University of Aberdeen in Qatar Invites applications for vacant Academic Jobs, University in Doha, Qatar.
Aspire North Development Worker, Global Engagement, Marketing & Recruitment
ASPIRENorth delivers the Schools for Higher Education Programme (SHEP) as a part of the Scottish Further and Higher Education Funding Council (SFC) funded National Schools Programme. It works with young people in secondary schools to (a) raise awareness of post-school education opportunities and (b) raise aspirations to participate in these opportunities. The main focus of activity is on pupils in those secondary schools with the lowest rate of progression into higher education. Additionally, the programme works where appropriate with teachers, parents, carers and relevant community groups. The programme covers the whole of the North of Scotland. A vacancy has arisen for a Development Worker to support the work of the ASPIRENorth Inverness office as a part of the Schools for Higher Education Programme. ASPIRENorth delivers the Schools for Higher Education Programme (SHEP) as a part of the Scottish Further and Higher Education Funding Council (SFC) funded National Schools Programme.It works with young people in secondary schools to (a) raise awareness of post-school education opportunities and (b) raise aspirations to participate in these opportunities. The main focus of activity is on pupils in those secondary schools with the lowest rate of progression into higher education. Additionally, the programme works where appropriate with teachers, parents, carers and relevant community groups. The programme covers the whole of the North of Scotland. A vacancy has arisen for a Development Worker to support the work of the ASPIRENorth Inverness office as a part of the Schools for Higher Education Programme. Are you passionate about the benefits of higher education?Do you believe everyone should have a fair chance to access higher education?Do you have up to date knowledge of college and university life and the student experience?Do you have excellent communication skills and the ability to engage with people from a wide range of backgrounds?As Development Worker you will help to develop and deliver a range of exciting activities designed to inspire young people and support their transition to higher education. Working as part of a small team, you will engage with pupils both in workshop groups and individually to provide a tailored programme that will bridge the gap between school and higher education. Educated to degree level or equivalent, you should have experience of working with young people and developing and delivering resources and materials, ideally within a widening access context. An understanding of barriers facing young people in accessing higher education is required, as is the ability to work on your own and within a team. Salary will be at the appropriate point on the Grade 5 scale, £32,546 – £36,130 per annum with placement according to qualifications and experience. Informal enquiries should be made to Anne Haggart, Regional Co-ordinator (Grampian), e-mail: a.haggart@abdn.ac.uk This post does not meet the minimum requirements for visa sponsorship under the Skilled Worker Route. We are therefore unable to consider applicants for this post that require sponsorship to work in the UK. To apply online for this position visit www.abdn.ac.uk/jobs Job Reference Number: GLOB004A The closing date for the receipt of applications is 15 August 2025 ASPIRENorth embraces a diverse working environment and recognises the many benefits this can bring. Applications from individuals from across all of the equality protected characteristics are encouraged.
More detailsSchool/SectionGlobal Engagement, Marketing & RecruitmentDivisionUnspecifiedStaff CategoryAdministrativePosition TypeFull TimeGradeGrade 5Salary£32,546 – £36,130Ref NoGLOB004AClosing Date15-AUG-2025
Technician, Medicine, Medical Sciences & Nutrition
The Rowett Institute, University of Aberdeen is world-leading in nutrition research investigating the relationships between food, diet, human health, and the environment. Housed in a purpose-built building on the Foresterhill Health Campus, one of the largest health campuses in Europe, it has state of the art facilities including a dedicated Human Nutrition Unit and Analytical facility. As part of the School of Medicine, Medical Sciences & Nutrition, the Rowett is a vibrant and exciting working environment for both established and early career researchers.
More detailsSchool/SectionMedicine, Medical Sciences & NutritionDivisionRowett Institute of Nutrition & HealthStaff CategoryTechnicalPosition TypePart TimeGradeGrade 4SalaryPro rataRef NoROW142TClosing Date14-AUG-2025
Research Fellow, Medicine, Medical Sciences & Nutrition
The Rowett Institute, University of Aberdeen, is world-leading in nutrition research focussing on some of the key global challenges with regards to healthy and sustainable diets, food safety, and the Scottish food supply chain. The research contributes not only to new scientific knowledge, but also to new understanding to underpin Government policies and to inform innovation for industry leading to increased economic growth. Our main source of funding is from the Scottish Government funded Strategic Research Programme (SRP) which we deliver along with five other globally renowned institutes as part of Scottish Environment, Food and Agriculture Research Institutions (SEFARI).
More detailsSchool/SectionMedicine, Medical Sciences & NutritionDivisionRowett Institute of Nutrition & HealthStaff CategoryResearchPosition TypeFull TimeGradeGrade 6Salary£38,249 – £38,249Ref NoROW140RClosing Date13-AUG-2025
Technician, Biological Sciences
The post will be based in the Zoology Building of the School of Biological Sciences in the Doubly Labelled Water laboratory. https://www.abdn.ac.uk/sbs/research/facilities-and-projects/doubly-labelled-water-laboratory/We are a world-renowned facility for the measurement of daily energy expenditure in humans and animals. We are seeking a junior technician to join our team to assist in the provision of research materials and the analysis of research samples for our commercial and collaborative partners. The work will be primarily laboratory based with some office work required.
More detailsSchool/SectionBiological SciencesDivisionUnspecifiedStaff CategoryTechnicalPosition TypePart TimeGradeGrade 3Salary£24,906 – £24,906Ref NoSBS179TClosing Date12-AUG-2025
Institute Administration Assistant (Maternity Cover), Medicine, Medical Sciences & Nutrition
An opportunity has opened up for a member of staff to join the administration team of the School of Medicine, Medical Sciences and Nutrition (SMMSN) on a part-time (0.5FTE) basis to cover a period of maternity leave. The post holder will be located in the Polwarth Building on the Foresterhill Health Campus as part of the MBChB team in the Institute of Education in Healthcare and Medical Sciences. You will be an integral part of the administration team with varied duties relating to the administration of the various academic programmes with duties such as, room bookings, student attendance monitoring and clerking of various committees. At various times you may also be involved in supporting research.
More detailsSchool/SectionMedicine, Medical Sciences & NutritionDivisionInstitute of Education in Healthcare and Medical SciencesStaff CategorySecretarialPosition TypePart TimeGradeGrade 3Salarypro rataRef NoMED229SXClosing Date11-AUG-2025
Research Fellow, Medicine, Medical Sciences & Nutrition
The School of Medicine, Medical Sciences and Nutrition (SMMSN) has a long history of developing novel imaging technologies, especially in Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI). In 1980, The University of Aberdeen performed the world’s first diagnostic MRI scan of a patient, using a scanner invented and built in Aberdeen. Based on this legacy, the University of Aberdeen continues to promote and push the boundaries of MRI technology development.
More detailsSchool/SectionMedicine, Medical Sciences & NutritionDivisionInstitute of Medical SciencesStaff CategoryResearchPosition TypeFull TimeGradeGrade 6Salary£38,249 – £41,671Ref NoIMS310RClosing Date08-AUG-2025
Research Assistant, Medicine, Medical Sciences & Nutrition
Applications are invited for a Research Assistant to join Dr Candice Quin’s group at the University of Aberdeen to work on a project, which investigates factors that contribute to age-related immune remodelling and the development of frailty in older adults, funded through the Academy of Medical Sciences. This project involves data analysis using the UK Biobank dataset. Ideally, the applicant would have experience with large-scale biomedical data like the UK Biobank, particularly in statistical analysis or bioinformatics.
More detailsSchool/SectionMedicine, Medical Sciences & NutritionDivisionInstitute of Medical SciencesStaff CategoryResearchPosition TypePart TimeGradeGrade 5Salarypro rataRef NoIMS309RClosing Date07-AUG-2025
Policy and Quality Officer, Academic Services & Online Education
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Policy and Quality Officer to join the Academic Services team in the Directorate of Academic Services & Online Education. The Academic Services team is responsible for providing administrative support to a number of the University’s main academic committees, the development of education policy, aspects of quality assurance and enhancement and for overseeing the administration of academic appeals, student complaints and academic discipline.
More detailsSchool/SectionAcademic Services & Online EducationDivisionUnspecifiedStaff CategoryAdministrativePosition TypeFull TimeGradeGrade 5Salary£32,546 – £36,130Ref NoONL015AClosing Date04-AUG-2025
Research Assistant, Engineering
The North-East of Scotland is poised to play a strategic role in advancing hydrogen economies across the UK and Europe. Leveraging its extensive deployment of wind power, the region has the potential to become the UK’s green energy hub by producing and exporting green hydrogen, thereby strengthening the entire UK supply chain. Repurposing offshore oil and gas infrastructure for hydrogen technologies—such as integrating wind farms with water electrolysis on platforms—can extend the life of existing assets, save millions of pounds, deliver green energy nationwide, and foster circular economies.
More detailsSchool/SectionEngineeringDivisionUnspecifiedStaff CategoryResearchPosition TypeFull TimeGradeGrade 5Salary£32,546 – £36,130Ref NoENG242RClosing Date10-AUG-2025
Cleaner, Estates & Facilities
The University of Aberdeen is looking to recruit enthusiastic, motivated and dependable cleaners to join our friendly team of dedicated cleaning staff who take great pride in providing high standards of service across the University estate.
More detailsSchool/SectionEstates & FacilitiesDivisionUnspecifiedStaff CategoryManualPosition TypePart TimeGradeGrade 1Salary£12.75 per hourRef NoEST402MClosing Datenot-set
Kirby Laing Chair of New Testament Exegesis, Divinity, History, Philosophy & Art History
The department of Divinity at the University of Aberdeen seeks to appoint an exceptional mid-career or senior scholar to the position of Kirby Laing Chair of New Testament Exegesis. This is a professorial position (Grade 9 on the University of Aberdeen scale; corresponding to spinal points 50–54 in the national scales), suited to a scholar who works in the area of New Testament Studies.
More detailsSchool/SectionDivinity, History, Philosophy & Art HistoryDivisionDivinity & Religious StudiesStaff CategoryAcademicPosition TypeFull TimeGradeGrade 9Salary£68,529 – £77,108Ref NoDHP145AClosing Date31-AUG-2025
