Heriot-Watt University in United Kingdom invites application for vacant Research and Faculty Positions, a public research university based in Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom
Administrative Assistant – (Accreditation & International)Edinburgh, Midlothian, United Kingdom Posted on 02/02/2024The School of Social Sciences is looking to appoint an Administration Assistant and the role holder will be responsible for providing high-quality day-to-day joint administrative and secretarial support for the School’s accreditation and international projects. Grade/Salary Range: Grade 4 (£22,681 – £24,533)
Grounds Assistant – Facilities at OriamEdinburgh, Midlothian, United Kingdom Posted on 02/02/2024An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our Grounds Team at Oriam for a full time opportunity. The Grounds and Facility Assistant will support the preparation of the pitches and surrounds, as well as to support the Department Supervisors to ensure that the facilities are presented in a clean, safe and organised manner at all times.
Business Systems Specialist – TechnicalEdinburgh, Midlothian, United Kingdom Posted on 02/02/2024Working as part of a small team, you will have strong technical background, with experience of supporting complex software systems, you will help support and develop a range of business systems, primarily the University’s ERP system (Oracle Fusion)
Project/Data Manager for the Ocean Carbon and Nutrient Dynamics Research GroupEdinburgh, Midlothian, United Kingdom Posted on 02/01/2024The successful candidate will be part of the Ocean Carbon-And-Nutrient-Dynamics (Ocean-CANDY) research group at the Lyell Centre, working on the UKRI (NERC) funded project ‘Coccolithophore controls on ocean alkalinity’ (CHALKY) with Prof. Alex Poulton. The CHALKY project is part of NERC’s BIO-Carbon strategic programme, examining how coccolithophore ecology (growth and death) regulates alkalinity in the upper ocean. The CHALKY project is led by Prof. Poulton from Heriot-Watt and involves 13 national and international universities and research institutes; effective management of the project requires smooth communication and collaboration between these different partners.
Research Associate in Ocean Biogeochemical ModellingEdinburgh, Midlothian, United Kingdom Posted on 02/01/2024The successful candidate will be part of the Ocean Carbon-And-Nutrient-Dynamics (Ocean-CANDY) research group at the Lyell Centre, working on the Horizon Europe and UKRI (Innovate UK) funded project ‘Ocean-ICU’ (Ocean-Improving Carbon Understanding; https://ocean-icu.eu). The Ocean-ICU project aims to produce new data, information and understanding of the role of the ocean in the global carbon cycle. This position is in support of two Ocean-ICU work packages: WP2, Current state of the ocean carbon cycle; and WP3, Impact of climate stressors on the Biological Carbon Pump. The work planned is a collaboration between LSCE (Laboratoire des Sciences du Climat et de l’Environment, Paris) and the University of Exeter (Exeter Marine and Atmospheric Science group), and will involve a number of extended visits to these institution
Research Associate in Coccolithophore BiologyEdinburgh, Midlothian, United Kingdom Posted on 02/01/2024The successful candidate will be part of the Ocean Carbon-And-Nutrient-Dynamics (Ocean-CANDY) research group at the Lyell Centre, working on the UKRI (NERC) funded project ‘Coccolithophore controls on ocean alkalinity’ (CHALKY) with Prof. Alex Poulton. The CHALKY project is part of NERC’s BIO-Carbon strategic programme (https://bio-carbon.ac.uk/node/32), examining how coccolithophore ecology (growth and death) regulates alkalinity in the upper ocean. The central hypothesis of the CHALKY project is that high coccolithophore mortality rates, via viral lysis and zooplankton grazing, retain the alkalinity associated with coccolithophore calcite production in the upper ocean.
Assistant Professor in Strategy and Enterprise T&REdinburgh, Midlothian, United Kingdom Posted on 02/01/2024We are seeking to appoint an Assistant Professor in Strategy and/or Enterprise. Salary: Grade 8 (£45,585 – £54,395)
Development Executive – Major DonorsEdinburgh, Midlothian, United Kingdom Posted on 02/01/2024This is a skilled role requiring specialist knowledge and experience of major donor fundraising. Reporting to the Senior Development Executive the post holder will be responsible for securing a high return on investment in the form of major philanthropic gifts from individuals.
Research Associate in CFD modelling of reactive transport in geomaterial related to radioactive waste disposal systemsEdinburgh, Midlothian, United Kingdom Posted on 01/31/2024We are looking for a research associate who will work within GeoSafe on CFD modelling of reactive transport during radioactive waste disposal in LSSR.
Assistant Professor in Interior Architecture and Design – Dubai CampusUnited Arab Emirates Posted on 01/31/2024The Design School on the Dubai campus is seeking to recruit enthusiastic academics with experience of teaching and scholarship or research. Successful candidates will be expected to build research over time and showcase innovative teaching pedagogies. Successful candidates will also be expected to develop strong links to colleagues at the Scottish campuses to deliver high quality learning and teaching, to contribute to the continued development of the programmes offered to students, and to develop external engagement endeavours in association (and as appropriate) with the Academic Schools in Edinburgh, Dubai, Galashiels, and Malaysia.
Senior Technician – MechanicalEdinburgh, Midlothian, United Kingdom Posted on 01/31/2024Candidates for the role will be expected to have a high level of skill in the use of a wide range of machining tools and fabrication techniques. Creativity and accuracy are vital for this role, as much of the work involves translating theoretical ideas into practical solutions in facilities that operate at high pressure and temperatures. The post will involve working between a number of research laboratories and a technical workshop. The role-holder will report to the Senior Technical Services Manager.
Administrative Assistant (PGRs)Edinburgh, Midlothian, United Kingdom Posted on 01/30/2024We are seeking to appoint an Administrative Assistant in the School of EGIS to support the coordinated operation of postgraduate student research activities across the School.
Associate Professor in Finance – Dubai CampusUnited Arab Emirates Posted on 01/30/2024Edinburgh Business School (EBS) Dubai is the largest of five Schools in Dubai. We have staff across three campuses and deliver undergraduate and postgraduate taught and research degrees across a wide range of discipline areas. We are a global University and this is reflected in the way that we manage programmes and courses. We also deliver one of the largest online MBA programmes as well as several specialist MSc programmes through a network of Approved Learning Partners. Due to the continued expansion of student numbers on our Dubai Campus we are looking for highly motivated and qualified academics to join us at an exciting time in our growth. Applicants must have a Doctoral qualification and experience of teaching and course management. The School is seeking to appoint an Associate Professor in Finance.
Associate Professor in Accounting and Finance – Dubai CampusUnited Arab Emirates Posted on 01/30/2024Edinburgh Business School (EBS) Dubai is the largest of five Schools in Dubai. We have staff across three campuses and deliver undergraduate and postgraduate taught and research degrees across a wide range of discipline areas. We are a global University and this is reflected in the way that we manage programmes and courses. We also deliver one of the largest online MBA programmes as well as several specialist MSc programmes through a network of Approved Learning Partners. Due to the continued expansion of student numbers on our Dubai Campus we are looking for highly motivated and qualified academics to join us at an exciting time in our growth. Applicants must have a Doctoral qualification and experience of teaching and course management. The School is seeking to appoint an Associate Professor in Accounting & Finance.
Student Recruitment OfficerEdinburgh, Midlothian, United Kingdom Posted on 01/29/2024This role is responsible for supporting undergraduate recruitment activities for the Scottish and UK markets.
Research AssociateEdinburgh, Midlothian, United Kingdom Posted on 01/29/2024The post will be in the Interaction Lab at Heriot-Watt University’s School of Mathematics and Computer Science (MACS), see http://www.macs.hw.ac.uk/InteractionLab. The successful candidate will join a group of about 20 people, consisting of postdoctoral and PhD researchers and faculty with expertise in NLP, NLG, Ethics in AI, Reasoning, Generative AI, Multimodal and Embodied AI, machine learning, and conversational interfaces.
Assistant Professor in Interior Architecture & Design – Dubai CampusUnited Arab Emirates Posted on 01/29/2024The Design School on the Dubai campus is seeking to recruit enthusiastic academics with experience of teaching and scholarship or research. Successful candidates will be expected to build research over time and showcase innovative teaching pedagogies. Successful candidates will also be expected to develop strong links to colleagues at the Scottish campuses to deliver high quality learning and teaching, to contribute to the continued development of the programmes offered to students, and to develop external engagement endeavours in association (and as appropriate) with the Academic Schools in Edinburgh, Dubai, Galashiels, and Malaysia.
Learning TechnologistEdinburgh, Midlothian, United Kingdom Posted on 01/29/2024A fantastic opportunity for you to confidently use your pedagogical expertise, technical skills and training abilities to support staff and students in their use of the Virtual Learning Environment and digital technologies.
Senior Student Records and Graduation Administrator – Dubai CampusUnited Arab Emirates Posted on 01/26/2024We are currently hiring for a Senior Student Records & Graduation Administrator with the Registry & Academic Support Directorate. Being in a team which is first point of contact and delivers a variety of services, including enrolment, student account payments, and student records. This position requires strong attention to detail and effective communication. post holder will maintain student records at the Dubai Campus, contribute to the development of student record policies and procedures, and liaise with other units to ensure that student data is controlled in line with the appropriate regulatory requirements.
Student Recruitment Assistant – Dubai CampusUnited Arab Emirates Posted on 01/26/2024We are recruiting for a Student Recruitment / Admissions Assistant to join the Dubai campus Team. The Marketing, Recruitment, Admissions and Communications group is at the heart of attracting, engaging and delivering exceptional student and stakeholder experiences. The Admissions Office handles over 20,000 applications to undergraduate and postgraduate programmes at our Scottish campuses each year as well as offering support and advice to admissions colleagues at our Dubai and Malaysia campuses. Our aim is to ensure that all applicants receive a high-quality service that is timely and fair, and we strive to put the applicant at the heart of everything we do.
Research Assistant/Associate in High Speed Photonic Beam ShapingEdinburgh, Midlothian, United Kingdom Posted on 01/26/2024The appointed individual will work on the development of technologies for non-mechanical beam steering, developing systems integrating complex 3D waveguide circuits fabricated using ultrafast laser microfabrication techniques.
Research Associate in Techno-Economic Analysis of Climate Change Mitigation TechnologiesEdinburgh, Midlothian, United Kingdom Posted on 01/26/2024We are seeking an excellent, creative, and motivated postdoctoral research associate to work with us on the techno-economic analysis of a range of greenhouse gas mitigation projects.
Research Associate in Bacterial Production of Biobased MoleculesEdinburgh, Midlothian, United Kingdom Posted on 01/26/2024The Institute of Biological Chemistry, Biophysics and Bioengineering and Institute of Life and Environmental Sciences at Heriot-Watt University are seeking to hire a PDRA for three years in production of bacterial polysaccharides and biosurfactants.
Assistant Professor in Civil EngineeringEdinburgh, Midlothian, United Kingdom Posted on 01/26/2024The School seeks to appoint an Assistant Professor in Civil Engineering with an emphasis on sustainable construction. Salary: Grade 7/8 (£36,023 – £44,2630)/(£45,585 – £54,395)
Senior Executive Assistant to the Vice PrincipalEdinburgh, Midlothian, United Kingdom Posted on 01/26/2024We are seeking to recruit a Senior Executive Assistant to provide high quality support to our the Vice Principal. The ideal candidate will act as a point of contact for the the Vice Principal, both internally and externally, whilst supporting other Executive Assistants and Admin Assistants within the group to drive collaboration and effective team working.
Manager, Prospect ExperienceMalaysia Posted on 01/26/2024The Manager, Prospect Experience will be an experienced leader responsible for delivering the University’s Admissions strategy, working closely with colleagues across the Institution and managing Student Admissions within the University’s central Marketing and Recruitment Team.
Electronics TechnicianEdinburgh, Midlothian, United Kingdom Posted on 01/25/2024The post holder will be responsible for achieving and maintaining high standards with regards to laboratory and workshop practices.
Front Desk ReceptionistEdinburgh, Midlothian, United Kingdom Posted on 01/25/2024We seek to appoint a Receptionist who will a deliver a warm, friendly and professional welcome to the University and act as a key point for information and support to anyone visiting the University.
Senior Administrative Assistant (AcOps)Edinburgh, Midlothian, United Kingdom Posted on 01/25/2024Exciting opportunity to use your organisational and coordinating skills in supporting our Global College to ensure we provide excellent service to our stakeholders. You will support students in enquiries related to their programme or course registrations.
Robotarium ManagerEdinburgh, Midlothian, United Kingdom Posted on 01/25/2024As a member of the Robotarium Leadership Team, this role will have involvement in developing the The National Robotarium and its evolution to a globally significant centre for Robotics and AI.
Professor in Transition EngineeringEdinburgh, Midlothian, United Kingdom Posted on 01/24/2024Heriot-Watt University is establishing a research group with a mission to establish the discipline of Transition Engineering. This is an exciting opportunity to take a leading role in the development and delivery of innovative teaching and research directly relevant to meeting the challenges of just transition to net zero.
Assistant Professor in PsychologyEdinburgh, Midlothian, United Kingdom Posted on 01/23/2024Applicants with specialisms in Research Methods teaching, Developmental Psychology and/or Neuropsychology may apply. The appointment will be made on the basis of a Teaching & Scholarship post for 12 months. Post holders will engage in teaching (approximately 70%), scholarship activities (approximately 10%) and carry out one or more administrative duties (approximately 20%).
Enterprise ExecutiveEdinburgh, Midlothian, United Kingdom Posted on 01/23/2024The Enterprise Executive role at Heriot-Watt University is an exciting opportunity, providing a unique opportunity for someone with strong commercial and/or financial experience and skills to engage in the innovation process at a very early stage
CleanerEdinburgh, Midlothian, United Kingdom Posted on 01/22/2024We are recruiting a number of vacancies for Cleaning staff to work at our Riccarton Campus in Edinburgh.
Centre AdministratorEdinburgh, Midlothian, United Kingdom Posted on 01/18/2024The role holder will be responsible for providing administrative support within the Centre for Doctoral Training in Applied Photonics to both students undertaking the programme and staff leading the Centre.
Administrative AssistantEdinburgh, Midlothian, United Kingdom Posted on 01/18/2024The post holder will work as part of the Procurement team and will be responsible for providing administrative support to the Sections’ Head of Procurement, Procurement Managers, Procurement & Systems Officer, and the Procurement Assistant.
Operations ManagerEdinburgh, Midlothian, United Kingdom Posted on 01/18/2024The post-holder has delegated responsibility from the Centre Manager for all ICMS’s non-event administration, including financial management and oversight, recruitment processes, committee servicing, business processes, estates/office management and health and safety.
Research Associate in Autonomous Fabrication and Metrology of Moiré MaterialsEdinburgh, Midlothian, United Kingdom Posted on 01/17/2024The Quantum Photonics Laboratory seeks a talented scientist to undertake research on the development of a fully autonomous pilot-line for van der Waals (vdW) heterostructure device manufacturing.
Post-Doctoral Research Associate in Design and Manufacturing Processes for Advanced Sensing Systems for Security and Defence ApplicationsEdinburgh, Midlothian, United Kingdom Posted on 01/17/2024The Post Doctoral Research Associate (PDRA) will work on the project “Complete Additive Manufacturing of a Laser Chassis” which is part of the “Making Challenge” of the “Smart Products Made Smarter” (EPSRC funded EP/X025365/1) Prosperity Partnership between Heriot-Watt University, University of Edinburgh, and Leonardo UK.
Post-Doctoral Research Associate in Configurable Machine Learning Approaches to Robotic Optimisation of Complex Optical SystemsEdinburgh, Midlothian, United Kingdom Posted on 01/17/2024The Post Doctoral Research Associate (PDRA) will work on the project “Robotic Assembly and Maintenance” which is part of the “Manipulation Challenge” of the “Smart Products Made Smarter” (EPSRC funded EP/X025365/1) Prosperity Partnership between Heriot-Watt University, University of Edinburgh, and Leonardo UK.
Post-Doctoral Research Associate in Next-Generation Sensing using Event-Based Processing and Neuromorphic ComputingEdinburgh, Midlothian, United Kingdom Posted on 01/17/2024The PDRA will work as part of the Prosperity Partnership between Heriot-Watt University, the University of Edinburgh and Leonardo UK. This project aims to address the current limitations of traditional frame-based sensors and associated processing pipelines with a new family of algorithmic architectures that mimic more closely the behaviours of biological brains.
Research Associate in Techno-Economic Analysis of Solvent-Electrochemical Direct Air CaptureEdinburgh, Midlothian, United Kingdom Posted on 01/17/2024We are seeking an excellent, creative, and motivated postdoctoral research associate to work with us on the CALORIE-DAC project.
Deputy Head of Research Grants FinanceEdinburgh, Midlothian, United Kingdom Posted on 01/17/2024This new role will play a key role in identifying and implementing strategy changes within Research Grants Finance, aligning to the Heriot-Watt strategy, both in terms of research delivery and financial forecasts.
Industry and Schools Engagement LeadEdinburgh, Midlothian, United Kingdom Posted on 01/16/2024The Industry and Schools Engagement Lead is a full-time role within Heriot-Watt University and will be responsible for developing and delivering the Industry and Schools Engagement agenda of the National Robotarium.
Contracts AdvisorEdinburgh, Midlothian, United Kingdom Posted on 01/16/2024A Contracts Advisor’s position has arisen to join our Research Engagement team. Purpose of this Role is to prepare, negotiate and conclude commercial contracts, including confidentiality, research, collaboration & consultancy agreements. The role will support the University’s Excelling in Research strategy with contractual advice for both research and knowledge exchange.
Academic Operations Administrator (Mitigating Circumstances)Edinburgh, Midlothian, United Kingdom Posted on 01/15/2024We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented MC Administrator to join our Academic Operations Team. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in managing cases of mitigating circumstances (MC), demonstrating exceptional interpersonal skills when interacting with students, academic staff, and other stakeholders.
Administrative AssistantEdinburgh, Midlothian, United Kingdom Posted on 01/15/2024We are seeking to recruit an Administrative Assistant to provide high quality support to the Director of Learning and Teaching and the wider school teaching team.
Assistant/Associate Professor in ToxicologyEdinburgh, Midlothian, United Kingdom Posted on 01/15/2024Exciting opportunity for an Associate or Assistant Professor Toxicologist to take a leading role in the development, delivery and growth of the Toxicology MSc, as well as contribute to the delivery of other relevant programmes.
Business Systems Specialist – FinanceEdinburgh, Midlothian, United Kingdom Posted on 01/15/2024The Business Systems Specialist – Finance is responsible for working with colleagues in the Global Finance directorate to manage, improve and enhance the Finance functionality of the University’s enterprise resource planning (ERP) system, which is used to manage data and processes relating to Finance and Human Resources.
Food and Beverage AssistantEdinburgh, Midlothian, United Kingdom Posted on 01/12/2024Heriot Watt University seeks a flexible and customer orientated Food and Beverage Assistant to to provide and assist with the provision of professional, welcoming, high quality, flexible catering service to students, colleagues and visitors to the University across all areas where the service is provided or may be provided by the in house team
Communications OfficerEdinburgh, Midlothian, United Kingdom Posted on 01/12/2024This post is part of the Development Team comprising three Senior Development Executives, three Development Executives, two Development Assistants as well as this role of Development Communications Executive.
Alumni Engagement OfficerEdinburgh, Midlothian, United Kingdom Posted on 01/11/2024As Alumni Engagement Officer you will help to spearhead activities and connect our alumni further to the university. Based in Edinburgh, you will lead, manage, and embed a programme of engagement and volunteering activities, working closely with Schools, across our campuses and with Watt Clubs world-wide.
Senior Administrative Executive, Information TechnologyMalaysia Posted on 01/10/2024The Information Services department of HWUM is committed to delivering integrated, excellent customer centric Library, Information and Learning Technology services to the staff and students of the University. The Senior Information Technology Executive will deliver, support and develop IT services, in particular to support the 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.
Research Associate in Signal Processing/Machine Learning for Wireless CommunicationsEdinburgh, Midlothian, United Kingdom Posted on 01/09/2024A Post-Doctoral Research Associate (PDRA) is needed for a research project, fully funded by the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC).
Manager, Human ResourcesMalaysia Posted on 01/09/2024The HR Manager plays a vital role in providing strategic leadership and oversight for various human resources functions. The primary focus includes effectively managing compensation and benefits and developing and implementing comprehensive policies and procedures specifically designed for reward strategies. This position also involves the management of HR Information System (HRIS), including the maintenance of employee files and the employee database. Additionally, the HR Manager is responsible for implementing performance management strategies that align with the company’s mission and values, making a significant contribution to the growth and well-being of both employees and the organisation
Research Assistant in Chemical EngineeringMalaysia Posted on 01/04/2024Heriot-Watt University Malaysia is seeking to recruit an enthusiastic candidate to help deliver research in the area of Chemical Engineering. The successful candidate will be employed for a period of three (3) years and will be required to fulfil the research obligations of a project entitled Feasibility study of Industry 5.0 in oil palm industry via multi-dimension pinch and mathematical modelling approaches. This research is funded by Fundamental Research Grant Scheme (FRGS) and aims to investigate the optimum Industry 5.0 implementation strategy and approaches in the oil palm industry to have minimum impact of human displacement by smart technologies.
Professors in Computer ScienceEdinburgh, Midlothian, United Kingdom Posted on 12/22/2023Exciting opportunity for you to establish your research groups, building on the robust financial performance and excellent results in the REF 2021 for the School of Mathematics & Computer Science. You will focus on key research areas that align with the School’s Strategic Research Themes, as well as new Global Research Institutes, linked to governmental and societal priority areas. Our research is highly collaborative, working with colleagues across different Schools and supported by partnerships with industry and other stakeholders.
Professor of Accounting or FinanceEdinburgh, Midlothian, United Kingdom Posted on 11/29/2023Exciting opportunity for a Professor of Accounting or Finance who is committed to collaborative working across traditional disciplinary boundaries, who will provide leadership in research, learning and teaching based at the campus in Edinburgh whilst building strong links with the Dubai and Malaysia campuses.
Associate Professor in Well EngineeringEdinburgh, Midlothian, United Kingdom Posted on 11/06/2023We are delighted to be seeking a number of new academic colleagues as part of this exciting large-scale partnership between Heriot-Watt and Zhubanov University in Aktobe, Kazakhstan.
Assistant Professor in Subsurface EngineeringEdinburgh, Midlothian, United Kingdom Posted on 11/06/2023We are delighted to be seeking a number of new academic colleagues as part of this exciting large-scale partnership between Heriot-Watt and Zhubanov University in Aktobe, Kazakhstan.
Mechanical Workshop TechnicianEdinburgh, Midlothian, United Kingdom Posted on 06/29/2023Two mechanical workshop technicians are required to provide support for teaching and research as part of a large team of technical staff. This job will involve providing support services at all the school buildings on the Edinburgh campus as required.
Senior Mechanical Workshop TechnicianEdinburgh, Midlothian, United Kingdom Posted on 06/29/2023Two senior mechanical workshop technicians are required to provide support for teaching and research as part of a large team of technical staff. The mechanical workshop has a range of machinery including conventional workshop equipment, NC machines,