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Lancaster University invites applications for a full-time, indefinite Assistant Professor (Lecturer) in Computer Science to join its ambitious and growing campus in Leipzig, Germany.The successful candidate will ideally take up the appointment no later than January 2027.Located in one of Germany's most dynamic, liveable, and culturally vibrant cities, Lancaster University Leipzig delivers the same academic excellence and student experience as Lancaster University's UK campus. As part of a globally connected institution, the Leipzig campus combines the advantages of a close-knit academic community with access to an international network of scholars, researchers, and industry partners.We are seeking an outstanding academic to strengthen the research profile of the School of Computing and Communications and contribute to the continued development of our undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in areas such as Computer Science, Software Engineering, Data Science, and Cyber Security.The successful candidate will contribute to the University's research, teaching, and engagement activities by:Developing a high-quality, internationally recognised research programme in Computer Science;Publishing research in leading journals and conferences;Pursuing external research funding opportunities;Delivering excellent teaching across undergraduate and postgraduate programmes;Contributing to curriculum development through innovative, practice-oriented teaching approaches;Supporting knowledge exchange, industry engagement, and public outreach activities;Participating actively in the academic life of the department and wider University.Applicants must hold a PhD in Computer Science or a closely related discipline and possess a strong foundation in core areas of the field.The ideal candidate will demonstrate:An emerging or established record of high-quality research;Experience of effective university-level teaching;A commitment to student engagement and academic citizenship;Evidence of outreach, knowledge exchange, professional service, or wider community engagement.German language skills are not required for this position. However, we are particularly interested in candidates who are enthusiastic about building a long-term academic career at Lancaster University Leipzig.We warmly encourage applications from candidates from under-represented groups.Joining our Computer Science team offers the opportunity to shape the future of a growing international campus while advancing your own academic career. We offer:A collegial, interdisciplinary, and supportive academic environment;Opportunities for collaboration across Lancaster University's global research network;Access to Leipzig's thriving and expanding research ecosystem;Extensive professional development opportunities, including support towards Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA);A permanent contract following a six-month probationary period;Clear promotion pathways to Associate Professor and Professor;Comprehensive relocation support, including assistance with accommodation, visa and settlement processes, school registration for children, and German language training for you and your partner.To apply, please submit the following documents in PDF format:A cover letter;A research statement (maximum four pages) outlining:Your research achievements and future vision;How your work would strengthen the department's research profile;Potential collaborations across Lancaster University, both in Leipzig and internationally;A teaching statement (maximum two pages);A current curriculum vitae.Applications that do not include all required documents will not be considered.For an informal discussion about the position, please contact: Dr Guido SchmitzHead of Department via email: [email protected] details about Lancaster University Leipzig can be found at www.lancasterleipzig.deFurther details Lancaster’s School of Computing and Communication (SCC) can be found at www.lancaster.ac.uk/scc Please note that this is a full-time, indefinite position based in Leipzig, Germany. The contracting employer is Lancaster Leipzig GmbH. Closing Date: 26 Jul 2026 Department: Academic Salary: £63,419 to £71,073 (Full-time indefinite)

We are seeking applications for a 5 month Senior Research Associate to work within the Department of Mathematics and Statistics at Lancaster University, as a part of the EPSRC grant "Exploring and exploiting new representations for multivariate extremes".This grant focuses on developing understanding of geometric representations of extremes, and how these can be used to provide state-of-the-art statistical methodology for multivariate extreme value problems. The Principal Investigator on the grant is Jennifer Wadsworth and the postdoc position will be based in Lancaster.Your role would be to work, both independently and together with the PI and collaborators, on statistical methodology for, and applications of, multivariate extreme value theory. You will publish and disseminate results via journal articles, conference presentations and open source computer code.You should have completed, or be close to completing a PhD in statistics, data science or a closely related discipline. You should have a good record of research in terms of submitted and draft publications, and be able to demonstrate strong programming skills (e.g. R, Matlab, C++). Experience with multivariate extreme value theory is essential, whilst experience with the so-called “geometric approach” to multivariate extremes would be highly advantageous.The position is available from September 1st 2026, and will run for a maximum of 5 months. Interviews will be carried out shortly after the closing date.We welcome applications from people in all diversity groups.Interested candidates are encouraged to informally contact Dr Jennifer Wadsworth ([email protected]) if they have any queries about the position. Closing Date: 30 Jun 2026 Department: Research Salary: £39,906 to £46,049 (Full-Time/Indefinite with End Date)

Are you medically qualified and currently practicing in psychiatry within an NHS organisation, with demonstrable expertise in clinical research and education in this field? We are seeking an inspirational researcher, educator and role model to join both the Kent and Medway Medical School as a clinical academic and the Kent and Medway Mental Health NHS Trust as a Consultant Psychiatrist. This is a joint appointment with Kent and Medway Mental Health NHS Trust and approximately 50% of the role will be carried out under an honorary consultant contract with the Trust in adult psychiatry. This is an exciting opportunity to undertake high quality research within an innovative academic environment, to initiate new avenues of research and to make an important contribution to the aims of Kent and Medway Mental Health NHS Trust, the medical school and the partner universities. To make your mark in this role you must be suitably qualified and an experienced senior clinician, with evidence of medical education experience, high quality research, publications and conference presentations, and an innovative and co-operative approach that matches our own. This post is based across Maidstone, Canterbury, Kent and Medway. In this role you will:Engage in individual and collaborative research and scholarship Develop income from research, enterprise or corporate engagement Deliver high-quality teaching to students in KMMS Manage, appraise and give professional supervision to Resident doctors within the Trust Ensure that Resident doctors working with the post holder operate within the parameters of the New Deal and are Working Time Directive compliant Undertake the administrative duties associated with the care of patients in the Trust To be successful in this role you will have: Current medical qualification, full GMC registration with current licence to practise in general adult psychiatry with entry on the GMC Specialist Register (or within 6 months) A research or professional doctoral degree (PhD or MD) in a relevant discipline or equivalent experience Evidence of research excellence in psychiatry including publications in internationally competitive journals and conference presentations A Certificate of Completion of Specialist training (CCST) and approved under S12 OR able to achieve with 3 months of appointment Kent and Medway Mental Health NHS Trust provides specialist mental health care to the people of Kent and Medway through award winning services and has ambitious plans to become an exemplar in Research and Quality Improvement. KMMS opened to our first cohort of students in September 2020. Our mission is to widen participation, train excellent doctors, and improve health in Kent and Medway.  Prospective candidates are encouraged to contact Professor Sukhwinder Shergill ([email protected]) for an informal discussion about the role. Please see the links below for the job description and to apply for this post. Please note that the job description is currently pending approval from the Royal College of Psychiatrists. For further information regarding the application process please contact [email protected] quoting reference number KMMS-086-26-R. As a member of our team, you can expect a friendly, open and collaborative working environment and support in your development and wellbeing. You'll enjoy a range of great staff benefits including: 43 days' leave per year (personal leave, bank holidays and additional days allocated for the Christmas period, pro rata for part-time staff) Excellent pension scheme with generous employer contributions Corporate employee-funded healthcare plan, in partnership with Benenden HealthFor more information about what you can look forward to if you join us, visit our dedicated webpage: Working at Kent Closing Date: 12 Jul 2026 Section: Academic Salary: Clinical Academic (salary will be benchmarked to the NHS pay scale appropriate to the successful candidate’s clinical discipline and level in clinical practice)

Job DescriptionTe Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity This is an exciting opportunity to play a leading role in the coordination and delivery of several multi-centre clinical trials at the Liggins Institute, with a focus on maternal and neonatal health research.As a Senior Human Health Research Coordinator, you will provide operational leadership across a portfolio of complex clinical trials conducted in collaboration with hospitals and research teams throughout Aotearoa New Zealand and internationally. You will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day coordination and management of studies from start-up through to close-out, ensuring studies are delivered to a high standard and within agreed timelines, budgets, and regulatory requirements.Key responsibilities will include preparing and coordinating ethics and locality submissions, managing study documentation and trial master files, overseeing recruitment and site engagement activities, monitoring study progress and data quality, and ensuring compliance with Good Clinical Practice (GCP), ethical standards, and study protocols. You will work closely with Principal Investigators, clinicians, research staff, Te Whatu Ora, external collaborators, and participants to support effective trial delivery across multiple sites.The role will also involve developing and maintaining strong working relationships with site teams, facilitating communication across stakeholders, supporting participant recruitment strategies, preparing reports for ethics committees, funders, and governance groups, and contributing to problem-solving and operational planning for complex studies.As a senior member of the team, you will provide mentorship and guidance to other research coordinators and support a collaborative and high-performing research environment. You may also contribute to grant applications, protocol development, staff training, and continuous improvement initiatives within the research platform.This position requires excellent organisational and communication skills, the ability to manage multiple competing priorities, and confidence working independently within a clinical research environment. Experience in clinical trial coordination in Aotearoa New Zealand, particularly within maternal, neonatal, or hospital-based research, would be highly advantageous.  The post holder will contribute to a number of research trials and studies including the C*STEROID Trial, the PRECeDe Trial, the PROMOAT Trial and other ongoing and upcoming research in maternal, perinatal and neonatal health.This is a part-time (30h per week), fixed term (2 years) position.The salary range for this role is $78,601–$90,700 (prorated) depending on skills and experience.For more detailed information, please refer to the Position Description.Mō tō mātou rōpū | About the teamYou will be part of a dedicated team of Human Health Research Coordinators within the Human Health Research Services Platform. The team supports a range of research groups across the Institute, providing coordination and operational expertise to ensure the delivery of high-quality human health research outcomes.He kōrero mōu | About youYou will be someone who thrives in a leadership role within a collaborative research environment. You will bring a proactive, detail-oriented approach to research coordination and have a strong foundation in managing clinical trials. You will be confident mentoring others and navigating regulatory frameworks with professionalism and integrity.To be successful in this role, you will have:EssentialA relevant tertiary qualification (e.g. science, nursing, public health, allied health, health/medical sciences)At least 4–6 years of experience in human health research, including managing multiple studies, preferably clinical trialsStrong understanding of Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and research ethicsKnowledge of Aotearoa New Zealand regulatory requirementsExperience managing research data and a good understanding of data management practicesFamiliarity with REDCap or similar electronic data capture systemsStrong experience in clinical research documentation and study managementExcellent written and verbal communication skillsAbility to work independently and collaboratively across multidisciplinary teamsPreferred:Project management or human health-related research certificationExperience working in multi-centre clinical trialsLeadership experience in a multidisciplinary teamExperience managing investigational or research-use-only productsNgā āhuatanga kei a mātou | What we offerThe University of Auckland is Aotearoa New Zealand’s leading university and maintains significant computational, laboratory and analytic facilities. Auckland itself is frequently rated as one of the world’s most liveable cities. The University is committed to providing an excellent working environment through:Flexible employment practices (including working from home, flexible hours)Up to 6.75% company superannuation schemeA competitive salary with five weeks’ annual leaveIn addition, we also offer career development programmes, discounted car parking, a generous parental leave allowance, childcare and a number of other discounts on internal and external services. For more information, please visit Staff Benefits.Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to applyApplications must be submitted online, by the closing date of 19 June 2026 to be considered. Please include your cover letter and your CV highlighting how you can meet the skills and experiences detailed above.We reserve the right to close applications early if a suitable candidate is found.Please reach out to Sarah Benge via [email protected] for a confidential conversation. Please note we are happy to answer your questions, but we do not accept applications by email.