Research and Faculty Positions (82) at Birmingham University in United Kingdom

Birmingham University in United Kingdom invites applications for vacant Research and Faculty Positions, one of the largest and most diverse employers in the United Kingdom.

Student Communications Manager – Academic Services – 100253Z25 – Grade 7

• United Kingdom Posting Dates04/06/2025

Be the First to ApplyThis is an exciting opportunity for an exceptional communications professional to be at the heart of developing and delivering the Student Communications Framework for the University of Birmingham. The role of the Student Communications Manager will also have line management responsibility for a Student Communications Intern and a cohort of student content shapers reporting into the Head of Student Communications in Student Services to deliver innovative and effective communications to our student audience, within a co-ordinated communications community of practice.

Research Fellow (CEDAR & WFD) in Democratic Resilience – School of Government – 56376 – Grade 7

• United Kingdom Posting Dates04/06/2025

Be the First to ApplyThe role of the Research Fellow will be to take a lead in the drafting of policy papers and publications based on engagement with the WFD and original research. The Research Fellow will also provide research and organisational support for the Community of Practice on Democratic Resilience that was recently established by CEDAR and WFD among others, as well as helping to organise events and run CEDAR’s successful podcast.

Research Fellow in Quantum Sensing Modelling – School of Engineering – 105392 – Grade 7

• United Kingdom Posting Dates04/06/2025

Be the First to ApplyThe role will involve developing a model for a quantum inertial sensor and integrating it with an inertial navigation system. The Research Fellow will be based in the Microwave Integrated Systems Lab (MISL) at the University of Birmingham and work as part of a multidisciplinary team that include researchers from University of Birmingham’s Quantum Technology Hub, and an industrial partner.

Technical Manager (SYNTECS) – School of Engineering – 105589 – Grade 7

• United Kingdom Posting Dates04/06/2025

Be the First to ApplyTo manage the EC-funded Horizon project, “SustainablY aNd digiTally driven hiErarchical laser texturing for Complex Surfaces” (SYNTECS) led by Professor Stefan Dimov. The project is in its final 8 months and the Technical Manager should work closely with companies and research partners to implement the developed laser micro processing technologies in three industrial case studies.

Biostatistician – Cancer Research UK Clinical Trials Unit – 105594 – Grade 7

• United Kingdom Posting Dates04/06/2025

Be the First to ApplyThe post holder will provide statistical expertise and advice on the design, conduct and analysis of Cancer Research UK Clinical Trials Unit’s (CRCTU) clinical trials and allied research. Biostatisticians play a central role in the Unit, actively liaising with clinical investigators, contributing to the design and conduct of clinical trials, being responsible for interim and final analysis of clinical trial data and having a key role in the presentation and publication of results. As academic members of the University, Biostatisticians contribute to teaching at undergraduate and postgraduate level.

Research Fellow – Department of Applied Health Sciences – 105020 – Grade 7

• United Kingdom Posting Dates04/03/2025

Be the First to ApplyThe post-holder will work in the NIHR Global Health Research Unit on Global Surgery (GSU), which improves surgical outcomes thorough collaborative research. This post is part of a new National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) funded grant to deliver research activities to make surgery in the NHS more sustainable.

Research Associate – Department of Metabolism and Systems Science – 105125 – Grade 6

• United Kingdom Posting Dates04/03/2025

The Schoenmakers’ group primarily aims to delineate the molecular basis of congenital hypothyroidism (CH), identifying known and novel genetic causes of CH in affected patients using candidate gene and exome/genome sequencing-based approaches. They then investigate the biology associated with particular genetic mutations using in vitro/ex vivo experimental techniques and murine models.

Assistant Professor in Anatomy (Education) – Department of Biomedical Sciences – 32600 – Grade 8

• United Kingdom Posting Dates04/03/2025

Be the First to ApplyYou will contribute to a range of teaching, scholarship and administration as we move into our new facility, the Birmingham Centre for Anatomy, Surgical and Clinical Skills (BCASCS). In addition, you will be expected to demonstrate academic citizenship, developing and maintaining mutually respectful and supportive working relationships with all staff and students, while ensuring the way you carry out your role impacts positively on how others carry out theirs.

Assistant Professor in Anatomy (Education) – Department of Biomedical Sciences – 105522 – Grade 8

• United Kingdom Posting Dates04/03/2025

Be the First to ApplyYou will contribute to a range of teaching, scholarship and administration as we move into our new facility, the Birmingham Centre for Anatomy, Surgical and Clinical Skills (BCASCS). In addition, you will be expected to demonstrate academic citizenship, developing and maintaining mutually respectful and supportive working relationships with all staff and students, and ensuring the way you carry out your role impacts positively on how others carry out theirs.

Research Fellow (Data Science and AI) – College of Engineering and Physical Sciences – 105526 – Grade 7

• United Kingdom Posting Dates04/03/2025

We are seeking early-career researchers with strong technical backgrounds in AI/Data Science and a commitment to interdisciplinary research.

Assistant Professor in Anatomy (Education) – Department of Biomedical Sciences – 105541 – Grade 8

• United Kingdom Posting Dates04/03/2025

Be the First to ApplyYou will contribute to a range of teaching, scholarship and administration as we move into our new facility, the Birmingham Centre for Anatomy, Surgical and Clinical Skills (BCASCS). In addition, you will be expected to demonstrate academic citizenship, developing and maintaining mutually respectful and supportive working relationships with all staff and students, and ensuring the way you carry out your role impacts positively on how others carry out theirs.

Research Fellow in Organic Synthesis – School of Chemistry – 105576 – Grade 7

• United Kingdom Posting Dates04/03/2025

The successful candidate will undertake the development and application of new synthetic methodology and syntheses as directed by Dr Paul Davies. In addition to communication of their results in meetings and conferences they will prepare drafts and high quality supporting information for publications arising from the research.

Assistant Professor in Leadership (Education) – College of Social Sciences – 105578 – Grade 8

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Posting Dates04/03/2025

Assistant Professor in Responsible Business (Research and Education) – Birmingham Business School – 105577 – Grade 8

• United Kingdom Posting Dates04/03/2025

You will contribute to a range of research, teaching and administration. In addition, you will be expected to demonstrate academic citizenship, developing and maintaining generous, mutually respectful and supportive working relationships with all staff and students, and ensuring the way you carry out your role impacts positively on how others can carry out theirs.

Associate Professor (Education) of Law (Dubai) – Birmingham Law School – 105560 – Grade 9

• United Arab Emirates Posting Dates04/03/2025

Contribute at a senior level on a sustained basis to the whole range of administration and teaching leadership. In addition, you will be expected to contribute to academic citizenship, likely to be demonstrated through generous, mutually respectful and supportive working relationships with all staff and students.

Assistant Professor (Education) in Digital Media and Communication (Dubai) – School of English, Drama and Creative Studies – 105561 – Grade 8

• United Arab Emirates Posting Dates04/03/2025

The post holder will lead and deliver teaching, and hold organisation and management responsibilities. The post holder will be expected to contribute to academic citizenship demonstrated through engagement with a range of activities which establish the smooth running of the programme and the growth of Digital Media and Communications on the Dubai campus.

Technical Teaching Fellow in Digital Media and Communications (Dubai) – School of English, Drama and Creative studies – 105572 – Grade 7

• United Arab Emirates Posting Dates04/03/2025

Be the First to ApplyThe Technical Teaching Fellow will have considerable professional experience in the field of digital media and demonstrate excellent communication skills which will enable them to share their knowledge, enthusiasm and expertise with students on the programme. The post holder will demonstrate a strong capacity to forge links with digital media industry partners, ideally in the UAE.

Assistant Professor (Education) in Health Economics (Dubai) – Department of Applied Health Sciences – 105599 – Grade 8

• United Arab Emirates Posting Dates04/03/2025

Based on the UoB Dubai campus, the post holder will act as Programme Lead, and lead teaching across the modules of the programme. They will be expected to contribute to the breadth of taught modules delivered as part of this programme (economic evaluation, health economics, policy, decision modelling) in line with their subject knowledge, work with Edgbaston-based module leads to shape and deliver the programme in line with local needs. They will also set and mark assignments and supervise dissertation projects.

Doctoral Training Project Officer – College of Life and Environmental Sciences – 105421 – Grade 6

• United Kingdom Posting Dates04/02/2025

Be the First to ApplyYou will oversee, and assist in, the administration management of several externally funded doctoral training projects across a School, College or professional service area. You will devise and deliver on project plans to better join up the service delivery in this area by several different functions, namely PGR administration, research operations and doctoral training finance teams.

Research Fellow – School of Social Policy and Society – 98854Z25 – Grade 7

• United Kingdom Posting Dates04/02/2025

To create and contribute to the creation of knowledge by undertaking a specified range of  activities within an established research programme and/or specific research project.

Assistant Professor (Research and Education) – School of Chemical Engineering – 105530 – Grade 8

• United Kingdom Posting Dates04/02/2025

Research is likely to involve initiating, conducting and disseminating original research. Your research will have measurable outcomes reflect in your growing national (and ideally international) reputation. You will be expected to develop research proposals and attract research funding into the School.

Research Fellow – Department of Applied Health Sciences – 105569 – Grade 7

• United Kingdom Posting Dates04/02/2025

The TAPER Study aims to improve NHS menopause care by collaborating with women, members of the public, healthcare professionals, and academics. This research programme involves four interlinked work packages. This role focusses on supporting the first three over a period of 24 months.

Information Assistant – Academic Services – 34518Z23 – Grade 4

• United Kingdom Posting Dates04/02/2025

Collection Management and Metadata Information Assistants will have responsibility for duties relating to the management of the library’s printed collections, audio-visual materials and updating eBook records. This will include fetching, cataloguing, editing of holdings and item records, and reshelving.

Research Fellow (Mental Health Mission MTC – Mechanisms and Mood Disorders) – School of Psychology – 104190 – Grade 7

• United Kingdom Posting Dates04/02/2025

Be the First to ApplyThe post holder will support academic outputs and clinically relevant scientific insights aligned to the NIHR funded, Mental Health Mission Midlands Translational Centre (MHMTC) to conduct original research and work within a growing team of translational researchers.

Assistant Professor in Business Economics (Research and Education) – Birmingham Business School – 105570 – Grade 8

• United Kingdom Posting Dates04/02/2025

You will contribute to a range of research, teaching and administration. In addition, you will be expected to demonstrate academic citizenship, developing and maintaining generous, mutually respectful and supportive working relationships with all staff and students, and ensuring the way you carry out your role impacts positively on how others can carry out theirs.

Assistant Professor in OB/HRM (Education) – Birmingham Business School – 105580 – Grade 8

• United Kingdom Posting Dates04/02/2025

You will contribute to a range of education-related activities. In addition, you will be expected to demonstrate academic citizenship, developing and maintaining mutually respectful and supportive working relationships with all staff and students, and ensuring the way you carry out your role impacts positively on how others carry out theirs.

Customer Service Assistant (Cleaning) – Campus Services – 55529 – Grade 2

• United Kingdom Posting Dates04/01/2025

The post holder will be a key member in maintaining the highest levels of cleanliness and service delivery in all areas of the Village, ensuring our accommodation is ready for students to move in and maintaining this high standard throughout the duration of their stay.

Early Career Researcher – Department of Inflammation and Ageing – 105544 – Grade 7

• United Kingdom Posting Dates04/01/2025

We are seeking an applicant for a fully-funded HORIZON-MSCA-2023-DN PhD studentship in the Department of Inflammation and Ageing at the University of Birmingham, in the group of Dr Niharika Duggal to support a translational research project aiming to elucidate how microbiome dysbiosis, immunesenescence, and muscle ageing contribute to frailty. Through a combination of in vitro studies using models of the human colonic microbiota and co-culture cell models (epithelial cells and immune cells) to study the influence of microbiota derived metabolites on restoring mucosal homeostasis followed by a human clinical trial to evaluate the potential of microbiome-based nutraceutical therapies (e.g., polybiotics and postbiotics) to combat T cell ageing, reduce inflammaging, and improve physical functioning in older adults.

Early Career Researcher – Department of Inflammation and Ageing – 105548 – Grade 7

• United Kingdom Posting Dates04/01/2025

We are seeking an applicant for a fully-funded HORIZON-MSCA-2023-DN PhD studentship in the Department of Inflammation and Ageing at the University of Birmingham, in the group of Dr Joao Pedro de Magalhaes to support a research project aiming to develop machine learning methods for drug repurposing in ageing and frailty disease. We aim to employ a machine learning approach to predict, among existing drugs, which ones have the greatest probability of being suitable for retarding human ageing and preventing age-related diseases and frailty. The project will open up new directions of research, and potentially accelerate the development of medicines for ageing diseases and open opportunities for future translational research.

Early Career Researcher – Department of Inflammation and Ageing – 105551 – Grade 7

• United Kingdom Posting Dates04/01/2025

We are seeking an applicant for a fully-funded HORIZON-MSCA-2023-DN PhD studentship in the Institute of Inflammation and Ageing at the University of Birmingham, in the group of Prof Simon Jones l to support a translational research project aiming to  elucidate the role of extracellular vesicles in obesity-related musculoskeletal decline and frailty.  Using advanced nanoparticle tracking microscopy and in vitro human models of the joint and musculoskeletal systems (chondrocytes, osteoblasts, myoblasts), vesicles released from adipose tissue will be characterised, their biodistribution tracked and their functional roles determined. The project will advance understanding of how obesity drives frailty in older adults. As part of the UNION doctoral network, we are expecting the technician to register for a PhD position in the Jones lab at UoB starting in September 2025.

Senior Research Fellow – School of Social Policy and Society – 105535 – Grade 9

• United Kingdom Posting Dates04/01/2025

Be the First to ApplyBCEIS are looking to appoint an ambitious and accomplished researcher with a strong track record in Medical Statistics and / or Health Economics in Health Technology Assessment. This exciting new post will involve leading the team that delivers health technology assessment (HTA) projects for the Centre’s TAR team, as well as providing senior guidance and expertise in Medical Statistics and / or Health Economics to the team and more broadly across the College and University as required.

Research Fellow – School of Social Policy and Society – 105536 – Grade 8

• United Kingdom Posting Dates04/01/2025

Be the First to ApplyTo create and disseminate knowledge through initiating and conducting original research and through publication, as appropriate to the disciplinary area.

Research Fellow – School of Chemical Engineering – 105562 – Grade 7

• United Kingdom Posting Dates04/01/2025

The Research Fellow will be responsible for carrying out the evaluation of catalysts developed in Chemistry, devising kinetic models to represent the process and design of downstream separation processes, including preparation of bespoke membranes.

Assistant Professor in Marketing (Research and Education) – Birmingham Business School – 105528 – Grade 8

• United Kingdom Posting Dates03/31/2025

TrendingThrough excellent teaching you will inspire students and be informed by discipline-based research and the management, development and delivery of teaching and assessment, whilst enhancing the student experience and employability. You will contribute to a range of education-related activities. Teaching is likely to include a contribution to: (a) the management, development and delivery of teaching and assessment at all levels; and (b) enhancement of the student experience and employability.

College Engagement Administrator – College of Social Sciences – 57358Z25 – Grade 4

• United Kingdom Posting Dates03/31/2025

The specific duties undertaken by the College Engagement Administrator will be informed by the College Apprenticeships and Engagement Manager and the College Apprenticeships and Engagement Officer. The post holder will be responsible for working with School Education Support teams to ensure that electronic records are audit ready and compliant as well as following up on missing evidence and any other duties to meet our legal and internal obligations.

Unit Manager – School of Biosciences – 105407 – Grade 7

• United Kingdom Posting Dates03/31/2025

Be the First to ApplyThe Unit Manager supports the administrative and operational aspects of the HPRU, ensuring smooth research activities and contributing to strategic goals. The Unit Manager oversees the administrative and operational aspects of the NIHR HPRU, including managing PhD students, handling administrative tasks, managing grant finances, and ensuring compliance with regulations. The role involves close collaboration with researchers, providing training and development, and leading a small team.

Project Coordinator – School of Chemistry – 101624 – Grade 6

• United Kingdom Posting Dates03/31/2025

To support and work with ReLiB colleagues and the wider EPS College and Partner Institutions (Universities of Newcastle, Leicester, Imperial & Edinburgh and the Faraday Institution) to coordinate activities, information, data, reporting, events, enquiries and meetings that will underpin the successful delivery of a high-profile research project in terms of key milestones, outputs and outcomes.

Food and Beverage Assistant – Campus Services – Grade 2 – 56618

• United Kingdom Posting Dates03/31/2025

You will be responsible for providing excellent customer service in any one of those areas/outlets. This post will involve basic food preparation, the provision of a high quality food and beverage service, cash handling, cleaning and stock control, together with any other duties required to ensure the smooth running of the business and operations service we offer to our diverse range of customers.

Repository Collections Specialist – Academic Services – 105523 – Grade 5

• United Kingdom Posting Dates03/31/2025

You will provide specialist support for the deposit, description and open access of a wide variety of University of Birmingham research outputs into the University’s repository infrastructure.

Estates Infrastructure Manager (Mechanical) – Estates – 8431 – Grade 8

• United Kingdom Posting Dates03/30/2025

Be the First to ApplyTo manage large or multiple projects across the University that will safely manage the University’s mechanical services of water, gas, steam, drainage and district heating. You will be responsible for Authorised Person (AP) duties on these systems when required. This role will provide technical support and advise to the Estates project team for the delivery of new-build, alteration and refurbishment projects to meet the University goals for net zero carbon.

Research Associate – Department of Dentistry – 105503 – Grade 6

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• Posting Dates03/30/2025

Their role will comprise both the development of bioinformatics pipelines and the application of novel machine learning methods for interpreting microbiome and host ‘omics data from faecal, intestinal biopsy and saliva samples. They will also provide general bioinformatics and analytic support to the BRC OGS Theme

Research Fellow – Department of Microbes, Infection and Microbiomes – 105518 – Grade 7

• United Kingdom Posting Dates03/30/2025

You will primarily be working in Theme 2: Applying Novel Omics Methods to Public Health Microbiology, which aims to demonstrate potential utility of new sequencing technologies such as single cell genomics, long read metagenomics and chromosomal confirmation capture (3C) in public health genomics working.

Assistant Professor in Ethics of Non-Violence (Research and Education) – School of Philosophy, Theology and Religion – 101163 – Grade 8

• United Kingdom Posting Dates03/30/2025

You will contribute to a range of research, teaching and administration. In addition, you will be expected to demonstrate academic citizenship, developing and maintaining generous, mutually respectful and supportive working relationships with all staff and students, and ensuring the way you carry out your role impacts positively on how others can carry out theirs.

Assistant Professor – TESOL (Research and Education) – School of Education – 50191 – Grade 8

• United Kingdom Posting Dates03/30/2025

You will contribute to a range of research, teaching and administration. In addition you will be expected to demonstrate academic citizenship, developing and maintaining generous, mutually respectful and supportive working relationships with all staff and students, and ensuring the way you carry out your role impacts positively on how others can carry out theirs.

Pharmacovigilance (PV) Manager – Cancer Research UK Clinical Trials Unit – 105539 – Grade 8

• United Kingdom Posting Dates03/30/2025

The post holder will lead on pharmacovigilance (PV) and safety reporting within the CRCTU working closely with the CRCTU Director of Operations to develop and maintain appropriate systems and to meet reporting requirements. Activities will include advising on (and where applicable assessing) Serious Adverse Events (SAEs), preparation of development safety update reports, and regulatory reporting to the Medicines for Health Regulatory Agency (MHRA) Individual Case Study Report (ICSR) and the European Medicines Agency (EMA) EudraVigilance systems.

Research Development Officer – Research Strategy and Services – 59785 – Grade 7

• United Kingdom Posting Dates03/30/2025

Reporting to a Research Support Manager and working collaboratively within a team, the RDO helps researchers develop and secure external research grants by providing specialist support throughout the pre-award and contracting process. Acting as a key point of contact for researchers in a designated School, the RDO offers expert guidance on funder terms and conditions, costing and pricing, due diligence of external partners, and submission processes.

CTL Technical Team Leader – College of Engineering and Physical Sciences – 105501 – Grade

• United Kingdom Posting Dates03/28/2025

This is a new role within the CTL and will be embedded within the CTL Prep Team. Working closely with the Prep Team Manager, you will supervise the Set-up team and ensure that day to day tasks are being achieved efficiently and effectively. The Set-Up Team is responsible for setting up and clearing away equipment and glassware before and after timetabled sessions in all the CTL labs. Responsibilities include the washing of glassware, laundering of lab coats, disposal of general and biological wastes and service and maintenance of equipment.

Visitor Services Assistant (Reception) – Campus Services – 100290 – Grade 3

• United Kingdom Posting Dates03/28/2025

TrendingPart of the Visitor Services team the post holder runs the Visitor Reception at Winterbourne House and Garden on a daily basis and occasionally assist in the Shop, welcoming visitors, issuing tickets, selling Membership and providing excellent customer service. The key face on Reception, they are the first point of contact for a wide range of visitors, providing an informed welcome for an exceptional visit whilst also ensuring all internal KPIs are achieved.

Research Fellow – School of Engineering – 104712 – Grade 7

• United Kingdom Posting Dates03/27/2025

Be the First to ApplyFractureFix is a UKRI EPSRC funded International Centre to Centre Award concerned with research investigating secondary osteoporosis and bone fracture. It comprises a collaboration between the University of Birmingham (Lead organisation), ETH Zurich, Switzerland and Uppsala University, Sweden. Within this consortium, the role aims to elucidate the fundamental material and structural properties of bone in these pathologies. This data will be used in complex models predicting fracture which will be developed at ETH Zurich.

Club Development Officer – Campus Services – 42320 – Grade 5

• United Kingdom Posting Dates03/27/2025

Birmingham has a proud and illustrious sporting history and we are looking to appoint a Club Development Officer (CDO) to continue this tradition. The CDO plays a key role in the delivery and development of student sport through the provision of an efficient and effective support service to all sports clubs, particularly in providing long term sustainable development of the sports club infrastructure to enhance the University of Birmingham’s commitment to enhancing the student experience.

BUCS Administrator – Campus Services – 59668 – Grade 4

• United Kingdom Posting Dates03/27/2025

The University of Birmingham has a proud and illustrious sporting history and we are looking to appoint a BUCS Administrator (BA) to continue this tradition. The BA will play a key role in the delivery and development of our University’s BUCS teams and athletes throughout the year. The role is responsible to ensure the highest standards are met for our students and visiting teams, which includes effective support, particularly in the areas of fixtures, training, matches, events, health and safety and equipment.

Research Fellow – College of Arts and Law – 105524 – Grade 7

• United Kingdom Posting Dates03/27/2025

To create and contribute to the creation of knowledge by undertaking a specified range of activities within an established research programme (Treatied Spaces Research Group) and range of projects in development.

Nursery Practitioner – Campus Services – 80996 – Grade 3

• United Kingdom Posting Dates03/27/2025

Be the First to ApplyThe role of the Nursery Practitioner is to ensure that all children attending The Maples Day Nursery receive high quality care, are kept safe, and receive rich and stimulating play experiences which meet their individual needs and support all aspects and components of the Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum. This role will entail light domestic duties as and when required in the playrooms.

Apprentice Senior Administrator (Projects and Events) – College of Social Sciences – 105571AP – Apprentice Grade 5

• United Kingdom Posting Dates03/27/2025

Apprenticeship Context The role of Apprentice Senior Projects and Events Administrator is a great opportunity to develop your career in Higher Education administration. The College Hub plays a vital role in the life of the College, providing support to members of the College Senior Leadership Team and managing a broad range of college-wide projects, events and administrative tasks. As a valued member of College Professional Services staff working in a supportive team, you will learn to provide crucial support to the work of the College in a variety of ways

Research Fellow – School of Physics and Astronomy – 105502 – Grade 7

• United Kingdom Posting Dates03/26/2025

Applications are invited for a Scientific Officer position in the School of Physics and Astronomy at the University of Birmingham to support the EPSRC Strategic Infrastructure “Ultra-Low-Temperature Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (ULT-NMR)” project. The ULT-NMR facility will provide UK researchers with the capability to perform static NMR at temperatures down to 100 mK in variable magnetic fields up to 16 T, including cross-polarisation experiments.

Research Fellow – School of Chemistry – 105511 – Grade 7

• United Kingdom Posting Dates03/26/2025

We are looking for a Postdoctoral Research Fellow to work on the development of mechanically interlocked ligands for biological imaging.

Research Fellow in Sustainable and Degradable Polymers – School of Chemistry – 102885 – Grade 7

• United Kingdom Posting Dates03/26/2025

We are looking for a Postdoctoral Research Fellow to work on a project that is focussed on the functionalisation of natural polymers to enable their blending with other polymers, including PVA. The project will involve both solution and melt phase chemistry using both traditional and mechanochemical methods. The aim of the project is to advance sustainable polymer design for degradation and provide examples for predictive processing capability being developed in the consortium.

Research Fellow in Polymer Chemistry – School of Chemistry – 102742 – Grade 7

• United Kingdom Posting Dates03/26/2025

We are looking for a Research Fellow to work in the area of responsive polymers to be applied in the depolymerisation of poly(ethylene terephthalate), PET. The aim of the project is to develop scalable solutions to allow application of supports that enable catalyst recovery. The project will seek to apply real post-consumer waste and hence understanding of the tolerance to impurities and additives will form an important aspect of the work.

Research Fellow – School of Chemical Engineering – 105498 – Grade 7

• United Kingdom Posting Dates03/26/2025

The primary aim of this role is to advance understanding of how transport infrastructure can be developed to decarbonise mobility in city regions. The role will consider the intersection of transport with the energy system, and the governance frameworks that underpin and shape these systems. The role will include engaging closely with local stakeholders to understand place-based needs and opportunities, including through the co-creation of decarbonisation scenarios and pathways.

Advanced Imaging Specialist – Department of Metabolism and Systems Science – 105479 – Grade 7

• United Kingdom Posting Dates03/26/2025

We are seeking a highly motivated Advanced Imaging Specialist to join our vibrant, multidisciplinary team at the Advanced Imaging Facility of the Centre of Membrane Proteins and Receptors (COMPARE), University of Birmingham (UK). COMPARE is a joint multidisciplinary Research Centre of the Universities of Birmingham and Nottingham that brings together world-leading experts in microscopy, biophysics and computer science to investigate the fundamental mechanisms of receptor signalling in physiology and disease.

Research and Engagement Support Officer (BISCA/IDAI) – College of Engineering and Physical Sciences – 104066S24 – Grade 6

• United Kingdom Posting Dates03/25/2025

The Research and Engagement Support Officer will jointly support (50/50) both institutes and be located in Elm House, a hub for interdisciplinary research. The Research and Engagement Support Officer will work closely with the Head of Institute Operations (BISCA/IDAI) and Project Manager (BISCA/IDAI), as well as the Senior Leadership Team, and various research committees and working groups, for both Institutes.

Learning Technologist – Birmingham International Academy – 95367 – Grade 6

• United Kingdom Posting Dates03/25/2025

The post holder will be working within the Birmingham International Academy (BIA), a unit within the University of Birmingham that provides foundation programmes, presessional programmes and insessional modules and short courses to international students whose first language is not English. The Learning Technologist will work closely with the Educational Technologist Manager and the BIA presessional project team in developing Canvas courses for teachers and students, supporting both the Foundation Programme and the Insessional Programme.

Research Fellow – Department of Applied Health Sciences – 105280 – Grade 7

• United Kingdom Posting Dates03/24/2025

To create and contribute to the creation of knowledge by undertaking a specified range of activities within an established research programme and/or specific research project.

Research Fellow – School of Psychology – 105467 – Grade 7

• United Kingdom Posting Dates03/21/2025

To create and contribute to the creation of knowledge by undertaking a specified range of activities within an established research programme and/or specific research project.

Assistant Professor in Macroeconomics (Research and Education) – Birmingham Business School – 44989 – Grade 8

• United Kingdom Posting Dates03/21/2025

TrendingThe successful candidate will undertake research of international excellence and contribute to knowledge exchange activities within their discipline. They will also contribute to teaching and learning on both new and established programmes, as well as undertake leadership and service activities in line with the strategic objectives of the Department, the Business School, and the College.

Infrastructure & Critical Service Manager – Estates – 11042 – Grade 8

• United Kingdom Posting Dates03/20/2025

To manage large or multiple projects across the University that will safely manage the University’s electrical low voltage (LV) and high voltage (HV) systems. You will be responsible for Authorised Person (AP) duties on these systems when required. This role will provide technical support and advise to the Estates project team for the delivery of new-build, alteration and refurbishment projects to meet the University goals for net zero carbon.

Data Manager – BCTU – 104975 – Grade 4

• United Kingdom Posting Dates03/19/2025

The Data Manager provides administrative support to the multi-disciplinary collaborative Trial research group(s) engaged in conducting trials

Careers Adviser – Academic Services – 48365Z25 – Grade 7

• United Kingdom Posting Dates03/19/2025

The post holder will be expected to design and deliver programmes that improve the graduate outcomes of students, in partnership with Employability Tutors; and develop action plans for Schools and Programmes within their caseload.

Assistant Professor in Creative Practice (Research and Education) – School of English, Drama and Creative Studies – 105423 – Grade 8

• United Kingdom Posting Dates03/19/2025

The new post holder will contribute high quality teaching to our existing suite of programmes which includes the very successful BA in Digital Media and Communications, MA in Digital Media and Creative Industries, the MA in Film and Television: Research and Production and launching from September 2025, the MA In Digital Media and Communications and the MA In Film and Television: Industries and Cultures.

Metadata Specialist -Academic Services – Grade 5 – 34591

• United Kingdom Posting Dates03/19/2025

The post holder will have a key role to play in the creation, editing and management of metadata in order to facilitate discovery and access to information resources. They will undertake cataloguing and classification duties and create and assign subject headings for library acquired resources, using internationally recognised standards. They may have specific responsibility for a specialist area requiring particular subject or language skills, but will be expected to apply their cataloguing skills to the full range of resources acquired by Library Services. 

Trainee Medical Statistician – Birmingham Clinical Trials Unit – 105335 – Grade 6

• United Kingdom Posting Dates03/19/2025

The post holder will assist in providing statistical advice and support to BCTU’s clinical trial research programme that addresses a wide and interesting range of medical problems of practical relevance to patients, carers and health care providers. The post holder will work alongside a number of statisticians supporting studies within BCTU, under the direction of a senior statistician. The Unit is currently running studies in coloproctology, neurosciences, obstetrics and gynaecology, primary care, renal disease, surgery, burns, trauma and critical care.

Research Fellow – School of Engineering – 105392 – Grade 7

• United Kingdom Posting Dates03/19/2025

The role will involve analysing various biochar samples produced through different feedstocks and synthesis processes to assess their suitability for use in building materials. The characterisation of biochar will utilise a range of experimental techniques, including scanning electron microscopy and laser particle size distribution analysis, among others.

Research Associate – School of Biosciences – 105495 – Grade 6

• United Kingdom Posting Dates03/19/2025

You will provide technical expertise, support and guidance in a team working on lipid transfer proteins. You will need an in-depth understanding of the research questions, techniques and experimental protocols. You will be able to use your knowledge to advise on procedures, diagnose and resolve problems and suggest solutions to issues which arise.

Research Fellow – School of Biosciences – 105497 – Grade 7

• United Kingdom Posting Dates03/19/2025

You will provide expertise, support and guidance in a team working on novel lipid transfer proteins. You will need an in-depth understanding of the research questions, techniques and experimental protocols. You will be able to use your knowledge to advise on procedures, diagnose and resolve problems and suggest solutions to issues which arise. You will use your experience in protein biochemistry and structural biology to characterize novel protein complexes (inclusive of transmembrane components) that allow cells to assimilate lipids from their environment. As such, you will provide leadership and guidance to the project.

Research Fellow – School of Social Policy and Society – 105461 – Grade 7

• United Kingdom Posting Dates03/17/2025

To create and contribute to the creation of knowledge by undertaking a specified range of  activities within an established research programme and/or specific research project.

Research Associate – College of Social Sciences – 105462 – Grade 6

• United Kingdom Posting Dates03/17/2025

TrendingWe want to understand how and why strategies and interventions to reduce and prevent unprofessional behaviour at work, for whom and in what circumstances to produce evidence based actionable findings to reduce and prevent unprofessional behaviour in the NHS

Research Fellow in Supernova Cosmology – School of Physics and Astronomy – 105477 – Grade 7

• United Kingdom Posting Dates03/14/2025

The University of Birmingham Astrophysics and Space Research group is looking for one or more postdoctoral Research Fellows to work on cosmology transient surveys and strong lensing. The position(s) are open to work with the group of Dr. Suhail Dhawan on the UKRI/ERC project NGCOSMO.

Research Fellow (Ionosphere Modelling and Development) – School of Engineering – 104444 – Grade 7

• United Kingdom Posting Dates03/12/2025

You will join a group at the forefront of innovation in its field. SERENE’s upper atmosphere models are utilized by over 70 institutions in more than 25 countries around the globe. These models serve a dual purpose: advancing the state of the art in upper atmospheric science research and providing operational support for space weather products and services. Internationally and nationally, the SERENE group is actively engaged in shaping space weather policies and assessing associated risks. This group is committed not just to academic pursuits, but also to practical applications that have real-world impact.

Research Fellow in Systems Chemistry – School of Chemistry – 105456 – Grade 7

• United Kingdom Posting Dates03/10/2025

We are seeking applications for a 24-month Research Fellow position to work on Dr Oliver Maguire’s European Research Council Starting Grant ‘Electrochemically Programmable Biochemical Networks for Animate Materials’ and to support all activities in Dr Maguire’s research group.

Assistant Professor Silicon Detector Instrumentation for Particle Physics (Research and Education) – School of Physics and Astronomy – 105447 – Grade 8

• United Kingdom Posting Dates03/07/2025

Be the First to ApplyThe post holder will play a role in all aspects of the BILPA work, including our ongoing experiments and R&D, as well as helping build new activities. An important priority will be to play a leading role in Birmingham work on the MAPS-based Silicon Vertex Tracker for the ePIC experiment at the US Electron Ion Collider (EIC).

Associate Professor Silicon Detector Instrumentation for Particle Physics (Research and Education) – School of Physics and Astronomy – 105451 – Grade 9

• United Kingdom Posting Dates02/28/2025

Be the First to ApplyThe post holder will play a role in all aspects of the BILPA work, including our ongoing experiments and R&D, as well as helping build new activities. An important priority will be to play a leading role in Birmingham work on the MAPS-based Silicon Vertex Tracker for the ePIC experiment at the US Electron Ion Collider (EIC). There may also be opportunities to contribute to directing the laboratory.

Assistant Professor in Nuclear Physics (Research and Education) – School of Physics and Astronomy – 105277 – Grade 8

• United Kingdom Posting Dates02/05/2025

The School of Physics and Astronomy at the University of Birmingham seeks to appoint an Assistant Professor with strong expertise and a demonstrated scientific track record in nuclear physics, to coordinate and lead the science