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

We are looking for a skilled project manager, with experience of working in a Higher Education environment, to lead on delivery of multiple projects across EU Clean Aviation and Defence. 

The successful applicant to this exciting role will coordinate a team responsible for the delivery of a a number of projects relating to aviation and defence and will be responsible for the day-to-day running of the programmes as well as supporting applications for new funding and representing the University at Governance level on large EU funded programmes and UK defence projects.  They will be responsible for the management of deliverables, reporting, budgets and staff and must have the ability to manage the complex requirements of funders and partners. The role holder will act as the main point of contact and co-ordinator, both with partners and the funding administrator, and will be responsible for ensuring the coherence and compliance of all elements of the programme. The ideal candidate will have the ability to communicate effectively with a variety of external stakeholders and demonstrable mature influencing and coaching skills as well as exercising discretion when appropriate. They will also need to possess excellent analytical and problem solving skills and be able to deliver a comprehensive range of solutions to stakeholders. 

As well as managing all aspects of project delivery at the University of Nottingham, the role holder will lead on monitoring and reporting at the partnership level for the programme as a whole. Experience of EU funding and multi-institutional partnership working, along with excellent leadership, project management and monitoring skills will be essential, and a knowledge of the UK government’s Industrial Strategy, along with knowledge and experience of researcher development and a research environment is essential.

Candidates must be educated to postgraduate degree level, a qualification in project management and have significant relevant professional experience and have proven their abilities in successfully developing and managing projects through to completion.

We offer:

• A friendly, diverse, and supportive working environment in a large and growing research area housed in a dedicated research building
• Generous holiday entitlement of 30 days 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

To apply for this vacancy please click ‘Apply Now’ to complete your details.

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.

Please contact pat.wheeler@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: 13 May 2026
Category: Internal Only

As part of our annual Faculty of Engineering Apprenticeship Training Programme, we have an exciting opportunity for an advanced Level 4 Electronics & Teaching Technical Apprenticeship to learn the skills needed to support the operational, teaching and research requirements of both the Electrical & Electronics Engineering (EEE) and the Foundation Engineering & Physical Sciences (FEPS) departments.

This is a great chance for you to embark on a technical career in Engineering, and we will support and help you to grow by developing the skills, experience and knowledge you will need to succeed.

You will undertake a full time 4-year apprenticeship with practical hands-on learning here at the university, whilst studying for a nationally accredited Level 4 Higher Technical Qualification (HTQ) in Electrical and Electronic Engineering.

In-house training will be delivered by our expert team, in our extensively equipped workshops/teaching spaces, covering a range of electronic and electromechanical processes and instrumentation, preparing you to deliver high quality teaching support.  You’ll provide specialist practical advice to students, configure equipment and prepare teaching sessions enabling students to thrive and successfully complete their studies.

Your formal academic training will be delivered over 24 months in-person, 1 day per week, with a recognised training provider. 

Qualifications to be undertaken will include:

• Level 4 HTQ Apprenticeship – Electrical and Electronic Engineering
• In-house practical hands-on training
• Internal/external training courses relevant to role

About you

You are an enthusiastic individual eager to learn new skills provided by our experienced and supportive technical team, with the ability to show attention to detail and rise to the challenge this fantastic opportunity presents. 

You should have, or be expected to achieve a minimum of one of the following:

• 64 tariff points in A-Level subjects, including Maths or a Level 3 BTEC or T-Level in an engineering discipline. 

Minimum grade 4/C in GCSE Maths, English and a Science.

What we offer

• A friendly, diverse, and supportive working environment to enable you to develop and reach your full potential whilst supporting your wellbeing.
• A competitive employment package including a generous holiday entitlement of 27 days plus 8 standard bank holidays and 5 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, and many more. To find out more, follow the link to our benefits website

What next

Closing date 1^st June 2026

Assessments/interviews July 2026

Commencing 1^st September 2026

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

We are keen to receive applications from those currently underrepresented in Engineering in the UK, such as women and those from minority ethnic backgrounds.

This is a Full time (36.25hrs), Fixed Term post till 31st August 2030. 

Please contact Andrew Hallam -  (email) andrew.hallam@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: 01 Jun 2026
Category: Apprenticeships