions, including direct appointment as Professor (subject to passing the university's talent recruitment assessment process); (2) Competitive remuneration and allowances within the Greater Bay Area; (3) National research support funding and institutional research start-up funds; (4) One-off national subsidies plus additional matching subsidies from Guangdong Province and Zhuhai Municipality; (5) Attractive on-campus relocation allowance; (6) Allocation of postgraduate student recruitment quotas in accordance with university policies; (7) Provision of temporary accommodation or rental subsidies, with eligibility to apply for university co-ownership housing; (8) Nationally leading comprehensive educational resources spanning preschool through compulsory education. IV. Contact Information Young scholars wishing to apply for this programme through our university should email their CV to their respective faculty contact address, with the subject line: "Application for Overseas Outstanding Young Scholars Programme + Name + Research Field". Faculties will promptly liaise with prospective candidates to follow up on subsequent application procedures. Follow our WeChat official account (Jingshi Talent Home) for the latest programme updates. 1. Beijing Campus Talent and Personnel Department Ms Meng Telephone: 010-58804755 Email: rcb@bnu.edu.cn Research Institute Mr Liu Telephone: 010-58800226 Email:liuningyin@bnu.edu.cn Serial No. - Organisation Name (in no particular order) - Name - Office Telephone - Email Faculty of Geographical Sciences Mr. Dang 010-58805776 dangyinuo@bnu.edu.cn School of Mathematical Sciences Mr. Liu 010-58808170 mathky@bnu.edu.cn School of chemistry Mr. Han 010-58807838 chem_renshi@bnu.edu.cn School of Physics and Astronomy Mr. Luo 010-58804293  wtrs@bnu.edu.cn School of Systems Science Mr. Wang 010-58807880 wchf@bnu.edu.cn School of Environmental Sciences Mr. Liu 010-58801830 envhr@bnu.edu.cn School of Life Sciences Mr. Wang 010-58802047 hrcls@bnu.edu.cn School of Artificial Intelligence Professor Xi 010-58807938 xiqi@bnu.edu.cn Ms Gong 010-58804721 gongzz@bnu.edu.cn Water Science Research Institute Professor Yun 010-58802736 cws-hr@bnu.edu.cn Faculty of Education Ms Zhao 010-58804089 rsb-foe@bnu.edu.cn Faculty of Psychology Ms. Teng 010-58808187 psyoffice@bnu.edu.cn School of Economics and Business Administration Professor Wang 010-58805462 wangyingbnu@bnu.edu.cn School of Government Management Mr. Wu 010-58808256 wuxuemin524@163.com School of Sociology Mr/Mrs Liu 010-58801516 08169@bnu.edu.cn  Collaborative Innovation Centre for Monitoring the Quality of Basic Education in China Mr. Ren 010-58808939 11312019228@bnu.edu.cn School of statistics Mr. Hou 010-58801880 hou@bnu.edu.cn China's Education and Social Development Research Institute  Mr. Li 010-58807406 think@bnu.edu.cn 2. Zhuhai Campus Human Resources Office Ms. Hu   Ms. Tian Telephone: 0756-3683197/3067 E-mail: zhuhai_hr@bnu.edu.cn Research Office: Ms. Jiang Tel: 0756-3683150 Email: jyl@bnu.edu.cn Serial number - Organisation Name ( Listed in no particular order) - Name - Office Telephone - Email Future Education Institute Ms. Xue 0756-3621690 wljyhr@bnu.edu.cn Belt and Road Institute Ms. Chu 010-58806522 chutianshu_brs@bnu.edu.cn Faculty of Arts and Sciences Mr Wu  (Department of Mathematics, Department of Physics, Department of Systems Science, Department of Big Data) 0756-3683296 wuqian0425@bnu.edu.cn Mr Liu ( Department of History, Department of Psychology, Department of Philosophy, Department of Statistics) 0756-3683975 liumengchen@bnu.edu.cn  Mr Jiang (Department of Chinese, Department of Foreign Languages, Department of Chemistry, Department of Biology, Department of Geography) 0756-3683547 lenajiang@bnu.edu.cn School of  Future Design Ms. Yu 0756-3683973 design@bnu.edu.cn National Security and Emergency Management School of Management Mr Wang 0756-3683412 wm2008@bnu.edu.cn Bay Area International Business School Mr. Zhang 0756-3683260 zhangyaoyao@bnu.edu.cn School of Future Technologies ( Institute for Frontier Interdisciplinary Research)  Professor Fang 0756-3683287  tecs@bnu.edu.cn