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About us The post sits within the Department of Basic and Clinical Neuroscience at the Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology and Neuroscience (IoPPN). The IoPPN is renowned for its high-quality research and is the most cited research centre outside the US and the second most cited in the world, according to indicators by Thomson Reuters, SciVal and more. The King’s Motor Neuron Disease Care and Research Centre, in the Department of Basic and Clinical Neuroscience is an international multi-award-winning centre for clinical care and research into motor neuron diseases, focussing on understanding the condition, developing new treatments and testing the treatments in clinical trials. It is a key part of the UK Motor Neuron Disease Research Institute, a government and charity funded network of internationally and nationally recognised centres of excellence for motor neuron disease. Our vision is to accelerate the search for a cure through the coordinated efforts of national and international multidisciplinary research. About the role The role is to provide clinical research and clinical trials support to our portfolio of MND research studies. This is a part time post (20 hours per week), with fixed commitments on Wednesday and Thursday and other meetings as required. You will be offered an a fixed term contract form January 2026 (or as soon as possible thereafter) for one year. There is no on-call commitment. 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 Full GMC / NMC / other relevant body registration with valid license to practice Experience in Neurology & managing people with MND, MND clinical trials, and work in multi-professional teams Having research experience, presentations or publications, with clear, logical thinking showing an analytical/scientific approach Good standard of written and spoken English to facilitate communication with patients, healthcare professionals and other staff, with the ability to communicate with clarity and intelligibility, build rapport, listen, persuade and negotiate, and to produce legible notes Appropriate level of clinical knowledge, with evidence-informed practice and awareness of own limitations, and understanding of clinical risk management Ability to prioritise clinical need, organise oneself & own work, change, adapt, respond to rapidly changing circumstances, operate under pressure, cope with setbacks and self-aware Evidence of participation and active involvement in audit project – be well prepared, shows self-discipline/commitment, is punctual and meets deadlines, displays honesty, integrity, aware of ethical dilemmas, respects confidentiality Desirable criteria Advanced Life Support (or equivalent) teaching experience / qualifications Evidence of excellence in training (e.g. medical school projects & prizes, post-graduate qualifications), special commitment to speciality, and academic prizes and honours Understanding of NHS, clinical governance & resource constraints; management/financial awareness exp of committee work Having enthusiasm for teaching - exposure to different grps/teaching methods, teaching the teachers course and certificate Evidence of teaching experience; involvement in organised teaching 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. This post is subject to Disclosure and Barring Service and Occupational Health clearances. Grade and Salary: £45,943 - £67,610 , plus £2,162 London Weighting Allowance per annum pro rata Job ID: 133305 Close Date: 18-Dec-2025 Contact Person: Ammar Al-Chalabi Contact Details: ammar.al-chalabi@kcl.ac.uk

The Role Two posts are available. One is funded by the European Research Council (ERC), to start in October 2026, for a period of 3 years. The other is funded by UK Research & Innovation (UKRI), to start in June 2026, for a period of 3 years. Successful candidates will join thriving research teams within the Institute for Computational Cosmology (ICC) at Durham. The ICC is a leading group in computational cosmology research, having previously played key roles in the development of simulation techniques for dark matter, dark energy and galaxy formation, and in the establishment of the Lambda cold dark matter (LCDM) model, and has continued to be at the forefront of cosmology research. We are particularly interested in candidates with research interests in the following areas: ERC post: Cosmological tests of dark energy and modified gravity (contact: Baojiu Li) UKRI post: The use of cosmological simulations in the analysis of large-scale structure and galaxy redshift surveys, topics in the galaxy-halo connection, and field-level inference (contact: Sownak Bose) Benefits of these roles include: opportunity to undertake high quality research with connection to impact; working closely with people with extensive experience in theoretical, computational and observational cosmology in the wider astronomy group where collaborations are actively encouraged; opportunity to develop leadership skills, teaching experiences, and personal networks; time for career development, training and development of independent research ideas. The post holder will be expected to display the initiative and creativity, together with the appropriate skills and knowledge required, to lead and develop the research activities to meet the project goals. The post holder will be expected to be familiar with theoretical and computational cosmology, with first-hand experiences in the above-mentioned areas. The post holder is expected to be able to work effectively both independently and as part of a team. It is expected that, where appropriate, the post holder will enhance the international contacts of the group through the presentation of work at international workshops and conferences. The post holder is further expected to aid in the supervision of postgraduate students within the group, as well as contributing to the undergraduate teaching within the Department. Enquiries are welcome and should please be directed to or to Baojiu Li ( ) and Sownak Bose ( ). All enquiries will be treated in the strictest confidence. Key responsibilities: To understand and convey material of a specialist or highly technical nature to the team or group of people through presentations and discussions that leads to the presentation of research papers in conferences and publications.To prepare and deliver presentations on research outputs/activities to audiences which may include: research sponsors, academic and non-academic audiences.To engage with the ICC and the wider astronomy group, and attend group activities where appropriate.To publish high quality outputs, including papers for submission to peer reviewed journals and papers for presentation at conferences and workshops under the direction of the Principal Investigator or Grant-holder.To assist with the development of research objectives and proposals.To conduct individual and collaborative research projects under the direction of the Principal Investigator or Grant-holder.To work with the Principal Investigator or Grant-holder and other colleagues in the research group, as appropriate, to identify areas for research, develop new research methods and extend the research portfolio.To deal with problems that may affect the achievement of research objectives and deadlines by discussing with the Principal Investigator or Grant-holder and offering creative or innovative solutions.To liaise with research colleagues and make internal and external contacts to develop knowledge and understanding to form relationships for future research collaboration.To plan and manage own research activity, research resources in collaboration with others and contribute to the planning of research projects.To deliver training in research techniques/approaches to peers, visitors and students as appropriate.To be involved in student supervision, as appropriate, and assist with the assessment of the knowledge of students.To contribute to fostering a collegial working environment which is inclusive and welcoming and where everyone is treated fairly with dignity and respect.To engage in citizenship to support the department and wider discipline.To engage in continuing professional development by participation in the undergraduate or postgraduate teaching programmes or by membership of departmental committees, etc. and by attending relevant training and development courses. To communicate and collaborate with the industrial collaborators.Successful applicants will ideally be in post by the respective starting date for each post as mentioned above. This post is fixed term for three years which is set by the funding available.

Influence the future of podiatry education and research Work with passionate, diverse, and engaged colleagues Generous financial support available to assist with relocating to the vibrant city of Albury-Wodonga or surrounds The role Full time, continuing (held concurrently with Course Director role for an initial period of up to 3 years) Level C - AUD139,182 pa to AUD160,308 pa (plus allowances and 17% superannuation) Level D - AUD167,348 pa to AUD184,243 pa (plus allowances and 17% superannuation) Level E - AUD215,225 pa (plus allowances and 17% superannuation) Albury-Wodonga We are seeking a dynamic academic leader to join our podiatry team as an Senior Lecturer / Associate Professor or Professor, with the combined responsibility of Course Director. This is a unique opportunity to lead implementation of Charles Sturts innovative podiatry course in partnership with industry stakeholders, drive impactful research, and shape the future of podiatric medicine in regional Australia. You will: Lead the design, delivery, and accreditation of the podiatric medicine course. Lead the delivery of the Undergraduate Certificate in Foot Health. Inspire excellence in teaching, research, and student engagement. Strengthen and extend industry, professional and community partnerships to contribute highly valued graduates to the podiatry workforce. Be an inclusive leader to mentor academic staff and supervise HDR students. As the Course Director you will lead the academic management of the podiatric medicine and foot health programs, oversee curriculum design, enable quality assurance for course accreditation, and support the podiatry staff team to provide effective student support. You will liaise with industry and professional bodies, ensure compliance with university policies, and advise the Head of School on staffing and teaching quality. About you A doctoral qualification relevant to podiatric medicine and current full registration as a Podiatrist with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (Ahpra) A strong record of research, publication, and professional engagement. Proven leadership in curriculum development and academic management. A passion for student-focused learning, innovative approaches to teaching, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Commitment to equity, inclusion, and culturally safe practices. About us We are a university of the land and people of our regions. True to the character of regional Australia we have gumption, we have soul and we collaborate with others. We develop holistic, far-sighted people who help their communities grow and flourish. The Wiradjuri phrase yindyamarra winhanganha means the wisdom of respectfully knowing how to live well in a world worth living in. This phrase represents who we are at Charles Sturt University - our ethos. It comes from traditional Indigenous Australian knowledge, but it also speaks to the mission of universities - to develop and spread wisdom to make the world a better place. Harnessing technology, we thrive as a distributed yet connected community, welcoming and engaging with people across Australia and the world. Learn more about the Faculty of Science and Health here. Learn more about the School of Allied Health, Exercise and Sports Sciences here. Visit our website to learn about our great range of employee benefits. Charles Sturt University is committed to building a diverse workforce as shown through our Athena Swan Bronze Award, our Australian Workplace Equality Index Bronze Award and our membership of a range of diversity focused organisations including Diversity Council Australia and Pride in Diversity. We encourage applications from First Nations people, carers, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people with disability, neurodivergent people, and people of all age groups, genders and sexualities for all roles. To apply Click the Apply button and complete your application online, and address the selection criteria relevant for the level you are applying for in the position description and upload your CV. If you experience difficulties applying online or for further information on completing the application process please visit our how to apply page or contact us. Further information Additional information is available in the position description below: Position Description - Senior Lecturer in Podiatric Medicine Position Description - Associate Professor in Podiatric Medicine Position Description - Professor in Podiatric Medicine Position Description - Course Director - Podiatric Medicine or by contacting: Associate Professor Caroline Robinson | Course Director (Podiatric Medicine) | corobinson@csu.edu.au Closing Date: 11pm, 12 January 2026