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With roles from hospitality to research, there’s a career for everyone at the University of Edinburgh. We can offer opportunities for you to develop in your career and make a real difference in the communities around us while contributing to the world at large. 

We offer careers and roles in just about every area you can think of. Whether you are looking for entry-level, mid-career or roles at the top of your chosen specialism, we can offer you a career where you can flourish and make a real difference in the communities around us while contributing to the world at large. Our people come from a wide range of backgrounds, each bringing their abilities and experiences to our organisation. ​

The University isn’t just any employer. We are part of a local community and a contributor to global thinking, progress and research. In Edinburgh, you are in one of the world’s most attractive cities with active arts and social sectors, while working in a University that has made significant contributions to society, medicine, physics and teaching for over four centuries. Our people have helped create the modern world and are working on more ground-breaking technologies and practices.

Join the University of Edinburgh and you’ll be making a difference to everything around you. Be part of something bigger — where you’ll do meaningful work, grow and progress, be rewarded and recognised, and benefit from our strong commitment to your wellbeing. There are so many reasons to join us. 


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Image 1 (top left): Edinburgh skyline, featuring Edinburgh Castle and The Balmoral
Image 2 (top right): Edinburgh skyline featuring New College, University of Edinburgh
Image 3 (bottom left): The Old College, University of Edinburgh
Image 4 (bottom right): University of Edinburgh logo in stone

27 Aug, 2026
Full Time Fixed Term
Systems Developer and Administrator
£41,064 - £48,822 per annum
University of Edinburgh Hybrid (Edinburgh, UK)
Use your knowledge to drive change. Be part of something bigger. The University isn’t just any employer. We are part of a local community and a contributor to global thinking, progress and research. In Edinburgh, you are in one of the world’s most attractive cities with active arts and social sectors, while working in a University that has made significant contributions to society, medicine, physics and teaching for over four centuries. Our people have helped create the modern world and are working on more ground-breaking technologies and practices.  Here, you can continue to make a difference in everything around you. Take on new challenges, grow your career, be recognised for your contributions, and benefit from our commitment to your wellbeing. Be part of something bigger - where your work has real impact and your development matters. There are so many reasons to take your next step with us. The University of Edinburgh is a world-class organisation. We...
27 Aug, 2026
Full Time Part Time
Venture Builder Incubator Programme Manager
£48,137 - £58,379 per annum
University of Edinburgh Hybrid (Edinburgh, UK)
This post is full-time (35 hours per week), we welcome applications from candidates seeking part-time hours or flexible working patterns.  We also support hybrid working on a non-contractual basis, offering a blend of home and on-site working to help you balance work and life effectively. This role is a fixed term position until early September 2027 with the possibility of extension. The experience and qualities we are looking for:  Demonstrable experience of managing and delivering successful innovation/entrepreneurial support Programmes Experience of delivering entrepreneurship activities in a Higher Education setting (ideally for student/PhD programmes) and supporting research created founders.  Excellent knowledge and understanding of startup business growth and digital development issues & solutions  Experience of being a Founder (successful or otherwise) or involved in a start-up/scale up company. Excellent...