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Durham University

IS Graduate Apprentice Analyst (DBA)

Durham University·Durham

OnsiteContract$27k–$30k106d ago

The Role and the Department The role supports the IS manager of the Database Administration (DBA) team with the management, maintenance and optimisation of effective DBA services to the University and, is part of the wider Information Services (IS) collection of teams, which unde…

IT ServicesProfessional / Managerial / Support ServicesLibrary Services, Data & Information ManagementAcademic+2
Durham University

Postdoctoral Research Associate in Human Geography

Durham University·Durham

OnsiteContract$39k–$41k107d ago

We are seeking to appoint a 30-month Postdoctoral Research Associate in Human Geography to work within the Leverhulme Trust funded project “Plants out of place: entanglements with ‘invasive weeds’ in the Anthropocene”. Plants out of place focuses on challenging conventional think…

Human & Social GeographyHigher EducationAcademic or ResearchSocial Sciences & Social Care+1
Durham University

PDRA in Plant Developmental Biology

Durham University·Durham

OnsiteFull-time$39k–$46k107d ago

The Role and Department The Department of Biosciences is composed of 68 academic staff and research fellows; around 50 research and technical support staff; over 90 Research Postgraduate students and over 500 Single Honours undergraduate students. We offer a 3-year BSc degree pro…

Higher EducationAcademic or ResearchBotanyBiological Sciences+2
Durham University

Personal Support Worker

Durham University·Durham

OnsiteContract$27k–$30k110d ago

The Role and the Department Durham University recognises that providing equality of opportunity, valuing diversity and promoting a culture of inclusion are vital to our success. With EDI running throughout the University Strategy and our values, we help to create a working, learn…

Higher EducationAdministrativeProfessional / Managerial / Support ServicesLibrary Services, Data & Information Management+1
Durham University

Trusts and Foundations Manager

Durham University·Durham, Hybrid

HybridFull-time$39k–$46k110d ago

The Role and Department The Trusts and Foundations Manager will take an active role in liaising with colleagues to establish funding needs, researching and cultivating funders new and old, submitting applications, administering gifts and stewarding donors. They will collaborate w…

Professional / Managerial / Support ServicesAcademicHigher EducationFundraising, Alumni, Bids & Grants
Durham University

Senior Development Manager (Colleges and WSE)

Durham University·Durham

OnsiteFull-time$47k–$57k110d ago

The Role and Department The Development and Alumni Relations Office is responsible for co-ordinating philanthropy, alumni and supporter engagement, advancement services, and supporter communications on behalf of the University. DARO works with colleges, academic departments, rese…

Professional / Managerial / Support ServicesAcademicHigher EducationFundraising, Alumni, Bids & Grants
Durham University

Senior Development Manager (Mid-level giving lead)

Durham University·Durham, Hybrid

HybridFull-time$47k–$57k110d ago

The Role and Department The Development and Alumni Relations Office is responsible for co-ordinating philanthropy, alumni and supporter engagement, advancement services, and supporter communications on behalf of the University. DARO works with colleges, academic departments, rese…

Professional / Managerial / Support ServicesAcademicHigher EducationFundraising, Alumni, Bids & Grants
Durham University

Development Manager

Durham University·Durham, Hybrid

HybridFull-time$39k–$46k110d ago

The Role and Department The Development and Alumni Relations Office (DARO) is responsible for coordinating philanthropy, alumni and supporter engagement, advancement services, and supporter communications on behalf of the University. DARO works with colleges, academic departments…

PR, Marketing, Sales & CommunicationProfessional / Managerial / Support ServicesAcademicHigher Education+1
Durham University

Nursery Finance Administrator

Durham University·Durham

OnsiteContract$25k–$26k112d ago

The Role and the Department We are an outstanding provision and At Durham University Day Nursery we aim to provide high quality childcare in a safe secure and stimulating environment for children from 0 to 5. We aim to operate in partnership with parents, helping children to be h…

Higher EducationAdministrativeProfessional / Managerial / Support ServicesFinance & Procurement+2
Durham University

Postdoctoral Research Associate

Durham University·Durham

OnsiteContract$39k–$46k114d ago

The Role and Department The Department of Management and Marketing at Durham University invites applications for a Postdoctoral Research Associate (PDRA) to advance research and impact on the topic of Sustainable and Inclusive Space Innovation for the Cislunar Economy, with a par…

Higher EducationAcademic or ResearchBusiness & Management StudiesMarketing+3
Durham University

Research Assistant or PDRA in Electronic Engineering

Durham University·Durham

OnsiteContract$31k–$41k114d ago

Applications are invited for a Research Assistant position in Electronic Engineering at Durham University. We are seeking a highly-motivated and ambitious researcher with a strong background and experience in RF/microwave engineering, additive manufacturing, and AI modelling to w…

Electrical & Electronic EngineeringAcademic or ResearchEngineering & TechnologyAcademic+1
Durham University

College Alumni Engagement Coordinator

Durham University·Durham

OnsiteContract$14k–$15k114d ago

The Role and the Department University College (Castle) is Durham University’s oldest college. Founded in 1832, the College is based in Durham Castle and is home to over 14,000 alumni. Durham Castle Society and University College Durham Trust provide outlets for dedicated alumni …

Higher EducationAdministrativeProfessional / Managerial / Support ServicesAcademic+1
Durham University

Postdoctoral Research Associate

Durham University·Durham

OnsiteContract$39k–$41k117d ago

The Role We are seeking to appoint a Postdoctoral Research Associate (PDRA) for a fixed term (6 months) to work on the ‘Li-berating the subsurface: A Crystalline Reservoir Approach to Critical Mineral Supply ‘ project funded by Northern Net Zero Accelerator . The aim of this proj…

Higher EducationAcademicAcademic or ResearchGeology+1
Durham University

Collections Assistant (NLHF Engagement)

Durham University·Durham

OnsiteContract$12k–$13k118d ago

The Role and the Department The University Library and Collections is made up of six sections: Collections; Customer Services; Education, Learning and Engagement; Research and Systems; Museums, Galleries and Exhibitions; and Finance and Administration. Staff work flexibly between…

AcademicProfessional / Managerial / Support ServicesHigher EducationLibrary Services, Data & Information Management
Durham University

Postdoctoral Research Associate in Organic Chemistry and Nickel Catalysis

Durham University·Durham

OnsiteContract$39k–$39k118d ago

The Role You will be working as a Postdoctoral Research Assistant (PDRA) in the Franchino group . This collaborative project, funded by the EPSRC Impact Acceleration Account, will be conducted at Durham Chemistry and Chiesi Farmaceutici in Parma. You will prepare and test new pho…

Higher EducationAcademic or ResearchPhysical & Environmental SciencesChemistry+1
Durham University

Research Systems and Information Manager

Durham University·Durham, Hybrid

HybridFull-time$39k–$46k118d ago

The Role and Department Research and Innovation Services (RIS) provides guidance, expert advice and hands-on support for all aspects of research and research-related work, including securing funding, working with partners, undertaking knowledge exchange, demonstrating impact, com…

Higher EducationAdministrativeProfessional / Managerial / Support ServicesLibrary Services, Data & Information Management+2
Durham University

Head of Financial Planning & Analysis

Durham University·Durham

OnsiteFull-time121d ago

The Role and the Department This key role is new within the University and is responsible for the vision, direction, objectives and timelines to drive the Finance Digital Strategy. The position will provide senior-level leadership and data expertise, supporting the Reporting team…

Higher EducationFinance & ProcurementProfessional / Managerial / Support ServicesAcademic+1
Durham University

Director of Development Operations and Alumni Engagement

Durham University·Durham

OnsiteFull-time124d ago

Durham University is seeking an outstanding senior leader to appoint as Director of Development Operations and Alumni Engagement , a pivotal role within the Development and Alumni Relations Office (DARO). This position will provide strategic, integrated leadership across Advancem…

PR, Marketing, Sales & CommunicationProfessional / Managerial / Support ServicesSenior ManagementAcademic+2
Durham University

Assistant Professor in English for Academic Purposes (EAP)

Durham University·Durham

OnsiteFull-time$47k–$57k124d ago

This role will be based in Durham with time spent at Durham’s overseas partnerships, initially in China (for up to 180 days per year). The role will be managed by Durham Centre for Academic Development (DCAD) and involve leading and coordinating aspects of the design and delivery…

Higher EducationAcademicAcademic or ResearchEducation Studies+1
Durham University

Senior Project Manager

Durham University·Durham

OnsiteContract$47k–$57k124d ago

The Role and the Department The Computing and Information Services (CIS) has an annual operational budget in excess of £12m, multi-million pound programmes of change within year, and approximately 185 staff. The Senior Leadership Team report directly to the Chief Information Offi…

Senior ManagementHigher EducationAdministrativeAcademic+1
Durham University

Housekeeper/Domestic Cleaner

Durham University·Durham

OnsitePart-time$15k–$15k126d ago

Teikyo University of Japan in Durham wishes to recruit a part-time Housekeeper/Domestic Cleaner. Day Shifts – 06:45 – 13:30 Monday, Wednesday, Friday. 06:45 – 08:45 Tuesday & Thursday 24.25 hours per week / Permanent Gross annual salary circa £15,397 Access to contributory pensio…

Estates & Facilities ManagementHigher EducationProfessional / Managerial / Support ServicesAcademic
Durham University

CfAI Senior Systems Engineer

Durham University·Durham

OnsiteContract$47k–$57k127d ago

The Role and Department The Centre for Advanced Instrumentation (CfAI) is a major research group in the Department of Physics at Durham University with approximately seventy staff and research students. Developing state-of-the-art instruments for use in astronomy, biophysics, rem…

IT ServicesHigher EducationLaboratory, Clinical & TechnicianAcademic+1
Durham University

Impact and Engagement Manager

Durham University·Durham

OnsiteFull-time$39k–$46k128d ago

The Role and the Department Research and Innovation Services (RIS) provides guidance, expert advice and hands-on support for all aspects of research and research-related work, including securing funding, working with partners, undertaking knowledge exchange, demonstrating impact,…

Higher EducationProfessional / Managerial / Support ServicesLegal, Compliance & PolicyPR, Marketing, Sales & Communication+2
Durham University

Senior Civil and Geotechnical/Geoenvironmental Technician

Durham University·Durham

OnsiteFull-time$31k–$38k131d ago

The Role and the Department The role will involve working as part of an experienced technical team under the guidance of the Laboratories and Facilities manager, providing expert civil geotechnical and civil geo-environmental support to a wide range of research and teaching proje…

Physical & Environmental SciencesHigher EducationGeologyEnvironmental Sciences+5

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