The University of Edinburgh in United Kingdom invites application for vacant Postdoctoral, Academic and Professional Positions, a public research university based in Edinburgh, Scotland.
Research AssistantUnited Kingdom (100% On-campus) Posted on 02/05/2024We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated research assistant to support a project investigating the role of ubiquitin mediated signalling pathways in malaria transmission biology. The project is based in the group of Dr. Nisha Philip based in the Institute of Immunology and Infection Research.
Clinical Research Assistant in Sleep MedicineUnited Kingdom (Hybrid working) Posted on 02/05/2024This is an exciting opportunity for a clinical research assistant to support academic research within the Centre for Clinical Brain Sciences in the Sleep Research Unit.
Innovation FellowEdinburgh – Central Area, Midlothian, United Kingdom (100% On-campus) Posted on 02/05/2024BE THE FIRST TO APPLYThe University is appointing up to 4 Innovation Fellows, who will have a track record of innovative research and/or translation, and will develop a novel research and translation programme, incorporating strong pathways likely to produce impact of reach and significance (e.g. commercialisation or other innovation activities).
Postdoctoral Research AssociateUnited Kingdom (100% On-campus) Posted on 02/05/2024BE THE FIRST TO APPLYWe are looking for a Post-Doctoral Research Assistant to lead a project on the valorisation of polyester-derived CO2 through self-feeding microbial co-cultures. The project will be based in the lab of Dr Joanna Sadler in the Institute of Quantitative Biology, Biochemistry and Biotechnology (IQB3) and co-supervised by Prof. Alistair McCormick in the Institute of Molecular and Plant Sciences (IMPS) in the School of Biological Sciences.
Research AssistantEdinburgh – Western General, Midlothian, United Kingdom (N/A – Do not use) Posted on 02/05/2024We have a Research Assistant position available in the group of Grzegorz Kudla at the MRC Human Genetics Unit (MRC HGU), University of Edinburgh, to study the genetics of Parkinson’s disease.
Lecturer in EconomicsEdinburgh – Central Area, Midlothian, United Kingdom Posted on 02/02/2024The School of Economics is growing and is seeking to appoint a new Lecturer in Economics with an Autumn 2024 starting date.
Research FellowEdinburgh – Western General, Midlothian, United Kingdom Posted on 02/02/2024We have a Research Fellow position available in the group of Grzegorz Kudla at the MRC Human Genetics Unit (MRC HGU), University of Edinburgh, to study the genetics of Parkinson’s disease.
Senior Lecturer/Lecturer in Rabbit, Exotics and Wildlife Medicine and SurgeryEdinburgh – Easter Bush Campus, Midlothian, United Kingdom (Hybrid working) Posted on 02/01/2024BE THE FIRST TO APPLYThe Hospital for Small Animals at the University of Edinburgh is looking to recruit a dedicated and talented veterinary surgeon to join our Rabbit, Exotic and Wildlife Medicine and Surgery. Working in a multidisciplinary environment, you will join a team of two Diplomats, a residency-trained clinician, two ECZM residents and two interns. You will be supported by teams of specialists in multiple other disciplines, including anaesthesia neurology, emergency and critical care, internal medicine and oncology among others, and our nursing and support teams. There is an opportunity to lead the service for the right candidate. UE08 / UE09 starting from £45,585. Full time contract 35 hours/week.
FastBlade Experimental Officer(Structural Composites Test Engineer)United Kingdom Posted on 02/01/2024BE THE FIRST TO APPLYThe School of Engineering seeks to appoint an Experimental Officer. This position will report to FastBlade Manager & Senior Experimental Officer within the School of Engineering.
Research AssociateEdinburgh – Central Area, Midlothian, United Kingdom (100% On-campus) Posted on 02/01/2024Applications are invited for a Research Associate in Care Technologies in Context.
Research Associate in Advanced Laser Diagnostics Investigating the Fluid Mechanics of Primary BreakupEdinburgh – Kings Buildings, Midlothian, United Kingdom (N/A – Do not use) Posted on 02/01/2024BE THE FIRST TO APPLYThe School of Engineering seeks to appoint a Research Associate in Advanced Laser Diagnostics for Spray Research. This Research Associate position will contribute to the project entitled ‘Unresolved fluid mechanics at liquid/gas interfaces for primary breakup of atomizing sprays’ within the Institute of Multiscale Thermofluids.
Lecturer in Science and ReligionUnited Kingdom (N/A – Do not use) Posted on 01/31/2024The School of Divinity seeks to appoint a Lecturer in Science and Religion. The lectureship will contribute to teaching and research in the undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in Science and Religion, with a focus on one or more of Philosophy of Science/Philosophy of Religion, Science and World Religions, AI & Technology, or Cognitive Science. The candidate will be required to lead the online programme for Philosophy, Science and Religion (recently taken over from Philosophy). Competence outside of specifically Christian theology is welcome for the growing inter-religious work in the field of science and religion.
Lecturer in Theology, Philosophy and EthicsUnited Kingdom Posted on 01/31/2024The School of Divinity seeks to appoint a Lecturer in Theology, Philosophy and Ethics. We are seeking to build on the School’s existing areas of strength in theology, philosophy and ethics and to develop our work in areas of contemporary ethical importance. We would particularly welcome applicants who can contribute to teaching and research on one or more of environmental ethics; nonhuman animals; political theology, theology and race; violence, nonviolence and peace; and/or gender and sexuality.
Lecturer in Religion and LiteratureUnited Kingdom Posted on 01/31/2024The School of Divinity seeks to appoint a Lecturer in Religion and Literature. The lectureship will contribute to teaching and research in the undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in Religion and Literature, with a focus on one or more of literary theory, post-colonialism, feminism or LGBT+ perspectives. A regional interest in African, Asian, or Caribbean literature or demonstration of extending the offer within Religion & Literature in other ways is welcome.
Research Fellow in CriminologyUnited Kingdom (100% On-campus) Posted on 01/31/2024BE THE FIRST TO APPLYThe Edinburgh Law School is seeking a Research Fellow in Criminology to work with Professor Susan McVie on the ESRC-funded Scottish Centre for Administrative Data Research (SCADR).
Postdoctoral Research FellowEdinburgh – Central Area, Midlothian, United Kingdom (100% On-campus) Posted on 01/30/2024BE THE FIRST TO APPLYConduct original research on the neuronal activity in the mouse visual cortex, using in vivo electrophysiological recordings and virtual reality. Combine electrophysiological recordings with optogenetic stimulations. Produce material for publication and dissemination.
Research Fellow in Food Systems Transformation (Analytical Support)United Kingdom (Hybrid working) Posted on 01/29/2024We are looking to hire a highly motivated Research Fellow in Food Systems Thinking (Analytical Support), with excellent analytical, organisational and interpersonal skills, to work on our new Wellcome Trust Living Good Food Nation Lab project (https://wellcome.org/grant-funding/people-and-projects/grants-awarded/building-health-centred-net-zero-aligned-food).
Research Associate in Design of Low Grade Heat-Powered Data Centre CoolingEdinburgh – Kings Buildings, Midlothian, United Kingdom (Hybrid working) Posted on 01/29/2024The School of Engineering seeks to appoint a Research Associate in Design of Low Grade Heat-Powered Data Centre Cooling. This Research Associate position will contribute to the EPSRC IAA PV127 Cooling Data Centres with Self-Emitted Ultralow Temperature Waste Heat within the Institute for Materials and Processes.
Postdoctoral Research AssociateUnited Kingdom Posted on 01/26/2024We are looking for a post-doctoral researcher to conduct numerical and analytical studies of elastic turbulence.
Postdoctoral Research AssociateEdinburgh – Kings Buildings, Midlothian, United Kingdom (100% On-campus) Posted on 01/26/2024A PDRA position is available starting ca. 01 July 2024 (or as soon as possible thereafter) for 36 months. The PDRA will be supervised by Prof. Stephen Thomas (ST) and is based in the School of Chemistry at the University of Edinburgh. This position is funded by the EPSRC through a programme grant awarded to a team led by Prof. Guy Lloyd-Jones FRS “Boron: Beyond the Reagent”.
Research Associate: AI at the EdgeEdinburgh – Central Area, Midlothian, United Kingdom (100% On-campus) Posted on 01/26/2024The School of Informatics at the University of Edinburgh is inviting applications for a Research Associate in Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence with a particular focus on method development for Edge Devices, Scenarios and Environments. The successful candidate will be directly working with Amos Storkey (Principle Investigator) in the School of Informatics, and Elliot Crowley (co investigator) in the School of Engineering. The post will be based in Informatics.
Postdoctoral Computational BiologistEdinburgh – Bio-Quarter (Royal Infirmary), Midlothian, United Kingdom (Hybrid working) Posted on 01/26/2024Limiting tissue injury caused by neutrophilic inflammation remains a significant challenge in inflammatory lung disease. This post, funded through a Wellcome Discovery award, will provide the successful candidate with the opportunity to lead the analysis and development of neutrophil proteomic technologies to define neutrophil function and phenotype in health and disease states. The post-holder will further develop computational pipelines, integrate proteomics with metabolomics and transcriptional data sets and contribute to manuscripts for publication and future grant applications and be encouraged to develop independent fellowship opportunities.
Lecturer in Veterinary ParasitologyEdinburgh – Easter Bush Campus, Midlothian, United Kingdom (Hybrid working) Posted on 01/25/2024UE08: Lecturer in Veterinary Parasitology Salary range: £45,585 – £54,395 CMVM, RDSVS, Division of Veterinary Biomedical Sciences Open-ended contract Full time The Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies is looking for an enthusiastic member of academic staff to teach veterinary parasitology to undergraduate and postgraduate veterinary students, develop parasitology research, and enhance links between parasitology research and clinical services.
Core Scientist in Quantitative Genetics and GenomicsEdinburgh – Easter Bush Campus, Midlothian, United Kingdom (100% On-campus) Posted on 01/25/2024We are looking for a candidate to support the development of research activity in small ruminant genetics and genomics, and DNA methylation in livestock species within a newly established group at the Roslin Institute (University of Edinburgh). The main emphasis is on statistical and computational skills, but additional laboratory skills would be advantageous. The position offers substantial independence and potential for growth.
Postdoctoral Research FellowUnited Kingdom (Hybrid working) Posted on 01/24/2024The CAMARADES research group comprises world-leading preclinical meta-research scientists who aim to bring evidence to translational medicine. We welcome applications to join our team as a Postdoctoral Research Fellow.
Clinical Studies OfficerUnited Kingdom (Hybrid working) Posted on 01/24/2024Applications are invited for a Clinical Studies Officer, to join the NRS Mental Health Network based within Kennedy Tower at the Royal Edinburgh Hospital. The NRS Mental Health Network is funded by the Chief Scientist Office to support high quality mental health research in Scotland.
Postdoctoral Research AssociateUnited Kingdom (100% On-campus) Posted on 01/23/2024The Pilizota lab has created a novel bioelectronic interface technology that allows an electronic readout to be obtained from live bacteria in response to environmental stimuli. The group is developing this technology into a novel biosensor for chemical detection in water. This is an opportunity to work with an interdisciplinary team of researchers located at the University of Edinburgh to help realise the vision of transforming a novel technology into a commercial device.
Postdoctoral Research AssociateUnited Kingdom (100% On-campus) Posted on 01/23/2024We are looking for a dynamic and highly motivated Postdoctoral Plant Molecular Biologist with experience of gene editing approaches and bioinformatics, together with expertise in plant tissue culture / plant natural product biosynthesis.
Research AssistantEdinburgh – Bio-Quarter (Royal Infirmary), Midlothian, United Kingdom (Hybrid working) Posted on 01/23/2024We are looking for two research assistants to work across a diverse range of meta-research projects in the CAMARADES team.
Lecturer in Applied PsychologyEdinburgh – Central Area, Midlothian, United Kingdom (Hybrid working) Posted on 01/22/2024We are looking for a talented, enthusiastic and collegiate person to contribute to core teaching, PGT and PGR supervision in Clinical and Health Psychology, predominantly to students on the MSc Children and Young People: Psychological Approaches. The successful candidate will also be expected to continue to develop their own independent programme of research in a field of applied psychology.
Lecturer in French & Francophone StudiesEdinburgh – Central Area, Midlothian, United Kingdom (Hybrid working) Posted on 01/22/2024The Department of European Languages and Cultures, part of the School of Literatures, Languages and Cultures, invites applications for a Lecturer in French and Francophone Studies. The lectureship is tenable from September 2024 on an open-ended basis.
Lecturer in German StudiesEdinburgh – Central Area, Midlothian, United Kingdom (Hybrid working) Posted on 01/22/2024The Department of European Languages and Cultures, part of the School of Literatures, Languages and Cultures, invites applications for a Lecturer in German Studies. The lectureship is tenable from September 2024 on an open-ended basis.
Lecturer in Scandinavian StudiesEdinburgh – Central Area, Midlothian, United Kingdom (Hybrid working) Posted on 01/22/2024BE THE FIRST TO APPLYThe Department of European Languages and Cultures, part of the School of Literatures, Languages and Cultures, invites applications for a Lecturer in Scandinavian Studies, with a specialisation in Danish. The lectureship is tenable from September 2024 on an open-ended basis.
Research Associate in Wildfire ScienceEdinburgh – Kings Buildings, Midlothian, United Kingdom Posted on 01/22/2024The School of Engineering seeks to appoint a Research Associate in the area of wildfire science. This Research Associate position will contribute to ongoing project Informing predictions of firebrand exposure hazard within the Institute for Infrastructure and Environment at the University of Edinburgh. This role is UE07 and is available on a fixed term basis for up to 18 months.
Postdoctoral Research FellowUnited Kingdom (100% On-campus) Posted on 01/22/2024We are looking for a driven and enthusiastic Research Fellow to help deliver a cutting-edge research programme within the newly-established Edinburgh Molecular Mechanisms Cluster.
Postdoctoral Research FellowEdinburgh – Easter Bush Campus, Midlothian, United Kingdom (100% On-campus) Posted on 01/22/2024We are looking for a driven and enthusiastic Research Fellow to help deliver a cutting-edge research programme within the newly-established Edinburgh Molecular Mechanisms Cluster.
Postdoctoral Research Associate for Engineering Biology for Biologic Drug ProductionUnited Kingdom (100% On-campus) Posted on 01/22/2024This exciting industry academic collaboration aims to develop a suite of genetic tools for engineering biology applications in CHO cell biologics production.
Postdoctoral Research AssociateUnited Kingdom (100% On-campus) Posted on 01/22/2024We are looking for a highly motivated postdoc to join the Swaffer lab and lead a major research project within the lab’s overall focus on understanding how cell size impacts core cellular processes (see swafferlab.co.uk and Swaffer et al., Cell 2023 for details).
Research AssociateEdinburgh – Central Area, Midlothian, United Kingdom (Hybrid working) Posted on 01/22/2024The School of Informatics, University of Edinburgh invites applications for a Research Associate position in Computer Vision and Machine Learning.
Research Fellow (Qualitative)Edinburgh – Western General, Midlothian, United Kingdom (N/A – Do not use) Posted on 01/19/2024We are looking for a Qualitative Research Fellow to join our team.
Research Associate – Site Co-ordinatorEdinburgh – Central Area, Midlothian, United Kingdom (Hybrid working) Posted on 01/19/2024We are looking for motivated and creative candidates with a strong interest and background in the applied psychology of mental health, in particular digital mental health applications. Candidates should have research management experience, understand mixed-methods studies, skills in psychological assessment, demonstrable project management skills, and excellent interpersonal and communication skills. The successful applicant will join the Section of Clinical Psychology in the School of Health in Social Science and become a member of the Contextual Mental Health Research Group.
Research AssociateEdinburgh – Central Area, Midlothian, United Kingdom (Hybrid working) Posted on 01/18/2024The School of Informatics at the University of Edinburgh invites applications for a post-doctoral Research Associate position in machine learning and physical simulation to work on a project that aims to enable Language Models (such as ChatGPT) to reason about physical systems.
Lecturer or Senior Lecturer in FinanceUnited Kingdom and 1 more (100% On-campus) Posted on 01/17/2024The University of Edinburgh Business School is seeking to appoint 2 Lecturers / Senior Lecturers in Finance within the Accounting and Finance Subject Group. We are looking for highly competent teachers and researchers with a strong publication trajectory (for appointment at both the Lecturer and the Senior Lecturer levels) and a sustained publication record (for the Senior Lecturer). For these appointments we would particularly welcome applications from candidates within the broad areas of Corporate Finance and/or Financial Markets.
Lecturer in Teacher Education (Primary)Edinburgh – Central Area, Midlothian, United Kingdom (Hybrid working) Posted on 01/17/2024This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to sector-leading Teacher Education provision for Moray House School of Education and Sport in the area of primary education. The post holder will make a key contribution to the leadership, development and design of teaching, pedagogy, and assessment across the Primary Education curriculum.
Senior Lecturer in Contemporary Art Practice and TheoryUnited Kingdom (Hybrid working) Posted on 01/12/2024The Edinburgh College of Art is seeking an engaged and pro-active individual who will make a significant contribution to teaching, research and impact in the post of Senior Lecturer in Contemporary Art Practice and Theory. You will contribute to teaching and develop curriculum at undergraduate and postgraduate levels and supervise doctoral research students. You will develop independent research leading to outcomes, external funding, and partnerships, and take on leadership and citizenship roles in the School of Art and ECA. The postholder will be expected to be a practising artist with a recognised specialism and track record in contemporary art. The successful applicant will have an in-depth knowledge of the theoretical and contextual dialogues within contemporary art practice, and be able to communicate with students in a clear and engaging way.
Research AssociateEdinburgh – Central Area, Midlothian, United Kingdom (Hybrid working) Posted on 01/12/2024The School of Informatics, University of Edinburgh invites applications for a postdoctoral research associate (PDRA) to develop novel methodologies for analysis of large-scale neural recordings over learning. The project is funded by a BBSRC International Partnering Award and involves close collaboration between the host lab of Dr Angus Chadwick (University of Edinburgh) and the labs of Prof N Alex Cayco-Gajic (École Normalé Supérieure) and Prof Matthew Perich (Université de Montréal).
Research Associate in Sensor Data and Resource Management for Autonomous Airborne PlatformsEdinburgh – Kings Buildings, Midlothian, United Kingdom (N/A – Do not use) Posted on 01/11/2024The School of Engineering seeks to appoint a Research Associate in Sensor Data and Resource Management for Autonomous Airborne Platforms. This Research Associate position will contribute to the ERPSC Smart Products Made Smarter prosperity partnership within the Institute of Imaging, Data, and Communications].
Research Fellow in Sustainable AnalyticsUnited Kingdom (Hybrid working) Posted on 01/10/2024We wish to appoint a Postdoctoral Research Fellow to engage in research on Access to Finance for Small Businesses and Climate Change for 9 months.
Postdoctoral Research FellowUnited Kingdom (Hybrid working) Posted on 01/10/2024We seek a Postdoctoral Research Associate to work on the new UKRI Hub for Metabolic Psychiatry (PI Professor Daniel Smith). The Hub for Metabolic Psychiatry is led by the University of Edinburgh and is part of a wider UKRI Mental Health Platform comprising five Hubs from across the UK. Our Hub is focused on the interface between metabolism and severe mental illness.
Research Fellow in Corporate Risk and Machine LearningUnited Kingdom (Hybrid working) Posted on 01/10/2024We are seeking to recruit a Postdoctoral Research Fellow for the project titled “Early Warning Signal Detection for Corporate Risk Using Machine Learning within a Merton Framework,” sponsored by Abrdn.
Postdoctoral Research Fellow (DARE – Home)Edinburgh – Central Area, Midlothian, United Kingdom (Hybrid working) Posted on 01/10/2024We are looking for a postdoctoral research fellow with experience of undertaking research into data and/or care practices in biomedicine to join the 4-year project, ‘Data and the Healthcare Revolution (DARE)’
Postdoctoral Research Fellow (DARE – Nation)Edinburgh – Central Area, Midlothian, United Kingdom (Hybrid working) Posted on 01/10/2024We are looking for a postdoctoral research fellow with experience of undertaking research into data and/or care practices in biomedicine to join the 4-year project, ‘Data and the Healthcare Revolution (DARE)’
Postdoctoral Research Fellow (DARE – Policy)Edinburgh – Central Area, Midlothian, United Kingdom (Hybrid working) Posted on 01/10/2024We are looking for a postdoctoral research fellow with experience of undertaking research into health policymaking to join the 4-year project, ‘Data and the Healthcare Revolution (DARE)’
Senior Lecturer or Lecturer in Small Animal SurgeryEdinburgh – Easter Bush Campus, Midlothian, United Kingdom (100% On-campus) Posted on 01/09/2024BE THE FIRST TO APPLYWe are looking for a Lecturer / Senior Lecturer in Small Animal Surgery depending on experience.
Research FellowEdinburgh – Western General, Midlothian, United Kingdom Posted on 01/09/2024We have one Postdoctoral research opportunity working within the laboratory of Professor Javier F. Caceres at the MRC Human Genetics Unit in Edinburgh, funded by the Medical Research Council.
Postdoctoral Research Associate in Attribution of Changes in Risk from Cyclones of Tropical OriginEdinburgh – Kings Buildings, Midlothian, United Kingdom (Hybrid working) Posted on 01/09/2024We seek a 2-year (24 month) postdoctoral research associate (PDRA) to work on the UK NERC-funded large grant “HUrricane Risk Amplification and Changing North Atlantic Natural disasters (Huracán)”. The project determines what factors influence the development, strength and paths of cyclones of tropical origin. The PDRA in Edinburgh will use observations and climate model simulations to determine how climate change is influencing cyclone risk of tropical origin in Western Europe and contribute to storyline based risk assessments. A combination of attribution methods and machine-learning based causal network methods will be used to determine the key drivers of changing risk. The PDRA will work closely with the project team across the UK and US.
Lectureship in Circular Economy & Sustainability TransformationsUnited Kingdom (N/A – Do not use) Posted on 01/03/2024UE08: £45,585 – £54,395 Per Annum College of Science and Engineering, School of Geosciences, Institute of Geography and the Lived Environment Full Time: 35 hours per week Open Ended Contract – Permanent The Opportunity: The School of Geosciences at the University of Edinburgh wishes to appoint a full-time Lecturer in Circular Economy and Sustainability Transformations on an open-ended contract. We are seeking a highly motivated individual with an interdisciplinary approach and skillset who can join our community of geography, environment and sustainability researchers, to undertake teaching and research relating to the Circular Economy and wider field of Sustainability Transformations.
Lecturer / Senior Research Fellow / Professorial Group Leader in VirologyEdinburgh – Easter Bush Campus, Midlothian, United Kingdom (Hybrid working) Posted on 12/18/2023We are seeking a dynamic and visionary Group Leader in Virology (at Senior Research Fellow or Professor level) to join our exceptional team of researchers. You will lead an independent programme in virus research to improve understanding of how viruses interact with their hosts, contributing to The Roslin Institute’s mission to achieve sustainable agriculture, control diseases and enhance health.
Chancellor’s Fellow in Responsible Machine Learning and Artificial IntelligenceEdinburgh – Central Area, Midlothian, United Kingdom (Hybrid working) Posted on 12/13/2023The School of Informatics and Edinburgh Futures Institute are inviting applications for a Chancellor’s Fellowship in Responsible Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence. Chancellor’s Fellowships are 5 year tenure track fellowships, designed to support talented early career researchers to develop into leading research-active academic at the University. This post is part of EFI’s Centre for Technomoral