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Jobs at Heriot-Watt University
Governance Analyst
- Edinburgh, Midlothian, United Kingdom (Hybrid)Posting Date10/27/2026
The PMO Governance Analyst plays a key role in establishing and embedding the University’s operational governance capability. The role provides governance, assurance, performance reporting and support that enables effective oversight of operational activity, strategic initiatives and organisational performance.
Accounts Payable Assistant
- Edinburgh, Midlothian, United Kingdom (Hybrid)Posting Date10/27/2026
The Accounts Payable Assistant is responsible for delivering a range of operational Accounts Payable activities accurately, efficiently and in accordance with University Financial Regulations, policies, procedures and controls.
Postdoctoral Research Associate in Electrochemical Biosensors for Breast Cancer Diagnosis
- Edinburgh, Midlothian, United KingdomPosting Date10/27/2026
An opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic, dynamic individual to work on the CRUK-funded project.
Business Analyst
- Edinburgh, Midlothian, United Kingdom (Hybrid)Posting Date10/26/2026
The Business Analyst provides specialist business analysis expertise across a portfolio of strategic and operational initiatives, acting as a trusted advisor to stakeholders and contributing to informed decision-making on complex business change and transformation activity.
Planning Analyst
- Edinburgh, Midlothian, United Kingdom (Hybrid)Posting Date10/26/2026
The Planning Analyst plays a key role in developing and embedding the University’s integrated planning capability. The postholder develops insight into strategic priorities, operational activity, financial performance, capacity, dependencies and risk to support effective planning and decision-making across the institution.
Centre Administrator
- Edinburgh, Midlothian, United KingdomPosting Date10/26/2026
The Centre for Doctoral Training in Applied Photonics (CDTAP) is looking for a Centre Administrator to provide comprehensive administrative support to students, staff and external partners. The role will support a wide range of activities, including student recruitment and admissions, student records management, finance, event organisation, travel arrangements and liaison with industry partners and funding bodies.
Technician
- Edinburgh, Midlothian, United KingdomPosting Date10/26/2026
The Institute of GeoEnergy Engineering (IGE) at Heriot-Watt University is looking for a Technician to develop, maintain and update a dedicated website showcasing the Energi Simulation Chair research programmes, including research projects, personnel, publications, datasets, news and events, supporting collaboration and raising the profile of research advancing a low-carbon energy future.
HR People Partner
- Edinburgh, Midlothian, United KingdomPosting Date10/26/2026
An opportunity has arisen for a full-time HR People Partner to join our HR Directorate. The role provides a co-ordinated, effective and efficient HR partnering service, delivering expert advice and support aligned to organisational needs.
Postdoctoral Research Associate
- Edinburgh, Midlothian, United KingdomPosting Date10/26/2026
The Department of Mathematics at Heriot-Watt University is looking for a Postdoctoral Research Associate to conduct and disseminate research in geometric group theory, focusing on open questions surrounding Gromov-hyperbolicity. The successful candidate will collaborate with the project leader and wider research network, develop independent research directions, publish academic findings, and contribute to the department’s vibrant mathematical research community.
Careers Consultant – Dubai Campus
- United Arab EmiratesPosting Date10/23/2026
We are hiring for a Careers Consultant to join our Careers Team at the Dubai Campus. The Careers Service aims to assist Heriot-Watt University students and graduates to make informed career choices by providing a professional, high-quality career guidance and information service. We work closely with employers and academic Schools to support students by developing the skills they need to maximise their employability.
Technical Support Assistant
- Edinburgh, Midlothian, United KingdomPosting Date10/23/2026
The School of Engineering and Physical Sciences (EPS) is looking to hire a Technical Support Assistant to provide practical maintenance, technical support, and health and safety compliance across its campus buildings, workshops, and laboratory facilities. The role will involve carrying out routine and reactive maintenance, conducting safety inspections, supporting fire safety and equipment compliance, assisting with undergraduate laboratory activities, and helping with the day-to-day operation of technical facilities. Working as part of the wider technical services team, the successful candidate will use their trade skills and problem-solving abilities to maintain safe, functional, and well-organised working environments for staff and students.
Assistant Professor in Mechanical Engineering
- Edinburgh, Midlothian, United KingdomPosting Date10/23/2026
We welcome applications for one position at Assistant Professor level to join the Mechanical Engineering Teaching discipline at Heriot-Watt University in Edinburgh.
Psychology Lab Technician – Dubai Campus
- United Arab EmiratesPosting Date10/22/2026
We invite applications for a Psychology Lab Technician. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the daily operations of the research laboratory, including providing support, training and supervision to undergraduate and postgraduate students in the use of research equipment, techniques, and relevant experimental and statistical software.
Mechanical Workshop Technician/Senior Technician
- Edinburgh, Midlothian, United KingdomPosting Date10/21/2026
A mechanical workshop technician is required to provide support for teaching and research as part of a large team of 12 technical staff.
Residence Life Assistant
- Edinburgh, Midlothian, United Kingdom (Hybrid)Posting Date10/21/2026
The Residence Life Team is looking for a proactive and approachable Residence Life Assistant to provide high-quality support to students living on campus, helping to create a safe, welcoming and inclusive residential community through excellent customer service, student welfare support, and effective day-to-day residence management.
Catering Assistant
- Edinburgh, Midlothian, United KingdomPosting Date10/20/2026
The Estates team are looking for Catering Assistants to provide a professional, welcoming and high-quality catering service to students, colleagues and visitors across the University. The role involves supporting food preparation and service, operating tills, assisting with events and functions, maintaining catering equipment and ensuring high standards of food hygiene, health and safety, and cleanliness.
Research Associate in Prospective Life Cycle Assessment of Tyre Recycling Processes
- Edinburgh, Midlothian, United KingdomPosting Date10/20/2026
The Research Centre for Carbon Solutions are recruiting a postdoctoral research associate to work on the design and prospective life cycle analysis of novel rubber tyre recycling processes.
Electrochemical Water Treatment Technology Specialist (KTP Associate)
- Edinburgh, Midlothian, United KingdomPosting Date10/19/2026
The successful candidate will secure a 26-month collaborative Knowledge Transfer Project (KTP) position between Heriot-Watt University and Sidon Water Ltd.
Cleaner
- Edinburgh, Midlothian, United KingdomPosting Date10/16/2026
Residential and Cleaning Services is the largest of the teams that make up Hospitality Services and is responsible for cleaning all accommodation whether residential, academic or third party on the Edinburgh Campus.
Cleaner
- Galashiels, Selkirkshire, United KingdomPosting Date10/15/2026
To ensure an effective and efficient operation of cleaning services within the Heriot Watt University Scottish Borders campus.
Heavy Mineral Technician
- Edinburgh, Midlothian, United KingdomPosting Date10/15/2026
We are seeking a Heavy Mineral Technician to support geological research.
TransiT Programme Manager
- Edinburgh, Midlothian, United KingdomPosting Date10/15/2026
TransiT is the UK’s largest research hub dedicated to rapidly decarbonising transport through digital twinning.
Assistant Professor in Marketing (Casual)
- MalaysiaPosting Date10/13/2026
Heriot-Watt University Malaysia is seeking to appoint a casual academic staff member to support the delivery of Integrated Marketing Communications, Marketing in Practice, and Business Analysis and Consultancy for the January 2027 semester. The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering engaging teaching, conducting assessments, and providing academic support while maintaining the University’s academic standards. The position is based at the Putrajaya campus, and candidates must be fluent in English as all programmes are taught in English.
Research Development Officer
- Edinburgh, Midlothian, United KingdomPosting Date10/09/2026
Applications are invited for the role of Research Development Officer to support the Research Development Team. The post will be line managed within the management structure of the team.
Enterprise Executive
- Edinburgh, Midlothian, United Kingdom (Hybrid)Posting Date10/07/2026
An exciting role of Enterprise Executive is now available in the Converge team based at the Business and Enterprise Directorate of Heriot-Watt University.
Global Director of Research Commercialisation (Business and Enterprise)
- Edinburgh, Midlothian, United KingdomPosting Date10/05/2026
Please visit the campaign here: https://www.hw.ac.uk/campaigns/hr-recruitment/global-director-of-research-commercialisation
Education Consultant, Future Students
- MalaysiaPosting Date10/02/2026
The Education Consultant will join the Future Students team within the Marketing, Recruitment, Admissions and Communications (MRAC) Department, focusing on recruiting domestic students in Malaysia. The role involves being the first point of contact for prospective students and their parents, providing guidance throughout the student journey, supporting enrolment outcomes, and building positive relationships. The consultant will also work closely with secondary/high school counsellors and education agents across both West and East Malaysia to promote study opportunities and strengthen student recruitment.
EPSRC Doctoral Prize Fellowship
- Edinburgh, Midlothian, United KingdomPosting Date09/29/2026
EPSRC Doctoral Prize Fellowship roles are funded by the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council as part of Heriot-Watt University’s Doctoral Training Partnership award.
Research Associate in Microfluidics for Quantum Bio-Sensing
- Edinburgh, Midlothian, United KingdomPosting Date09/15/2026
The project goal is to create an integrated, multimodal platform to evaluate cellular metabolism and metabolic plasticity in complex microenvironments.
Assistant/Associate Professor of Photonic Quantum Technologies
- Edinburgh, Midlothian, United KingdomPosting Date09/10/2026
The Institute of Photonics and Quantum Sciences is seeking applications for a faculty position at the Assistant or Associate Professor level in the field of Optical/Photonic
