Polytechnic Institute of Leiria

Full time, 2 years fixed term, located on the Camperdown Campus at the School of Chemistry Opportunity to drive a high-impact research program on engineering carbon fixation in cyanobacteria Base Salary, Academic level A, $113,400- $116,916 + 17% superannuation About the opportunity The School of Chemistry is currently seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate in Cyanobacterial Synthetic Biology who will work with the research group of Associate Professor Yu Heng Lau on engineering carbon fixation to enhance the growth of photosynthetic organisms. This project is funded by an ARC Discovery Project 2026, where the research associate will focus on engineering encapsulin protein cages in cyanobacteria, with optimal carbon fixing designs to be implemented in plants through collaboration with Professor Spencer Whitney at the Australian National University. The ultimate goal of this research program is to generate crops that are more resilient and resource-efficient, leading to increased agricultural productivity. Your key responsibilities will be to: drive a high-impact flagship research project on engineered carbon fixation, including cyanobacterial engineering, molecular cloning and library design, growth and enzymatic assays, protein cage design and engineering, protein purification, and biochemical analyses assist with supervision of junior research students, including laboratory supervision, project design, skill development, and career mentorship communicate and support research through writing of manuscripts, grant applications, and conference presentations help manage ongoing academic collaborations coordinate laboratory administrative tasks, including equipment maintenance and lab organisation. The School of Chemistry at the University of Sydney is a leading Chemistry department in the country, with outstanding staff and students undertaking world-leading teaching and research. The School has more than 30 academic staff, 100 research staff, and 100 research students that conduct research across the full spectrum of pure and applied chemistry, including chemical and synthetic biology. About you The University values courage and creativity; openness and engagement; inclusion and diversity; and respect and integrity. As such, we see the importance of recruiting talent aligned to these values and are looking for a Postdoctoral Research Associate in Cyanobacterial Synthetic Biology who has: a PhD in Synthetic Biology, Microbiology, Biochemistry, or closely-related discipline expertise in culturing and engineering cyanobacteria, or related microbiological experience experience in molecular biology or genetic engineering techniques ability to learn how to conduct protein purification and characterisation ability to operate and maintain biological equipment (e.g. FPLC, incushakers) Pre-employment checks Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment. EEO statement At the University of Sydney, our shared values are trust, accountability and excellence and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community that thrives through diversity and reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this through our commitment to diversity and inclusion, evidenced by our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people living with a disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and those who identify as LGBTIQ+. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds. We are proud to be recognised as an Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) Gold employer. Find out more about our work on diversity and inclusion. How to apply Applications (including a cover letter, CV, and any additional supporting documentation) can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page. For employees of the University or contingent workers, please login into your Workday account and navigate to the Career icon on your Dashboard. Click on USYD Find Jobs and apply. © The University of Sydney The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment. Click to view the Position Description for this role. Applications Close Wednesday 21 January 2026 11:59 PM

About us This is an exciting opportunity to gain and develop research skills. The post-holder will join Dr Tom Pollak’s research group and play a key role in innovative studies taking a new immunologically focussed approach to understanding and treating neuropsychiatric disorders. The group is investigating how the immune system may hold clues to how psychosis and other psychiatric disorders are caused and how people respond to treatments. We will investigate blood and cerebrospinal fluid from patients and use machine-learning to identify the treatment-relevant immune processes, with an emphasis on immune cells, autoantibodies and inflammatory markers. If we can show causal links, our work could guide future targeted immune-based interventions. The studies involve subject recruitment and collection of clinical data and bio samples (blood and cerebrospinal fluid) from patients. The main focus is on an exciting new prospective, longitudinal study aiming to assess the immunological effects of antipsychotic treatment. It is being led by a team from KCL and the Francis Crick Institute and is unique for its interdisciplinary nature, combining expertise from clinical psychiatry, immunology and neuroscience, with significant ongoing input from people with lived experience of psychosis. The post-holder will have a central role in the team and will contribute to its dynamic, friendly and supportive culture, and to its strong spirit of multidisciplinary scientific enquiry. The Department of Psychosis Studies is one of the world’s leading centres for research into psychotic disorders. We aim to advance the understanding and treatment of psychotic disorders across all stages to improve the lives of patients and their families. Our staff include clinical and non-clinical scientists with a wide range of expertise and are recognised globally as innovators of high-quality translational research. About the role The purpose of this role is to deliver exciting and innovative research studies in the Department of Psychosis Studies. Working closely with the Lead Investigators, the post holder will ensure the successful conduct and completion of the research programme. They will contribute to the collection and analysis of data and play a key role in the assessment and monitoring of participants. They will also work closely with other research staff in the project and foster effective collaborative working relationships with the local and regional services for psychosis, as well as neurology, rheumatology and neuropsychiatry services. The successful candidate will also be encouraged to deliver teaching on immunopsychiatry topics and will have the opportunity to join a unique and growing clinical immunopsychiatry service. The post-holder will have opportunities to get involved in data analysis and develop their research interests within the projects. Training in research methods will be provided, and the post-holder will develop skills in using gold-standard diagnostic and clinical ratings, which will be useful for future research and clinical practice. The post would be ideal for a clinician with an interest in the rapidly expanding field of immunopsychiatry. There is potential to develop a project for a PhD application for a suitable candidate. The start date is flexible and may be negotiated with the right candidate. This is a full-time post (40 Hours per week), and you will be offered a fixed term contract for 12 months with possibility to extend. 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 registration with valid license to practice. Experience undertaking and publishing research relevant to psychiatry, psychology or neuroscience in peer-reviewed journals. Ability to communicate clearly and empathically with patients with serious mental illness, carers, and colleagues. Experience in addressing research or audit questions both independently and collaboratively with a team. Excellent written communication, data management and organisational skills. Evidence of strong academic potential and trajectory (e.g. presentations, prizes, distinctions, publications depending on career level). Desirable criteria Knowledge of managing research data and statistical analysis software (such as SPSS or STATA). Postgraduate degree in a relevant course. Training and/or experience with relevant clinical and research methodology such as lumbar puncture procedures, immunological analysis and recruiting participants for observational studies/ clinical trials. Willingness to travel on project business when required. 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 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 on w/c 2nd February 2026 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 Job ID: 134325 Close Date: 15-Jan-2026 Contact Person: Thomas Pollak / Amy Aldridge Contact Details: thomas.pollak@kcl.ac.uk / amy.l.aldridge@kcl.ac.uk

About us King’s College London is seeking a highly experienced individual for the role of Director of its Post-Award Department within the Research Management and Innovation Directorate. The Research Management and Innovation Directorate provides strategic leadership and operational support for research and innovation activities across King's College London.  The directorate works to enable high-quality research by delivering expert services in research development, funding, compliance, and governance. We partner with academic and professional teams to foster collaboration, drive innovation, and ensure that research aligns with institutional priorities and external requirements. Our goal is to create an environment where research can thrive and deliver impact locally, nationally, and globally. About the role The post-holder will lead a large business-critical, high-performing unit managing the financial and related administrative requirements of the University’s portfolio of externally-funded grants and contracts. This role is central to the professional and efficient delivery of research support across the university, with a strong emphasis on financial integrity, transparency and communication. The individual will have a particular responsibility for strategic and operational leadership, including team development for the Post-Award staff who manage the administrative aspects of the post-award process for research and consultancy projects. In the last financial year, income from the combined research and consultancy portfolios totalled £M267. 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: Essential criteria Degree or equivalent professional qualification Significant experience of financial administration, with demonstrably strong accounting ability and comfort with complex transactions and processes and the ability to work well under pressure, prioritise and meet deadlines in the face of constantly shifting priorities and pressures Proven experience in leading, planning and organising complex and difficult projects and managing a large and varied turnover of research applications and agreements through their team/s as well as personally and a proven ability to take important and/or difficult, high-level decisions in consideration of the consequences Proven track record of senior operational leadership in research administration, upward influencing through persuasion and argument and contributing to high level strategic thinking. Confident in representing the University in negotiations and at national for a Experience of developing and implementing service standards, KPIs and metrics to drive high performance aligned to strategic priorities and the ability to perceive issues strategically in terms of the ‘bigger picture’, make informed decisions and plan accordingly Demonstrable track record of successfully managing, developing and retaining staff, including effective delegation Successful drafting and negotiation of complex terms and conditions with funders and collaborators, including intellectual property and liability and risk management Sound experience and understanding of university finance related issues e.g. VAT, FEC, TRAC, suitability of staff, choice & use of currencies, etc. Proven track record of devising and delivering change in a collegiate and effective way with excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to interact with a wide range of people in a positive and helpful manner whilst being capable of firmly maintaining university policies Desirable criteria Relevant accountancy or business qualification 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 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 on in mid-January 2026 Grade and Salary: Competitive Salary Job ID: 134405 Close Date: 11-Jan-2026 Contact Person: Paul Labbett Contact Details: paul.labbett@kcl.ac.uk