Consent Preferences University of Leicester in United Kingdom invites application for vacant (27) Research Academic Positions – Scholar Idea

University of Leicester in United Kingdom invites application for vacant Research Academic Positions, a public research university based in Leicester, England, United Kingdom.

Teaching Fellow in Computer Science

Vacancy ID:

11077

Location:

Leicester

Department:

Computing and Mathematical Sciences

Vacancy terms:

Full-time or job share, permanent

Salary details:

Grade 7 – £39,105 to £45,163 per annum, pro rata if part-time

Hours per week:

37.5Advert closes midnight on:

12 Jan 2025

The University of Leicester is seeking a Teaching Fellow in Computer Science to join our School of Computing and Mathematical Sciences. This is an exciting opportunity to deliver high-quality teaching in areas including computer science, software engineering, and information security at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels. You will contribute to lectures, tutorials, and project supervision…Save Job

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Research Associate in Clinical Trial Methodology

Vacancy ID:

10864

Location:

Leicester

Department:

Population Health Sciences

Vacancy terms:

Full-time, part-time (at least 50%) or job share considered, fixed term contract until 31 December 2025

Salary details:

Grade 7 – £39,105 to £45,163 per annum, pro rata if part-time

Hours per week:

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24 Jan 2025

We are looking for a talented, motivated individual to join the Biostatistics Research Group to undertake methodological research funded by the NIHR Research for Patient Benefit Programme. We are looking for an excellent researcher with an interest in clinical trial methodology to lead a project looking at identifying methodological uncertainties in the design and analysis of trials in p…Save Job

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Research Associate

Vacancy ID:

11119

Location:

Leicester

Department:

Respiratory Sciences

Vacancy terms:

Full-time, or job share considered, fixed term contract for 24 months

Salary details:

Grade 7 – £39,105 to £45,163 per annum, pro-rata if part-time

Hours per week:

37.5Advert closes midnight on:

18 Dec 2024

The University of Leicester is seeking a Research Associate to join our prestigious Department of Respiratory Sciences. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge translational research on host-microbe interactions, particularly within the NIHR Leicester Biomedical Research Centre’s Respiratory and Infection theme. Your work will involve using ex vivo materials from observati…Save Job

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Facilities Maintenance Engineer – Plumber

Vacancy ID:

10912

Location:

Leicester

Department:

Estates and Campus Services

Vacancy terms:

Full-time or job share, permanent

Salary details:

Grade 5 – £26,038 to £30,505 per annum, pro-rata if part-time

Hours per week:

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06 Jan 2025

This is an exciting opportunity to join the maintenance team at the University of Leicester. You will be working as part of a great team providing support to the wider university. Annual leave is more generous in Higher Education than in other sectors. At the University of Leicester, full-time staff members can enjoy a generous holiday entitlement of 41 days, made up of 27 day…Save Job

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Policy Fellow

Vacancy ID:

11168

Location:

Leicester

Department:

Institute for Policy

Vacancy terms:

Part time (0.4 fte / 15 hours per week) fixed term contract from 01 April 2025 to 31 December 2026

Salary details:

Grade 7 – £39,105 to £45,163 per annum, pro rata

Hours per week:

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05 Jan 2025

We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Policy Fellow to join the University of Leicester’s Institute for Policy (IfP). This is a unique opportunity to play a pivotal role in translating our world-leading research into impactful policy initiatives that address urgent regional and national challenges. Collaborating closely with the Institute Director and Manager, you will strengthen the IfP’s cap…Save Job

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Mixed Methods Researcher

Vacancy ID:

11104

Location:

Leicester

Department:

Cardiovascular Sciences

Vacancy terms:

Full-time, or job share considered, fixed term contract for 24 months commencing March 2025, with possibility of further extension subject to satisfactory review

Salary details:

Grade 6 – £32,296 to £36,924 per annum, pro-rata if part-time

Hours per week:

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06 Jan 2025

Leicester Kidney Lifestyle Team (LKLT) are looking for a bright and enthusiastic early career researcher to take a leading role in a new project aiming to implement and evaluate lifestyle self-management resources for kidney patients and healthcare professionals in primary and secondary care. This project is an integral element within our wider Kidney Lifestyle Research Programme (KLRP) …Save Job

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Electrophysiology Project Manager

Vacancy ID:

11040

Location:

Leicester

Department:

Cardiovascular Sciences

Vacancy terms:

Full-time, part-time (minimum 0.8FTE, 30 hours per week) or job share considered, fixed term contract until 31 January 2027

Salary details:

Grade 7 – £39,105 to £45,163 per annum, pro-rata if part-time

Hours per week:

37.5Advert closes midnight on:

07 Jan 2025

We are seeking an Electrophysiology Project Manager to join the University of Leicester’s esteemed Cardiovascular Sciences Department. In this pivotal role, you will collaborate with Professor André Ng and the Electrophysiology Research Group (EpRG) to oversee a dynamic portfolio of electrophysiology research projects. Your primary focus will be a British Heart Foundation-funded initi…Save Job

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Senior Advisor in Medical Statistics

Vacancy ID:

11002

Location:

Leicester

Department:

Population Health Sciences

Vacancy terms:

Full-time, or part-time (minimum 0.8FTE, 30 hours per week), fixed term contract for 25 months

Salary details:

Grade 8 – £49,250 to £55,295 per annum, pro-rata if part-time

Hours per week:

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13 Jan 2025

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Advisor in Medical Statistics to join our NIHR Research Support Service Hub within University of Leicester’s Department of Population Health Sciences. This Research Support Service (RSS) gives methodological and design advice to researchers across England applying to national funding programmes in health and social care research. You will provid…Save Job

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Research Associate (Palaeoclimate Modeller)

Vacancy ID:

11193

Location:

Leicester

Department:

Geography, Geology and the Environment

Vacancy terms:

Full-time or job share, fixed term contract for 29.5 months

Salary details:

Grade 7 – £39,105 per annum, pro-rata if part-time

Hours per week:

37.5Advert closes midnight on:

18 Dec 2024

We are looking for a Research Associate to join the School of Geography, Geology and the Environment as a Palaeoclimatologist, supporting our Leverhulme Trust-funded project ‘Earth System dynamics at the dawn of the animal-rich biosphere’. You would work both collaboratively and independently as part of a research team that spans Leicester, Cambridge, and Burgundy universities. The …Save Job

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Research Administrator

Vacancy ID:

11117

Location:

Leicester

Department:

Diabetes Research Centre

Vacancy terms:

Full-time, or job share considered, fixed term contract for 12 months

Salary details:

Grade 4 – £23,950 to £26,038 per annum, pro rata if part-time

Hours per week:

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09 Jan 2025

We are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic individual to join the Diabetes Research Centre at the University of Leicester. As a Research Administrator, you will play an integral role in supporting the delivery of innovative research studies focusing on diabetes and long-term health conditions. You will work closely with the trial delivery team, which oversees the set-up, recruitment, and man…Save Job

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Project Support Administrator

Vacancy ID:

11098

Location:

Leicester

Department:

Cardiovascular Sciences

Vacancy terms:

Full-time, or job share considered, fixed term contract for 18 months

Salary details:

Grade 4 – £23,950 to £26,038 per annum, pro rata if part-time

Hours per week:

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05 Jan 2025

The Department of Cardiovascular Sciences are looking to appoint a Project Support Administrator to assist with the initiation, organisation and administration of the clinical research portfolio in Cardiovascular Sciences and the Cardiovascular BRC theme. This is a proactive role, working as part of a wider team and working closely with the NHS clinical and academic staff to ensure the high…Save Job

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Clinical Academic Tutor (CAT)

Vacancy ID:

11065

Location:

Leicester

Department:

Leicester Medical School

Vacancy terms:

Part-time (1PA, 4 hours per week), 3 year appointment subject to review, with opportunity to extend subject to satisfactory performance, appraisal and job planning

Salary details:

Clinical at Consultant

Hours per week:

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05 Jan 2025

We have three vacancies available, one post which is available immediately and the remaining two to commence September 2025. High quality support and feedback provision is a key element of our undergraduate medical course. In Phase 1, this is achieved using a small cadre of experienced academic staff through the overhaul of the personal tutoring system and associated resources, by provi…Save Job

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Research Assistant

Vacancy ID:

11061

Location:

Leicester

Department:

Respiratory Sciences

Vacancy terms:

Part-time (0.5FTE, 18.75 hours per week) fixed term contract from 3 February 2025 to 26 September 2025

Salary details:

Grade 6 – £32,296 per annum pro-rata due to funding restrictions

Hours per week:

18.75Advert closes midnight on:

01 Jan 2025

We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic Research Assistant to join the NIHR Biomedical Research Centre and Department of Respiratory Sciences. You will support funded research into novel diagnostics for breathing pattern disorder. Your responsibilities will include recruiting participants for clinical studies, testing novel diagnostic technologies and conducting complex analys…Save Job

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Staff Health and Wellbeing Coordinator

Vacancy ID:

11136

Location:

Leicester

Department:

Human Resources

Vacancy terms:

Full-time or job share, fixed term contract till 17 January 2026

Salary details:

Grade 5- £26,038 to £30,505 per annum, pro-rata if part-time

Hours per week:

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03 Jan 2025

We have exciting and rewarding opportunity covering the maternity leave of our current post holder, by joining the staff health and wellbeing team and make a difference. We are looking for an experienced administrator who has a real passion and dedication for health and wellbeing, to work collaboratively to support delivery of our operational plan in line with the University’s strategic a…Save Job

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Research Associate or Research Fellow

Vacancy ID:

10454

Location:

Leicester

Department:

Leicester Medical School

Vacancy terms:

Full-time or job share, fixed term contract until 31 May 2027

Salary details:

Grade 7 – £38,205 to £44,263, or Grade 8 – £48,350 to £54,395 per annum, pro-rata if part-time

Hours per week:

37.5Advert closes midnight on:

01 Jan 2025

We are excited to announce a pivotal role at the Stoneygate Centre for Empathic Healthcare. Directed by Professor Jeremy Howick and part of the Leicester Medical School, led by Professor Simon Gay, our Centre is dynamic and expanding. As a Postdoctoral Research Fellow, you will design, deliver, and ensure the quality of research in medical education, focusing on empathic healthcare. …Save Job

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Research Assistant (Data Officer)

Vacancy ID:

11074

Location:

Leicester

Department:

Archaeology and Ancient History

Vacancy terms:

Full-time, fixed term contract for 12 months or part-time (0.5 fte / 18.75 hours per week) for 24 months

Salary details:

Grade 6 – £32,296 to £36,924 per annum, pro-rata if part-time

Hours per week:

37.5Advert closes midnight on:

06 Jan 2025

We are seeking a skilled Research Assistant (Data Officer) to join our team at the University of Leicester’s School of Archaeology and Ancient History, contributing to the AHRC-funded Many New Worlds project. You will play a pivotal role in developing and managing a relational database that integrates new and legacy data, ensuring sustainability beyond the project’s duration. In this role, y…Save Job

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Senior Research and Innovation Associate

Vacancy ID:

11069

Location:

Leicester

Department:

Archaeology and Ancient History

Vacancy terms:

Full-time, fixed term contract to 14 July 2027

Salary details:

Grade 8 – £49,250 to £55,295 per annum, pro-rata if part-time

Hours per week:

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06 Jan 2025

This is an exciting opportunity to join the University of Leicester as a Senior Research and Innovation Associate within the School of Archaeology and Ancient History. You will lead the foodways strand of the AHRC-funded project, Many New Worlds, which examines multi-material archaeological assemblages in the Caribbean. This role requires a high degree of autonomy and offers the chance to shape a…Save Job

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Lecturer in Computer Science

Vacancy ID:

10966

Location:

Leicester

Department:

Computing and Mathematical Sciences

Vacancy terms:

Full-time or job share, permanent

Salary details:

Grade 8 – £45,163 to £55,295 per annum, pro rata if part-time

Hours per week:

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05 Jan 2025

The University of Leicester is seeking a Lecturer in Computer Science to join the Trustworthy Autonomous Systems Group within the School of Computing and Mathematical Sciences, led by Prof. Shigang Yue. This role provides an excellent opportunity to contribute to world-class research and teaching in areas such as Autonomous Systems, Bio-inspired Artificial Intelligence, Robotics, and Databases. I…Save Job

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Lecturer in Distributed Machine Learning and Digital Twins

Vacancy ID:

10965

Location:

Leicester

Department:

Computing and Mathematical Sciences

Vacancy terms:

Full-time or job share, permanent

Salary details:

Grade 8 – £45,163 to £55,295 per annum, pro rata if part-time

Hours per week:

37.5Advert closes midnight on:

05 Jan 2025

The University of Leicester invites applications for a Lecturer in Distributed Machine Learning and Digital Twins within the School of Computing and Mathematical Sciences. In this role, you will contribute to world-changing research and innovative education, with a focus on distributed and high-performance systems. Your research will align with areas such as advanced distributed machine learning …Save Job

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Technical Services Manager

Vacancy ID:

10962

Location:

Leicester

Department:

Physics and Astronomy

Vacancy terms:

Full-time or job share, fixed term contract to 31 July 2026

Salary details:

Grade 7 – £39,105 to £45,163 per annum, pro rata if part-time

Hours per week:

37.5Advert closes midnight on:

05 Jan 2025

We are looking for a skilled Technical Services Manager to take a leading role in overseeing the laboratories within the School of Physics and Astronomy and Space Park Leicester. You will ensure the efficient operation of these facilities, supporting both teaching and research activities. Acting as the Health & Safety and Buildings Coordinator, you will implement safety policies, manage documenta…Save Job

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Global Recruitment Officer

Vacancy ID:

11097

Location:

Hybrid Working

Department:

External Relations

Vacancy terms:

Full-time or job share, Permanent

Salary details:

Grade 6- £32,296 to £36,924 per annum, pro-rata if part-time

Hours per week:

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05 Jan 2025

The International Recruitment Team in the Future Students Office at the University of Leicester is recruiting an International Officer to enhance the University’s global profile, build strong stakeholder relationships, and attract talented students who will thrive at Leicester. Our team engages with stakeholders in the UK and across the world, bringing expertise in strategic marketing, stu…Save Job

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Kusuma Fellowship in Cardiology

Vacancy ID:

11038

Location:

Leicester

Department:

Cardiovascular Sciences

Vacancy terms:

Full-time, fixed term contract for 36 months

Salary details:

Clinical below Consultant

Hours per week:

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05 Jan 2025

The University of Leicester is seeking an exceptional candidate for the prestigious Kusuma Fellowship in Cardiology, based in the Department of Cardiovascular Sciences at Glenfield Hospital, University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust. Funded by the Kusuma Trust UK, this is a unique opportunity to undertake a three-year PhD (with the possibility of a 12-month extension) focusing on novel …Save Job

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Project LIGHT Co-ordinator

Vacancy ID:

10921

Location:

Leicester

Department:

Leicester Medical School

Vacancy terms:

Part-time (0.3FTE, 10.5 hours per week), Permanent

Salary details:

Grade 5 – £26,038 to £30,505 per annum pro-rata

Hours per week:

10.5Advert closes midnight on:

16 Dec 2024

The Project LIGHT Coordinator is a unique and impactful role within the Leicester Medical School, supporting the Leicester Initiative Good Health Team (Project LIGHT). Established in 2010, this initiative is a staff-student partnership embedded in the core medical curriculum and offers extracurricular opportunities for students from other schools. Project LIGHT provides students with placements …Save Job

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Clinical Teaching Fellow

Vacancy ID:

10880

Location:

Leicester

Department:

Leicester Medical School

Vacancy terms:

Full Time, part-time (0.8FTE, 30 hours per week), or job share considered, fixed term contract for 11 months commencing 1 September 2025

Salary details:

Grade 6 – £37,999 per annum (pro rata if part-time)

Hours per week:

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05 Jan 2025

This is an exciting role for a clinician who has completed their Foundation training, to develop your medical education skills. You will provide vital support to the teaching of our undergraduate medical students supervising four study groups of eight or nine students from years 1 and 2 in their completion of workbook activities. You will also support teaching during early clinical placements…Save Job

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Senior Philanthropy Manager

Vacancy ID:

11131

Location:

Hybrid Working

Department:

Development and Alumni Relations

Vacancy terms:

Full-time or job share, Permanent

Salary details:

Grade 8 – £49,250 to £55,295 per annum, pro-rata if part-time

Hours per week:

37.5Advert closes midnight on:

23 Dec 2024

As the University of Leicester enters its first large-scale, multi-year fundraising campaign, we are looking to appoint an exceptional, motivated individual to be a key member of the Development and Alumni Relations Office (DARO). Our exciting campaign will enable a broad range of truly transformative projects across the University, to help further its impact on our society and firmly driv…Save Job

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Professor/Associate Professor in Autonomous Systems

Vacancy ID:

10372

Location:

Leicester

Department:

Computing and Mathematical Sciences

Vacancy terms:

Full-time and permanent

Salary details:

Grade 10 – Competitive (Professor) / Grade 9 – £58,596 to £65,815 per annum (Associate Professor)

Hours per week:

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01 Jan 2025

The University of Leicester is one of the top 200 universities in the world, as well as the Daily Mail University of the Year 2025 and twice shortlisted for University of the Year (THE Awards 2024 and The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025). Our ambitious staff and students work in cooperation to deliver research, teaching and learning of the highest quality. The Scho…Save Job

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Professor/Associate Professor in Distributed Computing

Vacancy ID:

10370

Location:

Leicester

Department:

Computing and Mathematical Sciences

Vacancy terms:

Full-time and permanent

Salary details:

Grade 10 – Competitive (Professor) / Grade 9 – £57,696 to £64,914 per annum (Associate Professor)

Hours per week:

37.5Advert closes midnight on:

01 Jan 2025

The University of Leicester is one of the top 200 universities in the world, as well as the Daily Mail University of the Year 2025 and twice shortlisted for University of the Year (THE Awards 2024 and The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025). Our dedicated staff and students work in cooperation to deliver research, teaching and learning of the highest quality. The Scho…Save Job

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