Research and Academic Positions at Heriot-Watt University, a public research university based in Edinburgh, Scotland. United Kingdom
Research Associate in Deep Learning and Optimisation for Extreme-Scale Computational Imaging
The BASP group is developing cutting-edge research on all aspects of computational imaging, from theory and algorithms, to applications in astronomy and medicine and are currently recruiting multiple postdoctoral research associates for research on deep learning and optimisation for extreme-scale computational imaging. Dr Wiaux is a Professor in the School of Engineering and Physical Sciences at HWU. He is also Honorary fellow at the School of Informatics of the University of Edinburgh (UoE), and Academic Guest at the Signal Processing Laboratories of the Ecole Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL).Research Associate in Deep Learning and Optimisation for Extreme-Scale Computational ImagingAdd Job to My Job Selections
Research Associate in Machine Learning and RoboticsEdinburgh, Midlothian, United Kingdom
We are looking for a highly experienced and skilled PDRA who will work on the EPSRC (Part of the UK national research council) project EP/V051164/1/1 “Developing Machine Learning-empowered Responsive Manufacture of Industrial Laser Systems“. The project aims to develop new automated robotic processes for the assembly and manufacture of industrial laser systems taking advantage of the latest research in robotics and machine learning.Research Associate in Machine Learning and RoboticsAdd Job to My Job Selections
Research Associate – Marine microbiology and biogeochemistryEdinburgh, Midlothian, United Kingdom
We seek a Postdoctoral Research Associate with a strong background in marine biogeochemistry and microbiology to join a new leading research institute in Earth and Marine Sciences. This project will look at how the ocean’s organic skin layer modulates gas exchange to estimate the oceanic sinks and sources of key greenhouse gases both now and in the future.Research Associate – Marine microbiology and biogeochemistryAdd Job to My Job Selections
Research Associate – Quantum Magnetometry of complex quantum materials
The Quantum Photonics Laboratory has an opening in its team for an Experimental Officer to establish and operate a novel Quantum Magnetometry Facility. You will support multiple projects and teams as well as pursue your own independent research.Research Associate – Quantum Magnetometry of complex quantum materialsAdd Job to My Job Selections
The Medical Device Manufacturing Centre has two openings for people to help Scottish small and medium sized enterprises develop their ideas in manufacturing.Research Associate Technology Specialist in Medical Devices ManufacturingAdd Job to My Job Selections
Research Associate – Single-photon imagingEdinburgh, Midlothian, United Kingdom
HWU’s Single-Photon Group seeks a postdoctoral researcher to investigate aspects of single-photon imaging, in particular underwater imaging.Research Associate – Single-photon imagingAdd Job to My Job Selections
Research Associate in Advanced Optical Communication and Imaging Lab (AOCIL)
We are recruiting a Research Associate to work on a project funded by the Quantum Communication hub Partnership Resource Fund (PRF) and led by the AOCIL. The successful candidate will carry out experimental investigation on high speed secure optical communication system based on optical code scrambling and signal processing technologies. Working as part of a larger team of Research Associates and PhD Students at AOCIL. Closely collaborating with researchers from the Single Photon Counting group at HWU, University of Cambridge, and our industry partner British Telecom, the role holder will carry out the research at Heriot Watt University, and travel to University of Cambridge and BT Adastral park for joint experiments.Research Associate in Advanced Optical Communication and Imaging Lab (AOCIL)Add Job to My Job Selections
Research AssociateEdinburgh, Midlothian, United Kingdom
The applicant will join a world leading research group at the Institute of GeoEnergy Engineering (IGE) at Heriot-Watt University (HWU) with opportunities for collaboration with researchers working on various machine learning and artificial intelligence applications in the geosciences.Research AssociateAdd Job to My Job Selections
Associate Professor (Learning & Teaching Enhancement)Edinburgh, Midlothian, United Kingdom
The Learning and Teaching Academy is seeking to appoint an Associate Professor (Grade 9) in Learning and Teaching Enhancement. In this newly-created role, the postholder will have the opportunity to shape and realise the ambition of the Learning and Teaching Academy and the delivery of the University’s strategic learning & teaching objectives across our global community.Associate Professor (Learning & Teaching Enhancement)Add Job to My Job Selections
Assistant Professor – Computer Sciences – DubaiUnited Arab Emirates
The School of Mathematical and Computer Sciences (MACS) at Heriot-Watt University Dubai is seeking to make a full-time appointment of Assistant Professor in computer science to start in January 2022. The post arises as part of the ongoing development of the MACS portfolio of undergraduate and postgraduate taught programmes offered in Dubai, in line with the University’s ambitious growth plans. The successful candidate will be required to deliver and assess computer science courses at the University’s Dubai Campus. In addition, the position will require the undertaking of basic administrative duties, involvement in student recruitment activities and the supervision of student projects and dissertations. The successful applicant will hold a PhD in Computer Science. Previous teaching experience is essential. Programmes will be delivered in English and so fluency in English is also essential.Assistant Professor – Computer Sciences – DubaiAdd Job to My Job Selections
Associate Professor – Computer Sciences – DubaiUnited Arab Emirates
The School of Mathematical and Computer Sciences (MACS) at Heriot-Watt University Dubai is seeking to make a full-time appointment of Associate Professor in computer science to start in January 2022. The post arises as part of the ongoing development of the MACS portfolio of undergraduate and postgraduate taught programmes offered in Dubai, in line with the University’s ambitious growth plans. The successful candidate will be required to deliver and assess computer science courses at the University’s Dubai Campus. In addition, the position will require the undertaking of basic administrative duties, involvement in student recruitment activities and the supervision of student projects and dissertations. The successful applicant will hold a PhD in Computer Science. Previous teaching experience is essential. Programmes will be delivered in English and so fluency in English is also essential.Associate Professor – Computer Sciences – DubaiAdd Job to My Job Selections
Associate Professor and Head of Discipline, Fashion and Textiles
Exciting and challenging opportunity to provide academic leadership and operational management where a community of passionate academics and highly motivated students has been built.Associate Professor and Head of Discipline, Fashion and TextilesAdd Job to My Job Selections
Chair/Associate Professor and Director of Learning and Teaching
Exciting and challenging opportunity to provide academic leadership in the management and enhancement of learning, teaching and assessment across all modes and locations.Chair/Associate Professor and Director of Learning and TeachingAdd Job to My Job Selections
Assistant Professor-Mechanical Engineering
Heriot-Watt University Malaysia is seeking to recruit enthusiastic academics with experience of teaching and research in mechanical engineering discipline. A successful candidate is expected to have a broad knowledge of a range of subjects. Preference will be given to those who have demonstrated teaching/research/industrial experience in Thermo-Energy. He/she will also be expected to develop strong links to colleagues at the Scottish campuses to deliver high quality learning and teaching, to contribute to the continued development of the programmes offered to students, and to develop research in association with the Academic Schools in the UK.Assistant Professor-Mechanical EngineeringAdd Job to My Job Selections
Assistant Professor in Physical Geography
Exciting and challenging opportunity for an Assistant Professor in Physical Geography, with a research and teaching focus on aspects of Quaternary Environmental Change. Of particular interest, on the interplay between environmental change and geomorphological or biological processes in terrestrial and/or freshwater contexts.Assistant Professor in Physical GeographyAdd Job to My Job Selections
Graduate Teaching Assistant-Psychology
The Department of Psychology wishes to appoint a Graduate Teaching Assistant (GTA) to join the Psychology team. This GTA post is intended to support an early career scholar to work towards a PhD while contributing to teaching in the School. This is a Grade 6 position at 0.5FTE and for 48 months duration. This is a Grade 6 position at 0.5FTE and for 48 months duration, salary £15,703.Graduate Teaching Assistant-PsychologyAdd Job to My Job Selections
Associate Professor Molecular BiologyEdinburgh, Midlothian, United Kingdom
Exciting and challenging opportunity in Molecular Biology, with a research and teaching focus on aspects of responses to biotic and abiotic stressors focussing on molecular tools.
Admin Assistant-Doctoral Programmes
The Administrative Assistant will assist with administrative tasks associated with running the doctoral programmes, including dealing with enquiries, taking minutes, and operating established administrative processes associated with tasks such as processing applications and monitoring student progress. Our administrative assistant needs to be flexible and versatile picking up tasks and helping with projects from across the team.Admin Assistant-Doctoral ProgrammesAdd Job to My Job Selections
Education Consultant Outreach (Executive/Senior Executive)
The post holder will provide counselling and information to prospective students and/or their parents on all programmes offered by the University. The post holder will participate in various marketing activities, internationally and nationally, and will work with active University’s partners/agents to promote the programmes. The post holder will provide counselling and information to prospective students and/or their parents on all programmes offered by the University. Education Consultant Outreach (Executive/Senior Executive)Add Job to My Job Selections
Customer Assistant/Receptionist OriamEdinburgh, Midlothian, United Kingdom
Oriam is seeking to appoint into two Customer Assistant roles. These are the key customer facing members of staff on shift delivering an informed and positive welcome at all times. These are Grade 3 roles, salary £18,709.Customer Assistant/Receptionist OriamAdd Job to My Job Selections
Communications Officer – Arabic SpeakingUnited Arab Emirates
The Communications, Marketing, Student Recruitment and Admissions Group is at the heart of attracting, engaging and delivering exceptional student and stakeholder experiences. From award-winning marketing campaigns, global student recruitment activities, and communications that put Heriot-Watt on the global stage, our Group delivers professional services that support the University’s strategic ambitions. We are currently recruiting for an Arabic speaking Communications Officer to join our fantastic team!Communications Officer – Arabic SpeakingAdd Job to My Job Selections
Business Continuity Planning Admin Assistant-Assurance ServicesEdinburgh, Midlothian, United Kingdom
As the Business Continuity Planning Admin Assistant you will be part of a small team reporting to the Head of Assurance, providing co-ordination, administrative and reporting support to the project work to re-develop Business Continuity Planning (BCP) across the University’s five campuses to bring BCP up-to-date and to take account the learnings from the pandemic. This is a 12 month fixed term Grade 5 role, salary £22,847 to £26,341.Business Continuity Planning Admin Assistant-Assurance ServicesAdd Job to My Job Selections
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Admin Assistant-Off Campus Students
The Administrative Assistants in EGIS/EPS Online Students Team share responsibility for key duties outlined below. A number of these tasks will also be shared with the Senior Administrative Assistant. For some specific tasks (e.g. course registration, exam data preparation, etc.) an individual will be assigned the responsibility of leading the work for an allocated period, after which the task will be reassigned to another in the team to share knowledge and expertise. This is a Grade 4 position.Admin Assistant-Off Campus StudentsAdd Job to My Job Selections
We are seeking up to three recent Heriot-Watt University honours graduates to join our Student Success Advisor team, forming a key part of the University’s strategy to improve student retention. These roles are offered on a full-time, fixed term basis for 24 months.Student Success AdvisorAdd Job to My Job Selections
Development Administrator-Development and Alumni Services
This role will play a vital role in the daily administration of the Development & Alumni Relations Offices (DAO). The role holder will undertake a range of administrative and financial tasks which will ensure the smooth and efficient running of DAO. As a member of DAO the role holder will primarily provide support to the fundraisers within the team, but will also be expected to provide support across the wider team during peak periods and to cover for the other administration post when necessary. The role holder will ideally have an understanding and prior experience of working in the non‐ profit setting, preferably within a development or support engagement function. This is a Grade 4 position.Development Administrator-Development and Alumni ServicesAdd Job to My Job Selections
The role will be responsible for managing social media channels and creating a wide range of content types for other digital channels, such as the website, partner websites and podcasts, and working with student ambassadors to produce targeted and engaging content.Social Media CoordinatorAdd Job to My Job Selections
Alumni Content and Social Media Co-ordinator
Based full-time on the Edinburgh campus, the main focus for this Alumni Content & Social Media Co-ordinator role will be to manage the social media accounts and presence for the department. The post holder will be expected to deliver a balanced and targeted plan to engage our global audience and ensure the wider team is aware of activity on a regular basis. The post holder will be expected to work independently and as part of a team, coming up with new initiatives from concept to delivery and liaising with colleagues on how best to share information. This is a Grade 5 role, salary £22,847 to £26,341.Alumni Content and Social Media Co-ordinatorAdd Job to My Job Selections
Communications Officer-Professional Services Dubai
The Communications, Marketing, Student Recruitment and Admissions Group is at the heart of attracting, engaging and delivering exceptional student and stakeholder experiences. From award-winning marketing campaigns, global student recruitment activities, and communications that put Heriot-Watt on the global stage, our Group delivers professional services that support the University’s strategic ambitions. We are currently recruiting for a fantastic Communications Officer to join our team!Communications Officer-Professional Services DubaiAdd Job to My Job Selections
The Administrator sits within the Management Accounts/Research Grants Finance and is line managed by the Research Accountant or Assistant Research Managers. The post-holder works closely with the Finance Manager, Research Accountant and the other Administrators to support research and consultancy finance within the Schools structure. The prime function of the post will be to provide academic staff within the Schools with direct and indirect support in managing the financial records of research and consultancy projects, to ensure that they are handled as efficiently as possible and ensuring maximum recovery of costs to the University. This role is being offered on a Fixed Term Contract basis of up to 12 monthsFinance AdministratorAdd Job to My Job Selections
We are seeking a CEO for HWU Online to grow our globally pioneering online learning activities through creating a vibrant community of online learners. Leading the HWU Online team you will provide strategic and operational leadership to deliver engaging online learning experience that maximises the students’ potential and enhanced levels of student serviceCEO HWU OnlineAdd Job to My Job Selections
Head of Talent Partnership (B2B)
We are seeking to appoint a Head of Talent Partnerships (B2B) to build and develop sustainable partnerships with employers. The role holder will report to the Chief Entrepreneurial Executive and lead all aspects of relationship development and work-based delivery of GAs, whilst line managing a team of Business Partnership Managers and Training and Relationship Managers. Head of Talent Partnership (B2B)Add Job to My Job Selections
Reporting to the Head of Finance Business Partnering this role has responsibility for all aspects of management accounting providing support and challenge to either a School or Professional Services areas. This support is across the breadth of management accounting disciplines, including: Budgeting/financial planning and Reforecasting; Monitoring and Reporting; Financial KPI’s; Day to day support and expertise to the institution’s Senior Officers, Directors and Managers.Finance Business PartnerAdd Job to My Job Selections
d management of all aspects of management accounting. This includes a team of Finance Business Partners who provide support and challenge to the Schools, Professional Services and overseas campuses, this support is across the breadth of management accounting disciplines.Head of Business PartneringAdd Job to My Job Selections
The purpose of the Head of Operations role is to provide effective management oversight of key areas of the Finance Directorate – accounts payable, accounts receivable and treasury (collectively known as Operations) to ensure an efficient and effective service is delivered to the Finance Directorate and the wider University.Head of OperationsAdd Job to My Job Selections
is to provide hands on expert advice in relation to the risk and control environment of the Finance Directorate and to identify, design, measure, test and monitor the effectiveness of critical controls and escalate issues as appropriate.Risk and Control ManagerAdd Job to My Job Selections
Head of Financial Accounting and Operations
Reporting to the Deputy Director of Finance, the Head of Financial Accounting & Operations is responsible for the Financial Accounting and Operations team. The role includes responsibility for several key finance activities such as Financial Accounting, Taxation, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Treasury Management and Transactions Processing. The role also has responsibility for ensuring an environment of effective financial controlHead of Financial Accounting and OperationsAdd Job to My Job Selections
This is a unique opportunity to join the latest of our cutting-edge robotics projects, linked to the Edinburgh Centre of Robotics and the National Robotarium and part of the Interaction for Autonomy Lab. We are looking for a Project Manager to join the research team to manage finances and budgets and track deliverables and risk registers, ensuring successful and smooth running of the project. This appointment is for a fixed-term (6 months) part-time role (50%) but with the possibility of an extension and increased hours at Grade 7 Salary £33,309-£40,927.Project ManagerAdd Job to My Job Selections
Talent Business Relationship Manager – Digital
The Talent Business Relationship Manager – Digital is required to drive the engagement and retention of employers on Heriot-Watt talent programmes. This role will focus on recruiting to Digital GA programmes, however, will have a wider remit in engaging with employers on all skills of the future as the primary contact for employer partners in terms of facilitating on-going positive relationships. This is a Grade 7 role, salary £33,309 – £40,927.Talent Business Relationship Manager – DigitalAdd Job to My Job Selections
Business Development Manager-HW Online
The Business Development Manager is to create new business partnerships and nurture those partnerships for the benefit of Heriot-Watt Online and the corporate partner. Reporting to Commercial Director within Heriot-Watt Online, you will be responsible for implementing the corporate strategy for Heriot-Watt Online. You will generate new partnerships through existing university contacts and new business development, then managing the ongoing relationships to maximise the value to university and corporate partners. This is a Grade 8 role £42,149 to £50,296.Business Development Manager-HW OnlineAdd Job to My Job Selections
Head, Heriot-Watt Global College
The Heriot-Watt Global College is a new primary academic unit currently under development for launch in 2022/23 academic year. The College will be the academic home for the new Global Foundation Programme for the global Heriot-Watt Group, a new suite of Pre-Master and other on-going academic support and pathway offerings, e.g. the Pre-Sessional English Programmes and the pre Graduate Apprenticeship activities.Head, Heriot-Watt Global CollegeAdd Job to My Job Selections
Assistant E-Learning Developer (12-Month Contract)
With the University moving to Canvas Learning Management System (LMS) as the new Virtual Learning Environment (VLE) from September 2021, there is a need to migrate the learning content of the digital foundation programme to Canvas LMS. It is important that the migrated content shall maintain the social constructivist approach adopted throughout the current VLE. We are seeking to recruit enthusiastic candidates for the position of Assistant e-Learning Developer to support and assist academic staff in the migration of the digital foundation courses and learning content from to Canvas. The role will be based at the University’s campus in Putrajaya, the administrative capital of Malaysia and will report to the Deputy Provost or his nominee for the duration of the project.Assistant E-Learning Developer (12-Month Contract)Add Job to My Job Selections
The HW Online Project Manager is required to manage the overall project, working with senior leaders to drive the change required within the Heriot-Watt Online. The role will be responsible for making sure the project is planned properly, delivering project goals on time and within budget, also contributing as a senior manager to the strategy development and delivery of departmental cultural change. As a senior role the candidate will need the vision to see the innovative digital solution being created and the gravitas to make it happen. This is a Grade 8 post, salary £42,149 – £50,296.Project Manager-HW OnlineAdd Job to My Job Selections
IDRIC Innovation and Enterprise Manager
The Innovation and Enterprise Manager will provide experienced expert support to develop translation opportunities to advance the innovation and impact of IDRIC generated research, as well as coordinate and deliver collaborations and productive relationships and partnerships. Experienced in working effectively with businesses, public sector and regional partners, the post holder will ensure our research and innovation agenda is focused on developing excellence and impact, in areas of strength with the strong potential of economic and environmental benefit for the UK. This is a Grade 7 role £33,309 – £40,927 fixed term to end March 2024.IDRIC Innovation and Enterprise ManagerAdd Job to My Job Selections
The Skills Research Officer is responsible for leading skills aspects of IDRIC’s portfolio of work on Industrial Decarbonisation in stimulating industry and the economy. The post holder will be responsible for skills needs assessment and also support skills development for ECRA (Early Career Researchers Academy) and all IDRIC staff and researchers. This is a fixed term contract to March 2024 at Grade 7 or 8, salary £33,309 to £50,296.IDRIC Skills Research OfficerAdd Job to My Job Selections
Business Development Executive
Working as a member of the Research Engagement Directorate the post holder will be responsible for building mutually beneficial relationships across the Energy sector that lead to impactful, income generating partnerships with businesses and academia that broadly support the mission of the ETP and more specifically the ETP Energy Use in Buildings objectives. Business Development ExecutiveAdd Job to My Job Selections
Research Communications Manager
This role will proactively identify, build and communicate compelling stories of the progress, development and success of our GRIs, and their impact on society.Research Communications ManagerAdd Job to My Job Selections
Creative ArtworkerEdinburgh, Midlothian, United Kingdom
As Creative Artworker you will develop high-quality and consistent artwork for both digital and print requirements, including campaigns, projects or individuals’ assets. Your role will to support the graphic designers and print experts in the technical layout and setting of artwork files for production and final finishing.Creative ArtworkerAdd Job to My Job Selections
The UK Recruitment Team sits within the HR Directorate and supports recruitment at all levels across the University. This role will report to the Head of Recruitment but will also work closely with the recruitment team as a whole supporting and advising on certain rolesAcademic RecruiterAdd Job to My Job Selections
Assistant Manager, Brand and Campaigns
The Communications, Marketing, Student Recruitment and Admissions Group is at the heart of attracting, engaging and delivering exceptional student and stakeholder experiences. From award-winning marketing campaigns, global student recruitment activities, and communications that put Heriot-Watt on the global stage, our Group delivers professional services that support the University’s strategic ambitions.Assistant Manager, Brand and CampaignsAdd Job to My Job Selections
Edinburgh, Midlothian, United KingdomThis is an exciting time to join Heriot-Watt and the Recruitment Team who came together in 2020. We are now looking for someone to join our team who has experience in working with hiring managers throughout the Recruitment Cycle. Week to week deliverables will vary from supporting and advising managers on queries on current and future hiring needs, as well as providing support to our