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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 The School of Academic Psychiatry brings together five leading clinical departments Addictions, Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, Forensic and Neurodevelopmental Science, Psychological Medicine, and Psychosis Studies. Our community includes more than 100 Principal Investigators and a vibrant research portfolio supported by £30–40 million in active grants. Across the School, our work spans the full breadth of psychiatry—from public policy to molecular genetics, from perinatal mental health to old age, and from psychological therapies to advanced brain imaging. This role will be based in the Centre for Healthy Brain Ageing (CHBA), Department of Psychological Medicine. The Centre aims to advance the development of biomarkers for neurocognitive disorders and to create innovative approaches for the early diagnosis of cognitive decline, Alzheimer’s disease, and ageing-related psychiatric conditions. As a centre of excellence for clinical trials, we support the development of novel therapeutic strategies and technologies while improving patient access to both established and emerging treatments.  About the role The Clinical Research Fellow will play a key role in the delivery of high-quality clinical research within the Centre for Healthy Brain Ageing. Working as an integral member of a multidisciplinary team, the postholder will support the planning, implementation, and evaluation of clinical studies while ensuring strict adherence to trial protocols, ethical standards, and regulatory requirements. A core component of the role will be to work with retrospective data from participants living with dementia and prospectively collected data from ongoing participants for research and analysis purposes, with research supported by the Michael J. Fox Foundation. The successful candidate will also be contributing weekly to the Brain Health Clinic at SLaM under the supervision of Prof Dag Aarsland, providing compassionate and clinically sound support to participants, many of whom have memory difficulties or dementia. The Fellow will conduct cognitive and study-specific assessments, maintain accurate participant records, and ensure timely collection and processing of biological samples in line with SOPs and GCP. The role requires excellent communication skills, with responsibility for maintaining effective relationships with participants, families, clinicians, researchers, and external partners. The Clinical Research Fellow will contribute to data entry, cleaning, analysis, and the preparation of reports and research outputs, as well as participating in clinical and research supervision. This position offers opportunities for professional development, active engagement in service improvement, and involvement in the dissemination of research through presentations, publications, and collaboration across academic and NHS teams. This is a full-time post (40 hours per week). The post will be offered on a fixed term contract until 31st January 2027. About you To be successful in this role, we are looking for candidates to have the following skills and experience: Essential criteria MBChB/ MBBS or equivalent Full GMC registration with valid license to practice Clinical Experience and experience of working with people with dementia, and sensitive to the needs of people with dementia and their carers  Strong interpersonal, oral and written communication skills with the ability to convey goals of research to lay people  Able to communicate complex information in clear and easily understandable way to a lay audience, including those with cognitive impairment Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team, with strong problem-solving skills and ability to take initiative Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks and excellent attention to detail and accuracy, with strong administrative and record-keeping skills  Desirable criteria Ability to collect and process biological samples Knowledge of qualitative and quantitative research methods Experience of preparing academic papers for publication and ability to conduct and present scientific research in the form of posters and oral presentations Prior involvement in multi-institutional or international research collaborations Experience running a Clinical Trial of an Investigative Medicinal Product (CTIMP) or acceptability studies of novel interventions  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. This post is subject to Disclosure and Barring Service and Occupational Health clearances. Grade and Salary: £45,943 - £50,175, plus £2,162 London Weighting Allowance Job ID: 134206 Close Date: 04-Jan-2026 Contact Person: Zunera Rehan, Research Fellow Contact Details: zunera.2.khan@kcl.ac.uk

Lead a diverse, connected and highly capable set of clinical health disciplines Become a key member of the Dean’s Head of School Leadership team 5-year fixed-term appointment, based at AUT's South Campus in Manukau As one of the world's top 100 young universities and New Zealand's newest, Auckland University of Technology (AUT) is a university of opportunity where all students with talent and potential have the chance to succeed. We are a socially driven university, with equity and excellence at the heart of our purpose and actions. We offer a stimulating teaching and research environment, characterised by strong connections to government, business, and industry. AUT has more than 26,000 students and over 4,000 staff, primarily based at our three Auckland campuses.   AUT's School of Acute and Primary Health The School of Acute and Primary Health is a leader in health education in Aotearoa New Zealand, delivering high-quality undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in oral health, paramedicine, midwifery and perioperative practice. These disciplines span the acute and primary care continuum, preparing graduates to work across diverse healthcare settings, from acute and emergency response, pre-operative, intra-operative and post-operative care to contributions in community-based and preventative healthcare services. The school’s unique combination of programmes reflects its commitment to integrated, person-centred healthcare that is responsive to both immediate and long-term needs. The school is part of our dynamic Faculty of Health and Environmental Sciences. Please review the extensive candidate information handbook available for this role (includes details on the school, faculty, AUT, position description and more).  The Opportunity | Te Whiwhinga mahi  We are seeking interest from experienced academic health leaders (not only from disciplines within those of the school). Join us and make real impact as the Head of School, Acute and Primary Health! As a key member of an empowered Dean's Head of School Leadership Team, this role contributes significantly to the faculty’s direction and provides exceptional academic, administrative, and people management to more than 70 school staff. The school has around 1600 students. Key focus areas of this role include:  Contribute to the collaborative leadership of the faculty through: Faculty-wide strategic and financial planning Undertaking cross-school initiatives Championing equity and Te Tiriti o Waitangi commitments Ensuring the effective delivery of faculty-wide goals Lead and manage the school, ensuring operational and academic excellence within a cohesive, collaborative environment for staff and students. Strengthen academic performance by lifting research capability across clinical and industry focused teams. Drive and uplift research growth, including external funding and supporting staff to develop grant winning capability. Lead cohesive interdisciplinary collaboration, bringing together expertise from the School with other Faculty health professions. Continue to develop the existing academic programmes that meet industry standards and student needs. Proactively cultivate strong partnerships with external stakeholders to amplify the school's national and international presence and influence. Drive enrolments growth of international and postgraduate students. Foster staff professional development and uplift of leadership capabilities About you | Ko wai koe You will be recognised as a positive, encouraging and culturally capable leader who champions inclusivity and diversity, and is committed to creativity and innovation. Your ability to listen, connect, collaborate, communicate, and influence will be critical, as will be a strong respect for others. A resolute, robust and positive attitude is essential.  We welcome applications senior academic leaders of health with staff management experience. The key selection criteria being sought: Proven academic excellence within health disciplines and a record of academic achievement suitable for appointment as a professor (preferably) or associate professor. Previous experience line-managing academics. Please indicate the size/scale of staff led, as well as other key leadership contributions you may have made (such as, for example, running a research centre or high-level innovative pedagogy and curriculum development etc). Evidence of successful cross-disciplinary leadership and contributions.  Successful track record securing grant funding and external research income. Demonstrated ability developing significant connections and partnerships with key stakeholders including government, industry, business and community. A champion for equity, diversity and inclusion. A brief summary of your interest and experience embracing innovation. Applicants are welcome to add further comments they may feel are relevant. A relevant PhD/doctorate is mandatory. How to apply | Me pēhea te tuku tono   Along with your full academic CV (including a complete list of publications and grant acquisitions) - please ensure to submit a) a cover letter which explains why this particular role (and AUT) is of interest, and b) a statement addressing how you feel you meet some, or all, of the criteria listed above. Further Information:  Start Date: The successful candidate would ideally join AUT in mid-2026 (to be agreed).  Term: The successful candidate will secure a 5-year fixed-term to the role of Head of School (with potential for further extension). Please note, this position does not include an additional substantive permanent academic appointment.  Salary: Aligned with the appropriate step in AUT's academic pay scales (Professor range: NZD $162,608 - $209,052; Associate Professor NZD $148,548 - $171,983). An additional annual allowance is also paid for Head of School responsibilities.  Contact for enquiries: Mike Wood, AUT Executive Recruitment Partner - mike.wood@aut.ac.nz. Please note: AUT is closed for summer operations until 7 January and enquiries will not be monitored over this time, but will be replied to upon our return. Please note: The actual formal title of the position is: Head of School – Acute and Primary Health Advertising closes:  Sunday 8 February 2026 at 11.55pm Reference: 94373 At AUT we strive to be a place where people love to work and learn. We are committed to te Tiriti, excellence and inclusivity and aspire to be the University of choice for Māori and Pacific communities. We welcome people of all ethnicities, genders, sexual orientations, religious and political beliefs, socio-economic situations and accessibility needs. Please note that all applications must be submitted through the online application process. For further information, please send us an enquiry here or call 921 9499. Please note we are happy to answer your questions but we do not accept applications by email. You will need to apply through the standard registration process.