Roles

Information about the different types of roles we have here at the University of Edinburgh. 

We offer careers across many areas, from entry-level to senior roles. Whether your skills lie in administration, research, teaching, technical support, or specialist roles, you can grow, succeed, and make a real impact at the University of Edinburgh  

Together, we can do great things and redefine what’s possible. People from all backgrounds bring their unique skills and experiences to strengthen our organisation and the communities we serve. Have a career that changes with you. Be part of something bigger.  

At the University of Edinburgh, you’ll help create a stimulating, supportive environment where students can thrive. We look for the best minds across all academic disciplines and provide a working environment where you can develop your career and deepen your passion for your chosen subject. As an academic here, you’ll inspire the thinkers, creators, and leaders of tomorrow while working within one of the world’s leading universities.

You’ll have the chance to engage in leading-edge research, explore innovative thinking and practices, and access opportunities for publication and global impact. We genuinely care about our students’ performance and wellbeing and provide a working environment where academics can thrive professionally and personally.

A career with us also comes with a range of benefits tailored to your lifestyle. Beyond your role, you’ll enjoy living in one of the world’s most attractive cities, with a vibrant arts and social scene, and a university that has contributed to society, medicine, physics, and teaching for over four centuries.

What you can expect as an Academic and Research colleague at the University of Edinburgh:  

  • Leading-edge research
  • Shaping curriculum that reflects global challenges and opportunities
  • Working within one of the world’s leading universities.

As one of the world’s leading universities, we offer careers that go far beyond the lecture hall. Whether you’re supporting world-class research, helping our students succeed, or keeping our campus running smoothly, you’ll be part of something that makes a difference every day. 

Our Professional Services supports the University’s teaching, research, and wider campus operations, covering a remarkable number of career and role specialisms. Here, you’ll find interesting and challenging work, opportunities to specialise and develop, and the chance to play a key role in the purpose of the University, all within close-knit, friendly, and supportive teams.

We provide a working environment designed to help the best people do their best work, with a strong focus on wellbeing, diversity, and inclusion, plus flexible and hybrid working where roles allow. . With  colleagues across five campuses, we offer careers and roles in just about every area you can think of—hospitality, events, services, administration, operations, and professional services. Whether you’re looking to take the next step in your career or try something new, a career with the University of Edinburgh gives you the opportunity to grow, make an impact, and be part of a world-class university.

What you can expect as a Professional colleagues at the University of Edinburgh:

  • Contributing to the work and purpose of the University
  • Cross University opportunities   
  • Responsibility and autonomy.

Here at the University of Edinburgh we know it takes an entire community to deliver on our academic, social, and global ambitions.  Join our technical team and be at the heart of innovation and excellence at the University of Edinburgh. Our technical staff are essential to supporting teaching, research, and the smooth operation of our facilities. Whether you're maintaining cutting-edge lab equipment, facilitating ground-breaking research, developing new techniques, or enhancing the student and staff experience with top-notch facilities, your work will have a lasting impact that stretches far beyond our academic community.

There is no average day in the life of a Technician at the University of Edinburgh but the one thing running through all of our work is that technicians make it happen with unequalled specialist knowledge, a commitment to excellence, and a supportive and inclusive community.

 We provide a working environment designed to help the best people do their best work, with a strong focus on wellbeing, diversity, and inclusion, plus flexible and hybrid working where roles allow. . With  colleagues across five campuses, we offer careers and roles in just about every subject or field you can think of – whether it’s microscopy, veterinary studies, engineering, cytometry, informatics, sport and exercise, or biotechnology – all in one place with a fantastic working environment and benefits.

Whether, you’re looking to take the next step in your career or try something new, a career with the University of Edinburgh gives you the opportunity to grow, make an impact, and be part of a world-class University.

What you can expect as a technical colleague at the University of Edinburgh:  

  • Highly specialised facilities
  • Innovative and challenging work
  • Contributing to the work and purpose of the University.

Clinical academic staff at the University of Edinburgh combine clinical expertise, teaching, and world-leading research to improve lives locally and globally. Working at the intersection of healthcare, education, discovery and translation, you will help shape the future of medicine while contributing to one of the world’s leading universities.  

You’ll be part of a diverse community of clinicians, researchers, scientists, technicians and professional services staff with opportunities to learn from colleagues across disciplines, develop innovative research, and address complex healthcare challenges through collaboration.  

Edinburgh’s reputation as a world-class centre of excellence for medicine is built on three centuries of teaching.  Today, our College of Medicine and Veterinary Medicine continues this tradition through internationally recognised research, outstanding teaching, and a strong commitment to creating a positive and inclusive research culture.  

Whether you are teaching the next generation of healthcare professionals, leading research with real-world impact, or combining clinical practice with academic development, you will be supported to build a rewarding and influential career.  

The University enjoys close links with NHS Lothian Health Board and you will be offered an honorary NHS contract and contribute to the provision of clinical services for the second-largest residential population in Scotland.   

Whether you are an established consultant or developing your clinical academic career through research and training, Edinburgh offers an exceptional environment in which to grow, collaborate, and make a lasting impact.  

What you can expect as Clinical Academic at the University of Edinburgh:    

  • Research with local and global impact
  • Close integration with NHS clinical practice
  • Inspiring and developing the healthcare professionals of tomorrow.

At the University of Edinburgh, our Veterinary Clinical colleagues play a vital role in advancing animal health and welfare through exceptional patient care, education, and innovation. Whether working in primary or referral care settings, you’ll combine clinical expertise with teaching, collaboration and research to make a difference to animals, owners, and the veterinary profession.

You’ll be part of a supportive and highly skilled community of veterinary clinicians, researchers, and educators, working together across species and disciplines in both primary and referral care. Our teams in small animal, equine and farm bring together expertise from across the profession to deliver outstanding care and tackle complex clinical challenges.

Alongside your clinical work, you’ll have the opportunity to help develop the veterinary professionals of tomorrow through hands-on teaching and mentoring. You’ll also be able to contribute to research and innovation that advances veterinary science and improves outcomes for animals around the world.

We are committed to creating an environment where colleagues can continue to learn, develop, and thrive throughout their careers. Through access to specialist facilities, multidisciplinary expertise, and a culture that values collaboration and continuous improvement, you'll be supported to build a rewarding and impactful career.

Whether you are an experienced clinician or looking to further develop your interests in teaching, research, or clinical practice, the University of Edinburgh offers an exceptional environment in which to grow, collaborate, and make a lasting difference.

What you can expect as a Veterinary Clinical colleague at the University of Edinburgh:

  • Delivering exceptional care across primary and referral services
  • Opportunities for research and innovation
  • Developing the veterinary professionals of tomorrow

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