Last Updated on August 13, 2026 by admin
Discover the latest University of Edinburgh vacancies. Search for Postdoc Fellow and faculty positions at this top-ranked UK university.
The University of Edinburgh consistently ranks as one of the top institutions globally, particularly within the fields of medicine and informatics. Consequently, the demand for University of Edinburgh vacancies remains exceptionally high among the international academic community. In addition to its historic Scottish heritage, the university provides a cutting-edge environment for multidisciplinary research. Furthermore, with the current expansion of the Edinburgh Futures Institute, new opportunities for postdoctoral and faculty roles are emerging across various sectors. Specifically, this guide highlights the most urgent University of Edinburgh Vacancies deadlines for the current cycle.
University of Edinburgh Vacancies
Receptionist
- Job Identification14201DepartmentCleaning/Servitorial/Non-Central Midlothian, United Kingdom Contract TypeOpen Ended
Be the First to ApplyAn opportunity has arisen for a customer focused individual to join the Estates Department as part time receptionist based at our Easter Bush Campus in Midlothian, EH25 9RG.
Research Fellow
- Job Identification14579DepartmentCentre for Discovery Brain Sciences Edinburgh – Central Area, Midlothian, United Kingdom Contract TypeFixed TermWork Duration Months12
Be the First to ApplyWe are recruiting a research scientist to establish new technologies for high throughput investigation of cognitive function in mouse models.
Project Manager
- Job Identification14581DepartmentEstates Operations United Kingdom (Hybrid working) Contract TypeOpen Ended
Be the First to ApplyThe Estates Department of the University of Edinburgh has an exciting opportunity within the Estates Operations team for someone with a proven track record to take ownership of and manage, a range of construction, infrastructure, maintenance and net-zero projects on behalf of the University from feasibility to completion or appropriate stage
Chef de Partie
- Job Identification14048DepartmentACE Catering Edinburgh – Central Area, Midlothian, United Kingdom Contract TypeOpen Ended
Be the First to ApplyAn opportunity has arisen for Chef de Partie to join The University of Edinburgh Catering Department. The role will be based at our largest catering unit the John McIntyre Conference Centre (JMCC) located within Pollock halls.
Food & Beverage Assistant
- Job Identification14628DepartmentACE Catering Edinburgh – Central Area, Midlothian, United Kingdom Contract TypeGuaranteed Hours (Open Ended)
Be the First to ApplyAn opportunity has arisen at our largest catering unit; The John McIntyre Centre located within the Pollock Halls Campus.
IS Facilities Assistant
- Job Identification14681DepartmentFacilities United Kingdom Contract TypeOpen Ended
We are seeking a Facilities Assistant to join the Information Services Facilities team, supporting operations across the Main Library, Staff Hub, and other study space hubs within the University
Postdoctoral Research Associate
- Job Identification14695DepartmentInstitute of Cell Biology Edinburgh – Kings Buildings, Midlothian, United Kingdom Contract TypeFixed TermWork Duration Months12
We are seeking a highly motivated postdoc candidate to join the Swaffer lab and lead a major project addressing how cell size impacts cancer cell biology.
Research Assistant
- Job Identification14705DepartmentInstitute of Molecular Plant Science Edinburgh – Kings Buildings, Midlothian, United Kingdom Contract TypeFixed TermWork Duration Months22
We are looking for a Research Associate to assist our study of the role of ZHOUPI genes in the cell death and breakdown of the embryo-surrounding maternal tissues of the model liverwort Marchantia polymorpha and several other non seed plant models. The post is in the group of Prof. Justin Goodrich in the Institute of Molecular Plant Sciences and will be supported by a full time Post Doctoral Research Assistant (PDRA).
Research Fellow (Data Analysis)
- Job Identification14512DepartmentCentre for Medical Informatics Edinburgh – BioQuarter, Midlothian, United Kingdom (Hybrid working) Contract TypeFixed TermWork Duration Months12
The Centre for Medical Informatics at the Usher Institute within The University of Edinburgh is looking for a Research Fellow (Data Analysis).
Project Archivist (Polish School of Medicine)
- Job Identification14570DepartmentHeritage Collections (Research and Curatorial) United Kingdom Contract TypeFixed TermWork Duration Months24
Be the First to ApplyThe Project Archivist (Polish School of Medicine) will oversee the delivery of a project to catalogue, preserve and disseminate knowledge of the collections which document the history of the Polish School of Medicine (PSM) at the University of Edinburgh.
Research Assistant
- Job Identification14598DepartmentBusiness School Edinburgh – Central Area, Midlothian, United Kingdom (Hybrid working) Contract TypeGuaranteed Hours (Fixed Term)Work Duration Months10
Working as part of the Gender + Sexuality Data Lab at the University of Edinburgh Business School, the post involves supporting Dr Kevin Guyan with the delivery of impact and knowledge exchange activities for the project ‘Box Breakers: Improving Organisational Data Practices for Minoritised Communities’.
Catering and Events Operations Team Leader
- Job Identification14403DepartmentACE Catering Edinburgh – Central Area, Midlothian, United Kingdom Contract TypeOpen Ended
Be the First to ApplyThe Catering and Events Operations Team Leader has a vital leadership role within the wider catering team, with significant responsibility to deliver successful events and ensure our long-term success and sustainability. The post holder will hold a pivotal role in developing the highest possible levels of service and customer engagement.
Postdoctoral Research Fellow
- Job Identification14614DepartmentCentre for Discovery Brain Sciences Edinburgh – BioQuarter, Midlothian, United Kingdom Contract TypeFixed TermWork Duration Months12
We are looking for a postdoctoral research fellow to join the group of Prof. David Lyons at the University of Edinburgh MS Society Edinburgh Centre for MS. The post holder study mechanisms that underpin nervous system health and function that aims to identify strategies to promote neuroprotection and repair to treat disease. The post holder will employ zebrafish as a discovery model organism, complementing investigation across the centre using other systems and platforms.
Community Programmes Coordinator
- Job Identification14676DepartmentUniversity Sport and Exercise United Kingdom Contract TypeFixed TermWork Duration Months11
Edinburgh Sport has a fantastic opportunity to support the delivery of community impact programmes and help improve the lives of young people across the city.
Research Associate
- Job Identification14684DepartmentInstitute for Language, Cognition and Computation Edinburgh – Central Area, Midlothian, United Kingdom Contract TypeFixed TermWork Duration Months14
Five positions are part of the Science of Fundamental AI Research (SOFAIR) Lab, a partnership between UCL and the Universities of Cambridge, Edinburgh, and Oxford. SOFAIR is one of two new national AI research labs funded as part of a £60 million investment from UK Research and Innovation (UKRI).
Director of MBChB Admissions
- Job Identification14704DepartmentEdinburgh Medical School (Medical Education) United Kingdom (Hybrid working) Contract TypeFixed Term
Be the First to ApplyEdinburgh Medical School is seeking a Director of MBChB Admissions responsible for overseeing the effective planning and organising of activities related to the recruitment and admissions processes for Edinburgh undergraduate medical programmes
Senior Finance Lead
- Job Identification14650DepartmentEI Finance United Kingdom Contract TypeFixed TermWork Duration Months18
Be the First to ApplyEdinburgh Innovations Ltd. are seeking a Senior Finance Lead to join our Finance & Operations team.
PA to Executive Director, Commercial & Residential Services
- Job Identification14330DepartmentACE Business Administration Edinburgh – Central Area, Midlothian, United Kingdom Contract TypeOpen Ended
We are seeking a highly skilled PA to provide exceptional support to the Executive Director of Commercial and Residential Services. In this dynamic role, you will handle highly confidential correspondence and liaise with a variety of organisations and senior figures.
Electrician/Approved Electrician
- Job Identification14438DepartmentCentral Maintenance United Kingdom Contract TypeOpen Ended
Be the First to ApplyWe are now looking for an Electrician/Approved Electrician to join our multi-disciplined maintenance team. You will be joining a team that provides exceptional customer services to an expanding world class estate.
Commis Chef
- Job Identification14487DepartmentACE Catering Edinburgh – Central Area, Midlothian, United Kingdom Contract TypeOpen Ended
Be the First to ApplyWe are looking for a Commis Chef to be part of our team at Canopy Kitchen & Courtyard, based at the iconic Edinburgh Future’s Institute, in the heart of the Meadows. Canopy provides a busy Grab & Go style café service, where all the products are made fresh daily in house. A 70-cover restaurant serving up brunch 6 days per week and dinner 3 days per week, focusing on seasonal, Scottish ingredients, whilst also provides delivered hospitality and event catering to the clients in the building. This complex operation, with so much going on, is the perfect opportunity for a Commis Chef looking to take the next step in their career development.
Research Associate in Energy System Modelling and Market Design
- Job Identification14646DepartmentInstitute for Energy Systems Edinburgh – Kings Buildings, Midlothian, United Kingdom Contract TypeFixed TermWork Duration Months36
We are pleased to announce a fully funded Research Associate position in multi-energy markets and planning at the School of Engineering, University of Edinburgh. This position is part of a new EPSRC-funded research project led by Dr Andrew Lyden, examining how energy market design and interactions between electricity, heat and hydrogen can inform long-term energy system planning.
Director of MBChB Assessment
- Job Identification14663DepartmentEdinburgh Medical School office United Kingdom (Hybrid working) Contract TypeOpen Ended
Be the First to ApplyEdinburgh Medical School seek to appoint a Director of MBChB Assessment, to provide strategic leadership for assessment across the undergraduate medical/MBChB programme, ensuring that assessment design, standard setting, progression processes, and portfolio-based assessment align with the staged curriculum, GMC requirements, and the Medical Licensing Assessment (MLA).
IS Facilities Assistant
- Job Identification14682DepartmentFacilities United Kingdom Contract TypeOpen Ended
We are seeking a Facilities Assistant to join the Information Services Facilities team, supporting operations across the Main Library, Staff Hub, and other study space hubs within the University.
Postdoctoral Research Associate
- Job Identification14631DepartmentMathematics Edinburgh – Kings Buildings, Midlothian, United Kingdom (Hybrid working) Contract TypeFixed TermWork Duration Months20
Applications are invited for the post of Postdoctoral Research Associate in Mathematical General Relativity in the School of Mathematics at the University of Edinburgh.
Research Funding Specialist
- Job Identification14545DepartmentEdinburgh Research Office Edinburgh – Central Area, Midlothian, United Kingdom (Hybrid working) Contract TypeOpen Ended
The Edinburgh Research Office, a team that is at the heart of university research support at the University of Edinburgh, is looking for an enthusiastic and proactive Research Funding Specialist. The postholder will facilitate, support and contribute to the submission and award of mainly externally funded research activity, in or led by a portfolio of schools or units. The Research Funding Specialist provides support for budget preparation and expert guidance on administrative structures.
Domestic Team Supervisor
- Job Identification14587DepartmentACE Property Edinburgh – Central Area, Midlothian, United Kingdom Contract TypeOpen Ended
In this role as a Domestic Team Supervisor, you will support the Domestic Team Leaders to ensure that we deliver an efficient and high-quality year-round housekeeping service by undertaking close and regular supervision of work carried out by Domestic Assistants including allocation of work according to agreed rotas, issue of keys and cleaning materials and monitoring of cleaning standards.
Technical Manager (teaching)
- Job Identification14567DepartmentEngineering Edinburgh – Kings Buildings, Midlothian, United Kingdom Contract TypeOpen Ended
The School of Engineering seeks to appoint a Technical Manager (teaching). This position will report to the Technical Serices manager within the Technical Services Team. This role is UE07 and open ended.
IT Hardware Supply Officer
- Job Identification14533DepartmentITI Desktop Services United Kingdom Contract TypeFixed TermWork Duration Months12
We have an exiting opportunity in University’s IT Infrastructure team. As the IT Hardware Supply Officer, you will be responsible for providing an efficient, proactive, and organised logistical and technical support in the service of the University of Edinburgh’s IT hardware distribution.
Research Support Officer
- Job Identification14534DepartmentEconomics Edinburgh – Central Area, Midlothian, United Kingdom (Hybrid working) Contract TypeFixed TermWork Duration Months12
The School of Economics is seeking to recruit a full time, fixed-term Research Support Officer.
Research Associate
- Job Identification14606DepartmentInstitute for Machine Learning Edinburgh – Central Area, Midlothian, United Kingdom (Hybrid working) Contract TypeFixed TermWork Duration Months24
The position is in collaboration with Prof. Wouter Boomsma from the University of Copenhagen. As part of this project, we aim to investigate the theoretical and practical foundations of reliable controlled generation with large language models (LLMs). We will do so by applying principled probabilistic neuro-symbolic techniques and advance the current state-of-the-art in terms of reliability and efficiency. This ambitious goal will be tested on sequential biological data
SharePoint Specialist
- Job Identification14626DepartmentApps Service Management United Kingdom (Hybrid working) Contract TypeFixed TermWork Duration Months12
Join the University of Edinburgh at a pivotal point in our digital transformation journey. As a SharePoint Specialist, you will help design and support modern collaboration, document management and automation solutions that enable teaching, research and professional services across one of the world’s leading universities.
Postdoctoral Research Associate
- Job Identification14649DepartmentInstitute of Quantitative Biology, Biochemistry and Biotechnology Edinburgh – Kings Buildings, Midlothian, United Kingdom (Hybrid working) Contract TypeFixed TermWork Duration Months36
An exciting opportunity to join the lab of Stephen Wallace as part of the Carbon-Loop Sustainable Biomanufacturing Hub is available. We are seeking a postdoctoral researcher to develop novel, sustainable and circular biomanufacturing methods. You would become part of a large multidisciplinary friendly team, working in the new BioFactory with collaborations across the UK with industrial and academic partners.
Research Assistant
- Job Identification14652DepartmentThe Roslin Institute Edinburgh – Easter Bush Campus, Midlothian, United Kingdom Contract TypeFixed TermWork Duration Months9
We are inviting applications for a Research Assistant position to undertake an Engineering Biology project entitled “Engineering genetically tractable induced pluripotent stem cell (iPSC)-derived models to dissect susceptibility and resilience to Foot-and-Mouth Disease Virus.”
Senior Lecturer in Medical Education (OSCE, Surgery and Procedural Care)
- Job Identification14659DepartmentEdinburgh Medical School office United Kingdom (Hybrid working) Contract TypeOpen Ended
Be the First to ApplyEdinburgh Medical School seek to appoint a consultant with full GMC registration, and significant experience of undergraduate medical education, to provide leadership for clinical skills assessment and longitudinal development of surgery and procedural care throughout the MBChB curriculum.
Tutor
- Job Identification14594DepartmentDesign United Kingdom Contract TypeGuaranteed Hours (Open Ended)
Be the First to ApplyApplications are invited for a Guaranteed Hours (GH) contract as a Textiles tutor in Performance Costume
Catering and Events Assistant
- Job Identification14616DepartmentACE Catering Edinburgh – Central Area, Midlothian, United Kingdom Contract TypeGuaranteed Hours (Open Ended)
We are looking for friendly, charismatic and professional individuals to join and strengthen our diverse team. As a Catering and Events Assistant, you will support the operational service delivery, which includes setting up, service, clearing and many other activities for a wide range of conferences and events. You will learn a wide range of skills as well as gain numerous of development opportunities.
Recruitment and Events Administrator
- Job Identification14620DepartmentCareers Service United Kingdom (Hybrid working) Contract TypeFixed TermWork Duration Months10
The Careers Service plays a vital role in enhancing students’ employability and supporting students to achieve satisfying and rewarding futures. The department is looking for an individual to provide administrative support within our busy and friendly Employer Team.
UK-Pal Consortium Manager
- Job Identification14638DepartmentEdinburgh Global United Kingdom (Hybrid working) Contract TypeFixed TermWork Duration Months36
The University of Edinburgh is host to the UK Consortium for Palestine Higher Education (UK-Pal), a collaboration between UK member universities and Palestinian higher education institutions. We are seeking an experienced, adaptable, organised individual to coordinate and develop UK-Pal on behalf of its members, as the UK-Pal Consortium Manager.
Teaching and Research Fellow in EU Law
- Job Identification14556DepartmentLaw Edinburgh – Central Area, Midlothian, United Kingdom (Hybrid working) Contract TypeFixed TermWork Duration Months21
We are looking for a committed and enthusiastic academic to join Edinburgh Law School as an Teaching & Research Fellow in EU Law. This is a fixed term post available until the 31st August 2028.
PDRA: Muslim Societies in Latin America and the Caribbean
- Job Identification14560DepartmentIslamic and Middle Eastern Studies Edinburgh – Central Area, Midlothian, United Kingdom (Hybrid working) Contract TypeFixed TermWork Duration Months24
We are seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate (0.8 FTE, fixed term for 24 months) to join the internationally funded research project ‘The Global Landscapes of Muslim Lives: Latin American and Caribbean Intersections’, led by Dr Kholoud Al-Ajarma (University of Edinburgh) and Dr Kenneth Chitwood (University of Bayreuth), and funded by the AHRC and DFG.
Radiochemistry Technician (Radiochemist)
- Job Identification14437DepartmentEdinburgh Imaging Edinburgh – BioQuarter, Midlothian, United Kingdom Contract TypeFixed TermWork Duration Months30
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a cutting-edge imaging facility as a radio-chemistry technician and be a key member of the PET-Radiochemistry team manufacturing novel PET tracers for research. The post holder will learn core GMP skills and be part of a UK wide imaging research network.
ECAT SCREDS Clinical Lectureships 2027 intake
- Job Identification14550DepartmentMedicine and Veterinary Medicine College Office Edinburgh – BioQuarter, Midlothian, United Kingdom Contract TypeFixed Term
Be the First to ApplyWe are seeking to appoint up to five highly ambitious individuals who aspire to become the next generation of clinical academic leaders.
Project Curator (Histories and Legacies)
- Job Identification14617DepartmentHeritage Collections (Research and Curatorial) United Kingdom Contract TypeFixed TermWork Duration Months12
The role holder will oversee the development and implementation of the Race Review’s Systematic and Cultural Change Project Board’s recommendations for campus ‘look and feel’, in ways that connect the University’s history, collections and heritage to the University’s equality, diversity and inclusion values and policy.
Programme Assistant – Communications and Engagement
- Job Identification14476DepartmentEngineering Edinburgh – Kings Buildings, Midlothian, United Kingdom (Hybrid working) Contract TypeFixed TermWork Duration Months12
The School of Engineering seeks to appoint a Programme Assistant on Events and Communications. This position is part time and fixed term for up to 12 months.
Programme Assistant – Administration and Monitoring
- Job Identification14477DepartmentEngineering Edinburgh – Kings Buildings, Midlothian, United Kingdom (Hybrid working) Contract TypeFixed TermWork Duration Months12
The School of Engineering seeks to appoint a Programme Assistant for Administration and Monitoring. This role is part time and fixed term for up to 12 months.
Communications and Industry Engagement Coordinator
- Job Identification14486DepartmentEngineering Edinburgh – Kings Buildings, Midlothian, United Kingdom (Hybrid working) Contract TypeFixed TermWork Duration Months24
The School of Engineering seeks to appoint a Communications and Industry Engagement Coordinator. This role is part time and fixed term for up to 2 years.
Teaching Fellow in Heritage
- Job Identification14532DepartmentArchaeology Edinburgh – Central Area, Midlothian, United Kingdom Contract TypeFixed TermWork Duration Months12
The School of History, Classics and Archaeology is looking for a Teaching Fellow in Heritage, to deliver and assess courses on the Archaeology undergraduate and Masters programmes.
IT Systems Administrator
- Job Identification14367DepartmentITI Enterprise Services United Kingdom (Hybrid working) Contract TypeOpen Ended
We are looking for an enthusiastic individual to join the core infrastructure team working as a Systems Administrator/IT Systems Engineer.
Research Associate in Nanoscale Electrodeposition for Gas Sensing
- Job Identification14595DepartmentInstitute for Bioengineering Edinburgh – Kings Buildings, Midlothian, United Kingdom Contract TypeFixed TermWork Duration Months24
The School of Engineering seeks to appoint a Research Associate in Nanoscale Electrodeposition for Gas Sensing. This Research Associate position will contribute to the electrocrystallisation project within the Institute for Bioengineering at the University of Edinburgh. This role is graded UE07 and is available on a fixed-term basis for up to 24 months.
Post-Doctoral Research Fellow
- Job Identification14495DepartmentInstitute of Genetics and Cancer United Kingdom (Hybrid working) Contract TypeFixed TermWork Duration Months24
We are seeking a Post-Doctoral Research Fellow to join the Guest Lab at the Institute of Genetics and Cancer (Disease Models & Mechanisms theme) for a 2-year post funded by the Cholangiocarcinoma Foundation (CCF).
Venture Creation Lead
- Job Identification14558DepartmentEnterprise Services Edinburgh – Kings Buildings, Midlothian, United Kingdom and 1 more (Hybrid working) Contract TypeOpen Ended
Join Edinburgh Innovations to help turn exceptional University of Edinburgh research into new ventures with real-world impact. This is a hands-on role for someone who enjoys ownership, pace and variety — working directly with academic founders to shape opportunities, test commercial potential and help build companies rooted in know-how, software and AI.
TRACC Clinical Lectureships 2027 intake
- Job Identification14552DepartmentMedicine and Veterinary Medicine College Office Edinburgh – BioQuarter, Midlothian, United Kingdom Contract TypeFixed Term
Be the First to ApplyWe are seeking to appoint up to 4 highly ambitious individuals who wish to undertake a PhD and who aspire to become the next generation of clinical academic leaders.
