Consent Preferences Heriot-Watt University in United Kingdom invites application for vacant (24) Research and Academic Positions – Scholar Idea

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


Professional and Organisational Development Advisor

  • Edinburgh, Midlothian, United Kingdom Posting Dates10/15/2024
A fixed term opportunity for 12 months is now available due to an internal promotion for a motivated, self-starting individual to work in a busy team supporting development of our people and Heriot-Watt University as a whole. The individual will have the opportunity to contribute to the exciting projects the team are involved in as well as to manage and co-ordinate the Development Programmes POD runs. The role contributes significantly toward the University’s realisation of its strategic intent and cultural aspirations through direct involvement in supporting a commitment to lifelong and life wide learning, promoting inclusive and confident leadership, supporting empowered line managers and engaged and motivated colleagues. This is an exciting role with the opportunity for an ambitious individual to develop a career in Organisational Development or Learning and Development.

Deputy Director of Human Resources

  • Edinburgh, Midlothian, United Kingdom Posting Dates10/14/2024
An outstanding new opportunity to join Heriot-Watt University as our new Deputy Director of Human Resources. This key appointment will be based at our Campus in Edinburgh and be part of the HR Leadership Team reporting and deputising for the Global Director of Human Resources. The successful candidate will support the HR Leadership Team (HRLT) to drive the delivery of the People Enabler Strategy and HR Plan for the University.

Research Assistant

  • Edinburgh, Midlothian, United Kingdom Posting Dates10/14/2024
We are seeking an early career researcher to work for three months on proof of concept calculations to support research activity in computational chemistry.

Research Associate in Quantum Theory of Solar Energy Conversion – FTC 36 months

  • Edinburgh, Midlothian, United Kingdom Posting Dates10/11/2024
The post holder will join the Quantum Theory Team led by Prof Erik Gauger with a focus on a range of topics spanning quantum information, -metrology and -energy. The appointee will be embedded in the vibrant and diverse environment offered by the Institute of Photonics and Quantum Sciences with ample opportunity to interact and collaborate with related theoretical and experimental groups.

Director of Converge

  • United Kingdom and 1 more Posting Dates10/11/2024
A fantastic opportunity is now available to join us as the new Director of Converge. Converge is Scotland’s leading company creation programme working in partnership with Scottish universities and research institutes. The post has been funded for the next 3 years and also offers the opportunity to lead a team of 8 people. Based on our Edinburgh Campus there will some travel needed for business purposes.

Research Associate in Advanced Platform for Integrated Quantum Photonics Devices

  • Edinburgh, Midlothian, United Kingdom Posting Dates10/10/2024
The Quantum Photonics Laboratory seeks a talented and motivated scientist to start a new line of research on integrated platforms for novel quantum devices using rare-earth doped crystals for quantum memory applications.

General Assistant x3

  • Edinburgh, Midlothian, United Kingdom Posting Dates10/09/2024
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 3 new General Assistants to actively contribute to the successful delivery of excellent service to all students, staff and visitors across the university.

Research Assistant in Nanomaterial Science (with photonics component)

  • Malaysia Posting Dates10/04/2024
The successful candidate will be employed for a period of 3 years (depending on performance) and will be required to fulfil the research obligations of a project entitled Investigation of the Substantive Physical Mechanism of Optical Gradient Force for Solution-based Nanoparticle Transportation and Deposition on Fiber Ceramic Substrate.

Research Associate in Materials and Industrial Chemistry

  • Edinburgh, Midlothian, United Kingdom Posting Dates10/04/2024
The successful appointee will be responsible to deliver teaching activities in the chemical engineering programme.

Research Associate in Deep Learning for Computational Imaging in Astronomy, and Beyond

  • Edinburgh, Midlothian, United Kingdom Posting Dates10/03/2024
The post holder will develop new image formation algorithms for radio astronomy.

Catering Assistant

  • Edinburgh, Midlothian, United Kingdom Posting Dates10/01/2024
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.

International Student Recruitment Support Officer

  • Edinburgh, Midlothian, United Kingdom Posting Dates10/01/2024
This key role is responsible for supporting the strategic development and delivery of international student recruitment support for Scottish campuses and for specific activities across the global University, notably for our campuses in Dubai and Malaysia. 

Duty Supervisor at Oriam

  • Edinburgh, Midlothian, United Kingdom Posting Dates09/27/2024
An opportunity arisen to join our Oriam team as a Duty Supervisor. The Duty Supervisor will lead the shift team and ensure that the facilities are presented in a clean, safe and organised manner always.

Adjunct Faculty in Real Estate (Executive Education) – Dubai Campus

  • United Arab Emirates Posting Dates09/26/2024
Heriot-Watt University Dubai is looking to recruit enthusiastic Adjunct Faculty in Real Estate (Executive Education) for the School of Energy, Geoscience, Infrastructure, and Society (EGIS) at the Dubai Campus. The role involves teaching and assessing professional training programs, delivering executive education to corporate clients and government entities. These are part time roles.

Senior Administrative Executive, Information Technology

  • Malaysia Posting Dates09/25/2024
Information Services is committed to delivering integrated, excellent customer centric IT, Library and Service Desk services to the community of Heriot-Watt University Malaysia (HWUM). The Senior Information Technology Executive will deliver, support and improve use of IT services by students and staff of Heriot-Watt University Malaysia. The role will be based at the University’s campus in Putrajaya, the administrative capital of Malaysia.

Grounds Assistant at Oriam

  • Edinburgh, Midlothian, United Kingdom Posting Dates09/25/2024
We are looking to appoint a Grounds Assistant at our Operations team at Oriam. As a Skilled Grounds Assistant, you will be responsible for implementing planned pitch maintenance tasks to ensure the pitch surfaces, grass and synthetic are maintained in line with the requirements of high performance sport.

Business Development Manager

  • Edinburgh, Midlothian, United Kingdom Posting Dates09/24/2024
The Business Development Manager is responsible for the financial management and reporting of this Quantum Technology Hub for the 5-year duration of the award.

Finance Officer

  • Edinburgh, Midlothian, United Kingdom Posting Dates09/24/2024
The EDI Caucus project is seeking a Part-time Finance Officer to join the team. Grade 6: £30,505 – £35,800 per annum. (pro rata, part time 50%)

Post Doctoral Research Associate in Microfluidic and Lab Automation Technologies

  • Edinburgh, Midlothian, United Kingdom Posting Dates09/20/2024
The successful candidate will be employed for a period of 20 months and will be required to fulfil the research obligations of a project entitled “MicroSNARE: Automated Enrichment Of Circulating Tumour DNA For Improved Cancer Treatment”.

Post Doctoral Research Associate (PDRA) in Underwater Robotic Manipulation

  • Edinburgh, Midlothian, United Kingdom Posting Dates09/19/2024
We are looking for a highly experienced and skilled PDRA who will work on the EU project AEROSUB.

Assistant Professor in Robotics Engineering – Dubai Campus

  • United Arab Emirates Posting Dates09/16/2024
Heriot-Watt University Dubai is seeking to recruit an enthusiastic academic with experience of teaching and research in Robotics Engineering who is expected to deliver and assess a range of undergraduate and postgraduate engineering courses, that include but are not limited to: Robotics, Mechatronics, signal processing, electrical power, computer architecture and embedded systems. They will also be expected to develop strong links to colleagues based in Edinburgh and Malaysia campuses to deliver high-quality learning and teaching and contribute to the continued development of the programmes offered to students.

Research Associate in Biological Oceanography

  • Edinburgh, Midlothian, United Kingdom Posting Dates09/11/2024
The successful candidate will be part of the Ocean Carbon-And-Nutrient-Dynamics (Ocean-CANDY) research group at the Lyell Centre.

Mechanical Workshop Technician

  • Edinburgh, Midlothian, United Kingdom Posting Dates06/29/2023
A mechanical workshop technician is required to provide support for teaching and research as part of a large team of technical staff.

Senior Mechanical Workshop Technician

  • Edinburgh, Midlothian, United Kingdom Posting Dates06/29/2023
Two senior mechanical workshop technicians are required to provide support for teaching and research as part of a large team of technical staff.

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