King's College London Research Scientist – Maternal Sleep Recruitment 2026 | Apply for Fixed-Term Research Position
About King's College London
King's College London (KCL) is one of the world's leading research-intensive universities, recognized for excellence in teaching, healthcare, medicine, engineering, and interdisciplinary research. The university collaborates globally to deliver innovative research that addresses real-world challenges.
The selected candidate will contribute to the internationally funded EMBRACE programme, a large-scale initiative focused on improving maternal and early childhood health through artificial intelligence, digital health technologies, and clinical research.
Post Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | King's College London |
| Post Name | Research Scientist – Maternal Sleep |
| Department | AI & Personalised Health |
| Job ID | 158385 |
| Job Type | Research Scientist |
| Employment Type | Full-Time |
| Contract Type | Fixed-Term (4 Years) |
| Location | Guy's Campus, London, United Kingdom |
| Salary | £53,947 – £63,350 per annum (including London Weighting Allowance) |
| Posted Date | 18 September 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 19 October 2026 |
Selection Process
Selection may include:
- Shortlisting based on qualifications and research experience
- Evaluation of publications and research achievements
- Assessment of supporting statement and CV
- Interview (if shortlisted)
- Final document verification and appointment
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants should have:
- PhD in sleep physiology, respiratory physiology, epidemiology, biomedical engineering, physiology, or a related discipline
- Relevant postdoctoral research experience
- Experience in maternal or perinatal health research
- Knowledge of sleep measurement techniques such as PSG or home sleep apnea testing
- Experience in clinical, behavioural, digital health, or population health research
- Strong publication record in peer-reviewed journals
- Experience with research funding applications
- Excellent project management and interdisciplinary collaboration skills
Desirable qualifications include experience in:
- Pregnancy and perinatal research
- Longitudinal data analysis using R or Python
- Large health datasets and biobanks
- Wearable technologies and digital phenotyping
- Implementation science and health economics
How to Apply
Eligible candidates should:
- Visit the official King's College London recruitment portal.
- Complete the online application form.
- Upload an updated CV.
- Submit a supporting statement addressing the essential selection criteria.
- Upload any required supporting documents.
- Submit the application before the closing deadline.
Why Apply?
- Opportunity to work at a globally recognized research university
- Participate in the prestigious EMBRACE maternal health programme
- Competitive salary with London Weighting Allowance
- Professional development opportunities
- Collaboration with international clinicians, AI experts, and healthcare researchers
- Access to advanced research facilities and interdisciplinary projects
- Excellent career progression in maternal and digital health research
Who Can Apply?
Applications are welcome from:
- PhD holders
- Postdoctoral researchers
- Biomedical Engineers
- Epidemiologists
- Sleep Researchers
- Maternal & Perinatal Health Researchers
- Digital Health Scientists
- Population Health Researchers
- Candidates meeting the prescribed eligibility criteria
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Released | 18 September 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 19 October 2026 |
Important URLs
Official Notification / Apply Link:
https://www.kcl.ac.uk/jobs/158385-research-scientist-maternal-sleep
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