This vacancy is open to employees of the University of Nottingham only.

Following the appointment of a new Chief Digital & Information Officer (CDIO) and internal restructure of our Senior Leadership Team (SLT), Digital & Technology Services (DTS) are seeking an exceptional leader to join us as Director of Digital Partnerships. Reporting directly to the CDIO, this is a unique opportunity to shape how the University of Nottingham identifies, engages with, and realises value from the wider technology ecosystem.

As the strategic lead for external technology innovation, you will act as the "front door" for digital partnerships, building a diverse network of technology providers, startups, SMEs, research collaborators, and innovation partners. You will lead activities to identify emerging technologies with transformational potential and create partnership models that enable experimentation and delivery of innovative solutions.

Working across our global campuses in the UK, China and Malaysia, you will ensure that promising technologies are explored, governed appropriately, and translated into sustainable institutional value. You will also represent the university at industry forums and innovation networks, strengthening our reputation as a partner of choice for digital innovation.

We are seeking a strategic, commercially astute leader with significant experience in digital transformation, innovation ecosystems, partnership development, and stakeholder engagement.  You will combine strong technical fluency with exceptional influencing skills and a proven ability to translate emerging technology opportunities into measurable organisational outcomes.

Join us and help shape the University of Nottingham's digital future 

We are also recruiting:

• Director of Digital Engagement & Business Partnering
• Chief Data & AI Officer
• Director of Service Delivery & Resilience

 What the university offers:

• A friendly, diverse, and supportive working environment
• A hybrid working arrangement with the blended approach of home and office working 
• Generous holiday entitlement of 30 days (or pro rata) plus standard bank holidays and five university closure days including closure between Christmas and New Year
• We are committed to staff development through the provision of training, continued support, and career progression opportunities
• You will have access to a range of benefits and rewards, including fitness and health facilities, staff discounts, travel schemes and many more. To find out more about what we can offer you, follow the link to our benefits website

Further information is available in the role profile. To apply for this vacancy please click ‘Apply Now’ to complete your details. Your working hours will be 36.25 hours per week. If you are interested in part-time work (minimum 29 hours per week), we encourage you to apply. Please specify your preferred hours in your application. We may also consider job share arrangements.

Please contact Raja Javaid (Chief Digital & Information Officer), raja.javaid@nottingham.ac.uk, if you have further questions about this role. Please note that applications sent directly to this email address will not be accepted.

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Closing Date: 31 Aug 2026
Category: Internal Only

This vacancy is open to employees of the University of Nottingham only.

Following the appointment of a new Chief Digital & Information Officer (CDIO) and internal restructure of our Senior Leadership Team (SLT), Digital & Technology Services (DTS) are seeking an outstanding leader to join us as Director of Service Delivery & Resilience. Reporting directly to the CDIO, this strategic role will lead the transformation of service delivery across the University of Nottingham’s global digital estate.

As the senior leader responsible for service delivery, operational excellence and resilience, you will define and deliver a clear vision for a secure, reliable and customer-focused digital ecosystem. You will lead the development of service strategies, resilience frameworks and operating models that ensure our technology services remain robust, scalable and aligned to the university’s strategic ambitions.

You will oversee service management, business continuity, disaster recovery and major incident response, while driving continuous improvement through industry best practice, performance insight and effective governance.  

Working closely with colleagues across DTS and the wider University, you will champion a proactive, resilience-first culture that balances operational stability with digital innovation.

We are seeking a highly credible leader with significant experience in large-scale IT operations, service management and organisational transformation. You will bring strong stakeholder engagement, supplier management and crisis leadership capabilities, alongside a passion for delivering exceptional digital services. 

Join us and help shape the University of Nottingham's digital future 

We are also recruiting:

• Director of Digital Engagement & Business Partnering
• Director of Digital Partnerships
• Chief Data & AI Officer

 What the university offers:

• A friendly, diverse, and supportive working environment
• A hybrid working arrangement with the blended approach of home and office working 
• Generous holiday entitlement of 30 days (or pro rata) plus standard bank holidays and five university closure days including closure between Christmas and New Year
• We are committed to staff development through the provision of training, continued support, and career progression opportunities
• You will have access to a range of benefits and rewards, including fitness and health facilities, staff discounts, travel schemes and many more. To find out more about what we can offer you, follow the link to our benefits website 

Further information is available in the role profile. To apply for this vacancy please click ‘Apply Now’ to complete your details. Your working hours will be 36.25 hours per week. If you are interested in part-time work (minimum 29 hours per week), we encourage you to apply. Please specify your preferred hours in your application. We may also consider job share arrangements. 

Please contact Raja Javaid (Chief Digital & Information Officer), raja.javaid@nottingham.ac.uk, if you have further questions about this role. Please note that applications sent directly to this email address will not be accepted.

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Closing Date: 31 Aug 2026
Category: Internal Only

In this role, you'll help deliver engaging, data-informed marketing campaigns that raise awareness, generate leads and support student recruitment. You’ll use data and customer insights to optimise performance, and help ensure future students receive engaging, targeted communications throughout their decision-making journey.

This is an exciting opportunity in a fast-paced and creative environment, which has all the benefits of hybrid-working (a mixture of working from home and on our beautiful Jubilee Campus). Our university changes lives, so if you’re a highly motivated and disciplined marketer who thrives on meeting customer needs and delivering high-impact results, this is the opportunity you’ve been looking for.

We offer:

• A friendly, diverse, and supportive working environment
• Hybrid working including home and office working each week
• Generous holiday entitlement of 27 days (or pro rata) plus standard bank holidays and five university closure days including closure between Christmas and New Year.
• Access to a range of benefits and rewards, including fitness and health facilities, staff discounts, travel schemes and much more (see our  benefits website for details)

Next steps

Further information is available in the role profile. To apply for this vacancy please click ‘Apply Now’.

Your working hours will be 36.25 hours per week. If you are interested in part-time work (minimum 29 hours per week), we encourage you to apply. Please specify your preferred hours in your application. We may also consider job share arrangements.

Please contact natalie.mawson@nottingham.ac.uk if you have any questions about this role. Please note that applications sent directly to this email address will not be accepted.

Closing Date: 27 Aug 2026
Category: Administrative, Professional and Managerial (APM)

Digital and Technology Services offer a range of innovative digital solutions and technology services to meet the diverse needs of staff, students and researchers.

We are delighted to share an exciting opportunity as we look to grow our Enterprise Architecture capability with an individual who has expertise in the Education & Student Experience (ESE) domain and who can define the architecture vision, roadmaps, standards, and solutions to deliver the university’s vision to be a digital exemplar in the higher education sector.

Working with the Director of Technology, you will be a proactive Enterprise Architect, helping to develop trusted advisor relationships with a wide range of ESE stakeholders across the university, demonstrating how technology can enhance the university’s performance and capabilities, particularly in relation to ESE. You will work closely with solution architects and delivery teams to ensure that ESE projects successfully deliver the architecture vision for the relevant business domain.

You will get the opportunity to lead the development and implementation of digital strategies, roadmaps, governance, promoting best practice and industry standards to ensure the delivery of fit for purpose solutions that support our ESE objectives across this global landscape.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Enterprise Architect to join Digital & Technology Services. Please contact Paul Couchman – paul.couchman@nottingham.ac.uk if you have further questions about this role. Please note that applications sent directly to this email address will not be accepted. It is expected that interviews for this role will be held week commencing 24th August 2026.

Requests for secondment from internal candidates may be considered on the basis that prior agreement has been sought from both your current line manager and the manager of your substantive post, if you are already undertaking a secondment role. 

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Closing Date: 19 Aug 2026
Category: Internal Only

In this position, you'll play a key role in delivering an efficient and professional service to colleagues across the university. You'll provide administrative support throughout the recruitment process, offer guidance on HR related queries, and deliver excellent customer service to hiring managers, university staff, and new starters through email, MS Teams, and telephone communication.

This is an excellent opportunity for you to gain HR experience, covering the full recruitment life cycle; while navigating your career in HR.

To be successful you will be able to demonstrate your high levels of attention to detail and accuracy and have experience in a customer service administrative role. You will need to be resilient and comfortable working with high volume requests, as well as being adaptable and a good problem solver, actively looking for opportunities to improve our service for customers and our processes.

We are looking for someone who shares our passion for excellent customer service and who is a strong team player. You must have a positive, pro-active approach to your work, show flexibility and a willingness to learn new skills.

What we offer

• A friendly, diverse, and supportive working environment
• A hybrid working arrangement with the blended approach of home and office working each week
• Generous holiday entitlement of 27 days (pro rata if applicable) plus standard bank holidays and five university closure days including closure between Christmas and New Year.
• We are committed to staff development through the provision of training, continued support, and career progression opportunities
• You will have access to a range of benefits and rewards, including fitness and health facilities, staff discounts, travel schemes and many more. To find out more about what we can offer you, follow the link to our benefits website

Further information

Further information is available in the role profile. To apply for this vacancy please click ‘Apply Now’ to complete your details.

This post is offered on a permanent, full time (36.25 hours per week) contract. If you are interested in part-time work (minimum 29 hours per week), we encourage you to apply. Please specify your preferred hours in your application. We may also consider job share arrangements.

This role is based in the Human Resources Department on Jubilee Campus and will be offered on a hybrid basis with a blended approach of home and office working. Typically, you will work 2 – 3 days per week on campus.

Informal enquires may be addressed to Vickie Freeman (vickie.freeman@nottingham.ac.uk). Please note that applications sent directly to this email address will not be accepted.

Closing Date: 23 Aug 2026
Category: Administrative, Professional and Managerial (APM)

As Senior Operations Officer (People) you will be part of an integrated team with responsibility for the coordination, implementation, and continuous improvement of a range of operational processes and activities. With a focus on Core Operations (see below), you will work flexibly to ensure the delivery of excellent support for operations, governance and activity as part of the People function within the Business School’s Operations and Research Team. This will include providing administrative and operational support for HR-related processes including staff, casual and academic admin role recruitment, supporting appraisal and staff development processes, updating resources, and support for other People and Culture related activities as required.

Duties will include:

· Coordinate and provide administrative support for local HR-related processes.

· Develop, deliver and coordinate support and activity across a range of areas ensuring an exceptional customer experience.

· Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of relevant plans, policies and processes.

· Provide high-level administrative support to relevant members of the School’s senior leadership team.

· Contribute to the planning, management and delivery of projects and initiatives to support School plans and priorities

You will contribute to our ambitions to enhance the support provided for world-leading teaching and research. You will need excellent interpersonal skills, work well in a team, be highly organised, flexible and able to thrive in a fast-paced, varied environment. As someone who is self-motivated and has experience of contributing to projects and improving processes, you will help drive forward change and deliver excellent service.

What we offer

· A friendly, diverse, and supportive working environment

· A hybrid working arrangement with the blended approach of home and office working each week

· Generous holiday entitlement of 27 days (pro rata) plus standard bank holidays and five university closure days including closure between Christmas and New Year.

· We are committed to staff development through the provision of training, continued support, and career progression opportunities

· You will have access to a range of benefits and rewards, including fitness and health facilities, staff discounts, travel schemes and many more.

This is a fixed-term (6 months), full-time (36.25hours per week) position available from September 2026. If you are interested in part-time work (minimum 29 hours per week), we encourage you to apply. Please specify your preferred hours in your application.

Please contact Janet Cooke, janet.cooke@nottingham.ac.uk , if you have further questions about this role. Please note that applications sent directly to this email address will not be accepted.

Closing Date: 20 Aug 2026
Category: Administrative, Professional and Managerial (APM)

At the University of Nottingham, we are proud to be a Times and Sunday Times Sports University winner, with a strong history of success and sporting pedigree. Our community includes Olympic medallists and international-standard athletes among our students and alumni.

If you’d like to be part of our ambitious future; providing health, wellbeing, and exercise opportunities for our university community, we would love you to join our team of Sports Centre Assistants at our Jubilee Campus Sports Centre.

We’re looking for enthusiastic individuals with commitment, flexibility, and a passion for customer care. You should be able to deliver excellent service, work independently and as part of a team, and be confident supporting general facility operations, event set-up and delivery, and providing safe supervision of customers.

In return, we offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including staff discounts, travel schemes, excellent training and personal development opportunities, and a generous holiday allowance of 27 days, plus standard bank holidays. You will also have access to leisure and childcare facilities across our campuses, as well as a contributory pension scheme.

This post is offered on a permanent contract, with the following 4-week rolling shift pattern. 

Week 1

Mon 1430-2245, Tues 1430-2245, Weds 1400-2245, Thurs 1430-2245 and Fri 1430-2245.

Week 2

Mon 1115-1930, Tues 1115-1930, Weds 1115-1930, Sat 0745-1515 and Sun 0745-1515.

Week 3

Mon 0645-1500, Weds 0645-1530, Thurs 0645-1500, Fri 0645-1500, Sat 1445-2215 and Sun 1445-2215.

Week 4

Tues 0645-1500, Weds 1115-1930, Thurs 1115-1930 and Fri 1115-1930.

Further information is available in the role profile. To apply for this vacancy please click ‘Apply Now’ to complete your details.

If you have any questions about this role, please contact Lauren Barker at lauren.barker@nottingham.ac.uk. Please note that applications sent directly to this email address will not be accepted

All staff employed at Levels 1-3 will be eligible to claim unsocial hours (hours worked between 10pm and 6am) and weekend working enhancements. This payment will take the form of a 15% uplift for any time worked between 10pm and 6am and any hour(s) worked on a Saturday or Sunday.

Closing Date: 20 Aug 2026
Category: Operations and Facilities

This vacancy is open to employees of the University of Nottingham only.

Applications are invited for the above post based in the University of Nottingham Research & Innovation (R&I) department, Nottingham as maternity leave cover for a fixed term of up to 1 year. The University of Nottingham is a research-driven institution with a leading international profile. Research & Innovation provides support, advice and guidance to the University’s research community. It also facilitates interaction between academics, research sponsors, and with business, regional and wider communities.

The post holder will work as part of a busy team providing effective and efficient research support for externally funded research through the delivery of high quality post award management services across the University. 

The role holder will operate as an Assistant Research Finance Manager, working closely with other professional service teams and school/faculty research administrative support as well as directly with academics and other stakeholders, to ensure robust and effective financial management of our research and research related portfolio including margin postings and identifying research provisions. The post sits within the R&I Post Award team, within Research Operations, part of Research & Innovation.

The successful candidate should have membership of the Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT) or have a highly relevant degree and either research admin experience demonstrating adhering to terms and conditions relating to external funders or other broad financial experience or experience of following regulations that could be relevant.

You will act as the line manager of first resort to supervise, train and develop and resolve conflict in a positive way across a small team of Post Award Research Co-ordinators. This will include problem solving and the provision of technical advice and general guidance in connection with externally-funded research. You will demonstrate the ability to work to tight deadlines under pressure, and play an active, supportive and flexible role within the team. 

You will perform a quality assurance role for funder submissions across the team demonstrating a risk based approach.  You will demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively and confidently at all levels across a wide range of stakeholders.  You will demonstrate a high level of numeracy and proven ability to manipulate complex data with ease using spreadsheets and databases. 

What we offer- 

• A friendly, diverse, and supportive working environment
• A hybrid working arrangement with the blended approach of home and office working each week
• Generous holiday entitlement of 27 days (or pro rata) plus standard bank holidays and five university closure days including closure between Christmas and New Year.
• We are committed to staff development through the provision of training, continued support, and career progression opportunities
• You will have access to a range of benefits and rewards, including fitness and health facilities, staff discounts, travel schemes and many more. To find out more about what we can offer you, follow the link to our benefits website

Requests for secondment from internal candidates will be considered on the basis that prior agreement has been sought from both your current line manager and the manager of your substantive post, if you are already undertaking a secondment role.  Further information is available in the role profile. To apply for this vacancy please click ‘Apply Now’ to complete your details.

Your working hours will be 36.25 hours per week. If you are interested in part-time work (minimum 29 hours per week), we encourage you to apply. Please specify your preferred hours in your application. We may also consider job share arrangements.

Please contact Helen Hammond (helen.hammond1@nottingham.ac.uk) if you have further questions about this role. Please note that applications sent directly to this email address will not be accepted.

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Closing Date: 20 Aug 2026
Category: Internal Only

This role is funded and supported by a longstanding partnership with PwC, providing dedicated funding for the programme and creating exceptional opportunities for student development, professional engagement and curriculum innovation.

As Course Director, you will provide leadership for the BSc Accountancy programme, working closely with academic colleagues, students, PwC and the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW). You will oversee curriculum development, student experience, quality assurance, professional accreditation and programme enhancement, ensuring the programme continues to meet the needs of students, the profession and industry. You will contribute to teaching and curriculum leadership across accounting, including the delivery and assessment of ICAEW-accredited taxation modules such as Principles of Taxation, Tax Compliance and Business Planning: Taxation. You will also represent the School within national and international academic and professional networks, building strong relationships with key stakeholders.

We are looking for candidates who can demonstrate:

· A strong record of excellence in undergraduate and/or postgraduate teaching.

· Experience of curriculum design, innovation and programme leadership in higher education.

· The ability to teach ICAEW-accredited professional taxation modules and develop professional-level assessments.

· Excellent leadership, communication and organisational skills, including experience of supporting and developing colleagues.

Essential qualifications: 

· A full professional accounting qualification (ICAEW, ACCA, ICAS or Chartered Accountants Ireland). 

· A relevant PhD and/or a recognised higher education teaching qualification, professional recognition aligned to the UK Professional Standards Framework (UKPSF), or equivalent experience. 

About Nottingham University Business School 

Nottingham University Business School is a leading international business school with campuses in the UK, China and Malaysia, and holds AACSB, EQUIS and AMBA accreditation across all three locations. With around 180 academic staff, the School is recognised for excellence in research, education and engagement with business, industry and the public sector. We are committed to research-led teaching, sustainability and innovation, preparing students to address contemporary business challenges. 

What we offer: 

· A friendly, diverse and supportive working environment. 

· Hybrid working with a blend of home and campus-based working. 

· 30 days’ annual leave (pro rata), plus bank holidays and University closure days. 

· Professional development, training and career progression opportunities. 

· Access to a wide range of staff benefits, including health and fitness facilities, discounts and travel schemes. 

This is a full-time, permanent post available from September 2026 (36.25 hours per week). If you are interested in part-time work (minimum 29 hours per week), we encourage you to apply. Please specify your preferred hours in your application. We may also consider job share arrangements. 

For informal enquiries, please contact Dr Hang Le (Hang.Le@nottingham.ac.uk). Applications sent directly to this email address will not be accepted.

Closing Date: 27 Aug 2026
Category: Research and Teaching (R&T)

We're looking for reliable, enthusiastic individuals who take pride in delivering great service and creating a welcoming environment for every customer. As part of a diverse and supportive team, you'll play an important role in shaping the customer journey, ensuring every interaction is positive, professional, and memorable.

Working in the Atrium Restaurant at Jubilee Campus, you'll be proactive in maintaining high standards of service, presentation, and cleanliness. With a keen eye for detail, you'll help create an environment where customers feel valued and receive a consistently excellent experience.

You'll serve customers, operate tills, support cleaning activities, and assist in dishwash and pot wash areas as required. Working collaboratively with colleagues, you'll contribute to a positive team culture and support the smooth running of the operation, particularly during busy periods.

Food safety is fundamental to everything we do. You will be a key contributor to ensuring all food safety, health and safety, and operational policies are followed, helping us maintain the highest standards for our customers and colleagues.

Further details about the duties and responsibilities can be found on the attached job role profile.

Available Positions

There is an expectation for candidates to have availability to work any 34 weeks within 52 calendar. An annual working calendar will be provided on commencement of employment which will also include non-working/designated holiday entitlement or holiday periods. Please note some of the working weeks will fall outside of the term dates. More information will be provided on the interview. 
 
Post 1 Weekdays - Hours of work 15 hours per week (5 shifts each week, mainly Monday to Friday with occasional weekends) working between the hours 4.45pm and 7.45pm for 34 weeks of the year (please note not necessary term time weeks on a permanent fractional contract. This position will attract 15% pay uplift allowance for any hours worked over the weekend. Flexibility will be required.
Post 2 Weekend - Hours of work 10 hours per week (Saturday and Sunday) working split shifts between the hours 11.00am and 1.30pm and then between 4.30pm to 7.00pm on a permanent fractional contract for 34 weeks. This position will attract 15% pay uplift allowance for hours worked at the weekend. Flexibility will be required.
 
What’s in it for you?

• Permanent contract working on a fractional basis.
• Generous holiday entitlement of 27 days (pro rota if applicable) and a highly attractive pension scheme. For fractional workers annual leave will be pro rata within the contracted 39 weeks of the total contract (yearly rota is provided in advance with designated holiday allowance for these posts).  
• Our reward scheme grants bonuses of numerous values for excellent work.
• We are committed to staff development through the provision of training, continued support, and career progression opportunities.
• You will have access to a range of benefits and rewards, including fitness and health facilities, staff discounts, travel schemes and many more. To find out more about what we can offer you, follow the link to our benefits website.
• Employee Assistance Programme/Counselling Service- 24/7 support.
• Uniform provide plus the tools you need to do a great job.

What next

Further information is available in the role profile. To apply for this vacancy please click ‘Apply Now’ to complete your details.

Successful candidates will be expected to attend induction training courses which will run each month, Monday to Friday on University Park Campus. Further details will be given at the interview.

The interviews for these posts are informal and will take no longer than 20 minutes.

For general queries please contact our Estates Recruitment email at bw-estatesrecruit@exmail.nottingham.ac.uk Please note that applications sent directly to this email address will not be accepted. Please quote ref. NHE777526

All of our vacancies are available to view at: https://www.nottingham.ac.uk/jobs/home.aspX

Closing Date: 22 Jul 2026
Category: Operations and Facilities

The Observatory is exploring how learner pathways and outcomes are impacted by a range of societal, personal, and educational factors, through the generation and analysis of a groundbreaking primary dataset comprising multiple linked surveys as part of the Observatory’s longitudinal cohort studies, and through the analysis of administrative datasets (e.g. the National Pupil Database).  It is also undertaking additional evaluation and intervention projects in mathematics education.  

The Observatory enjoys an excellent working environment where our talented, diverse, and inclusive team can collaborate to deliver the highest quality research. We are committed to creating opportunities for people traditionally under-represented in mathematical education research and to supporting each individual to enable them to flourish.  

You will be able to carry out research of a high standard, and evidence how you will undertake original research of international excellence. It will be key that you prepare your work for publication in leading journals and contribute to its distribution at national and international meetings, as well as contributing to Observatory reports designed to be accessible to policy makers and other stakeholders.  You must have expert knowledge of quantitative research methods and statistical techniques, and have (or be eligible to apply for) ONS Accredited Researcher status. 

If it sounds like you would be a good fit, we look forward to hearing from you.

This position is available from 1 October 2026 (or as soon as possible thereafter) on a fixed term contract until 17 October 2028. Further funding is expected to extend this role and others to October 2033. Hours of work are full time, though applications of 21¾ hours per week and above will be considered. This is a hybrid role requiring time on the University of Nottingham’s Jubilee Campus to meet with colleagues and to access secure data via the Observatory’s Data Lab.

Interviews will take place on Thursday 3^rd September 2026.

Informal enquiries may be addressed to Andrew Noyes email: andrew.noyes@nottingham.ac.uk.  Please note that applications sent directly to this email address will not be accepted.   

Closing Date: 16 Aug 2026
Category: Research and Teaching (R&T)

We are seeking a highly motivated Research Associate/Fellow to join the Hydrogen Research Group at the University of Nottingham. The successful candidate will become part of a multidisciplinary team of scientists and engineers working at the forefront of hydrogen materials research. The project will focus on the optimisation of metal (complex) hydrides and the development of advanced solid-state hydrogen storage and compression technologies. A key aspect of the role will be the computational discovery, design, and modelling of metal (complex) hydrides using state-of-the-art atomistic and data-driven approaches. 

About the team

The Hydrogen Research Group comprises five academic staff members, eight research fellows, and eight PhD researchers. The group brings together internationally recognised expertise in both experimental and computational hydrogen materials research, spanning materials synthesis, characterisation, atomistic modelling, and materials informatics. We maintain strong collaborations with industrial partners and leading research institutions worldwide, enabling impactful and translational research in hydrogen technologies. We are committed to providing a supportive, collaborative, and inclusive research environment and welcome applications from individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and career pathways.

About you

You will hold, or be close to completing, a PhD (or equivalent qualification) in a relevant discipline such as Chemistry, Physics, Materials Science, or a related field. You should have strong expertise in the atomistic computational modelling of solid-state materials, with experience in density functional theory (DFT) and/or machine learning interatomic potentials. 

We welcome applicants with a broad range of research interests and experiences who can contribute to our multidisciplinary research programme. Candidates should demonstrate experience in at least one of the following areas:

• Developing, implementing, or adapting Python-based codes and workflows for training machine learning interatomic potentials for solid-state materials.
• High-throughput computational screening and materials discovery, including the application of machine learning methods.
• CALPHAD modelling and thermodynamic assessments.
• Phase-field modelling of materials behaviour and evolution.

The successful candidate will be able to work effectively both independently and collaboratively, and will be enthusiastic about advancing hydrogen storage materials through innovative computational research.

What we offer

• A friendly, diverse, and supportive working environment
• Generous holiday entitlement (plus bank holidays and university closure days)
• Access to training, development, and career progression opportunities
• Staff discounts, travel schemes, and a wide range of additional benefits

What next

This is a Fixed-Term position available for 2 years. Working hours are 36.25 hours per week (full-time).

Further information is available in the role profile. To apply for this vacancy please click ‘Apply Now’ to complete your details.

Please contact Dr Sanliang Ling (Sanliang.Ling@nottingham.ac.uk) if you have further questions about this role. Please note that applications sent directly to this email address will not be accepted.

Closing Date: 22 Aug 2026
Category: Research and Teaching (R&T)

The successful candidate will support research in innovative high-speed magnetic bearing for net zero transportation applications. In particular, the role holder will support the hardware development of the magnetic bearing controller.

Candidates should hold or be shortly due to obtain a Degree (First-Class would be desirable) in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Motor Drives systems or a very closely related topic:

• Hardware experience in power electronics and motor drives
• Extensive practical experience in power electronics development at product level
• Good knowledge of WBG power electronic devices

Good research methodology, communication skills and the ability to work in a team are essential. The successful candidate will be expected to liaise with industrial partners, prepare and present reports and disseminate results of their work through academic publications and presentations.

Closing Date: 15 Aug 2026
Category: Research and Teaching (R&T)