This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a large collaborative team. 

MyWorld is a five-year programme, the flagship for the UK’s creative technology sector. 

MyWorld will position the South West as an international trailblazer in screen-based media. 

This £46m programme brings together 30 partners from Bristol and Bath’s creative technologies sector and world-leading academic institutions, to create a unique cross-sector consortium. 

MyWorld will forge dynamic collaborations to progress technological innovation, deliver creative excellence, establish and operate state of the art facilities, offer skills training and drive inward investment, raising the region’s profile on the global stage. http://www.myworld-creates.com/ 

Within MyWorld our work package at Bath, in collaboration with the University of Bristol, is focused on the design and evaluation of audience experiences. 

There exists a range of methods available to measure these effects on audience: interviews, surveys, physiological monitoring, measuring behaviour. 

Our programme of research will map out these pre-existing methods, evaluate and validate them, and then add new cutting-edge methods to this battery. 

We will be working over a range of experiences (TV, VR, AR, Live Theatre, etc.) and with differing types of content (drama, documentary, news). 

The aim is to have real impact in providing the creative industries with an easy to access toolkit to support audience understanding. 

The Research Associate role at Bath linked to this work package is aimed at a researcher with a background in Psychology or Human Computer Interaction (HCI) with an interest in technology. 

We will work collaboratively with the Psychology team at Bristol and other partners on the project particularly BBC R&D and BT. 

The postholder will be able to: 

• Design, run, evaluate and write up studies working closely with the project team. 
• Develop and conduct research as part of the project’s multi-disciplinary team to achieve established objectives. 
• Support, engage and assist with the preparation and delivery of high quality research outputs 
• Contribute to the constant enrichment of a vital and sustainable research environment. Contribute 

Additional information

The end date for this project is 31 March 2027.

As a member of Research Staff at the University of Bath, you will be encouraged to take up a minimum of 10 days professional development pro rata per year.

We consider ourselves to be a university where difference is celebrated, respected and encouraged. We have an excellent international reputation with staff from over 60 different nations and have made a positive commitment towards gender equity and intersectionality receiving a Silver Athena SWAN award. We truly believe that diversity of experience, perspectives, and backgrounds will lead to a better environment for our employees and students and encourage applications from all genders, backgrounds, and communities, particularly from under-represented groups, and value the positive impact that will have on the university. We are committed to maintaining a safe and secure environment for our students, staff, and community by reinforcing our Safer Recruitment commitment.

We're very proud to be a signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant. an accredited Disability Confident Leader; autism friendly university, committed to building disability confidence and supporting disabled staff. 

What we can offer you

We're continually expanding our benefits package to better support you and enhance your experience with us and the below is just an example of some of the many great benefits we offer:

• Free counselling services through Health Assured
• Cycle to work scheme
• Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme
• Staff discount at Team Bath gym
• Staff discounts on postgraduate tuition fees
• Staff discount on language courses
• Generous employer contributory pension schemes
• Generous annual leave allowance with an additional 5 discretionary days so that you can enjoy a positive work life balance
• A wide range of personal and professional development opportunities including Apprenticeships, LinkedIn Learning and more
• Free entry to the Holburne Museum in Bath
• Local discounts and more
• A family-friendly workplace 
• An excellent reward package that recognises the talents of our diverse workforce
• Relocation allowance
• Visa reimbursement and Interest-Free Loan to help with the cost of some immigration expenses

Find out more about our benefits and watch the video to hear from our staff about what makes the University of Bath a great place to work as well as following us X and LinkedIn.

 

Closing Date: 28 May 2026

Department: Education & Research

Salary: £38,784 to £46,049

About the role

This innovative project is funded by the UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office’s Forest Governance, Market and Climate Programme (FGMC). 

Partner institutions include Universitas Gadjah Mada (Indonesia), University of Victoria (Canada), University of British Columbia (Canada), University of Freiburg (Germany), University of International Business and Economics (China), and National University of Singapore (Singapore).

The successful applicant will be responsible for conducting research, in close collaboration with partners at UIBE and UBC, on China’s governance in three forest-risk commodity sectors (natural rubber, palm oil and mining) and support a range of stakeholder engagement activities. 

This is an exciting opportunity to produce highly impactful research for researchers with a strong interest in environmental governance and sustainable development. 

You will join Dr. Sun’s team based in the Department of Social and Policy Science at the University of Bath and engage with researchers at the Bath Centre for Earth System Research Governance. 

You will have the opportunity to develop cutting-edge research using mixed methods on forest-risk commodity governance:

• Initiatives seeking to govern sustainability impacts of China’s commodity trade and investment
• Interrelationships between various governance initiatives in China and the political economy dynamics in the existing governance landscape
• Future scenarios of forest-risk commodity policies and governance in China based on views gathered from related stakeholders 

Our ideal candidate will:

• Hold a PhD degree in a relevant social science subject area such as International Relations, Political Science, Development Studies, Environmental Studies, and Public Policy.
• Have a strong research interest in environmental politics and governance and China’s role in global environmental governance.
• Possess good qualitative and/or quantitative skills.
• Have conducted research in China and/or collaborated with Chinese universities and industry stakeholders
• Offer excellent analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Be self-motivated.
• Have excellent interpersonal and communication skills to engage with a range of audiences and stakeholders.

Additional information

As a member of the Research Staff at the University of Bath, you will be encouraged and expected to take up to a minimum of 10 days professional development pro rata per year.

This role is offered on a full time (36.5 hours per week) fixed term basis to start as soon as possible. 

The contract will end in March 2027, but can be renewed subject to funding availability.

We consider ourselves to be a university where difference is celebrated, respected and encouraged. We have an excellent international reputation with staff from over 60 different nations and have made a positive commitment towards gender equity and intersectionality receiving a Silver Athena SWAN award. We truly believe that diversity of experience, perspectives, and backgrounds will lead to a better environment for our employees and students and encourage applications from all genders, backgrounds, and communities, particularly from under-represented groups, and value the positive impact that will have on the university. We are committed to maintaining a safe and secure environment for our students, staff, and community by reinforcing our Safer Recruitment commitment.

We're very proud to be a signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant. an accredited Disability Confident Leader; autism friendly university, committed to building disability confidence and supporting disabled staff. 

What we can offer you

We're continually expanding our benefits package to better support you and enhance your experience with us and the below is just an example of some of the many great benefits we offer:

• Free counselling services through Health Assured
• Cycle to work scheme
• Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme
• Staff discount at Team Bath gym
• Staff discounts on postgraduate tuition fees
• Staff discount on language courses
• Generous employer contributory pension schemes
• Generous annual leave allowance with an additional 5 discretionary days so that you can enjoy a positive work life balance
• A wide range of personal and professional development opportunities including Apprenticeships, LinkedIn Learning and more
• Free entry to the Holburne Museum in Bath
• Local discounts and more
• A family-friendly workplace 
• An excellent reward package that recognises the talents of our diverse workforce
• Relocation allowance
• Visa reimbursement and Interest-Free Loan to help with the cost of some immigration expenses

Find out more about our benefits and watch the video to hear from our staff about what makes the University of Bath a great place to work as well as following us X and LinkedIn.

 

Closing Date: 25 May 2026

Department: Education & Research

Salary: £38,784 to £46,049

We are looking for a researcher to join our team work on an exciting multi-institution project on circular economy for buildings: BuildZero. 

BuildZero aims to understand if the UK’s needs from its building stock can be met with zero new raw material extraction, zero emissions and zero waste. Our research will show to what extent this vision is achievable and desirable, and provide a platform for translating circular economy approaches into practice and policy at scale.

Within this wider project, your focus will be on understanding the impact of circular economy strategies for buildings, at regional/national scale in the UK. To do this, you will develop models of the current UK building stock and how it will be affected by new construction and demolition activities, as well as strategies such as retrofit, extension, adaptive reuse, component reuse, and material recycling. This will allow us to show to what extent these circular economy strategies really do move us towards zero carbon and zero waste construction at scale. To conduct your work you will be an integral member of the large, multidisciplinary BuildZero project team, and you will also contribute to wider project tasks, events, and outputs. 

As a member of Research Staff at the University of Bath, you will be encouraged to take up a minimum of 10 days professional development pro rata per year.

A lower grade offer may be made (Grade 6) with comparable reduction in responsibilities and amendment in job title to Research Assistant, if a suitable applicant cannot be found to fill the Grade 7 position. Applicants will need to be within six months of their course [PhD] completion date and will be promoted to Research Associate once their PhD has been awarded. 

Please ensure you submit your application via our website. Please note that during initial shortlisting, the panel can only see your application form and your answers to the shortlisting questions; they cannot see your attachments (e.g. your CV), so ensure your answers stand alone.

Please note there are two roles currently being advertised for the BuildZero project at Bath: see also  https://www.bath.ac.uk/jobs/Vacancy.aspx?ref=SS13588 

About you

Our ideal candidate will have:

• Completed a PhD in a relevant discipline.
• Ability to model systems/processes representing buildings stocks, and the effect of circular economy strategies on the stock, resource and waste flows, and energy and emissions.
• Familiarity with issues of circular economy and the built environment, though this could be substituted by a strong ability for interdisciplinary collaboration and a willingness to learn.
• Interest in accounting for uncertainties involved in the scale-up modelling and understanding how this affects the robustness of the findings.

Apart from excellent technical skills, you will need:

• The ability to organise and prioritise your own workload, and to work in a broad interdisciplinary team, both within Bath and across the wider project.
• Excellent oral, interpersonal and written communication skills.

Interaction with academic and industrial partners of BuildZero, and participation in consortium events, will be expected. 

Further information

This is a full time (36.5 hours per week) role initially offered for 30 months and available from June 2026. Part time working may be possible and if interested in applying on this basis you should make this clear on your application form.

Interviews are scheduled to be held on 18 and 19 June. 

We offer a hybrid working arrangement, combining the benefits of remote working with regular on-campus collaboration. You will be required to work on campus 2–3 days per week.

For further details of the role’s requirements, please see the job description or contact Dr Rick Lupton on rcl38@bath.ac.uk

We consider ourselves to be a university where difference is celebrated, respected and encouraged. We have an excellent international reputation with staff from over 60 different nations and have made a positive commitment towards gender equity and intersectionality receiving a Silver Athena SWAN award. We truly believe that diversity of experience, perspectives, and backgrounds will lead to a better environment for our employees and students and encourage applications from all genders, backgrounds, and communities, particularly from under-represented groups, and value the positive impact that will have on the university. We are committed to maintaining a safe and secure environment for our students, staff, and community by reinforcing our Safer Recruitment commitment.

We're very proud to be a signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant. an accredited Disability Confident Leader; autism friendly university, committed to building disability confidence and supporting disabled staff. 

What we can offer you 

We're continually expanding our benefits package to better support you and enhance your experience with us and the below is just an example of some of the many great benefits we offer:

• Employee assistance services through Health Assured, including access to the Wisdom app
• Generous annual leave allowance with an additional 5 discretionary days so that you can enjoy a positive work life balance
• Generous employer contributory pension schemes
• Cycle to work scheme
• Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme
• Staff discount at Team Bath gym
• Staff benefits include discounted postgraduate tuition and language courses, alongside a wide range of personal and professional development opportunities such as apprenticeships, LinkedIn Learning, and more
• Local discounts, including free entry to the Holburne Museum in Bath
• A family-friendly workplace 
• An excellent reward package that recognises the talents of our diverse workforce
• Relocation allowance
• Visa reimbursement and Interest-Free Loan to help with the cost of some immigration expenses

Find out more about our benefits and watch the video to hear from our staff about what makes the University of Bath a great place to work as well as following us X and LinkedIn.

Be Well at Bath

We’re committed to creating a health-supporting working environment where everyone can thrive and be at their best. We offer a range of resources to enable you to do that from your first day here, including:

• Staff support groups and networks
• A network of Staff Wellbeing Champions
• A suite of tools, resources and frameworks that enable you to be at your best and thrive

Find out more about being at your best at Bath.

 

Closing Date: 01 Jun 2026

Department: Education & Research

Salary: £38,784 to £46,049

In this ambitious project we are developing new automated solutions for the manufacture of injectable medicines at scale. The project is multidisciplinary running across the Faculties of Science and Engineering and Design. For this post, to be led by the Department of Mechanical Engineering, we are seeking a dynamic individual to develop, design, make and manufacture automation solutions to support the manufacture of injectable medicines. This will consist of supporting the current research on developing the robotic cell along with the design of transfer and dispensation mechanisms to ensure the right quantities of raw ingredients arrive at the right point without waste. 

As a member of Research Staff at the University of Bath, you will be encouraged to take up a minimum of 10 days professional development pro rata per year

A lower grade offer may be made (Grade 6) with comparable reduction in responsibilities and amendment in job title to Research Assistant, if a suitable applicant cannot be found to fill the Grade 7 position. Applicants will need to be within six months of their course completion date and will be promoted to Research Associate once their PhD has been awarded. 

About you

The ideal PDRA will have experience of mechanical design, use of robots, be able to create fast prototypes for empirical testing using a range of methods and tools, be able to support on mechatronics systems development using programming techniques that will be required. The PDRA will also be expected to interface with the wider project team across the different faculties and support other activities including final year projects that could be linked to the wider research. 

Further information 

This role is offered on a full time (36.5 hours per week) fixed term basis with an expected duration of 10 months. 

For an informal discussion regarding the role please contact Vimal Dhokia at vd209@bath.ac.uk.

We consider ourselves to be a university where difference is celebrated, respected and encouraged. We have an excellent international reputation with staff from over 60 different nations and have made a positive commitment towards gender equity and intersectionality receiving a Silver Athena SWAN award. We truly believe that diversity of experience, perspectives, and backgrounds will lead to a better environment for our employees and students and encourage applications from all genders, backgrounds, and communities, particularly from under-represented groups, and value the positive impact that will have on the university. We are committed to maintaining a safe and secure environment for our students, staff, and community by reinforcing our Safer Recruitment commitment.

We're very proud to be a signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant. an accredited Disability Confident Leader; autism friendly university, committed to building disability confidence and supporting disabled staff. 

What we can offer you 

We're continually expanding our benefits package to better support you and enhance your experience with us and the below is just an example of some of the many great benefits we offer:

• Employee assistance services through Health Assured, including access to the Wisdom app
• Generous annual leave allowance with an additional 5 discretionary days so that you can enjoy a positive work life balance
• Generous employer contributory pension schemes
• Cycle to work scheme
• Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme
• Staff discount at Team Bath gym
• Staff benefits include discounted postgraduate tuition and language courses, alongside a wide range of personal and professional development opportunities such as apprenticeships, LinkedIn Learning, and more
• Local discounts, including free entry to the Holburne Museum in Bath
• A family-friendly workplace 
• An excellent reward package that recognises the talents of our diverse workforce
• Relocation allowance
• Visa reimbursement and Interest-Free Loan to help with the cost of some immigration expenses

Find out more about our benefits and watch the video to hear from our staff about what makes the University of Bath a great place to work as well as following us X and LinkedIn.

Be Well at Bath

We’re committed to creating a health-supporting working environment where everyone can thrive and be at their best. We offer a range of resources to enable you to do that from your first day here, including:

• Staff support groups and networks
• A network of Staff Wellbeing Champions
• A suite of tools, resources and frameworks that enable you to be at your best and thrive

Find out more about being at your best at Bath.

 

Closing Date: 22 May 2026

Department: Education & Research

Salary: £38,784 to £46,049

About the role

Join our highly supportive team in the Department of Psychology at the University of Bath, where you will be helping to teach aspirational undergraduate and postgraduate students in Psychology, particularly on the Applied Psychology (Conversion) Master’s.

This role will include developing the teaching material, delivery of lectures, seminars and tutorials, both online and in person. 

Alongside the supervision, assessment and marking of coursework and research dissertations, you will provide advice and support to students, as well as undertake teaching-related management and administration duties.   

Our ideal candidate

• be committed to and have experience of delivering high quality teaching
• show evidence of inclusive teaching practice and student engagement
• have experience supporting students as an Academic Advisor/Personal Tutor or similar

Additional information

This role is offered on a permanent basis.

The department are willing to consider applications for both full time and part-time (0.8 FTE) applicants. 

Informal enquiries can be made to the Director of Studies of the MSc in Applied Psychology, Dr Rhiannon Edwards (rte22@bath.ac.uk ) or the Deputy Head of Department (Education & Student Experience), Prof Richard Joiner (pssrj@bath.ac.uk).

We consider ourselves to be a university where difference is celebrated, respected and encouraged. We have an excellent international reputation with staff from over 60 different nations and have made a positive commitment towards gender equity and intersectionality receiving a Silver Athena SWAN award. We truly believe that diversity of experience, perspectives, and backgrounds will lead to a better environment for our employees and students and encourage applications from all genders, backgrounds, and communities, particularly from under-represented groups, and value the positive impact that will have on the university. We are committed to maintaining a safe and secure environment for our students, staff, and community by reinforcing our Safer Recruitment commitment.

We're very proud to be a signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant. an accredited Disability Confident Leader; autism friendly university, committed to building disability confidence and supporting disabled staff. 

What we can offer you

We're continually expanding our benefits package to better support you and enhance your experience with us and the below is just an example of some of the many great benefits we offer:

• Free counselling services through Health Assured
• Cycle to work scheme
• Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme
• Staff discount at Team Bath gym
• Staff discounts on postgraduate tuition fees
• Staff discount on language courses
• Generous employer contributory pension schemes
• Generous annual leave allowance with an additional 5 discretionary days so that you can enjoy a positive work life balance
• A wide range of personal and professional development opportunities including Apprenticeships, LinkedIn Learning and more
• Free entry to the Holburne Museum in Bath
• Local discounts and more
• A family-friendly workplace 
• An excellent reward package that recognises the talents of our diverse workforce
• Relocation allowance
• Visa reimbursement and Interest-Free Loan to help with the cost of some immigration expenses

Find out more about our benefits and watch the video to hear from our staff about what makes the University of Bath a great place to work as well as following us X and LinkedIn.

 

Closing Date: 07 Jun 2026

Department: Education & Research

Salary: £47,389 to £56,535

• Develop mathematical models for TB treatment – Enhance an Individual-Based Model (IBM) to capture patient heterogeneity in tuberculosis, integrating within-host dynamics, treatment pathways and treatment response to support personalised therapies.
• Interdisciplinary research – Work within the Department of Mathematical Sciences at the University of Bath, collaborating with mathematicians, clinicians and biological scientists to address real clinical challenges through modelling.
• Research outputs – Publish in peer-reviewed journals, present at conferences and contribute to future grant development in this 1-year MRC-funded position.
• Research community – Join the Centre for Mathematical Biology and the Applied and Interdisciplinary Mathematics group, support PhD and undergraduate researchers, and engage in departmental activities.

About you

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds who are enthusiastic about interdisciplinary research and collaboration.

Essential

• PhD in applied mathematics, mathematical biology, computer science, or a related quantitative discipline
• Strong computational modelling and programming experience
• Experience developing and analysing multi-scale mathematical models
• Ability to communicate complex ideas clearly and work collaboratively across disciplines
• Research publications and interest in presenting at conferences 

Desirable

• Within-host modelling (e.g. immunology or pharmacology)
• Infectious disease modelling

We particularly encourage applications from individuals currently underrepresented in academic mathematics and mathematical biology.

Further information

This role is offered on a full time (36.5 hours per week) fixed term basis with an expected duration of 9 months. 

For an informal discussion regarding the role please contact Ruth Bowness at rb2250@bath.ac.uk.

We consider ourselves to be a university where difference is celebrated, respected and encouraged. We have an excellent international reputation with staff from over 60 different nations and have made a positive commitment towards gender equity and intersectionality receiving a Silver Athena SWAN award. We truly believe that diversity of experience, perspectives, and backgrounds will lead to a better environment for our employees and students and encourage applications from all genders, backgrounds, and communities, particularly from under-represented groups, and value the positive impact that will have on the university. We are committed to maintaining a safe and secure environment for our students, staff, and community by reinforcing our Safer Recruitment commitment.

We're very proud to be a signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant. an accredited Disability Confident Leader; autism friendly university, committed to building disability confidence and supporting disabled staff. 

What we can offer you 

We're continually expanding our benefits package to better support you and enhance your experience with us and the below is just an example of some of the many great benefits we offer:

• Employee assistance services through Health Assured, including access to the Wisdom app
• Generous annual leave allowance with an additional 5 discretionary days so that you can enjoy a positive work life balance
• Generous employer contributory pension schemes
• Cycle to work scheme
• Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme
• Staff discount at Team Bath gym
• Staff benefits include discounted postgraduate tuition and language courses, alongside a wide range of personal and professional development opportunities such as apprenticeships, LinkedIn Learning, and more
• Local discounts, including free entry to the Holburne Museum in Bath
• A family-friendly workplace 
• An excellent reward package that recognises the talents of our diverse workforce
• Relocation allowance
• Visa reimbursement and Interest-Free Loan to help with the cost of some immigration expenses

Find out more about our benefits and watch the video to hear from our staff about what makes the University of Bath a great place to work as well as following us X and LinkedIn.

Be Well at Bath

We’re committed to creating a health-supporting working environment where everyone can thrive and be at their best. We offer a range of resources to enable you to do that from your first day here, including:

• Staff support groups and networks
• A network of Staff Wellbeing Champions
• A suite of tools, resources and frameworks that enable you to be at your best and thrive

Find out more about being at your best at Bath

 

Closing Date: 21 May 2026

Department: Education & Research

Salary: £38,784 to £46,049

About the role

The project, co-led by Professor Ailsa Russell at University of Bath and Dr Emma Warnock-Parkes at University of Oxford, will co-produce and evaluate the effectiveness of an empirically informed cognitive behavioural intervention for social anxiety disorder with autistic people. 

There will be two main phases to the project: 

1) The adapted intervention and therapist training materials will be developed in Year 1 through co-production meetings, individual/small group consultations with varied engagement methods. This will be followed by refinement of the adapted intervention using a multiple baseline pilot case series.

2) The effectiveness of the intervention will be investigated via a cluster randomised controlled trial in NHS services commencing at the start of Year 2 of the project. 

The post holder will be actively involved in:

• co-ordination of co-production endeavours with the PIs and PPIE co-applicant leads, 
• design, preparation and piloting of research materials in collaboration with the clinical trials unit, 
• liaising with NHS sites,
• training and supporting research assistants to work to protocol,
• preparing manuscripts for publication as relevant to research stage e.g. protocols, qualitative and mixed methods findings from case series and co-production.  

The post holder will join the Centre for Applied Autism Research (CAAR) at the University of Bath. 

They will be encouraged and supported in pursuing career development opportunities. As a member of Research Staff at the University of Bath, you will be encouraged to take up a minimum of 10 days professional development pro rata per year.

Ideal candidate

We welcome applications from candidates who have:

•    A PhD or professional doctoral qualification in Psychology or related discipline 

•    Experience or interest in the field of autism and/or mental health

•    Experience of inclusive research practices

•    Experience of mixed methods data collection (interviews, surveys) and analysis techniques (e.g. reflexive thematic analysis, quantitative approaches)

•    Experience of conducting research with autistic people is desirable

•    Excellent team working, communication, and time management skills. 

Additional information

We have one position available offered on a part time (22.5 hours per week), fixed-term basis. 

The post is funded for 24 months. 

Due to the research involving clinical populations, an Enhanced DBS check will be required for this post. 

The post will require some travel to meetings and NHS sites.

Informal enquiries about this role should be directed to Professor Ailsa Russell (a.j.russell@bath.ac.uk). 

We consider ourselves to be a university where difference is celebrated, respected and encouraged. We have an excellent international reputation with staff from over 60 different nations and have made a positive commitment towards gender equality and intersectionality receiving a Silver Athena SWAN award. We truly believe that diversity of experience, perspectives, and backgrounds will lead to a better environment for our employees and students and encourage applications from all genders, backgrounds, and communities, particularly from under-represented groups, and value the positive impact that will have on the university. We are committed to maintaining a safe and secure environment for our students, staff, and community by reinforcing our Safer Recruitment commitment.

We're very proud to be a signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant. an accredited Disability Confident Leader; autism friendly university, committed to building disability confidence and supporting disabled staff. 

What we can offer you

We're continually expanding our benefits package to better support you and enhance your experience with us and the below is just an example of some of the many great benefits we offer:

• Free counselling services through Health Assured
• Cycle to work scheme
• Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme
• Staff discount at Team Bath gym
• Staff discounts on postgraduate tuition fees
• Staff discount on language courses
• Generous employer contributory pension schemes
• Generous annual leave allowance with an additional 5 discretionary days so that you can enjoy a positive work life balance
• A wide range of personal and professional development opportunities including Apprenticeships, LinkedIn Learning and more
• Free entry to the Holburne Museum in Bath
• Local discounts and more
• A family-friendly workplace 
• An excellent reward package that recognises the talents of our diverse workforce
• Relocation allowance
• Visa reimbursement and Interest-Free Loan to help with the cost of some immigration expenses

Find out more about our benefits and watch the video to hear from our staff about what makes the University of Bath a great place to work as well as following us X and LinkedIn.

 

Closing Date: 20 May 2026

Department: Education & Research

Salary: £38,784 to £46,049

The Department of Politics, Languages and International Studies is looking to appoint a lecturer (Education Specialist/Teaching) in French Language and Area Studies to work within its dynamic French Section.

French includes students on three courses: Modern Languages (French and another language); French and Politics; and International Management and Modern Languages (French). All classes (lectures, seminars and language classes) are taught through the medium of French.

The French Section is proud of its strong record of undergraduate teaching; it has consistently been rated very highly in the NSS and ranked in or around the top 10 in national league tables.

Our ideal candidate

We are looking for an exceptional lecturer who will complement our existing teaching strengths in language teaching and Area Studies (Politics, Contemporary History, Culture and Business). 

They will also be expected to undertake key leadership and management roles within the Languages Division. 

Key responsibilities will include: 

• Teaching French language across different UG levels and courses
• Teaching lecture and seminars in French Area Studies (Politics, History, Business and Culture) in French.
• Convening units 
• Designing and updating course materials as necessary
• Organising assessment and feedback for all units taught
• Leadership and management roles as appropriate (including Director of Studies)

The successful candidate will have a sustained record of outstanding teaching in both French language and Area Studies at HE level in order to contribute to the excellent teaching profile of a well organised and close team. 

They will also have have some experience of education leadership and/or management in order to take on roles of responsibility in the Department. 

Ideally, they will also be able to teach French translation into English. 

Additional information

We consider ourselves to be a university where difference is celebrated, respected and encouraged. We have an excellent international reputation with staff from over 60 different nations and have made a positive commitment towards gender equity and intersectionality receiving a Silver Athena SWAN award. We truly believe that diversity of experience, perspectives, and backgrounds will lead to a better environment for our employees and students and encourage applications from all genders, backgrounds, and communities, particularly from under-represented groups, and value the positive impact that will have on the university. We are committed to maintaining a safe and secure environment for our students, staff, and community by reinforcing our Safer Recruitment commitment.

We're very proud to be a signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant. an accredited Disability Confident Leader; autism friendly university, committed to building disability confidence and supporting disabled staff. 

What we can offer you

We're continually expanding our benefits package to better support you and enhance your experience with us and the below is just an example of some of the many great benefits we offer:

• Free counselling services through Health Assured
• Cycle to work scheme
• Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme
• Staff discount at Team Bath gym
• Staff discounts on postgraduate tuition fees
• Staff discount on language courses
• Generous employer contributory pension schemes
• Generous annual leave allowance with an additional 5 discretionary days so that you can enjoy a positive work life balance
• A wide range of personal and professional development opportunities including Apprenticeships, LinkedIn Learning and more
• Free entry to the Holburne Museum in Bath
• Local discounts and more
• A family-friendly workplace 
• An excellent reward package that recognises the talents of our diverse workforce
• Relocation allowance
• Visa reimbursement and Interest-Free Loan to help with the cost of some immigration expenses

Find out more about our benefits and watch the video to hear from our staff about what makes the University of Bath a great place to work as well as following us X and LinkedIn.

 

Closing Date: 21 May 2026

Department: Education & Research

Salary: £47,389 to £61,759

We are seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral researcher to join a NERC funded project to develop novel bacteriophage-based tools for microbial source tracking. The project is a collaboration between the Universities of Bath, Brighton, Sheffield and the Environment Agency and the successful candidate will join a highly supportive and collegiate team working across these institutions. This role, based at the University of Bath, will focus on the analysis of viral metagenomic data to identify human gut associated bacteriophage sequences that can be exploited to monitor water quality. In particular the role will involve:

• Supporting the development of methods for generating viral metagenomes from wastewater samples
• Analysis of metagenomes and identification of bacteriophage signatures with high diagnostic potential for feacal pollution
• Development of algorithms and pipelines to detect faecal pollution in water samples based on viral metagenome analysis
• Supporting the validation of new source tracking tools and evaluating performance against existing methods. 

About you

Applicants must have a PhD (or be close to completion/have equivalent experience) in relevant disciplines, and experience with analysis of bacterial and bacteriophage sequence data. Experience in microbial ecology and/or environmental microbiology related to pollution and management of surface waters is also desirable but not essential. 

Further information

This role is offered on a full time (36.5 hours per week) fixed term basis with a proposed start date of July 2026 for a duration of 24 months. 

For an informal discussion regarding the role please contact Brian Jones at bvj20@bath.ac.uk.

We consider ourselves to be a university where difference is celebrated, respected and encouraged. We have an excellent international reputation with staff from over 60 different nations and have made a positive commitment towards gender equity and intersectionality receiving a Silver Athena SWAN award. We truly believe that diversity of experience, perspectives, and backgrounds will lead to a better environment for our employees and students and encourage applications from all genders, backgrounds, and communities, particularly from under-represented groups, and value the positive impact that will have on the university. We are committed to maintaining a safe and secure environment for our students, staff, and community by reinforcing our Safer Recruitment commitment.

We're very proud to be a signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant. an accredited Disability Confident Leader; autism friendly university, committed to building disability confidence and supporting disabled staff. 

What we can offer you

We're continually expanding our benefits package to better support you and enhance your experience with us and the below is just an example of some of the many great benefits we offer:

• Free counselling services through Health Assured
• Cycle to work scheme
• Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme
• Staff discount at Team Bath gym
• Staff discounts on postgraduate tuition fees
• Staff discount on language courses
• Generous employer contributory pension schemes
• Generous annual leave allowance with an additional 5 discretionary days so that you can enjoy a positive work life balance
• A wide range of personal and professional development opportunities including Apprenticeships, LinkedIn Learning and more
• Free entry to the Holburne Museum in Bath
• Local discounts and more
• A family-friendly workplace 
• An excellent reward package that recognises the talents of our diverse workforce
• Relocation allowance
• Visa reimbursement and Interest-Free Loan to help with the cost of some immigration expenses

Find out more about our benefits and watch the video to hear from our staff about what makes the University of Bath a great place to work as well as following us X and LinkedIn.

 

Closing Date: 20 May 2026

Department: Education & Research

Salary: £38,784 to £46,049

The work-package aims to use iterative, multi-modal, theory-driven testing to identify the ‘best performing’ optimised labels and examine their influence on alcohol purchasing, visual attention and key mechanisms of impact (e.g., changing attitudes, knowledge etc).

About the role

The post holder will be actively involved in i) design, preparation and piloting of research materials, including online experiments, a longitudinal experiment and an eye-tracking study, ii) recruitment and data collection (in-person and online), iii) analysis of the data according to open science practices, and iv) preparing high quality manuscripts for publication.

The post holder is expected to work with the work package lead at the University of Bath (Dr Inge Kersbergen), the work package lead and Research Associate at the University of Bristol, and the wider project team who are largely based at the University of Stirling. 

This will involve regular online meetings and occasional (approximately twice yearly) in-person meetings at the University of Stirling. 

We expect that the results from this research would be written up by the post holder in an academic journal and the post holder will also be instrumental in developing reports which can be disseminated to policymakers and other key stakeholders.

The post holder will join Bath’s Addiction and Mental Health Research Group (BATH AIM) and they will be encouraged and supported in pursuing career development opportunities. 

We welcome applications from candidates who have:

• A PhD in Psychology or related discipline
• Experience or interest in the field of health and/or experimental psychology
• Experience designing, running and analysing data from eye-tracking studies and online experiments
• Excellent team working, communication, and time management skills. 

Additional information

As a member of Research Staff at the University of Bath, you will be encouraged to take up a minimum of 10 days professional development pro rata per year.

We have one position available offered on a full time (36.5 hours per week) fixed-term basis. The post is funded for 21 months. 

The post holder may be involved in testing off-site using the University of Bristol’s mobile research van. 

A driving licence and willingness to drive to drive the research van is desirable.

Informal enquiries about this role should be directed to Dr Inge Kersbergen (ik712@bath.ac.uk).

A lower grade offer may be made (Grade 6) with comparable reduction in responsibilities and amendment in job title to Research Assistant, if a suitable applicant cannot be found to fill the Grade 7 position. Applicants will need to be within six months of their course completion date and will be promoted to Research Associate once their PhD has been awarded. 

We consider ourselves to be a university where difference is celebrated, respected and encouraged. We have an excellent international reputation with staff from over 60 different nations and have made a positive commitment towards gender equity and intersectionality receiving a Silver Athena SWAN award. We truly believe that diversity of experience, perspectives, and backgrounds will lead to a better environment for our employees and students and encourage applications from all genders, backgrounds, and communities, particularly from under-represented groups, and value the positive impact that will have on the university. We are committed to maintaining a safe and secure environment for our students, staff, and community by reinforcing our Safer Recruitment commitment.

We're very proud to be a signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant. an accredited Disability Confident Leader; autism friendly university, committed to building disability confidence and supporting disabled staff. 

What we can offer you

We're continually expanding our benefits package to better support you and enhance your experience with us and the below is just an example of some of the many great benefits we offer:

• Free counselling services through Health Assured
• Cycle to work scheme
• Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme
• Staff discount at Team Bath gym
• Staff discounts on postgraduate tuition fees
• Staff discount on language courses
• Generous employer contributory pension schemes
• Generous annual leave allowance with an additional 5 discretionary days so that you can enjoy a positive work life balance
• A wide range of personal and professional development opportunities including Apprenticeships, LinkedIn Learning and more
• Free entry to the Holburne Museum in Bath
• Local discounts and more
• A family-friendly workplace 
• An excellent reward package that recognises the talents of our diverse workforce
• Relocation allowance
• Visa reimbursement and Interest-Free Loan to help with the cost of some immigration expenses

Find out more about our benefits and watch the video to hear from our staff about what makes the University of Bath a great place to work as well as following us X and LinkedIn.

 

Closing Date: 20 May 2026

Department: Education & Research

Salary: £38,784 to £46,049

We are looking for a researcher to join our team work on an exciting multi-institution project on circular economy for buildings: BuildZero.

BuildZero aims to understand if the UK’s needs from its building stock can be met with zero new raw material extraction, zero emissions and zero waste. Our research will show to what extent this vision is achievable and desirable, and provide a platform for translating circular economy approaches into practice and policy at scale.

Within this wider project, your focus will be on understanding the environmental footprint of circular economy strategies into the future. To do this, you will conduct prospective life cycle assessment of BuildZero strategies. This is essential to ensure that selected strategies really do move us towards zero carbon and zero waste construction when the whole life cycle is considered. To conduct your work you will be an integral member of the large, multidisciplinary BuildZero project team, and you will also contribute to wider project tasks, events, and outputs.

A lower grade offer may be made (Grade 6) with comparable reduction in responsibilities and amendment in job title to Research Assistant, if a suitable applicant cannot be found to fill the Grade 7 position. Applicants will need to be within six months of their course [PhD] completion date and will be promoted to Research Associate once their PhD has been awarded. 

Please ensure you submit your application via our website. Please note that during initial shortlisting, the panel can only see your application form and your answers to the shortlisting questions; they cannot see your attachments (e.g. your CV).

About you

Our ideal candidates will have:

• Completed a PhD in a relevant discipline.
• Expertise in life cycle assessment.
• Experience using Brightway 2 and/or openLCA, or other relevant experience in programming (particularly Python).
• Familiarity with issues of circular economy and the built environment, though this could be substituted by a strong ability for interdisciplinary collaboration and a willingness to learn.

Apart from excellent technical skills, you will need:

• The ability to organise and prioritise your own workload, and to work in a broad interdisciplinary team, both within Bath and across the wider project.
• Excellent oral, interpersonal and written communication skills.

Interaction with academic and industrial partners of BuildZero, and participation in consortium events, will be expected. 

Further information

This role is a full time position, initially offered for 2 years and available from July 2026. Part time working may be possible and if interested in applying on this basis you should make this clear on your application form.

Interviews are to be held on 18 and 19 June.

We offer a hybrid working arrangement, combining the benefits of remote working with regular on-campus collaboration. You will be required to work on campus 2–3 days per week.

As a member of Research Staff at the University of Bath, you will be encouraged to take up a minimum of 10 days professional development pro rata per year.

For further details of the role’s requirements, please see the job description.

For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Dr. Stephen Allen on mn0sra@bath.ac.uk.

We consider ourselves to be a university where difference is celebrated, respected and encouraged. We have an excellent international reputation with staff from over 60 different nations and have made a positive commitment towards gender equality and intersectionality receiving a Silver Athena SWAN award. We truly believe that diversity of experience, perspectives, and backgrounds will lead to a better environment for our employees and students and encourage applications from all genders, backgrounds, and communities, particularly from under-represented groups, and value the positive impact that will have on the university. We are committed to maintaining a safe and secure environment for our students, staff, and community by reinforcing our Safer Recruitment commitment.

We're very proud to be a signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant. an accredited Disability Confident Leader; autism friendly university, committed to building disability confidence and supporting disabled staff. 

What we can offer you

We're continually expanding our benefits package to better support you and enhance your experience with us and the below is just an example of some of the many great benefits we offer:

• Free counselling services through Health Assured
• Cycle to work scheme
• Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme
• Staff discount at Team Bath gym
• Staff discounts on postgraduate tuition fees
• Staff discount on language courses
• Generous employer contributory pension schemes
• Generous annual leave allowance with an additional 5 discretionary days so that you can enjoy a positive work life balance
• A wide range of personal and professional development opportunities including Apprenticeships, LinkedIn Learning and more
• Free entry to the Holburne Museum in Bath
• Local discounts and more
• A family-friendly workplace 
• An excellent reward package that recognises the talents of our diverse workforce
• Relocation allowance
• Visa reimbursement and Interest-Free Loan to help with the cost of some immigration expenses

Find out more about our benefits and watch the video to hear from our staff about what makes the University of Bath a great place to work as well as following us X and LinkedIn.

 

Closing Date: 01 Jun 2026

Department: Education & Research

Salary: £38,784 to £46,049

The post is available as either a Grade 7 Research Associate or Grade 8 Research Fellow post, dependent on skills and experience. 

About the role

The project, led by Dr Esther Walton, aims to map how our epigenome and brain ages; and how this links to lifelong mental health. 

Whereas most studies to date have focused on the issue of ageing from the ages 40 or 50 onwards, this work will take a novel approach looking at the ageing process right across people’s life courses – from birth to death.

This project combines epi-/genetic and neuroimaging expertise and we welcome applications from applicants with expertise in either one field (or both).  

We expect that applicants for Research Fellow will have significant postdoctoral experience, with a demonstrable track record of leading and publishing epi-/genetic and/or neuroimaging research independently. 

Research Fellows will be capable of leading the development of research objectives, projects and analysis and training other members of the team in data analysis techniques.

About you

We welcome applications from candidates who have:

• A PhD in Psychology, Neuroscience or Genetics; or related discipline
• Extensive experience in epi-/genetic data analysis (polygenic risk scores, EWAS) and/or neuroimaging (Freesurfer, Matlab) 
• Experience and interest in conducting research in (epi-)genetic or neuroimaging psychology. 
• Experience with R, Python or Matlab programming, advanced statistical and epi-/genetic and/or neuroimaging skills 
• Excellent team working, communication, and time management skills are also essential. 

Additional information

As part of the University’s commitment to research staff development, the post holder will be supported to undertake professional development, including a minimum of 10 days per year pro rata.

We have one vacancy available offered on a full time (36.5 hours per week) fixed-term basis. The post is funded for 24 months.

Informal enquiries about this role should be directed to Dr Esther Walton (e.walton@bath.ac.uk). 

We consider ourselves to be a university where difference is celebrated, respected and encouraged. We have an excellent international reputation with staff from over 60 different nations and have made a positive commitment towards gender equity and intersectionality receiving a Silver Athena SWAN award. We truly believe that diversity of experience, perspectives, and backgrounds will lead to a better environment for our employees and students and encourage applications from all genders, backgrounds, and communities, particularly from under-represented groups, and value the positive impact that will have on the university. We are committed to maintaining a safe and secure environment for our students, staff, and community by reinforcing our Safer Recruitment commitment.

We're very proud to be a signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant. an accredited Disability Confident Leader; autism friendly university, committed to building disability confidence and supporting disabled staff. 

What we can offer you

We're continually expanding our benefits package to better support you and enhance your experience with us and the below is just an example of some of the many great benefits we offer:

• Free counselling services through Health Assured
• Cycle to work scheme
• Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme
• Staff discount at Team Bath gym
• Staff discounts on postgraduate tuition fees
• Staff discount on language courses
• Generous employer contributory pension schemes
• Generous annual leave allowance with an additional 5 discretionary days so that you can enjoy a positive work life balance
• A wide range of personal and professional development opportunities including Apprenticeships, LinkedIn Learning and more
• Free entry to the Holburne Museum in Bath
• Local discounts and more
• A family-friendly workplace 
• An excellent reward package that recognises the talents of our diverse workforce
• Relocation allowance
• Visa reimbursement and Interest-Free Loan to help with the cost of some immigration expenses

Find out more about our benefits and watch the video to hear from our staff about what makes the University of Bath a great place to work as well as following us X and LinkedIn.

 

Closing Date: 17 May 2026

Department: Education & Research

Salary: The salary range for Research Associate is £38,784 to £46,049 per annum. The salary range for Research Fellow is £47,389 to £56,535 per annum.

We are seeking to appoint a Lecturer in Biochemistry and Biomedical Sciences to contribute to the design and delivery of practical classes in biochemistry and microbiology, alongside supporting lecture-based teaching, ensuring students develop core experimental and analytical skills. This is a full-time, permanent contract.

The job purpose can be summarised as follows: 

• To plan and deliver taught programmes of education and support student learning at undergraduate and postgraduate level (as appropriate). This will include the design, delivery and development of teaching material, lectures, tutorials, laboratory classes assessment and marking of coursework.
• To play a role in developing the teaching culture and student experience of the University.
• To provide teaching-related management and administrative duties.

Whilst it is expected that teaching will be informed by research/professional expertise, there is no research component to this role.

About you

• A collegiate, enthusiastic and self-motivated individual with a commitment to excellence in higher education and providing a high-quality experience for our students
• Demonstrable depth and breadth of knowledge in metabolism for biochemistry and biomedical sciences
• Experience in delivering high-quality laboratory teaching and coordinating practical components of the curriculum. This is particularly important for large and diverse cohorts, including Natural Sciences students.
• A strong commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion, mirroring the University’s values.

About the department

The Department of Life Sciences at the University of Bath has over 90 academic staff across a broad range of disciplines including biochemistry, cell & developmental biology, evolution, genetics, immunology microbiology, pharmacology, pharmaceutical pharmacy and structural biology. The vast majority of research within the merged departments was rated as 4* or 3* in the last (REF2021) assessment. 

Staff are encouraged to engage in continuous professional development activities, such as fellowship of the Higher Education Academy, as well as having an understanding of discipline-specific issues in relation to teaching and/or supporting learning.

Further information

This is a full time role (36.5 hours per week) with an expected start date of September 2026.

For informal enquires please contact Dr Amanda Mackenzie (Head of Department), prsam@bath.ac.uk or Dr Zoë Burke (Director of Teaching), bsszdb@bath.ac.uk . However, please ensure your application is submitted via the University website.

Alongside completion of the online application form, you should also upload a full Curriculum Vitae.

We consider ourselves to be a university where difference is celebrated, respected and encouraged. We have an excellent international reputation with staff from over 60 different nations and have made a positive commitment towards gender equity and intersectionality receiving a Silver Athena SWAN award. We truly believe that diversity of experience, perspectives, and backgrounds will lead to a better environment for our employees and students and encourage applications from all genders, backgrounds, and communities, particularly from under-represented groups, and value the positive impact that will have on the university. We are committed to maintaining a safe and secure environment for our students, staff, and community by reinforcing our Safer Recruitment commitment.

We're very proud to be a signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant. an accredited Disability Confident Leader; autism friendly university, committed to building disability confidence and supporting disabled staff. 

What we can offer you

We're continually expanding our benefits package to better support you and enhance your experience with us and the below is just an example of some of the many great benefits we offer:

• Free counselling services through Health Assured
• Cycle to work scheme
• Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme
• Staff discount at Team Bath gym
• Staff discounts on postgraduate tuition fees
• Staff discount on language courses
• Generous employer contributory pension schemes
• Generous annual leave allowance with an additional 5 discretionary days so that you can enjoy a positive work life balance
• A wide range of personal and professional development opportunities including Apprenticeships, LinkedIn Learning and more
• Free entry to the Holburne Museum in Bath
• Local discounts and more
• A family-friendly workplace 
• An excellent reward package that recognises the talents of our diverse workforce
• Relocation allowance
• Visa reimbursement and Interest-Free Loan to help with the cost of some immigration expenses

Find out more about our benefits and watch the video to hear from our staff about what makes the University of Bath a great place to work as well as following us X and LinkedIn.

 

Closing Date: 20 May 2026

Department: Education & Research

Salary: £47,389 to £56,535

In our 60th anniversary year, we are looking ahead at the framework and actions we need to enable the University of Bath to thrive in its next chapter. We are working on our Strategy 2036, due to be launched this October, to set the high-level direction for the University over the next ten years. Our strategic priorities will support our University to harness its strengths, explore new horizons and have an even greater positive impact.

The Pro Vice-Chancellor (Education) will play a pivotal role in this new chapter as a key member of the University senior team. They will be responsible for developing and delivering a clear and innovative strategy for education and leading the refresh of the curriculum as required to ensure that Bath's offer and approach remain relevant and market-led. Individuals who bring senior-level education leadership, expertise in setting the strategic direction and overseeing delivery in digital and blended provision, and a track record in developing online initiatives, along with an inspirational leadership style and ability to engage, influence and work effectively with a range of internal and external stakeholders, are encouraged to apply. 

Completed applications should be uploaded at https://PLusPortal.PerrettLaver.com quoting reference 8332.

The closing date for applications is 11:59pm (BST) on Tuesday 26^th May 2026.

For informal inquiries, please contact Research Associate Thomas Cameron at Perrett Laver via email at Thomas.Cameron@perrettlaver.com.  

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Closing Date: 26 May 2026

Department: Education & Research

An exciting opportunity is available for a research assistant to join a collaborative project investigating the molecular mechanisms of temperature sensing in ion channels, with a focus on the TRPM8 channel.

The position is part of a Human Frontier Science Program award: “Understanding the molecular basis of animal cold thermosensation” 

The project aims to understand how thermosensitive ion channels detect and respond to cold temperatures across species adapted to very different thermal environments. In particular, we investigate how evolutionary changes in ion channel proteins may influence their temperature-dependent behaviour, including comparisons between extinct species such as the woolly mammoth and their closest living relatives, such as the Asian elephant.

The research uses molecular dynamics (MD) simulations of ion channels, together with analysis and interpretation of simulation data, to investigate how thermosensitive ion channels respond to temperature changes across different species.

The project is a collaboration with leading experimental researchers in structural biology, electrophysiology, and evolutionary biology.

About you

• Hold (or be close to completing) a degree in a relevant discipline such as Chemistry, Physics, Biological Sciences, Engineering, or a related field.
• Have experience with programming, preferably in Python, and an interest in developing computational skills further.
• Be comfortable working with data analysis and scientific computing.
• Have some familiarity with computational or quantitative approaches applied to physical or biological systems (e.g. modelling, simulations, or data-driven research).
• Be willing to learn and apply computational methods to problems in biophysics, particularly related to membrane proteins.
• Have good problem-solving skills and the ability to work both independently and as part of a research team.
• Be willing to undertake occasional travel (typically once or twice per year) to attend consortium meetings with project partners.

Desirable (but not essential)

• Experience with molecular simulations, modelling, or related computational techniques.
• Familiarity with Unix/Linux environments or high-performance computing.
• Exposure to relevant software tools (e.g. molecular dynamics packages or data analysis libraries).

Further information

As a member of Research Staff at the University of Bath, you will be encouraged to take up a minimum of 10 days professional development pro rata per year.

This is a full time fixed term role (36.5 hours per week for 12 months) with an expected start date of October 2026.

For an informal discussion regarding the role please contact Professor Carmen Domene at mcdn20@bath.ac.uk.

We consider ourselves to be a university where difference is celebrated, respected and encouraged. We have an excellent international reputation with staff from over 60 different nations and have made a positive commitment towards gender equity and intersectionality receiving a Silver Athena SWAN award. We truly believe that diversity of experience, perspectives, and backgrounds will lead to a better environment for our employees and students and encourage applications from all genders, backgrounds, and communities, particularly from under-represented groups, and value the positive impact that will have on the university. We are committed to maintaining a safe and secure environment for our students, staff, and community by reinforcing our Safer Recruitment commitment.

We're very proud to be a signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant. an accredited Disability Confident Leader; autism friendly university, committed to building disability confidence and supporting disabled staff.

What we can offer you

We're continually expanding our benefits package to better support you and enhance your experience with us and the below is just an example of some of the many great benefits we offer:

• Free counselling services through Health Assured
• Cycle to work scheme
• Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme
• Staff discount at Team Bath gym
• Staff discounts on postgraduate tuition fees
• Staff discount on language courses
• Generous employer contributory pension schemes
• Generous annual leave allowance with an additional 5 discretionary days so that you can enjoy a positive work life balance
• A wide range of personal and professional development opportunities including Apprenticeships, LinkedIn Learning and more
• Free entry to the Holburne Museum in Bath
• Local discounts and more
• A family-friendly workplace
• An excellent reward package that recognises the talents of our diverse workforce
• Relocation allowance
• Visa reimbursement and Interest-Free Loan to help with the cost of some immigration expenses

Find out more about our benefits and watch the video to hear from our staff about what makes the University of Bath a great place to work as well as following us X and LinkedIn.

Closing Date: 15 May 2026

Department: Education & Research

Salary: £31,236 to £37,694

The Department of Physics at the University of Bath is seeking to appoint a Reader (Associate Professor)/Professor in Optical Fibres who will contribute to and expand the capabilities of the department in this research area and be a full member of the Department and of the Optical Fibres Group as well as the Centre for Photonics. We are looking to strengthen research into the design and fabrication of new kinds of hollow-core fibres, nonlinear properties of the fibres, as well as applications of hollow-core and photonic crystal fibres for emerging quantum technologies, quantum computing, novel light sources, and medical and bio-medical applications of novel fibres.

About the role

This role offers an ambitious and excellent candidate the chance to develop their career in a supportive and dynamic environment, making use of the excellent opportunities and facilities (including the fibre fabrication facility) at the University for this area of research.You will become a part of the vibrant community of researchers in optical fibres within the Department. Research within the group is often highly collaborative and involves use of shared facilities. 

The role is to establish your independent research activity, in the broader field of optical fibres in an area aligned with both University and funder priorities.

The role includes management/leadership and teaching responsibilities.

The salary for this position starts from £58,225 (Reader) and from £84,668 (Professor).

The University of Bath is a leading research-intensive University. In the recent REF2021 assessment, 96% of the Department’s submitted research activity was judged world-leading or internationally excellent in terms of originality, significance, and rigour. The Department consists of over 40 academic staff with over 80 postdoctoral researchers & PhD students, and graduates approximately 130 undergraduate students each year. Both the Department and the University are committed to providing a supportive and inclusive working environment. The Department aims to become both more diverse and more inclusive, candidates from underrepresented groups are particularly encouraged to apply.

Optical fibres research at the University dates from the mid-1990’s, with a dedicated fibre fabrication facility having been established in 1998. This facility is unique in the UK in being dedicated to microstructure and hollow-core optical fibres.

Over the years, the university’s research in this area has led directly to the development of several new industries and numerous companies. Our track record of innovative and successful research has led to many highly-cited papers and to highly-rated REF impact case studies.

Application information

In addition to the application form, please upload the following for the second shortlisting stage:

• your CV
• a statement describing proposed research activities and including comments on your fit to the department
• your plans regarding research funding (maximum two pages A4)
• a statement discussing your approach to undergraduate teaching (maximum one page A4)

Further information

For informal discussions about the role please contact: Jonathan Knight pysjck@bath.ac.uk; William Wadsworth pyswjw@bath.ac.uk; Kristina Rusimova <krr22@bath.ac.uk>

This role is offered on a full time basis (36.5 hours per week) with an expected start date in Autumn 2026.

We consider ourselves to be a university where difference is celebrated, respected and encouraged. We have an excellent international reputation with staff from over 60 different nations and have made a positive commitment towards gender equity and intersectionality receiving a Silver Athena SWAN award. We truly believe that diversity of experience, perspectives, and backgrounds will lead to a better environment for our employees and students and encourage applications from all genders, backgrounds, and communities, particularly from under-represented groups, and value the positive impact that will have on the university. We are committed to maintaining a safe and secure environment for our students, staff, and community by reinforcing our Safer Recruitment commitment.

We're very proud to be a signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant. an accredited Disability Confident Leader; autism friendly university, committed to building disability confidence and supporting disabled staff. 

What we can offer you

We're continually expanding our benefits package to better support you and enhance your experience with us and the below is just an example of some of the many great benefits we offer:

• Free counselling services through Health Assured
• Cycle to work scheme
• Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme
• Staff discount at Team Bath gym
• Staff discounts on postgraduate tuition fees
• Staff discount on language courses
• Generous employer contributory pension schemes
• Generous annual leave allowance with an additional 5 discretionary days so that you can enjoy a positive work life balance
• A wide range of personal and professional development opportunities including Apprenticeships, LinkedIn Learning and more
• Free entry to the Holburne Museum in Bath
• Local discounts and more
• A family-friendly workplace 
• An excellent reward package that recognises the talents of our diverse workforce
• Relocation allowance
• Visa reimbursement and Interest-Free Loan to help with the cost of some immigration expenses

Find out more about our benefits and watch the video to hear from our staff about what makes the University of Bath a great place to work as well as following us X and LinkedIn.

 

Closing Date: 22 May 2026

Department: Education & Research

This project will develop new machine learning techniques to enable efficient production of bespoke products, such as medicines in a high-volume, high-variation manufacturing setting. It will focus on the problem of sequential decision making, with an emphasis on approaches that could eventually be deployed into real scenarios to improve industrial processes. Relevant areas of research include reinforcement learning and probabilistic machine learning. This post is funded by EPSRC as part of the project "Transforming the future use of injectable medicines: Increasing capacity in the NHS". 

About you

Candidates will be expected to design and develop novel machine learning techniques that are robust and applicable to real industrial scenarios. This project has substantial flexibility in how it can be approached and an ideal candidate would demonstrate creative problem solving and independent working with a proactive approach to research.

The Research Associate will work closely with project investigators Professor Özgür Şimşek and Dr Tom SF Haines. They will be part of the Centre for Artificial Intelligence at the University of Bath, as well as the Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning Research Group within the Department of Computer Science. 

Further information

This post is a full time, fixed term contract for two years, with a potential extension to three years. There is associated funding for conference attendance. The start date is flexible. 

For an informal discussion regarding the role please contact Özgür Şimşek at os435@bath.ac.uk or Tom Haines at tsfh20@bath.ac.uk.

Please submit a CV and optionally a research statement (up to two pages) and writing samples with your application. Interviews will be conducted in two stages. Following a successful online interview, candidates will be invited to visit the University of Bath campus. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Initial shortlisting will take place on 30 April, with first-round online interviews tentatively scheduled for the week of 11 May.

As a member of Research Staff at the University of Bath, you will be encouraged to take up a minimum of 10 days professional development pro rata per year.

A lower grade offer may be made (Grade 6) with comparable reduction in responsibilities and amendment in job title to Research Assistant, if a suitable applicant cannot be found to fill the Grade 7 position. Applicants will need to be within six months of their course completion date and will be promoted to Research Associate once their PhD has been awarded. 

The University of Bath is based on an attractive, single-site campus that facilitates interdisciplinary research. It is located on the edge of the World Heritage City of Bath and offers the lifestyle advantages of working and living in one of the most beautiful areas in the United Kingdom.

We consider ourselves to be a university where difference is celebrated, respected and encouraged. We have an excellent international reputation with staff from over 60 different nations and have made a positive commitment towards gender equity and intersectionality receiving a Silver Athena SWAN award. We truly believe that diversity of experience, perspectives, and backgrounds will lead to a better environment for our employees and students and encourage applications from all genders, backgrounds, and communities, particularly from under-represented groups, and value the positive impact that will have on the university. We are committed to maintaining a safe and secure environment for our students, staff, and community by reinforcing our Safer Recruitment commitment.

We're very proud to be a signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant. an accredited Disability Confident Leader; autism friendly university, committed to building disability confidence and supporting disabled staff. 

What we can offer you

We're continually expanding our benefits package to better support you and enhance your experience with us and the below is just an example of some of the many great benefits we offer:

• Free counselling services through Health Assured
• Cycle to work scheme
• Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme
• Staff discount at Team Bath gym
• Staff discounts on postgraduate tuition fees
• Staff discount on language courses
• Generous employer contributory pension schemes
• Generous annual leave allowance with an additional 5 discretionary days so that you can enjoy a positive work life balance
• A wide range of personal and professional development opportunities including Apprenticeships, LinkedIn Learning and more
• Free entry to the Holburne Museum in Bath
• Local discounts and more
• A family-friendly workplace 
• An excellent reward package that recognises the talents of our diverse workforce
• Relocation allowance
• Visa reimbursement and Interest-Free Loan to help with the cost of some immigration expenses

Find out more about our benefits and watch the video to hear from our staff about what makes the University of Bath a great place to work as well as following us X and LinkedIn.

Closing Date: 02 Apr 2026

Department: Education & Research

Salary: £38,784 to £46,049

The Departments of Life Sciences and Chemistry invite applications for a Prize Fellowship in Drug Discovery, an exceptional opportunity for an emerging research leader to develop an independent, internationally recognised programme at the interface of chemistry and biology.  The position will be run as a joint appointment across the two departments. 

This prestigious Fellowship is aligned with the new Centre for Drug Discovery (CDD), a cross-faculty initiative bringing together chemists, biologists, data scientists and engineers to accelerate drug discovery through innovation in synthesis, screening, computation and translation. CDD will focus on emerging modalities and enabling technologies from cyclic small molecules, peptides, antibodies and macrocycles that explore new 3D chemical space, to AI-guided synthesis, flow automation and direct-to-biology screening. By coupling Bath’s strengths in synthetic chemistry, chemical and structural biology, and advanced delivery science, the Centre will provide a distinctive environment for developing next-generation molecular tools and therapeutic leads.

We seek a creative and collaborative scientist tackling fundamental challenges in contemporary drug discovery, ideally with a strong grounding in chemistry and an interest in applying molecular or computational technologies to biological problems.

While we encourage applications from a range of backgrounds, we particularly welcome candidates whose research aligns with one or more of the following areas: 

•    Medicinal chemistry for emerging modalities such as peptides, molecular glues, PROTACs, ADCs or covalent inhibitors

•    Innovative screening approaches, e.g. DNA-encoded libraries, affinity-selection mass spectrometry, chemoproteomics or AI/ML-driven virtual screening. 

•    Computational drug discovery including molecular design, macrocycle conformations, docking, or predictive models for permeability and pharmacokinetics. 

About the Prize Fellowship

The Bath Prize Fellowship offers three years of protected research time and the opportunity for a permanent academic appointment, subject to performance. Fellows will have access to state-of-the-art laboratories for automation, high-throughput synthesis, compound screening and advanced computation, and will join a vibrant cross-faculty community engaging with industry, the regional GW4 innovation network and opportunity to benefit from the South-West Life Science network.

About Drug Discovery at Bath

Drug discovery at Bath is driven by close integration between Life Sciences and Chemistry, uniting expertise in peptide design, synthetic chemistry, chemoproteomics and computational modelling. Core strengths include chemical and structural biology, pharmacology and antibiotic discovery, with projects spanning early-stage molecular design through to pre-clinical mechanism-of-action studies.

Life Sciences provides cutting-edge laboratories for molecular and cellular biology, microbiology and pharmaceutical sciences, including tissue-culture suites, automated liquid handling and a zebrafish facility for in vivo pharmacology. Chemistry complements this with world-class infrastructure for automated and flow synthesis, compound characterisation (MS, NMR, DReaM Facility) and access to Bath’s High-Performance Computing and AI/ML platforms for virtual screening and molecular design. Both departments have a strong track record in innovation with a number of spin out companies. 

Together, these resources offer an exceptional environment for innovative researchers to develop and test new approaches to molecular discovery.

Informal enquiries & application

For informal enquiries, please contact Dr Scott Lovell, Life Sciences (sdl35@bath.ac.uk) or Dr Alex Cresswell, Chemistry (ajc202@bath.ac.uk), co-leads of the Bath Centre for Drug Discovery. Please ensure applications are submitted via the University’s online system. Alongside the online form, please upload a full CV. 

We are committed to providing a supportive and inclusive working environment for all staff, including mentorship and flexible working arrangements. The Departments of Life Science, Chemistry and the University currently hold Athena SWAN Silver awards, and we are working to further improve equality, diversity and inclusion for the benefit of all staff. If you would like to discuss any issues or other aspects of the working environment with a member of staff who is not involved in the recruitment process, please contact Prof Stephen Husbands, Director of Research in the Department of Life Sciences (prssmah@bath.ac.uk).

We're continually expanding our benefits package to better support you and enhance your experience with us and the below is just an example of some of the many great benefits we offer:

• Free counselling services through Health Assured
• Cycle to work scheme
• Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme
• Staff discount at Team Bath gym
• Staff discounts on postgraduate tuition fees
• Staff discount on language courses
• Generous employer contributory pension schemes
• Generous annual leave allowance with an additional 5 discretionary days so that you can enjoy a positive work life balance
• A wide range of personal and professional development opportunities including Apprenticeships, LinkedIn Learning and more
• Free entry to the Holburne Museum in Bath
• Local discounts and more
• A family-friendly workplace 
• An excellent reward package that recognises the talents of our diverse workforce
• Relocation allowance
• Visa reimbursement and Interest-Free Loan to help with the cost of some immigration expenses

Find out more about our benefits and watch the video to hear from our staff about what makes the University of Bath a great place to work as well as following us X and LinkedIn.

Closing Date: 17 May 2026

Department: Education & Research

Salary: £47,389 to £56,535

The Departments of Life Sciences and Chemistry are seeking an exceptional research leader to join us as Chair in Drug Discovery, a strategic joint appointment across the two departments that will help shape the future of therapeutic innovation at Bath and play a central role in the new Centre for Drug Discovery (CDD).

CDD is a major cross-faculty initiative bringing together chemists, biologists, data scientists and engineers to accelerate drug discovery through innovation in synthesis, screening, computation and translation. The Centre will focus on emerging modalities and enabling technologies from cyclic small molecules, peptides, antibodies and macrocycles exploring new 3D chemical space to AI-guided synthesis, flow automation and direct-to-biology screening. By integrating Bath’s strengths in synthetic chemistry, chemical and structural biology and advanced delivery science, the CDD will offer a distinctive environment for developing next-generation molecular tools and therapeutic leads.

About you

• Demonstrate inclusive leadership and a commitment to fostering a diverse research environment
• Have a strong track record of internationally recognised research in drug discovery
• Are passionate about collaboration across disciplines and sectors
• Can mentor and support researchers at all career stages including Bath Prize Fellows
• Engage with industry and innovation networks to translate discoveries into real-world impact.
• Can teach aspects of drug discovery in both lectures and laboratory classes and contribute to our PGT course on Drug Discovery (joint between the departments of Chemistry and Life Sciences), maintaining the University’s high standards in teaching and learning, and its inclusive and supportive learning environment.

While we encourage applications from a range of backgrounds, we particularly welcome candidates whose research aligns with one or more of the following areas: 

•    Medicinal chemistry for emerging modalities such as peptides, molecular glues, PROTACs, ADCs or covalent inhibitors

•    Innovative screening approaches, e.g. DNA-encoded libraries, affinity-selection mass spectrometry, chemoproteomics or AI/ML-driven virtual screening. 

•    Computational drug discovery including molecular design, macrocycle conformations, docking, or predictive models for permeability and pharmacokinetics. 

About Drug Discovery at Bath

Drug discovery at Bath is driven by close integration between the Departments of Life Sciences and Chemistry, uniting expertise in peptide design, synthetic chemistry, chemoproteomics and computational modelling. Core strengths include chemical and structural biology, pharmacology and antibiotic discovery, with projects spanning early-stage molecular design through to pre-clinical mechanism-of-action studies.

Life Sciences provides cutting-edge laboratories for molecular and cellular biology, microbiology and pharmaceutical sciences, including tissue-culture suites, automated liquid handling and a zebrafish facility for in vivo pharmacology. Chemistry complements this with world-class infrastructure for automated and flow synthesis, compound characterisation (MS, NMR, DReaM Facility) and access to Bath’s High-Performance Computing and AI/ML platforms for virtual screening and molecular design.

Both departments have a strong track record in innovation with a number of spin out companies. The new appointment will join a vibrant cross-faculty community engaging with industry, the regional GW4 innovation network and opportunity to benefit from the South-West Life Science network.

Together, these resources offer an exceptional environment for innovative researchers to develop and test new approaches to molecular discovery.

Informal enquiries & application

For informal enquiries, please contact Dr Amanda Mackenzie, Head of Life Sciences (prsam@bath.ac.uk) or Professor Matthew Jones, Head of Chemistry (mj205@bath.ac.uk). Please ensure applications are submitted via the University’s online system. Alongside the online form, upload a full CV.

This is a full time role (36.5 hours per week). Interviews for this position will take place on 22 and 23 June 2026 (a 2 day process).

We are committed to providing a supportive and inclusive working environment for all staff, including mentorship and flexible working arrangements. The Departments of Life Science, Chemistry and the University currently hold Athena SWAN Silver awards, and we are working to further improve equality, diversity and inclusion for the benefit of all staff. If you would like to discuss any issues or other aspects of the working environment with a member of staff who is not involved in the recruitment process, please contact Prof Stephen Husbands, Director of Research in the Department of Life Sciences (prssmah@bath.ac.uk).

What we can offer you

We're continually expanding our benefits package to better support you and enhance your experience with us and the below is just an example of some of the many great benefits we offer:

• Free counselling services through Health Assured
• Cycle to work scheme
• Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme
• Staff discount at Team Bath gym
• Staff discounts on postgraduate tuition fees
• Staff discount on language courses
• Generous employer contributory pension schemes
• Generous annual leave allowance with an additional 5 discretionary days so that you can enjoy a positive work life balance
• A wide range of personal and professional development opportunities including Apprenticeships, LinkedIn Learning and more
• Free entry to the Holburne Museum in Bath
• Local discounts and more
• A family-friendly workplace
• An excellent reward package that recognises the talents of our diverse workforce
• Relocation allowance
• Visa reimbursement and Interest-Free Loan to help with the cost of some immigration expenses

Find out more about our benefits and watch the video to hear from our staff about what makes the University of Bath a great place to work as well as following us X and LinkedIn.

Closing Date: 17 May 2026

Department: Education & Research

Salary: £75,182 to £138,905

As one of only 12 UK universities awarded funding under the UKRI Global Talent Fund, we're recruiting for ambitious Lecturers who are ready to take the next step in their academic journey combining research ambition with inspiring education in areas aligned with national industrial strategy areas. Whether your expertise lies in clean energy, digital technologies, life sciences, or professional and business services, you’ll have access to significant institutional investment, interdisciplinary collaboration, and a culture that values innovation and people. 

The Global Talent Fund represents the UK's commitment to attracting the world's best researchers. Combined with Bath's proven track record and strategic vision, this is your opportunity to establish yourself as a leader in your field, in a thriving, international community recognised for research excellence with impact, and outstanding student experience.

About the role

This role requires an exceptional academic who has a high potential for national/international research impact, within at least one of the priority areas of:

• Clean Energy Industries: Hydrogen and biogas fuels, energy networks, environmental economics, green finance, ethical supply chains, and behavioural change.
• Digital and Technologies: AI and machine learning, cybersecurity, spatial intelligence, robotics, human-computer interaction, and digital transformation.
• Life Sciences: Drug discovery, diagnostics, pain research, preventative healthcare, wearable biosensors, and public health surveillance.
• Professional and Business Services: Retail innovation, fintech, smart logistics, digital policy, and inclusive growth.

This is a research-intensive role, with the expectation of significant contributions to research excellence and innovation as well as contributing to teaching within your associated Department. Successful applicants will be required to relocate to the UK. Bath offers a reimbursement scheme to help towards relocation and visa costs.

What we’re looking for: 

• A developing track record of internationally excellent research achievement with a high potential for national/international impact.
• A clear and feasible research vision aligned to at least one of the priority areas of clean energy, digital and technologies, life sciences, or professional and business services.
• Potential to secure funding and build interdisciplinary collaborations.
• Potential to build links with external organisations, such as the commercial and public sector to drive the translation of research into innovation and to deliver real-world impact.
• Commitment to teaching and mentoring.

Why Bath?

We foster an inclusive and welcoming culture and want to ensure that every new team member feels at home from day one. Experience the best of both worlds at our compact and easy to get around campus overlooking the UNESCO World Heritage city of Bath. Surrounded by leafy green spaces that inspire focused research, you’ll also be part of a vibrant, welcoming community and just minutes from the city’s culture and energy. Here, world-leading research and collaboration thrive alongside a lifestyle that’s balanced, and rewarding.

As part of our inclusive community, you’ll enjoy flexible working, excellent benefits, and real opportunities to grow. Work with policymakers, industry partners, and global communities, shape new research directions, and develop the next generation of researchers, all while thriving in a truly inspiring environment.

• Freedom to shape your research agenda within our strategic priority areas
• An international peer mentoring scheme to support you settling into life at the University and in the UK
• Access to world-class facilities, technical support, and interdisciplinary networks
• Dedicated grant-development and partnership-building support
• Competitive salary with annual incremental progression and generous pension
• Tailored induction and mentoring for international researchers
• Ongoing career, leadership, and teaching development opportunities
• An inclusive and collegial culture that values diversity and global collaboration

Find out more about Bath

Equal opportunity

At Bath we recognise that diversity is our strength. Our differences in background, culture, and perspective enrich our learning environment and help us to tackle some of the most pressing challenges facing our society. We have an excellent international reputation with staff from over 60 different nations and have made a positive commitment towards gender equality and intersectionality receiving a Silver Athena SWAN award. 

We truly believe that diversity of experience, perspectives, and backgrounds will lead to a better environment for our employees and students, so we encourage applications from all genders, backgrounds, and communities, particularly from under-represented groups, and value the positive impact that will have on our teams. We are very proud to be an autism-friendly university and are an accredited Disability Confident Leader; committed to building disability confidence and supporting disabled staff. Be part of a community that values and celebrates diversity in all its forms.

How to apply

Click 'register your interest' and:

• Complete the online application form
• Upload your full CV (publications, funding, activities)
• Upload your completed research programme (download the template)
• Provide two referees

Application Timeline

Applications will remain open until all positions are filled. Recruitment will be conducted in rounds, with Round 1 closing for review in 7th December 2025, shortlisting in January 2026, and remote interviews scheduled for January / February 2026. Please note that applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and depending on the number and strength of applications received, some candidates may be invited to interview ahead of this timeline.

Full details of the recruitment process and indicative timeline can be found in the Candidate Information Pack, available to download at the bottom of this page.

Be part of our success story and shape the next chapter of global research with impact at Bath.

Closing Date: 14 Oct 2025

Department: Education & Research

Salary: £47,389 to £61,759 The salary range includes three discretionary points which are only applied for starting salaries in highly exceptional situations.
This opportunity is open to international applicants currently living and working outside the UK (for at least the past 24 months), in accordance with the funding requirements of the UK Government’s Global Talent Fund Scheme

Join us as a Senior Lecturer through our UKRI-backed Global Talent Fund recruitment, a strategic investment in  people conducting global research with impact. If you have an established international reputation and a vision for leading transformative research then join us and receive the resources, autonomy, and mentorship needed to grow your research portfolio, influence policy and practice, and shape Bath’s next generation of innovation leaders.

We are recruiting across the following four strategic areas:

• Clean Energy Industries: Hydrogen and biogas fuels, energy networks, environmental economics, green finance, ethical supply chains, and behavioural change.
• Digital and Technologies: AI and machine learning, cybersecurity, spatial intelligence, robotics, human-computer interaction, and digital transformation.
• Life Sciences: Drug discovery, diagnostics, pain research, preventative healthcare, wearable biosensors, and public health surveillance.
• Professional and Business Services: Retail innovation, fintech, smart logistics, digital policy, and inclusive growth.

This is a research-intensive role, with the expectation of significant contributions to research excellence and innovation as well as also contributing to teaching within your associated Department. Come and join our vibrant, interdisciplinary research community and contribute to our mission of delivering Research and Innovation with Impact!

What we’re looking for: 

• A developing track record of research achievement.
• A clear and feasible research vision aligned to at least one of the priority areas of clean energy, digital and technologies, life sciences, or professional and business services.
• Potential to secure funding and build interdisciplinary collaborations.
• Potential to build links with external organisations, such as the commercial and public sector to drive the translation of research into innovation and to deliver real-world impact.
• Commitment to teaching and mentoring.

Why Bath?

We foster an inclusive and welcoming culture and want to ensure that every new team member feels at home from day one. Experience the best of both worlds at our compact and easy to get around campus overlooking the UNESCO World Heritage city of Bath. Surrounded by leafy green spaces that inspire focused research, you’ll also be part of a vibrant, welcoming community and just minutes from the city’s culture and energy. Here, world-leading research and collaboration thrive alongside a lifestyle that’s balanced, and rewarding.

As part of our inclusive community, you’ll enjoy flexible working, excellent benefits, and real opportunities to grow. Work with policymakers, industry partners, and global communities, shape new research directions, and develop the next generation of researchers, all while thriving in a truly inspiring environment.

• Freedom to shape your research agenda within our strategic priority areas
• An international peer mentoring scheme to support you settling into life at the University and in the UK
• Access to world-class facilities, technical support, and interdisciplinary networks
• Dedicated grant-development and partnership-building support
• Competitive salary with annual incremental progression and generous pension
• Tailored induction and mentoring for international researchers
• Ongoing career, leadership, and teaching development opportunities
• An inclusive and collegial culture that values diversity and global collaboration

Find out more about Bath

Equal opportunity

At Bath, we recognise that diversity is our strength. Our differences in background, culture, and perspective enrich our learning environment and help us to tackle some of the most pressing challenges facing our society. We have an excellent international reputation with staff from over 60 different nations and have made a positive commitment towards gender equality and intersectionality receiving a Silver Athena SWAN award. We truly believe that diversity of experience, perspectives, and backgrounds will lead to a better environment for our employees and students, so we encourage applications from all genders, backgrounds, and communities, particularly from under-represented groups, and value the positive impact that will have on our teams. We are very proud to be an autism-friendly university and are an accredited Disability Confident Leader; committed to building disability confidence and supporting disabled staff. Be part of a community that values and celebrates diversity in all its forms

How to apply

Click 'register your interest' and:

• Complete the online application form
• Upload your full CV (publications, funding, activities)
• Upload your completed research programme (download the template)
• Provide two referees 

Application Timeline

Applications will remain open until all positions are filled. Recruitment will be conducted in rounds, with Round 1 closing for review in 7th December 2025, shortlisting in January 2026, and remote interviews scheduled for January / February 2026. Please note that applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and depending on the number and strength of applications received, some candidates may be invited to interview ahead of this timeline.

Full details of the recruitment process and indicative timeline can be found in the Candidate Information Pack, available to download at the bottom of this page.

Be part of our success story and shape the next chapter of global research with impact at Bath.

Closing Date: 14 Oct 2025

Department: Education & Research

Salary: £58,225 to £73,709 The salary range includes three discretionary points which are only applied for starting salaries in highly exceptional situations.
This opportunity is open to international applicants currently living and working outside the UK (for at least the past 24 months), in accordance with the funding requirements of the UK Government’s Global Talent Fund Scheme

As part of our pan-University Global Talent Fund initiative, we’re seeking internationally recognised academics with a track record of excellence and leadership. At Bath, you’ll have the freedom to expand your research vision, build cross-sector partnerships, and lead teams tackling major global challenges across clean energy, digital technologies, life sciences, and professional and business services. With exceptional institutional investment, a collaborative research culture, and world-class facilities, this is your opportunity to amplify your global influence from one of the UK’s most dynamic and forward-looking universities.

We are recruiting across the following four strategic areas:

• Clean Energy Industries: Hydrogen and biogas fuels, energy networks, environmental economics, green finance, ethical supply chains, and behavioural change.
• Digital and Technologies: AI and machine learning, cybersecurity, spatial intelligence, robotics, human-computer interaction, and digital transformation.
• Life Sciences: Drug discovery, diagnostics, pain research, preventative healthcare, wearable biosensors, and public health surveillance.
• Professional and Business Services: Retail innovation, fintech, smart logistics, digital policy, and inclusive growth.

This is a research-intensive role, with the expectation of significant contributions to research excellence and innovation as well as also contributing to teaching within your associated Department. 

What we’re looking for: 

• A sustained record of high-quality research and funding within at least one of the priority areas of digital and technologies, life sciences, or professional and business services.  
• Evidence of leadership in innovation and collaboration, and the capability to translate research to deliver real-world impact.   
• Strategic thinking and mentoring capability.
• Engagement with industry, policy, or global networks.

Why Bath?

We foster an inclusive and welcoming culture and want to ensure that every new team member feels at home from day one. Experience the best of both worlds at our compact and easy to get around campus overlooking the UNESCO World Heritage city of Bath. Surrounded by leafy green spaces that inspire focused research, you’ll also be part of a vibrant, welcoming community and just minutes from the city’s culture and energy. Here, world-leading research and collaboration thrive alongside a lifestyle that’s balanced, and rewarding.

As part of our inclusive community, you’ll enjoy flexible working, excellent benefits, and real opportunities to grow. Work with policymakers, industry partners, and global communities, shape new research directions, and develop the next generation of researchers, all while thriving in a truly inspiring environment.

• Freedom to shape your research agenda within our strategic priority areas
• An international peer mentoring scheme to support you settling into life at the University and in the UK
• Access to world-class facilities, technical support, and interdisciplinary networks
• Dedicated grant-development and partnership-building support
• Competitive salary with annual incremental progression and generous pension
• Tailored induction and mentoring for international researchers
• Ongoing career, leadership, and teaching development opportunities
• An inclusive and collegial culture that values diversity and global collaboration

Find out more about Bath

Equal opportunity

At Bath, we recognise that diversity is our strength. Our differences in background, culture, and perspective enrich our learning environment and help us to tackle some of the most pressing challenges facing our society. We have an excellent international reputation with staff from over 60 different nations and have made a positive commitment towards gender equality and intersectionality receiving a Silver Athena SWAN award. 

We truly believe that diversity of experience, perspectives, and backgrounds will lead to a better environment for our employees and students, so we encourage applications from all genders, backgrounds, and communities, particularly from under-represented groups, and value the positive impact that will have on our teams. We are very proud to be an autism-friendly university and are an accredited Disability Confident Leader; committed to building disability confidence and supporting disabled staff. Be part of a community that values and celebrates diversity in all its forms

How to apply

Click 'register your interest' and:

• Complete the online application form
• Upload your full CV (publications, funding, activities)
• Upload your completed research programme (download the template)
• Provide two referees 

Application Timeline

Applications will remain open until all positions are filled. Recruitment will be conducted in rounds, with Round 1 closing for review in 7th December 2025, shortlisting in January 2026, and remote interviews scheduled for January / February 2026. Please note that applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and depending on the number and strength of applications received, some candidates may be invited to interview ahead of this timeline.

Full details of the recruitment process and indicative timeline can be found in the Candidate Information Pack, available to download at the bottom of this page.

Be part of our success story and shape the next chapter of global research with impact at Bath.

Closing Date: 14 Oct 2025

Department: Education & Research

Salary: £58,225 to £73,709 The salary range includes three discretionary points which are only applied for starting salaries in highly exceptional situations.
This opportunity is open to international applicants currently living and working outside the UK (for at least the past 24 months), in accordance with the funding requirements of the UK Government’s Global Talent Fund Scheme

The University of Bath, one of only 12 UK institutions awarded UKRI’s Global Talent Fund is recruiting internationally leading Professors to help shape the future of research and innovation across four strategic priority areas.  We offer exceptional institutional support, from major investment in research infrastructure to relocation assistance and opportunities to build interdisciplinary teams. This is a chance to lead transformative research with global reach in an environment that values international excellence, collaboration, and impact.

About the role:

This is a research-intensive role, with the expectation of significant contributions to research excellence and innovation as well as contributing to teaching within your associated Department.

We are recruiting across four strategic areas:

• Clean Energy Industries: Hydrogen and biogas fuels, energy networks, environmental economics, green finance, ethical supply chains, and behavioural change.
• Digital and Technologies: AI and machine learning, cybersecurity, spatial intelligence, robotics, human-computer interaction, and digital transformation.
• Life Sciences: Drug discovery, diagnostics, pain research, preventative healthcare, wearable biosensors, and public health surveillance.
• Professional and Business Services: Retail innovation, fintech, smart logistics, digital policy, and inclusive growth.

What we’re looking for: 

• Internationally recognised research leadership within at least one of the priority areas.
• Proven ability to secure major funding.
• Proven track record of translating research into real-world impact.
• Strategic vision and capacity to lead large-scale initiatives.
• Commitment to mentoring and institutional development.

Successful applicants will be required to relocate to the UK. Bath offers a reimbursement scheme to help towards relocation and visa costs.

Why Bath?

We foster an inclusive and welcoming culture and want to ensure that every new team member feels at home from day one. Experience the best of both worlds at our compact and easy to get around campus overlooking the UNESCO World Heritage city of Bath. Surrounded by leafy green spaces that inspire focused research, you’ll also be part of a vibrant, welcoming community and just minutes from the city’s culture and energy. Here, world-leading research and collaboration thrive alongside a lifestyle that’s balanced, and rewarding.

As part of our inclusive community, you’ll enjoy flexible working, excellent benefits, and real opportunities to grow. Work with policymakers, industry partners, and global communities, shape new research directions, and develop the next generation of researchers, all while thriving in a truly inspiring environment.

• Freedom to shape your research agenda within our strategic priority areas
• An international peer mentoring scheme to support you settling into life at the University and in the UK
• Access to world-class facilities, technical support, and interdisciplinary networks
• Dedicated grant-development and partnership-building support
• Competitive salary with annual incremental progression and generous pension
• Tailored induction and mentoring for international researchers
• Ongoing career, leadership, and teaching development opportunities
• An inclusive and collegial culture that values diversity and global collaboration

Find out more about Bath

Equal opportunity

At Bath, we recognise that diversity is our strength. Our differences in background, culture, and perspective enrich our learning environment and help us to tackle some of the most pressing challenges facing our society. We have an excellent international reputation with staff from over 60 different nations and have made a positive commitment towards gender equality and intersectionality receiving a Silver Athena SWAN award. 

We truly believe that diversity of experience, perspectives, and backgrounds will lead to a better environment for our employees and students, so we encourage applications from all genders, backgrounds, and communities, particularly from under-represented groups, and value the positive impact that will have on our teams. We are very proud to be an autism-friendly university and are an accredited Disability Confident Leader; committed to building disability confidence and supporting disabled staff. Be part of a community that values and celebrates diversity in all its forms

How to apply

Click 'register your interest' and:

• Complete the online application form
• Upload your full CV (publications, funding, activities)
• Upload your completed research programme (download the template)
• Provide two referees 

Application Timeline

Applications will remain open until all positions are filled. Recruitment will be conducted in rounds, with Round 1 closing for review in 7th December 2025, shortlisting in January 2026, and remote interviews scheduled for January / February 2026. Please note that applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and depending on the number and strength of applications received, some candidates may be invited to interview ahead of this timeline.

Full details of the recruitment process and indicative timeline can be found in the Candidate Information Pack, available to download at the bottom of this page.

Be part of our success story and shape the next chapter of global research with impact at Bath.

Closing Date: 14 Oct 2025

Department: Education & Research

Salary: £75,182 to £138,905
This opportunity is open to international applicants currently living and working outside the UK (for at least the past 24 months), in accordance with the funding requirements of the UK Government’s Global Talent Fund Scheme

Are you an emerging international researcher with bold ideas to lead future innovation? Join us as a Prize Fellow, part of our ambitious, pan-University recruitment through the UKRI Global Talent Fund. We’re looking for outstanding early-career researchers ready to shape the future of impactful research across our four strategic areas. You’ll benefit from one-to-one mentoring, support with relocation and visa expenses, and integration into an international research ecosystem that supports creativity, collaboration, and impact. 

About the role:

As a Prize Fellow, you will:

• Develop and lead an independent research programme in one of the following four priority areas:
  • Clean Energy Industries: Hydrogen and biogas fuels, energy networks, environmental economics, green finance, ethical supply chains, and behavioural change.
  • Digital and Technologies: AI and machine learning, cybersecurity, spatial intelligence, robotics, human-computer interaction, and digital transformation.
  • Life Sciences: Drug discovery, diagnostics, pain research, preventative healthcare, wearable biosensors, and public health surveillance.
  • Professional and Business Services: Retail innovation, fintech, smart logistics, digital policy, and inclusive growth.
• Publish in top-quality venues and build your track record
• Secure external research grants with dedicated support
• Engage with our thriving doctoral community and collaborate across disciplines
• Have the opportunity to work within our world-leading departments, where 92% of our research is classified as world-leading or internationally excellent (REF2021)

What we’re looking for: 

• PhD (or near thesis submission) in relevant discipline.
• Evidence of research excellence and innovation potential.
• A clear vision for how your work aligns with at least one of the priority areas of digital and technologies, life sciences, or professional and business services.
• A commitment to collaboration and future talent development.

Why Bath?

We foster an inclusive and welcoming culture and want to ensure that every new team member feels at home from day one. Experience the best of both worlds at our compact and easy to get around campus overlooking the UNESCO World Heritage city of Bath. Surrounded by leafy green spaces that inspire focused research, you’ll also be part of a vibrant, welcoming community and just minutes from the city’s culture and energy. Here, world-leading research and collaboration thrive alongside a lifestyle that’s balanced, and rewarding.

As part of our inclusive community, you’ll enjoy flexible working, excellent benefits, and real opportunities to grow. Work with policymakers, industry partners, and global communities, shape new research directions, and develop the next generation of researchers, all while thriving in a truly inspiring environment.

• Freedom to shape your research agenda within our strategic priority areas
• An international peer mentoring scheme to support you settling into life at the University and in the UK
• Access to world-class facilities, technical support, and interdisciplinary networks
• Dedicated grant-development and partnership-building support
• Competitive salary with annual incremental progression and generous pension
• Tailored induction and mentoring for international researchers
• Ongoing career, leadership, and teaching development opportunities
• An inclusive and collegial culture that values diversity and global collaboration

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Equal opportunity

At Bath, we recognise that diversity is our strength. Our differences in background, culture, and perspective enrich our learning environment and help us to tackle some of the most pressing challenges facing our society. We have an excellent international reputation with staff from over 60 different nations and have made a positive commitment towards gender equality and intersectionality receiving a Silver Athena SWAN award. We truly believe that diversity of experience, perspectives, and backgrounds will lead to a better environment for our employees and students, so we encourage applications from all genders, backgrounds, and communities, particularly from under-represented groups, and value the positive impact that will have on our teams. We are very proud to be an autism-friendly university and are an accredited Disability Confident Leader; committed to building disability confidence and supporting disabled staff. Be part of a community that values and celebrates diversity in all its forms

How to apply

Click 'register your interest' and:

• Complete the online application form
• Upload your full CV (publications, funding, activities)
• Upload your completed research programme (download the template)
• Provide two referees 

Application Timeline

Applications for the Prize Fellows will remain open until the 7th December 2025. Shortlisting will take place in January 2026, with remote interviews scheduled for January / February 2026.

Please note that applications may be reviewed on a rolling basis, and depending on the number and strength of applications received, some candidates may be invited to interview ahead of this timeline.

This open call for Global Talent Prize Fellows will only be available for this initial round of recruitment. Please download the recruitment brochure for full details on the timescales for this and other recruitments. 

Be part of our success story and shape the next chapter of global research with impact at Bath.

Closing Date: 14 Oct 2025

Department: Education & Research

Salary: £47,389 to £56,535
This opportunity is open to international applicants currently living and working outside the UK (for at least the past 24 months), in accordance with the funding requirements of the UK Government’s Global Talent Fund Scheme