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About the University of Reading

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The University of Reading began life in the 19th century as an extension College of the University of Oxford, before being awarded university status in 1926.

Reading is now a leading UK university and home to 17,000 students from over 150 countries. It offers a wide range of degree programmes encompassing the pure and applied sciences, social sciences, languages, arts, humanities and business.

With a reputation for multidisciplinary research and collaborations, the university comprises over 50 research centres, which are recognised centres of excellence, in areas that include agriculture, meteorology, the physical sciences, and European history and culture.

In the 2014 Research Excellence Framework, 98% of Reading’s research was rated as being of international standing

It operates across three campuses. Its main Whiteknights campus has won awards for its 130 hectares of beautiful parkland, while the historic London Road campus has recently undergone a £30 million transformation. The Greenlands Campus, situated on the banks of the River Thames, houses one of Europe’s top business schools, along with a fitness centre, business facilities and conference centre,

The university has a strong global presence, with a business school located in Johannesburg, an overseas campus in Malaysia and a newly established joint Academy with Nanjing University of Information Science and Technology in China. It is also runs the Thames Valley Science Park, a cluster of 70 high-tech companies located on its Whiteknights campus.

Reading’s various campuses also feature a sports park, a film theatre, four museums, 300,000 plant specimens, lakes, meadows and a cherry tree orchard.

Its Henley Business School holds triple-accredited status, while The Financial Times and The Economist both consistently rank it as being in the world’s top 50 business schools.

Reading is a lively city famed for hosting one of the biggest annual music festivals in the UK. Over 87,000 music fans attend Reading Festival each summer to see some of the biggest names in music. The Berkshire town is also home to an abundance of parks, shopping and sports facilities.

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31% (1)
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The University of Hong Kong

Hong Kong

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The University of Hong Kong

Hong Kong


Ref.: 534873 Work type: Full-time Department: Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, School of Clinical Medicine (21000) Categories: Senior Research Staff & Post-doctoral Fellow Post-doctoral Fellow in the [Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology] (Ref.: 534873)  We now invite applications for the captioned post. Duties and Responsibilities Provide scientific leadership and methodological oversight of the project, ensuring adherence to international research standards and ethical guidelines. Lead the design and development of computational simulation methodologies for testing orthopaedic implants. Contribute to research and development initiatives for implants and instruments as part of grant-funded and industry partners. Oversee data analysis pipelines and perform statistical analyses, including the validation of both standard and custom implant tests through computational simulation and mechanical testing. Develop computational models to support the design and application of patient-specific implants in clinical settings. Lead preparation of scientific reports, ensuring alignment with funder and ethics requirements. Draft and submit peer-reviewed publications and conference presentations to disseminate research findings. Supervise and mentor junior research staff to build research capacity. Perform grant applications, project management, and other duties as assigned. Requirements A Ph.D. degree in Epidemiology, Biomedical Sciences, Computer Science, Data Science, or related disciplines. A proven track record in peer-reviewed publications and research experience in computer graphics, 3D simulation, preferably in orthopaedic- or medical-related projects. At least 3 years' experience in research coordination. Strong programming and data analysis skills with high implementation efficiency. Good interpersonal, communication, organizational and problem-solving skills. The ability to work on a tight schedule to meet project deadlines. The ability to work independently and in a team. Self-motivated and responsible. What We Offer The appointment will commence as soon as possible on a temporary basis for 1 year, with the possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance and funding availability. A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered. Other benefits include annual leave, medical benefits and free access to on-campus gyms and libraries. How to Apply The University only accepts online application for the above post. Applicants should apply online and upload an up-to-date C.V. Review of applications will commence as soon as possible and continue until 30 April 2026, or until the post(s) are filled, whichever is earlier. The University is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to equality, ethics, inclusivity, diversity and transparency

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UNIVERSITY OF MELBOURNE

The University of Melbourne

Australia

institution

The University of Melbourne

Australia


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AUSTRALIAN NATIONAL UNIVERSITY (ANU)

The Australian National University

Australia, Canberra

institution

The Australian National University

Australia, Canberra


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MASARYK UNIVERSITY

Masaryk University

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Masaryk University

Czech Republic, Brno


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DURHAM UNIVERSITY

Durham University

United Kingdom, Durham

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United Kingdom, Durham


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