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The University of Surrey is an international University with a world class teaching and research profile that is innovative, forward thinking and achieving notable results. Our research seeks to address global challenges, drive innovation, and deliver real-world impact. In the most recent UK Research Excellence Framework (REF2021), our research was ranked in the UK top 20 for research outputs. The University offers excellent multidisciplinary facilities within which to advance your career. In the School of Veterinary Medicine, you will have the opportunity to work with experts from world class NHS hospitals and veterinary institutes. We are seeking to recruit a Senior Lecturer or Associate Professor (Reader) in Predictive In Vitro Models to strengthen the University’s leadership in technology-driven biomedical research and advance our advance the 3Rs agenda. As a Senior Lecturer/Associate Professor, you will be expected to develop and lead a significant externally funded programme of research in line with the Faculty of Health and Medical Science’s mission of sustainably improve the health and wellbeing of humans and animals, and their environments through new knowledge and its application to the design, development and delivery of responsible innovation and impact. About the role Within the School of Veterinary Medicine, you will join the Section of Molecular Cellular Medicine within the Discipline of Comparative Biomedical Sciences. In the role you will: Establish and lead a sustainable research group, developing complex, multi-organ in vitro models for predictive disease research Work collaboratively with other researchers in the School to design and develop applications of in vitro models in their research areas Generate high quality publications and demonstrable impact Secure significant external research income to support the work of your research group Foster cross-disciplinary collaborations, including in silico modelling e.g. digital twins Enhance industry engagement and translational research impact. Mentor postgraduate research students and postdoctoral fellows Make high quality, research-led contributions to undergraduate and postgraduate teaching within the School, including on the RCVS-accredited BVMSci veterinary degree course. About you Our Senior Lecturers and Associate Professors play an important role in advancing research and innovation and influencing the future of the veterinary profession. As such, you will have: Proven track record in technology-driven in vitro model development. Evidence of real-world application of models across multiple research fields. Ability to contribute to 3Rs objectives in cancer, pain, vascular and gut research. A proven track record of substantial external research grant income generation A proven commitment to delivery of inspiring, engaging learning and teaching at undergraduate and postgraduate level Experience in silico modelling collaborations to enhance predictive power and a strong track record of cross-sector partnerships (academia, industry, regulatory bodies) are desirable. To apply When completing the online application form, we would welcome: a cover letter (no more than 2 pages), your CV and a brief supporting statement/ vision document (no more than 3 pages) outlining your intended five-year research plan. Informal enquiries can be made to Dr Martha Betson, Head of Department, Comparative Biomedical Sciences (m.betson@surrey.ac.uk) or Dr Giovanna Nalesso, Associate Head, Research and Innovation (g.nalesso@surrey.ac.uk). We wish to create the conditions for success for our new starters in the Vet School, by facilitating their growth and development within our institution. To achieve this, we have established the following guiding principle for all new staff members who are on a local/Guildford contract, effective for all new starters.  Four-Day On-Campus Commitment: New staff into this post are expected to be physically present on campus for a minimum of four days each week during their initial four to six months of employment. This requirement is adjusted on a pro-rata basis for part-time staff members. Further details Job Description Job Description

Employment Type: Full Time, 35 hours per week; Multiple positions available Duration: 5 years fixed term Remuneration: Academic Level C/D $155K - $185K per annum (based on experience) + 17% super+ annual leave loading Location: Sydney, New South Wales. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates must hold unrestricted work rights to be considered for this position. About Us: UNSW isn’t like other places you’ve worked. Yes, we’re a large organisation with a diverse and talented community; a community doing extraordinary things. Together, we are driven to be thoughtful, practical, and purposeful in all we do. Taking this combined approach is what makes our work matter. It’s the reason we’re one of the top 20 universities in the world (QS top 20) and a member of Australia’s prestigious Group of Eight. If you want a career where you can thrive, be challenged and do meaningful work, you’re in the right place. The Australian Research Centre for Cancer Survivorship (ARCCS) at UNSW Sydney is a world-first cancer survivorship research centre established through a landmark $40 million partnership with Cancer Council NSW. ARCCS is dedicated to understanding and improving long-term outcomes and quality of life for people living with and beyond cancer, tackling the physical, emotional, social and financial challenges survivors may face. The Centre brings together researchers, clinicians, survivors, carers and communities to co-design evidence-based solutions that inform practice, policy and health systems, ensuring tailored, person-centred care that helps people not just survive, but thrive. ARCCS also prioritises addressing inequities in care and strengthening survivorship support across Australia and globally. Position Summary The Senior Research Fellow/Associate Professor (Level C/D) will provide research leadership within the Australian Research Centre for Cancer Survivorship (ARCCS), a world-first centre at UNSW dedicated to improving outcomes and quality of life for people living with and beyond cancer. The appointee will develop an independent, high-impact research program aligned to ARCCS’s five key areas: survivorship epidemiology, precision survivorship, behaviour and health, multimorbidity and complex care, and person-centred care. The role involves securing competitive research funding, mentoring emerging researchers and HDR candidates, building national and international collaborations, and strengthening the Centre’s growing research reputation. Reporting to the Centre Director, this research-intensive position has no direct reports and offers an exciting opportunity for emerging and established leaders to shape the future of cancer survivorship research. Skills & Experience At Level C A PhD in a related discipline, and/or relevant work experience. Experience and track record in cancer survivorship research Demonstrated ability to collaborate with clinical partners, interdisciplinary partners and people with lived experience of cancer. Proven commitment to proactively keeping up to date with discipline knowledge and developments. Demonstrated track record in research with outcomes of high quality and high impact with clear evidence of the desire and ability to continually achieve research excellence as well as the capacity for research leadership. Demonstrated ability to work in a team, collaborate across disciplines and build effective relationships. Evidence of highly developed interpersonal and organisational skills. At Level D (as well as above) Significant track record in research leadership with outcomes of high quality and high international impact with clear evidence of the desire and ability to continually achieve research excellence and deliver research leadership. Demonstrated academic excellence and outstanding contribution to research and scholarship. Demonstrated leadership in building engagement and partnerships with the profession and industry. Benefits and Culture: UNSW offer a competitive salary and access to a plethora of UNSW-perks including: Career development opportunities 17% Superannuation contributions and additional leave loading payments 10 days paid cultural leave per year Additional 3 days of leave over Christmas period Discounts and entitlements (retail, education, fitness) More information on the great staff benefits and culture can be found here How to Apply: To be considered for this role, you must address the Selection Criteria which are outlined in the “Skills and Experience” section of the position description. Applications that do not address these criteria will not be considered. For more information, refer to the Position Description available on JOBS@UNSW. Make each day matter with a meaningful career at UNSW. Submit your application including your resume & cover letter online before Tuesday 10th March 2026 at 11:55pm. A copy of the Position Description can be found on JOBS@UNSW. Pre-Employment Checks Aligned with UNSW’s focus on cultivating a workplace defined by safety, ethical conduct, and strong integrity preferred candidates will be required to participate in a combination of pre-employment checks relevant to the role they have applied for. These pre-employment checks may include a combination of some of the following checks: -  National and International Criminal history checks Entitlement to work and ID checks Working With Children Checks Completion of a Gender-Based Violence Prevention Declaration Verification of relevant qualifications Verification of relevant professional membership Employment history and reference checks Financial responsibility assessments/checks. Medical Checks and Assessments Compliance with the necessary combination of these checks is a condition of employment at UNSW. Get in Touch: Aarti a.aarti@unsw.edu.au Talent Acquisition Associate Please apply through the application portal and not via the contact above. UNSW is committed to equity diversity and inclusion. Applications from women, people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, those living with disabilities, members of the LGBTIQ+ community; and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, are encouraged. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff. The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.

The Faculty of Veterinary Medicine invites applications for a position of a Research infrastructure specialist (veterinary pathologist) The position is a fixed term position until 31.12.2028, preferably starting full time in the beginning of May 2026. The Finnish Center for Laboratory Animal Pathology, FCLAP, is a core facility service of the University of Helsinki. This position is technically based at the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine in Veterinary Biosciences, veterinary pathology and parasitology, in Viikki campus Helsinki. FCLAP is a core service providing expertise in veterinary pathology, focusing on laboratory animal pathology, for research groups and external clients. We provide histotechnological services and expertise in morphological methods to assess pathological changes and specific phenotypical features in laboratory/experimental animals. The aim of FCLAP is to provide veterinary pathology expertise for research projects involving animal work and hereby optimize the use of experimental animals in research. FCLAP is one of the HiLIFE research infrastructures and belongs to the Histotechnology and Laboratory Animal Pathology platform. FCLAP provides technical services such as trimming, processing and paraffin embedding of tissue specimens, preparation of unstained paraffin and frozen sections, histochemical staining (HE and a range of special stains), immunohistochemistry (including testing of new antibodies), in-situ hybridization, consultation and tutoring on histological tissue processing. Further we provide pathology services regarding assessment of morphological tissue changes, necropsy and tissue sampling, assistance with experimental design and choice of techniques in pathology. The research infrastructure specialist’s responsibilities include client contact, planning, executing and coordinating projects within the core facility, providing pathology expertise within the projects and financial oversight of the work. The research infrastructure specialist is also involved in training veterinary pathologists. FCLAP works in close connection with the histopathology laboratory, including three technical staff, and the section for veterinary parasitology and pathology at the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, providing a collegium of around 10 academic colleagues. The research infrastructure specialist is the head of the FCLAP services. What we expect and appreciate We expect a license to practice as a veterinarian in Europe experience and expertise in veterinary pathology excellent skills in English (orally and written reports) readiness to work in a teaching and research environment good cooperation skills and ability to work in joint groups with variable nationalities ability to manage research projects and their finances ability to take administrative tasks and serve as a technical lead who guides the projects We also highly appreciate a professional specialist degree in veterinary pathology (Diplomate of ECVP or ACVP) and/or a PhD degree knowledge of appropriate laboratory/work safety protocols and quality systems developmental mindset Why us We offer versatile work in an inspiring environment and the opportunity to develop your own expertise as part of the internationally respected and high-quality research and teaching activities of the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine. The position offers the possibility to work as an expert in a wide variety of research projects and studies involving laboratory animals and pathology. FCLAP provides modern facilities with cutting edge methodology at hand and customers from both academia as well as the private sector. The customer relations and streamlining of the procedure can largely be built and mended independently by the appointee. The colleagues at the discipline of pathology and parasitology, including certified veterinary pathologists, researchers and teachers, provide a team for consultation and discussions when needed. The salary is based on the salary system of Finnish universities, scale of an expert and support staff (MV9-10), and the monthly gross salary will be about 3 900–4 700 euros depending on the appointee’s experience and merits. The appointment includes a six-month probationary period for new employees. How to apply Please submit your application and the required attachments preferably as a single pdf file, through the University of Helsinki Recruitment System. An application must include a motivational letter and your CV, and a possible publication list. The closing date for applications is 15 March 2026 (23:59 EET). Further information Position and operational environment: Ass. professor Pernilla Syrjä, pernilla.syrja@helsinki.fi, p. +358504358736 Recruitment process: HR Specialist Heidi Kauppinen, rekrytointi@helsinki.fi, p. +358504155341 Finnish Center for Laboratory Animal Pathology: https://www.helsinki.fi/en/infrastructures/histotechnology-and-laboratory-animal-pathology/infrastructures/finnish-centre-laboratory-animal-pathology Histotechnology and Laboratory Animal Pathology: https://www.helsinki.fi/en/infrastructures/histotechnology-and-laboratory-animal-pathology Life Science Research Infrastructures: https://www.helsinki.fi/en/hilife-helsinki-institute-life-science/services/life-science-research-infrastructures Working at the University of Helsinki: https://www.helsinki.fi/en/about-us/careers Support for new international staff: https://www.helsinki.fi/en/about-us/careers/information-arriving-international-staff Related to the operational environment Viikki Campus: https://www.helsinki.fi/en/about-us/university-helsinki/campuses/viikki-campus Faculty of Veterinary Medicine: https://www.helsinki.fi/en/faculty-veterinary-medicine Veterinary Biosciences: https://www.helsinki.fi/en/faculty-veterinary-medicine/research/veterinary-biosciences Veterinary Teaching Hospital: https://www.helsinki.fi/en/veterinary-teaching-hospital HOH Helsinki One Health: https://www.helsinki.fi/en/networks/helsinki-one-health Why Finland and Helsinki Finland is a member of the EU, has high quality and inexpensive childcare, free schooling and tertiary training (also in English), generous family benefits and healthcare, and was recently ranked as the best country in the world for expat families (https://toolbox.finland.fi/life-society/country-ranking-family-life-for-expats). Finland also repeatedly tops the World Happiness Report (https://toolbox.finland.fi/life-society/finland-the-happiest-country-in-the-world). Why Finland is a great place to live and work: https://www.helsinki.fi/en/about-us/careers/why-finland Welcome to Helsinki: https://welcome.helsinki 10 reasons to work in Helsinki: https://www.helsinki.fi/en/about-us/careers/why-helsinki About the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine The Faculty of Veterinary Medicine at the University of Helsinki is the only institution of higher education in Finland to train veterinarians. It consists of 750 undergraduate and postgraduate students and employs approximately 150 academic staff. The degree programmes are accredited following the European System of Evaluation of Veterinary Training (ESEVT). The Faculty has four departments (Food Hygiene and Environmental Health, Equine and Small Animal Medicine, Production Animal Medicine, and Veterinary Biosciences) and a Veterinary Teaching Hospital. The Faculty is located on two campuses, Viikki (Helsinki) and Mäntsälä (approximately one hour north of Helsinki). Most of the Faculty is located at the Viikki Campus, along with Faculties of Agriculture and Forestry, Biological and Environmental Sciences, Pharmacy, as well as several independent research units operating in life sciences. The research and teaching activities at the Viikki Campus are supported by state-of-the-art infrastructures, including electron microscopy, genome analysis, proteomics, in vitro and in vivo animal imaging and electrophysiology, mouse behavioral phenotyping and biosafety laboratories for work on pathogenic microbes. Biodata Analytics Unit, which provides help and support in bioinformatics, modelling, machine learning and statistics, is also located on the Viikki campus. Department of Production Animal Medicine and Production Animal Hospital are located on the Mäntsälä campus.