King's College London

About Us

The School of Cardiovascular and Metabolic Medicine & Sciences (SCMMS) at King’s College London comprises over 70 academic research groups, supports more than 400 staff members and 110 PhD students, and offers an exceptional multidisciplinary environment for cutting-edge cardiovascular and metabolic research. Learn more about our school (https://www.kcl.ac.uk/scms) 

Our research spans the fundamental molecular, cellular, and physiological mechanisms underlying normal and pathological cardiovascular and metabolic function. This work is supported by state-of-the-art core facilities and a strong emphasis on translational science, driving advances in prevention, diagnosis, and treatment across our campuses at Guy’s, St Thomas’, and King’s College Hospitals.

As part of King’s Health Partners, we benefit from a rich environment for basic-clinical collaboration and place a strong emphasis on mentoring and career development. SCMMS also hosts the British Heart Foundation Centre of Research Excellence at King’s, and the MRC/BHF Centre of Research Excellence in Advance Cardiac Therapies (REACT) uniting internationally renowned scientists and clinicians from across the School and the wider university to focus on both basic and applied cardiovascular research.

About The Role

The School invites applications for a new faculty position, open to candidates at academic levels—from Lecturer to Senior Lecturer  grade. Remuneration will be commensurate with experience.

We are seeking creative individuals with a bold vision and a proven track record of research excellence. We particularly welcome applicants with expertise in Vascular Biology and Disease (mechanisms of angiogenesis and arteriogenesis, interaction of vascular cells with other cell types, atherosclerosis, gene and RNA-based treatments for restenosis, vascular ageing). 

Successful candidates will have:

• A strong record of first or lead-author publications
• Demonstrated ability to conduct independent research
• A proven track record of securing research funding
• A commitment to contributing to teaching and academic leadership

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, candidates should demonstrate the skills and experience appropriate to the level of the position they are applying for—either Lecturer or Senior Lecturer.

Please ensure your supporting statement or cover letter clearly indicates which role and area you are applying for.

SENIOR LECTURER: (Grade 8:  £65,091 - £74,613)

Essential criteria

1. A higher academic degree: PhD or medical equivalent in relevant Subject Areas.
2. Postdoctoral research experience in a Cardiovascular Science having shown evidence of research independence.
3. Evidence of working on research funding in a relevant area of in Vascular Biology and Disease
4. National and International reputation, recognised as having made an individually significant contribution to their field and/or innovative contributions to the field, with evidence of wider peer esteem.
5. Excellent record of publication in peer-reviewed scientific journals
6. Ability to work effectively with a range of academic, clinical, and professional services colleagues, including across organisations.
7. Experience of undergraduate and/or postgraduate teaching and pedagogical/ student experience enhancement.
8. Self-motivated ability to work independently

Desirable criteria

1. Supervision of PhD/postgraduate students
2. Track record of obtaining competitive peer-reviewed externally funded research grant or intermediate-level Fellowship
3. Experience in lecturing and tutoring students
4. Commitment to continuing personal and professional development

LECTURER: Grade 7 (Grade 7:  £53,947 - £63,350)

Essential criteria

1. A higher academic degree: PhD or medical equivalent in relevant Subject Areas.
2. Postdoctoral research experience in a Cardiovascular Science.
3. Evidence of working on research funding in a relevant area of in Vascular Biology and Disease
4. Good record of publication in peer-reviewed scientific journals
5. Ability to work effectively with a range of academic, clinical, and professional services colleagues, including across organisations.
6. Experience of undergraduate and/or postgraduate teaching and pedagogical/ student experience enhancement
7. Self-Motivated and ability to work independently

Desirable criteria

1. Supervision of PhD/postgraduate students
2. Experience in lecturing and tutoring students
3. Commitment to continuing personal and professional development

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 advert. 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.

We estimate first round of Interviews are due to be held on November.