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About us The School for Government at King’s College London is dedicated to creating a world led with intelligence, integrity and innovation through our research and education programmes. The School has undergone a period of rapid change, expanding in size over the last twelve months, and launching new programmes including an MSc in Health and Social Care Policy, and a programme for the Civil Service Fast Stream, alongside our existing programmes for the UK civil service and governments around the world. We are located within the Policy Institute at King’s, which is a unique school within King’s, bringing together the best of rigorous academic research, the nimbleness of consultancy, and the policy focus of a think tank. We are also part of the Faculty of Social Sciences and Public Policy and collaborate with colleagues across the various schools of the faculty, helping create an exciting and interdisciplinary environment. About the role We are looking to recruit a Senior Lecturer in Public Policy to work within the School for Government at King’s. This role will be a senior member of the academic staff of the school and contribute to the academic life of the School, as well as the wider Policy Institute, of which we are a part. The candidate will be expected to have, and to build, an active research pipeline in their chosen field. They will be supported to bid for and deliver research grants and contracts and will also be encouraged and supported to supervise doctoral students, and to play an active and leading role in the Policy Institute’s Doctoral Programme, Executive Education programmes, or another strategic domain. The role requires an experienced individual who understands the contribution of continuing professional development and executive education for public servants. The candidate will have knowledge of the policy sector in the UK, and preferably experience working in the public sector. The postholder will have an excellent teaching record and the ability to develop innovative teaching content and delivery methods. Experience of online content delivery is ideal but not essential. This is an exciting time for the School for Government, and so we welcome candidates with an entrepreneurial approach to their work. This is a full-time post, 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 A PhD in a relevant subject. An excellent track record of publications in a relevant field including public policy, public administration, economics, or political science. A research agenda relevant to the school’s work in ensuring a world led with intelligence, integrity and innovation. Having supervised at least one doctoral student. Evidence of high-quality teaching provided to undergraduate and/or postgraduate students. Evidence of significant contributions made to administrative work. Evidence of building relationships and networks with colleagues and stakeholders internally and externally. Ability to positively influence decisions affecting their own work and the work of the team/colleagues. Desirable criteria Experience of online content delivery. Teaching and examining experience. Experience in attracting external research funds. International standing in the field. 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. Grade and Salary: £65,091 - £74,613 per annum, including London Weighting Allowance Job ID: 133905 Close Date: 15-Jan-2026 Contact Person: Michael Sanders Contact Details: michael.t.sanders@kcl.ac.uk

We are offering an exciting opportunity for two Clinical Psychologists to join the Clinical Psychology Training Programme at the University of Surrey, based in Guildford. We have two permanent, part-time roles available (0.6 FTE/21.6 hours per week). We are happy to support hybrid working but the post holder is expected to be in on Tuesday when the trainees are at the University, and at least one other day per week.  The role The programme has expanded significantly in recent years due to increased NHS England funding. Joining now offers the chance to be part of a period of growth, development, and innovation. The post-holder will: Work closely with local NHS Trusts Support placements, supervisor training, and trainee supervision Contribute to the collaborative university–NHS training environment About the Programme & School The PsychD team is a welcoming, innovative group with diverse clinical and research interests The programme sits within the Discipline of Clinical and Health Psychology in the School of Psychology The School has an excellent reputation for applied psychology teaching and research You will join a vibrant department with strong commitments to inclusion, antiracism, and serving under-represented communities There are opportunities for professional development, including eligibility for a Postgraduate Certificate in Higher Education (if not already held) About you Applicants must be HCPC-registered Clinical Psychologists. We welcome all areas of clinical expertise, with particular interest in candidates experienced in neuropsychological assessment or working with older adults and people with learning disabilities. Successful candidates will: Work effectively as part of a team Be committed to developing trainee clinical competencies Ideally contribute to the programme’s research profile Support inclusive leadership and embed equality, diversity, and inclusion throughout the programme All post-holders need to: Hold a doctorate in clinical psychology (or equivalent) Contribute to evaluation of clinical competencies Develop and maintain links with local NHS Trusts Contribute to teaching, learning, and programme administration Engage in leadership development opportunities offered by the role Have experience working in the NHS This post will be offered at Lecturer A or B level depending on clinical and teaching experience (see job profiles below for more information). A formal teaching qualification is required for those applying for Lecturer B. The full time equivalent salary range for a Lecturer A is £37,694 - £56,535, and for a Lecturer B is £47,389 - £63,606 (pro rata for 0.6 FTE). What we can offer In addition to salary, you will receive a yearly incremental pay rise, generous annual leave entitlement of 30 days holiday plus 7 university closure days and 8 bank holidays, a generous pension, access to world-class leisure facilities on campus, a range of travel schemes, and supportive family friendly benefits including an excellent on-site nursery. How to apply To apply, please upload your CV to the University website. You will also be asked to address some statements to help us assess your suitability for the position. For an informal discussion please contact  Jane Iles j.iles@surrey.ac.uk (Programme Director) Jen Mance j.mance@surrey.ac.uk (Clinical Director) Mary John m.john@surrey.ac.uk (Head of Department) Please note the University is closed from 25th December - 4th January inclusive. Interviews will be held on Monday 26th January. Further information about the University and the School of Psychology can be found at: www.surrey.ac.uk/clinical-psychology The University of Surrey is committed to providing an inclusive environment that offers equal opportunities for all. We place great value on diversity and are seeking to increase the diversity within our community and particularly encourage applications from under-represented groups, including people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic groups and people with disabilities Further details Job Description Job Description

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