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Heriot-Watt University in United Kingdom invites application for vacant Research and Faculty Positions, a public research university based in Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom


Senior Information Governance AssistantEdinburgh, Midlothian, United Kingdom  Posted on 10/03/2023

The University is seeking a Senior Information Governance Assistant with strong administrative skills and experience to join the Information Governance Division, a professional service team within the Governance and Legal Services Directorate.

Academic Programme ManagerEdinburgh, Midlothian, United Kingdom  Posted on 10/03/2023

Exciting opportunity based in Edinburgh to have overall responsibility for the delivery of the Foundation programme provision at our new Approved Learning Partner in Aktobe, Kazakhstan.

Research Grants AdministratorEdinburgh, Midlothian, United Kingdom  Posted on 10/03/2023

Research Grants Finance (RGF) is seeking to recruit two Research Grants Administrators to join their team. The role is responsible for administering a portfolio of research grants and contracts, linking to a School or a range of Institutes within Heriot Watt.

Senior Administrative Assistant -FTCEdinburgh, Midlothian, United Kingdom  Posted on 10/03/2023

You will be part of a small team, providing administrative and reporting support to the Assurance Services Team across its portfolio of responsibilities. Attractive remuneration package offered.

Student Recruitment / Admissions Assistant – Dubai CampusUnited Arab Emirates  Posted on 10/03/2023

We are recruiting for a Student Recruitment The Marketing, Recruitment, Admissions and Communications group is at the heart of attracting, engaging and delivering exceptional student and stakeholder experiences. The Admissions Office handles over 20,000 applications to undergraduate and postgraduate programmes at our Scottish campuses each year as well as offering support and advice to admissions colleagues at our Dubai and Malaysia campuses. Our aim is to ensure that all applicants receive a high-quality service that is timely and fair, and we strive to put the applicant at the heart of everything we do.

Business Development ExecutiveEdinburgh, Midlothian, United Kingdom  Posted on 10/02/2023

We are seeking to appoint a Business Development Executive to create new business partnerships and nurture those partnerships for the benefit of Heriot-Watt Online and the corporate partner.

Sports Facility Supervisor at OriamEdinburgh, Midlothian, United Kingdom  Posted on 09/29/2023

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our team at Oriam as a Sports Facility Supervisor. You will be a part of Scotland’s Sports Performance Centre at Oriam. The Sports Facility Supervisor will lead the shift team and ensure that the facilities are presented in a clean, safe and organised manner always.

Research AssistantEdinburgh, Midlothian, United Kingdom  Posted on 09/29/2023

OnTrak Labs Ltd is a cattle feed specialist providing specialised dietary analysis and feed formulation services. A proprietary method has been developed, using Near-Infra Red (NIR) for analysis of feedstock involving multiple linear regressions (MLR) and principal component analysis (PCA). 

Research Assistant in User Centred AIEdinburgh, Midlothian, United Kingdom  Posted on 09/29/2023

Heriot-Watt University in Edinburgh is seeking candidates for a part time Research Assistant in User Centred AI who will support the work of the funded EPSRC (£3.4M) project Protecting Minority Ethnic Communities Online (PRIME).

Internal Communications and Events ManagerEdinburgh, Midlothian, United Kingdom  Posted on 09/28/2023

The Internal Communications and Engagement Manager will lead a team of experienced professionals to plan, develop and deliver global internal communications for the University.

Internal Communications & Engagement OfficerEdinburgh, Midlothian, United Kingdom  Posted on 09/28/2023

The Internal Communications Officer will play a key role in engaging Heriot-Watt University’s staff and students across the world. We are keen to identify an experienced Internal Communications professional with the passion and enthusiasm for delivering news across an organisation.

Research AssistantEdinburgh, Midlothian, United Kingdom  Posted on 09/28/2023

We are looking for a Research assistant to work on a UK funded project.

PDRA Post Doctoral Research AssociateEdinburgh, Midlothian, United Kingdom  Posted on 09/28/2023

The PDRA will work on the Medical Research Council (MRC) funded project is “Developing Novel Technology for Data Driven Clinical Decision Making” MR/Y007816/1.

Stores TechnicianEdinburgh, Midlothian, United Kingdom  Posted on 09/28/2023

We are seeking to appoint a full time Stores Technician to work in the schools busy central Store. The EPS School Store is led by the Store Supervisor, 2 Stores Technicians and a Store Assistant and is based in two locations within the school.

CDT Training Programme ManagerEdinburgh, Midlothian, United Kingdom  Posted on 09/28/2023

Based at Heriot-Watt University’s Riccarton campus in Edinburgh, the role holder will be responsible for implementing our CDT’s accredited training and professional development programme.

Communications Officer – Dubai CampusUnited Arab Emirates  Posted on 09/27/2023

We are recruiting for a Communications Officer to join our Dubai Campus Marketing, Recruitment, Admissions and Communications (MRAC) directorate. The post holder will be responsible for planning, writing and distributing content to promote the Heriot-Watt brand and activities therein to both internal as well as external audiences. They will support our internal and external communications strategy, write and disseminate publicity material and coordinate events. To succeed as a Communications Officer, the candidate should be able to think creatively, and have excellent communication and interpersonal skills. A Bachelor’s Degree with experience as a Communications Officer or equivalent experience in a similar role is strongly desired.

Reward and Wellbeing AssistantEdinburgh, Midlothian, United Kingdom  Posted on 09/26/2023

An exciting opportunity to join us as a Reward and Wellbeing Assistant, including a broad range of administrative duties, underpinned by your ability to gather and manipulate data which will support the team in improving their data analytics and reporting capability.

Athena Swan PartnerEdinburgh, Midlothian, United Kingdom  Posted on 09/26/2023

We are currently recruiting a pivotal role responsible for leading the University’s commitments to the Athena Swan Charter, and their effective implementation and communication.

Assistant Professor in Electrical and Electronic EngineeringEdinburgh, Midlothian, United Kingdom  Posted on 09/26/2023

We are looking for a talented and highly motivated individual to join our learning and teaching activities in the Electrical, Electronic and Computer Engineering discipline of the School of Engineering and Physical Sciences (EPS). This post is available for six months on a 0.5FTE basis.

TechnicianEdinburgh, Midlothian, United Kingdom  Posted on 09/26/2023

The post holder will be responsible for achieving and maintaining high standards with regards to laboratory and workshop practices. Although part of a workshop-based team once work has been allocated the role holder will be required to work to a large extent on their own initiative and have a flexible approach to the workload.

Assistant Professor in Human Resource ManagementEdinburgh, Midlothian, United Kingdom  Posted on 09/25/2023

We are seeking to appoint an Associate Professor in Human Resource Management.

Research Associate/Research Fellow in Agent Based Modelling for Transport Decarbonisation and Sustainable Cold-ChainEdinburgh, Midlothian, United Kingdom  Posted on 09/25/2023

The Research Associate positions offer the successful candidates an outstanding opportunity to develop their research career, by engaging with a close-knit international community of researchers on a range of well-funded research projects. Salary: Grade7/8 (£36,023-£44,263)/ (£45,585-£54,395)

Project ManagerEdinburgh, Midlothian, United Kingdom  Posted on 09/22/2023

Exciting and challenging opportunity for you to join a vibrant and active team of researchers, technical staff and PhD students, based in the EOR Centre at Heriot-Watt University.

Community Events & Engagement CoordinatorGalashiels, Selkirkshire, United Kingdom  Posted on 09/22/2023

The role will be based within the Student Recruitment team in Marketing, Recruitment, Admissions and Communications (MRAC).

Senior Admissions OfficerEdinburgh, Midlothian, United Kingdom  Posted on 09/22/2023

Exciting opportunity to join our team, you will be tasked with supporting the effective delivery of admissions and playing a key part in ensuring the University meets its targets for entry each year.  With specific responsibility for UK admissions you will be the key contact and source of information for questions on undergraduate processes, entry requirements and qualification and liaise closely with partner academic Schools.

Research Assistant in Engineering and TechnologyMalaysia  Posted on 09/22/2023

Heriot-Watt University Malaysia is seeking to recruit an enthusiastic candidate to help deliver research in the area of engineering and engineering technology/trade. The successful candidate will be employed for a period of three (3) years and will be required to fulfil the research obligations of a project entitled “Investigation of New Hygroscopic Nanostructure via Additive-Enhanced Technique to Achieve High Precision Fiber Bragg Grating Sensing for Humidity Controlled Industries”. This research is funded by Fundamental Research Grant Scheme (FRSG) under Ministry of Higher Education (MOHE). This project aims to develop new sensing material for Fiber Bragg Grating (FBG) to achieve greater sensing accuracy, sensitivity and stability. The scope of work includes prototype fabrication and investigation of its sensing capability etc.

CleanerEdinburgh, Midlothian, United Kingdom  Posted on 09/21/2023

We are recruiting a number of vacancies for Cleaning staff to work at our Riccarton Campus in Edinburgh. 

General AssistantEdinburgh, Midlothian, United Kingdom  Posted on 09/21/2023

The Food and Beverage team is part of Hospitality Services and has responsibility for all aspects of the planning, preparation and service of retail and events catering both on and off the Edinburgh Campus. The team is looking for a General Assistant to actively contribute to the successful delivery of excellent service to all students, staff and visitors across the university.

Cleaning Supervisor x2Edinburgh, Midlothian, United Kingdom  Posted on 09/21/2023

The supervisor(s) will ensure an effective and efficient operation of cleaning services within the Heriot Watt University Riccarton campus. To participate in the day to day programmes of cleaning work within the allocated cleaning zones of the University to ensure that the facilities are maintained in a clean and hygienic condition.

Web Editor – Digital (Dubai Campus)United Arab Emirates  Posted on 09/21/2023

We are currently recruiting for a Web & Content Editor to join our Marketing, Recruitment, Admissions and Communications (MRAC) Team in Dubai Campus. The Web and Content Editor will report directly to the Marketing Manager and the Regional Director, working closely with the University’s web team. They will create and edit dynamic corporate and academic web content to aid the Faculty’s recruitment of new students, to communicate with current students and staff, to communicate the diverse and interesting work of all the faculty disciplines, and to enhance the reputation of the Faculty.

Assistant Professor in Mechanical Engineering – Dubai CampusUnited Arab Emirates  Posted on 09/21/2023

Heriot-Watt University Dubai is seeking to recruit an enthusiastic academic with experience of teaching and research in Mechanical and Energy Engineering who’ll be expected to deliver and assess a range of undergraduate and postgraduate engineering courses, that include but are not limited to: Renewable Energy Technology & Systems, Electromechanical systems, Robotics and Design and manufacture. Particular attention will be given to candidates with expertise in application of robotics in Renewable Energy systems.

Marketing Analysis and Research officer – Dubai CampusUnited Arab Emirates  Posted on 09/21/2023

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 seeking an enthusiastic Market Analysis and Research Officer to join our team at Dubai Campus.

Cleaning AssistantEdinburgh, Midlothian, United Kingdom  Posted on 09/19/2023

An opportunity has arisen to join our team at the Oriam as a Cleaning Assistant to support the facility team to always deliver a clean and safe environment.

Cleaning Assistant – OriamEdinburgh, Midlothian, United Kingdom  Posted on 09/19/2023

The Cleaning Assistant will support the facility team to always deliver a clean and safe environment.

Global Student Assistant (SOSS Student and Academic Support)Edinburgh, Midlothian, United Kingdom  Posted on 09/19/2023

An exiting role has come up for the Global Student Assistant within the Global Student Office. The role provides support exclusively to students and staff in the School of Social Sciences (SOSS). The primary focus of the role is in the area of Student Exchanges, supporting predominantly Languages and Business Management students and staff.

Academic Quality OfficerEdinburgh, Midlothian, United Kingdom  Posted on 09/19/2023

The Academic Quality Officer will be responsible for undertaking key quality assurance activities on behalf of the University, particularly in relation to Academic Review, Academic-Related Professional Services Review, Examination Board processes and guidelines and Annual Monitoring and Review. 

Research Associate/Research Fellow – Data Scientist for Transport DecarbonisationEdinburgh, Midlothian, United Kingdom  Posted on 09/19/2023

The Research Associate/Fellow post offer the successful candidates an outstanding opportunity to develop their research career, by engaging with a close-knit international community of researchers on a range of well-funded research projects. Salary: Grade 7/8 (£36,023 – £44,263)/ (£45,585 – £54,395)

Research Assistant in Marketing and/or PsychologyMalaysia  Posted on 09/18/2023

Heriot-Watt University Malaysia is seeking to recruit an enthusiastic candidate to help deliver research in the area of Marketing and/or Psychology. The successful candidate will be employed for a period of 3 years and will be required to fulfil the research obligations of a project entitled A Novel Extension of the Positive-Emotion-Resilience-Self Efficacy (PERCE) Psychology Model to Mitigate Consumer Deprivation: A Collaborative Study Across Malaysia, UK and China. This research is funded by JPT (FRGS).

Chief Operating OfficerMidlothian, United Kingdom  Posted on 09/18/2023

The Chief Operating Officer is a full-time role within Heriot-Watt University and will play a significant role in establishing The Health and Care Technologies Institute (H&CTI) – one of a series of pan university Global Research Institutes (GRIs) the university is establishing. This challenging role will see involvement in Business Strategy development, Customer Engagement development, relationship building, contract negotiation and market analysis in one of the fastest growing and potentially most impactful technology sectors

Governance OfficerEdinburgh, Midlothian, United Kingdom  Posted on 09/14/2023

The role holder will be responsible for supporting and assisting the Secretary of the University, the Director of Governance & Legal Services and the Head of Policy and Governance Division to develop and promote good practice standards of corporate governance and legal compliance within the University.

Associate Professor in ManagementUnited Kingdom and 1 more  Posted on 09/14/2023

We are seeking to appoint an Associate Professor in Management. The successful candidate will contribute to the development and delivery of innovative and leading-edge education and research programmes in Management area. We are open to applications for candidates from the broad range of sub-disciplines within the subject areas of Management. This can include a diverse range of subjects from Strategy, Organizational Behaviour, Leadership and other sub-disciplines within the field of Management and HRM . We are especially interested in candidates can include themes of Sustainability within these subjects.

Research Institute Administrative AssistantEdinburgh, Midlothian, United Kingdom  Posted on 09/14/2023

We are seeking to appoint a part- time administrative assistant (21 hours) to support the Head of Research Institute and to co-ordinated operations within the Biological Chemistry, Biophysics and Bioengineering (IB3) Research Institute within the School of Engineering and Physical Sciences, and provide cover for the other Research Institutes.

InternshipEdinburgh, Midlothian, United Kingdom  Posted on 09/11/2023

We are delighted to offer a 9 month paid internship for a graduate researcher to design and lead an in-depth research piece on Homelessness and black and minoritized ethnic communities.

Postdoctoral Research Associate in Reproducibility and ComplexityEdinburgh, Midlothian, United Kingdom  Posted on 09/11/2023

We seek an ambitious and creative postdoctoral research associate (PDRA) for a period of 1,5 years (18 months), starting from January 2024.

Postdoctoral Research Associate in Integrity and ComplexityEdinburgh, Midlothian, United Kingdom  Posted on 09/08/2023

We seek an ambitious and creative postdoctoral research associate (PDRA) for a period of 1,5 years (18 months), starting from January 2024

Manager, Human Resources (Professional and Organisational Development)Malaysia  Posted on 09/07/2023

The Manager, Professional & Organisational Development will be responsible for planning, developing, implementing, and administering a range of programmes, initiatives and projects relating to talent management, professional development, performance enhancement and succession planning within the campus overtly link the analysis to the University strategy and plans. This role would also have an overarching responsibility to deliver an effective, integrated and holistic staff development and talent management programme in collaboration with the Research Futures Academy and Learning &Teaching Academy.

Food and Beverage AssistantEdinburgh, Midlothian, United Kingdom  Posted on 08/11/2023

Heriot Watt University seeks a flexible and customer orientated Food and Beverage Assistant to to provide and assist with the provision of professional, welcoming, high quality, flexible catering service to students, colleagues and visitors to the University across all areas where the service is provided or may be provided by the in house team

Mechanical Workshop TechnicianEdinburgh, Midlothian, United Kingdom  Posted on 06/29/2023

Two mechanical workshop technicians are required to provide support for teaching and research as part of a large team of technical staff (5 technicians plus 2 Modern Apprentices). This job will involve providing support services at all the school buildings on the Edinburgh campus as required.

Senior Mechanical Workshop TechnicianEdinburgh, Midlothian, United Kingdom  Posted on 06/29/2023

Two senior mechanical workshop technicians are required to provide support for teaching and research as part of a large team of technical staff (5 technicians plus 2 Modern Apprentices). The mechanical workshop has a range of machinery including conventional workshop equipment (lathes, mills etc.) CNC machines, 3D printers and other tooling.

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