This grant focuses on the interface between symplectic topology and algebraic geometry. Your role would be to work, both independently and collaboratively with the Principal Investigator (Jonny Evans), on research problems in these areas, publishing your results and presenting at conferences.

You should have completed a PhD in symplectic geometry, algebraic geometry, or a closely related discipline. You should have a good record of research, preferably available on the arXiv, and be able to demonstrate that you have a clear research agenda of your own which ties in with that of the grant.

The position is available from September 1^st 2026, and will run until the end of the grant on 31^st August 2027. Interviews will be carried out shortly after the closing date.

Interested candidates are advised to contact Dr Jonny Evans (j.d.evans@lancaster.ac.uk) if they have any queries about the position.

Closing Date: 30 Jun 2026

Department: Research

Salary: £39,906 (Full time, indefinite with end date)

An exciting opportunity exists for a coral reef scientist or marine community ecologist to contribute to a Horizon Europe funded project: The role of connectivity in safeguarding functioning coastal ecosystems under global change.

We are seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic marine scientist to contribute to a project investigating the links between mangroves, seagrasses and coral reefs in the context of seabird nutrient inputs. This is a multi-institutional project, led by University of Bremen. Lancaster University is leading the ecology component focused on the Seychelles, with a particular focus on Aldabra Atoll and the inner islands marine parks.  Fieldwork for the project will include long periods in remote locations, working in small teams, and experience of such working will be essential. The project will identify key sites where mangrove to coral reef connectivity can be mapped and investigated, assess species and nutrient connectivity across the seascape, and investigate outcomes for both ecosystem functioning and food security. Patterns of seabird densities in mangrove stands will be used as a study design to investigate the influence of seabird derived nutrient inputs on seascape connectivity. Co-mentoring of a PhD student on the same project will be part of the role. Applicants are encouraged to think through their own ideas about these linkages and how their area of expertise could be applied to this study design. You will work closely with Prof Nick Graham and Dr James Robinson on this project, and collaborate with partners at Seychelles Islands Foundation and Seychelles Parks and Gardens Authority, and with other universities in the consortium.

Preferred candidates will have a PhD in marine science, extensive experience of fieldwork in remote settings, and skills in statistical modelling, and writing publications. A proactive and enthusiastic approach and good interpersonal skills are essential. 

Lancaster University is a research-intensive university, ranked in the top 15 of UK universities. The Lancaster Environment Centre (LEC) is a large and multidisciplinary department, tackling environmental challenges across the natural and social sciences. Within LEC, there is particular strength in high diversity tropical systems, including coral reefs and tropical rainforests. LEC offers a highly collegial and stimulating environment for career development based on departmental values and embedded Equality, Diversity and Inclusivity (EDI) considerations and actions. Applicants from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. 

We anticipate interviews will be held in June 2026. The contract is for 3.5 years.

 What to include in each document of your application:

Cover Letter Please discuss why you are interested specifically in this position, and how it fits with your career goals. Please also describe any skills you have developed that are relevant to this post, and how you may seek to develop this area of research. 

CV Please include a 2-page CV.

 Supporting Statements: Please provide a supporting statement for each Personal Specification point that is listed as being scored via “Supporting Statements”. This should include examples that provide evidence of your experience and expertise. Aim for one paragraph per criteria (~50-200 words).

Referees: Contact information for at least two referees.

For more information, see the Further Information link below.

Informal enquiries to Prof Nick Graham nick.graham@lancaster.ac.uk or Dr James Robinson james.robinson@lancaster.ac.uk 

Closing Date: 22 May 2026

Department: Research

Salary: £33,002 to £37,694 (Full-Time/Indefinite with End Date)

You will play an active hands-on role in the lab, carrying out experiments in molecular biology, protein expression and purification, antibody discovery, assay development, and venom activity testing, while also providing broader technical and laboratory support.

You will contribute to the day-to-day running of the lab through equipment upkeep, preparation of reagents and buffers, stock management, ordering consumables, record keeping, and support with health and safety and regulatory documentation. This role offers valuable practical experience in a dynamic research environment and the opportunity to contribute to impactful work aimed at developing biologic strategies to reverse neurotoxicity.

Role responsibilities

As part of a friendly and collaborative team, you will be responsible for:

• Carrying out defined laboratory experiments, including molecular biology, protein purification, assay development, antibody discovery, and venom activity assays
• Maintaining accurate experimental records and supporting data organisation and management
• Supporting the day-to-day running of the lab, including preparing reagents, maintaining equipment, managing stock, and ordering consumables
• Assisting with laboratory administration, including health and safety documentation, record keeping, and coordination with collaborators
• Providing technical support and training to students and other lab members
• Participating in lab meetings, training, and relevant outreach or engagement activities

About you

We are keen to hear from candidates who have:

• A degree in molecular biology, biochemistry or a related discipline
• Practical laboratory experience in biological research
• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage time effectively and support multiple aspects of laboratory and project activity
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and technical troubleshooting, with the confidence to take initiative and work independently
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, and a collaborative, team-oriented approach
• A high level of attention to detail and commitment to accurate record keeping

Experience in areas such as cloning, protein expression and purification, antibody-related methods, assay development, or general molecular biology techniques would be advantageous. Experience of supporting laboratory operations, including inventory management, ordering, and health and safety documentation, would also be beneficial. Training will be provided where needed. Most importantly, you will bring enthusiasm, adaptability, and a commitment to supporting high-quality research.

Why work with us

You will join a supportive and ambitious research environment, working on an exciting project focused on biologic approaches to reversing neurotoxicity. This role offers the chance to gain broad technical experience across molecular biology, protein science, antibody discovery, and laboratory management, while working closely with the PI, students, and collaborators. It is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their technical expertise, contribute meaningfully to research, and grow professionally within an active academic laboratory.

The Division of Biomedical and Life Sciences, part of the Faculty of Health and Medicine, is a vibrant and interdisciplinary research environment focused on human health and disease. It offers state-of-the-art facilities and a collaborative, inclusive culture that supports both independent and team-based research, while promoting work-life balance and individual support. Find out about more about our employee benefits and life at Lancaster on our website: https://www.lancaster.ac.uk/jobs

The Faculty has held an Silver Athena SWAN award since 2014 in recognition of its good employment practice undertaken to address gender equality in higher education and research.

Informal enquiries are welcome. Please contact Dr. Stefanie Menzies at: s.menzies@lancaster.ac.uk

Closing Date: 24 May 2026

Department: Research

Salary: £33,002 to £37,694 (Full time, indefinite with end date)

Senior Research Associate in Medical Device Cyber Security 

Closing Date: 07 Jun 2026

Department: Research

Salary: £39,906 to £46,049 (Full-Time/Indefinite with End Date)

We seek to appoint 1 full-time post-doctoral research associate (starting Summer 2026) to complete a team of 4 researchers who are exploring novel concepts for security controls and assurance in converged and ultra-large scale infrastructures.

The successful candidate for this role will develop new techniques for orchestrating security controls in dynamic and complex systems undergoing frequent changes to their function and security requirements. This work will involve researching how to introduce interactions between security controls to achieve security goals and exploring the trade-offs of doing so. We seek to appoint a researcher who has either experience in abstract modelling of distributed systems or practical experience deploying and experimenting with security controls.

As a Programme Grant there is considerable flexibility in this research agenda. This allows the right candidate to have a significant ability to direct their research activities. This is a great opportunity for an individual to build their research career.

Key duties of this post include:

• Conducting original research to orchestrate security in future complex distributed systems.
• Developing high quality and impactful publications.
• Collaborating with academic, industry partners and other EPSRC projects.

 The successful candidate will have a PhD in Computer Science or equivalent with experience in cyber security or distributed systems.

The School of Computing and Communications at Lancaster University offers a highly inclusive and stimulating environment for career development, and you will be exposed to a range of further opportunities over the course of this post. We are committed to family-friendly and flexible working policies, as well as the Athena SWAN Charter, which recognises and celebrates good employment practice undertaken to address gender equality in higher education and research.

You will join us on an indefinite contract; however, the role remains contingent on external funding, which for these roles initially ends after 24 months (with the possibility to extend further).

The candidates will be working under the direct supervision of Prof. Neeraj Suri (neeraj.suri@lancaster.ac.uk)  and Dr. Matthew Bradbury (m.s.bradbury@lancaster.ac.uk). We welcome enquires prior to the submission of an application!

Closing Date: 23 May 2026

Department: Research

Salary: £39,355 to £45,413 (Full time, indefinite with end date)

This £4M programme is funded by EPSRC and brings together research groups from the Universities of Lancaster, Bristol, Warwick and the London School of Economics together with a committed group of industrial and public sector partners. 

Interaction between the research groups at the universities will be strongly encouraged and resourced; our philosophy is to tackle the methodological, theoretical and computational aspects of these statistical problems together. This integrated approach is essential to achieving the substantive fundamental advances in statistics envisaged, and to ensuring that our new methods are sufficiently robust and efficient to be widely adopted by academics, industry and society more generally.

The programme is led by Idris Eckley (Lancaster University), Haeran Cho (University of Bristol), Paul Fearnhead (Lancaster University), Qiwei Yao (London School of Economics) and Yi Yu (University of Warwick). 

This 2-year position is available at Lancaster University. You should have, or be close to completing, a PhD in Statistics or a closely related discipline. Throughout, you should have demonstrated an ability to develop new statistical theory and methods in one of the relevant areas, including but not limited to: anomaly detection; changepoint analysis; non-stationary time series analysis, high dimensional statistics, statistical-computational tradeoffs, scalable statistical methods. You will also have shown a demonstrable ability to produce academic writing of the highest publishable quality.  

This is a are full-time position, though we will consider applicants requesting part-time or other flexible working arrangements. 

Candidates who are considering making an application are strongly encouraged to contact Idris Eckley (i.eckley@lancaster.ac.uk) or Paul Fearnhead (p.fearnhead@lancaster.ac.uk) to discuss the programme in greater detail.  

Closing Date: 10 Jun 2026

Department: Research

Salary: £39,906 to £46,049 (Full-Time/Indefinite with End Date)

You will have the opportunity to undertake internationally regarded research and share responsibility for elements of undergraduate and postgraduate teaching programmes. You will be awarded a training contract with Health Education England Northwest in the specialist registrar/specialty trainee grade or equivalent and an honorary contract with a relevant NHS Trust*.

One post is in the NIHR priority theme of digital research. The theme is looking to encourage training and research around the development and delivery of digital health and care interventions, digital research methodology and ‘big data’ analysis Research could include the use of Artificial Intelligence and machine-learning approaches and emerging digital technologies such as non-contact sensors, smartphones, and computer tablets. This theme could also include research in data analytics and predictive analytics, precision medicine (genomics), and virtual & augmented reality. This theme is focused on delivering equitable, cost-effective digital health interventions to deliver patient benefits as well as the wider use of large data sets and how this is used in research, including digital analysis methods.

There may be the potential for opportunities in other GMC registered specialties if research interests align with faculty strengths. 

To be eligible, you must hold (or have submitted) your PhD/MD at the time you apply; and must have been fully awarded your degree by 30 September 2026.  You must hold a current National Training Number (NTN) in the relevant specialty and be more than 12 months prior to CCT at time of appointment* (*not relevant for GP candidate). 

The research element of the post will be based in the Faculty of Health and Medicine at Lancaster University. The clinical component will be centered around clinical settings in Lancashire and the surrounding area. 

You must be able to take up the post by 30 September 2026

Application is via our online portal at https://hr-jobs.lancs.ac.uk/ and must include the following attachments:

1. A Curriculum Vitae
2. NIHR Supplementary Questions for candidates form (attached): 

*Please refer to appendix 2 of this document*

Interview date will be advertised in due course, but the successful candidate must be in post by 30 September 2026.

Lancaster University is committed to providing equal opportunities for all and offers a range of family-friendly policies. The University is a charter member of Athena SWAN and has held a bronze award since 2008. The Faculty of Health and Medicine gained the silver award in 2013. We are committed to being an inclusive university that values all staff, and we are happy to consider job share applications and requests for flexible working arrangements from our employees.

General enquiries should be made to Dr Amy Gadoud (Academic Training Programme Director and Consultant in Palliative Medicine), email: a.gadoud@lancaster.ac.uk or Beth Whittaker (ICAT Programme Manager), email: b.whittaker@lancaster.ac.uk

Closing Date: 29 May 2026

Department: Research

Salary: Clinical Academic Pay Scales