We have one simple promise – to make a positive impact. Through our ground-breaking research, teaching excellence and commitment to sustainable living, we are changing lives for the better.

The University of Derby is a modern university with a modern outlook. Everything we do is driven by delivering excellence and opportunities for our students, our staff and our region.

We have some of the best university facilities in the UK and achieve outstanding results for our teaching and research and have been awarded Gold in the prestigious Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) 2023 – making it one of the top universities in the country recognised for its outstanding student experience and student outcomes. 

Financially strong and seriously ambitious we offer our employees an inclusive culture that centres itself around staff wellbeing, where you can be confident you will receive all the help and encouragement you need to build a rewarding career with lots of opportunities to enhance your skills.

About the College/Department

Based in our state-of-the-art, £75 million Cavendish Building in the heart of Derby, Derby International Business School (DIBS) is not just educating future business leaders, we are shaping innovators, disruptors, and pioneers ready to thrive in a rapidly evolving world. As a globally connected, regionally grounded and impact-focused Business School, we are committed to empowering people and organisations through applied, industry-integrated business education that prepares graduates for the challenges and opportunities of the future.

Our diverse portfolio of undergraduate and postgraduate courses spans disciplines including accounting, business management, international business, economics and finance, marketing, operations, supply chain and logistics, event management, and tourism management. Each programme is carefully designed to combine academic excellence with practical relevance, equipping students with the knowledge, skills, professional behaviours and strategic mindset required to succeed in an increasingly complex global business environment.

We pride ourselves on our commitment to academic excellence, industry relevance and positive societal impact. Our curriculum is designed in partnership with leading organisations such as PwC, Rolls-Royce, and local enterprise hubs, ensuring our graduates develop the capabilities employers increasingly value, including critical thinking, problem solving, collaboration, adaptability and digital fluency. Through strong regional and national partnerships, students benefit from placements, networking opportunities, consultancy projects and real-world learning experiences that bridge the gap between theory and practice.

The Cavendish Building plays a central role in delivering this vision, providing a technology-enabled environment where students, staff and external partners collaborate to address real organisational challenges. As a living laboratory for business education, it supports the integration of learning, research, enterprise and engagement, creating opportunities for innovation, experimentation and impact.

Our programmes are accredited by leading professional bodies including CIMA, ACCA, CIM and CIPD, alongside internationally recognised organisations such as EFMD and PRME, reflecting our commitment to quality, credibility and continuous improvement in business education. We are ambitious for the future and are building on our strengths in applied learning, employer engagement, global partnerships and impactful research to create a distinctive Business School that contributes to better business, better society and a better future.

Accounting, Economics and Finance

The Accounting, Economics and Finance discipline at the University of Derby offers a rich and professionally grounded education designed to prepare students for impactful careers in business, finance and public service.

Courses are developed in collaboration with employers and professional bodies, ensuring students gain practical skills, theoretical knowledge and industry insight that reflect current and emerging market needs. Aligned with the wider Business School's commitment to applied learning, students are encouraged to develop critical thinking, professional identity and the ability to make informed decisions in complex business environments.

Our students benefit from hands-on learning experiences through access to cutting-edge facilities including our Financial Markets Lab, equipped with LSEG terminals and industry-standard software, alongside live consultancy projects with organisations such as Chatsworth House. Staff are actively engaged in shaping regional and global business practice, providing opportunities for field trips, employer engagement and international experiences, including participation in International Tax Week in Italy.

We’re proud to be ranked:

Business and Management

The discipline of Business and Management at the University of Derby is a vibrant hub of innovation, enterprise and global thinking. Rooted in applied, industry-integrated learning and shaped by close collaboration with employers, our programmes empower students to become agile, responsible leaders capable of navigating the complexities of modern business.

With a curriculum accredited by the Chartered Management Institute (CMI), cutting-edge facilities and strong links with employers such as Rolls-Royce, Toyota and Bloc Digital, we offer an inspiring environment where academic excellence meets practical impact. Students engage with authentic business challenges, developing the skills, confidence and adaptability required to succeed in a rapidly changing world. Our diverse community of staff and students is united by a shared commitment to shaping the future of business locally, nationally and globally.

Executive Education and Enterprise Development

The University of Derby’s Executive Education and Enterprise Development provision offers a dynamic and responsive portfolio of programmes designed to empower professionals, businesses and organisations to grow, adapt and innovate in an ever-changing world.

At the heart of this provision is a commitment to applied learning and partnership working. Programmes are built around real business challenges and strategic goals, helping individuals and organisations develop the capabilities needed to thrive. Our customers range from professionals seeking career advancement to organisations investing in workforce development, and we provide a range of services including:

Our aim is to deliver globally impactful, work-integrated learning solutions while remaining deeply connected to the needs of the East Midlands business community, creating lasting value for individuals, organisations and the wider region.

Marketing and Operations

At the University of Derby, our discipline of Marketing and Operations brings together creativity, innovation, strategic thinking and operational excellence to drive business impact.

Our marketing programmes are accredited by the Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM), and our curriculum is developed in partnership with industry to ensure students and staff remain at the forefront of emerging trends and professional practice. Reflecting the Business School's emphasis on industry-integrated learning, students engage with contemporary business challenges while developing the commercial awareness and practical expertise valued by employers.

From digital marketing and brand strategy to supply chain and logistics, our programmes combine creativity with analytical thinking, helping students understand both how organisations create value and how effective operations support sustainable business success.

Tourism and Hospitality

The Centre for Contemporary Hospitality and Tourism at the University of Derby is a vibrant, internationally recognised hub for education, research and innovation in the visitor economy. Bringing together the disciplines of hospitality, tourism and event management, the Centre provides a collaborative and forward-thinking environment where students and staff work together to address the evolving needs of global industries.

Recognised as an International Centre of Excellence in Tourism and Hospitality Education, the Centre is distinguished by the quality of its teaching, curriculum and student experience. Its approach reflects the wider Business School commitment to applied learning, industry engagement and positive impact, ensuring graduates are well prepared to contribute to a rapidly changing global sector.

The discipline is ranked internationally in the Top 50 QS Subject Rankings and consistently ranked among the Top 20 in the UK for:

Through strong industry connections, a global outlook and a commitment to innovation, the Centre continues to shape future professionals who can make meaningful contributions to businesses, communities and destinations worldwide.

About the Role

We are seeking an inspiring and ambitious academic leader to join Derby International Business School as Deputy Director.

Working closely with the Director and Senior Management Team, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and delivering the School's strategic ambitions. You will provide leadership across academic provision, research, enterprise, external engagement and business development, ensuring DIBS continues to deliver an outstanding experience for students and meaningful impact for employers, partners and communities.

You will lead and develop Heads of Discipline, Programme Leaders and academic teams, creating a culture of excellence, innovation and continuous improvement. You will drive the development of a future focused portfolio, ensuring our programmes respond to employer demand, emerging market opportunities and changing student expectations.

The role will have significant responsibility for supporting student recruitment growth, enhancing academic quality and performance, strengthening research and knowledge exchange activity, developing new income streams, and expanding collaborative partnerships both within the UK and internationally.

As Deputy Director, you will also deputise for the Director as required and act as an influential ambassador for DIBS across the University and with external stakeholders.

This is an exceptional opportunity for a strategic leader who is passionate about shaping the future of business education and delivering measurable impact through people, partnerships and performance.

About You

You will be an experienced and credible academic leader with a strong track record of delivering results within higher education.

Holding a doctorate in a relevant discipline, you will bring substantial leadership and management experience, alongside a deep understanding of academic quality, portfolio development, student outcomes, research and enterprise.

You will have proven success in leading high performing teams, driving organisational improvement and delivering strategic objectives through collaborative and inclusive leadership. Equally comfortable operating at strategic and operational levels, you will combine commercial awareness with academic credibility and an ability to build strong relationships across a diverse range of stakeholders.

We are looking for an individual who can demonstrate:

• Significant leadership experience within a higher education environment.
• A track record of developing and inspiring high performing academic teams.
• Success in delivering improvements in student outcomes, academic quality and organisational performance.
• Experience of leading strategic change and growth initiatives.
• Strong commercial awareness and the ability to identify and develop new opportunities.
• Experience of building productive partnerships with employers, professional bodies and external stakeholders.
• A sustained commitment to research, scholarship and academic excellence.
• Exceptional communication, influencing and relationship management skills.

Most importantly, you will share our ambition to create an innovative, inclusive and impactful Business School that prepares students to succeed in an increasingly complex and interconnected world.

Benefits

Key Contact

For further information and informal enquiries regarding the role, please contact Alexandra Charles, Director of Derby International Business School via A.Charles@derby.ac.uk

For enquiries regarding your application and for sponsorship eligibility, please contact the recruitment team via recruitment@derby.ac.uk

Important Information

This role is eligible for sponsorship by the University, however, your individual circumstances must meet the criteria set out by UKVI; this includes meeting the English Language requirement and earning a salary that meets the highest of either the going rate for the SOC code or the minimum salary threshold for the Skilled Worker route (£41,700 per annum, as of 22^nd July 2025).

If the role is eligible, but the offered salary is less that the going rate for the role, you may still be able to apply for a Skilled Worker visa if:

Please note that the University cannot confirm your eligibility for sponsorship until an offer is made and your individual circumstances have been considered.

For more information, visit our website.

The University of Derby is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our staff, students and children. At the University of Derby, safeguarding is everybody's concern.

Please find our Safeguarding pages including our Safeguarding Policy here.

Closing Date: 21 Oct 2026

Area: Senior Management

Salary: £71,346 to £89,183 per annum
(for exceptional performers, there is scope for further progression up to £102,560 per annum)

We have one simple promise – to make a positive impact. Through our ground-breaking research, teaching excellence and commitment to sustainable living, we are changing lives for the better.

The University of Derby is a modern university with a modern outlook. Everything we do is driven by delivering excellence and opportunities for our students, our staff and our region.

We have some of the best university facilities in the UK and achieve outstanding results for our teaching and research and have been awarded Gold in the prestigious Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) 2023 – making it one of the top universities in the country recognised for its outstanding student experience and student outcomes. 

Financially strong and seriously ambitious we offer our employees an inclusive culture that centres itself around staff wellbeing, where you can be confident you will receive all the help and encouragement you need to build a rewarding career with lots of opportunities to enhance your skills.

About the College/Department

The Registry supports the whole student journey, from initial enquiry and admission through to final award and beyond. We work as an integrated, student-focused service, using our expertise, insight and technology to deliver excellent services and support student success. Our teams work collaboratively across the University, fostering an inclusive, high-performing culture that promotes wellbeing, development and opportunity for all.

About the Admissions Team 

The Admissions team provides a vital service to enable the University to meet its student recruitment targets by delivering an excellent customer experience. The Admissions team remit covers UK and international students across the University’s undergraduate and postgraduate programmes.

About the Role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated and dedicated individual to join a brilliant department that plays a pivotal role in the success of the University and applicant engagement.

This role manages a portfolio of courses, ensuring that applications are processed accurately and expediently in line with the University’s admissions strategy and policies. You will need to plan and prioritise tasks, balance conflicting deadlines, manage high and unpredictable volumes during peak periods, to meet KPIs such as turnaround times, and ensure compliance requirements are met. You will need to be confident working across various digital systems/technologies to process applications and enquiries.

You will work as part of a team and work closely with key stakeholders to ensure a process of fair and compliant admissions to the University. You will be expected to work independently and take ownership of your portfolio of work. Whilst a defined set of courses will be allocated each year, usually on a rotational basis, you will be expected to work collaboratively across all portfolios as required.

You will be the Data Steward for all data within your portfolio of work, ensuring the processing and management of the data is in line with data security policies and established procedures. You will ensure that data is captured in a way it can be used to feed management reporting.

You will support the wider work of The Registry department, providing an excellent applicant experience. You will assist key University operational activities such as Clearing and confirmation, open days, outreach events, and enrolment.

You will be expected to undertake occasional evening and weekend work at specific times of the year, particularly in August and September.

This position is offered on a fixed-term basis to cover a period of maternity leave, with the contract for 12 months. There may be the potential for the contract to be extended beyond this date, however this cannot be guaranteed.

About You

We are looking for a customer-focused individual with excellent organisational and interpersonal skills who can use complex systems and has the ability to prioritise workloads. You will be working alongside a team of professional, proactive, and motivated people to ensure we deliver an excellent service to our applicants and stakeholders.

You will play a key role in supporting operational processes, managing workloads effectively through data, and delivering excellent customer service to both internal and external stakeholders.

This role requires someone who is detail-oriented, adaptable, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment where priorities may change. You will collaborate across teams, contribute to problem-solving initiatives, and help ensure processes run efficiently while maintaining high standards of accuracy and professionalism.

To be successful in this role; you will have strong communication skills, excellent digital literacy, and the ability to explain complex information clearly and diplomatically. You will demonstrate good judgement, strong organisational abilities, and a commitment to building effective working relationships across the organisation.

Benefits

Key Contact

For further information and informal enquiries regarding the role, please contact Jenni Kinsey, Admissions Officer via j.kinsey@derby.ac.uk 

For enquiries regarding your application and for sponsorship eligibility, please contact the recruitment team via recruitment@derby.ac.uk

Important Information

The University is unable to sponsor the employment of international workers under the Skilled Worker route for this role; however, applications are welcome from candidates who are able to demonstrate an alternative right to work in the UK.

Please visit our website for more information.

The University of Derby is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our staff, students and children. At the University of Derby, safeguarding is everybody's concern.

Please find our Safeguarding pages including our Safeguarding Policy here.

Closing Date: 18 Oct 2026

Area: Administrative Support

Salary: £30,577 to £32,455 per annum
(for exceptional performers, there is scope for further progression up to £37,323.25 per annum)

We have one simple promise – to make a positive impact. Through our ground-breaking research, teaching excellence and commitment to sustainable living, we are changing lives for the better.

The University of Derby is a modern university with a modern outlook. Everything we do is driven by delivering excellence and opportunities for our students, our staff and our region.

We have some of the best university facilities in the UK and achieve outstanding results for our teaching and research and have been awarded Gold in the prestigious Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) 2023 – making it one of the top universities in the country recognised for its outstanding student experience and student outcomes. 

Financially strong and seriously ambitious we offer our employees an inclusive culture that centres itself around staff wellbeing, where you can be confident you will receive all the help and encouragement you need to build a rewarding career with lots of opportunities to enhance your skills.

About the College/Department

At the heart of shaping future professionals and creative thinkers, the College of Health and Humanities brings together three dynamic and diverse schools:

School of Nursing and Midwifery 
Preparing the next generation of healthcare professionals through hands-on learning, expert teaching, and strong industry partnerships. Our courses are designed to meet the demands of real-world practice and improve the health and wellbeing of our communities.

The School is made up of a broad range of subjects, reflecting the diversity and complexity of modern health and social care settings:

• Adult Nursing
• Associate and Enhanced Healthcare Practice
• Midwifery, Children’s Nursing and Professional Practice
• Mental Health and Learning Disability Nursing

School of Health, Sport and Rehabilitation

From state-of-the-art clinical simulation suites and specialist sport facilities to valuable placement opportunities, the School of Health, Sport and Rehabilitation focuses on ensuring our student graduate ready for the challenges of modern healthcare, sport and rehabilitation. Our career-focused courses are designed with industry partners and delivered by experienced academics and practitioners.

Through an integrated approach to learning and professional development, our students are equipped with the knowledge, values, and skills to thrive in their chosen fields and make a lasting impact.

School of Humanities, Law and Creative Arts 
Celebrating creativity, critical thinking, and cultural exploration. This school nurtures writers, performers, thinkers and artists, offering opportunities to grow intellectually and creatively across subjects like English, History, Creative Writing, Fine Art, and Media.

Whether exploring the past, shaping future policy, telling powerful stories, or creating inspiring work, our students develop the skills and confidence to contribute meaningfully to society and the creative industries.

Together, the College of Health and Humanities delivers a rich, interdisciplinary environment where students gain the skills, experience, and inspiration to make a meaningful impact in society.

About the discipline

At the University of Derby, our discipline of Mental Health and Learning Disability Nursing is committed to developing compassionate, resilient, and skilled professionals who are ready to make a real difference in the lives of individuals and communities.

Rooted in the values of dignity, inclusion, and person-centred care, our programmes prepare students to support people with complex mental health needs and learning disabilities across a variety of settings. We focus on evidence-based practice, interdisciplinary learning, and service-user engagement, ensuring graduates are confident and capable in delivering safe, high-quality care.

With a strong emphasis on clinical placements, professional development, and emotional intelligence, this discipline nurtures future nurses who are advocates for change and champions of mental health and learning disability services.

About the Role

Our Professional Skills Instructor/Mentors will support the development of professional skills, practical technical, vocational, and associated learning for students and apprentices and, where necessary, support their individual learning needs and progress monitoring both in the workplace, on placement, at alternative venues, on College/University premises or online. This will include supporting teaching, learning, and assessment, and the provision of work and learning mentoring and coaching. Your role will be to work with our academic teams to support our students develop to their full potential.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting teaching, learning, and assessment
• Mentoring and coaching to enhance learning and growth
• Monitoring progress and addressing individual learning needs
• Maintaining accurate records of both formal and informal training activities

If you’re committed to helping learners succeed and thrive in their careers, we’d love to hear from you!

About You

We're looking for healthcare professionals who have an interest in education and supporting students to achieve highly. This role is suitable for anyone at any stage of their professional career for example early-career professionals or those considering a change from clinical work. We value all of your knowledge and skills, from whichever field of practice you are in.

We are seeking a healthcare professional with a relevant degree and current NMC registration as a Mental Health Nurse, who holds or is willing to work towards a teaching qualification and can demonstrate continued professional development in mentoring or coaching. We would also be able to consider candidates who are registered with the NMC as a Nursing Associate, provided your experience is within Mental Health.

You will bring experience from the health or care sectors, with the ability to engage learners and deliver high-quality outcomes through strong communication, organisation, and time-management skills.

You will be confident working both independently and as part of a team, committed to widening participation and supporting professional development, and flexible in working across multiple sites and with external partners.

Benefits

• Generous annual leave entitlement of 38 days inclusive of bank holidays and concessionary days (pro rata)
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Suite of holistic wellbeing benefits and support including family-friendly policies, generous sick pay provision and comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme
• Access to a variety of staff discounts at high street retailers
• Discounted onsite gym
• Cycle to Work scheme
• A flexible working environment
• A commitment to personal and professional development

Key Contact

For further information and informal enquiries regarding the role, please contact Victoria Sweetmore, Subject Lead for Mental Health and Learning Disability Nursing via v.sweetmore@derby.ac.uk.

For enquiries regarding your application and for sponsorship eligibility, please contact the recruitment team via recruitment@derby.ac.uk

Important Information

The University is unable to sponsor the employment of international workers under the Skilled Worker route for this role; however, applications are welcome from candidates who are able to demonstrate an alternative right to work in the UK.

Please visit our website for more information.

The University of Derby is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our staff, students and children. At the University of Derby, safeguarding is everybody's concern.

Please find our Safeguarding pages including our Safeguarding Policy.

Closing Date: 20 Oct 2026

Area: Technical Support

Salary: £32,942 to £36,977 per annum
(for exceptional performers, there is scope for further progression up to £42,523.55 per annum).

We have one simple promise – to make a positive impact. Through our ground-breaking research, teaching excellence and commitment to sustainable living, we are changing lives for the better.

The University of Derby is a modern university with a modern outlook. Everything we do is driven by delivering excellence and opportunities for our students, our staff and our region.

We have some of the best university facilities in the UK and achieve outstanding results for our teaching and research and have been awarded Gold in the prestigious Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) 2023 – making it one of the top universities in the country recognised for its outstanding student experience and student outcomes. 

Financially strong and seriously ambitious we offer our employees an inclusive culture that centres itself around staff wellbeing, where you can be confident you will receive all the help and encouragement you need to build a rewarding career with lots of opportunities to enhance your skills.

About the College/Department

Here at the University of Derby, the College of Science and Engineering is the home STEM, the skills that are essential to the UK’s Industrial Strategy. From digitisation to decarbonisation, we have an important role to play in shaping the future. And by researching or collaborating with us, you can too. 

The College brings together a powerful combination of scientific expertise, technological innovation, and creative practice. With disciplines spanning computing, AI, Data Science, engineering, environmental sciences, built environments and Psychology. We are uniquely positioned to solve real-world challenges through interdisciplinary collaboration. 

Our courses are designed with employability and future industry needs in mind, supported by cutting-edge facilities, strong employer partnerships, and a commitment to sustainability. Through applied research and hands-on learning, we equip students and staff to drive progress in areas that matter most; from smart technology to clean energy, advanced manufacturing to immersive design. 

School of Computing 

This is an exciting time in Computing, Artificial Intelligence and Data Science at the University of Derby. Building on recent Research Excellence Framework (REF) success, our school has ambitions to become leaders in these areas. In the last ten years, we’ve invested heavily in our facilities, including a £13m STEM centre. We aspire to be at the forefront of teaching and research around topics such as machine learning, artificial intelligence, the Internet of Things and complex networks. Our Data Science Research Centre will play a key role in this. 

Our engagement with global industries based in the Derby region, for example through our East Midlands Institute of Technology, helps ensure that our research and teaching are at the forefront of emerging industry needs and opportunities. Our links with companies in our region including Bloc Digital, Rolls-Royce and Alstom, also mean our students benefit from placement years and live briefs.  

About Saith Ltd 

At Saith, our people are central to everything we do. We are an independent engineering management consultancy delivering high-quality solutions across the energy and utility sectors. Our teams work collaboratively across project management, design, CDM, and technical assurance.

We support clients across the full project lifecycle, from early-stage studies and detailed design through to delivery and implementation. We value professionalism, accountability, collaboration, and technical excellence, and are committed to developing our people to deliver safe, practical, and commercially effective outcomes.

This role offers the opportunity to work within a highly collaborative engineering environment, contributing to practical, high-impact solutions within live infrastructure and engineering contexts, and supporting the scalable deployment of digital technologies across the sector.

About the Role

University of Derby’s College of Science and Engineering in partnership with Saith Ltd are offering an exciting career-development opportunity to manage and deliver a challenging strategic Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP) project. Based at Saith Ltd’s premises in Hampshire, you will be employed by the University as a KTP Associate but work under the terms and conditions of the company.

You will lead the design, development, and deployment of a practical, production-ready AI-enabled Digital Twin platform to support intelligent asset management within energy and utility infrastructure. You will work at the interface of research and industry, translating advanced AI, computer vision, and data-driven methods into scalable solutions deployed within live engineering environments.

You will take ownership of the end-to-end system lifecycle, integrating multi-source data including BIM, LiDAR, point cloud, and operational datasets to develop solutions for automated inspection, anomaly detection, predictive maintenance, and intelligent decision-support. Crucially, you will ensure that solutions are commercially viable, aligned with client requirements, and deliver measurable operational value.

Working closely with design, construction, and operational teams, you will contribute directly to live engineering projects, ensuring solutions are effectively integrated, validated, and deliver real-world impact. The role will also support the adoption of AI and Digital Twin technologies within Saith through training, knowledge transfer, and integration into operational workflows.

This is a unique opportunity for an ambitious candidate to contribute to the development of scalable digital solutions, supporting improved asset performance, operational efficiency, and data-driven decision-making across infrastructure and utility sectors. You will also have the opportunity to contribute to the long-term development of AI and Digital Twin capability within the organisation, supporting future growth and innovation.

Using your knowledge and skills to support the business and achieve specific project aims, you will receive on-going support by a Supervisor at Saith Ltd, an Academic Supervisor and Academic Lead from the University of Derby to help you deliver.  A personal training and development budget will also be available for you to access, as well as receiving access to the same training opportunities and facilities as University staff. 

This is an exciting career-development opportunity to deliver a high-impact project, working with academic experts and industry professionals, and gaining hands-on experience in deploying advanced AI solutions within a real-world engineering consultancy environment.

Anticipated interview date: Friday 30th October 2026

Knowledge Transfer Partnerships 

This full-time post is part-funded by the UK Government’s KTP programme. A KTP is a three-way project between a graduate, an organisation and a university. KTP is one of the UK’s largest graduate recruitment programmes and has been placing graduates on challenging, high profile projects for 50 years. In addition to a competitive salary and core KTP development training, you will have a dedicated budget of £4,000 further training and career development. To find out more about the scheme visit: ktp-uk.org/graduates

Please note by completing an application form for this role, you are giving your consent for us to share your personal data with the KTP partner.

About You

We’re looking for a talented and driven individual with experience delivering end-to-end AI and data-driven solutions in real-world operational environments, with a clear focus on achieving measurable impact. In this role, you’ll work on developing Digital Twin and simulation-based systems, leveraging multi-source data such as BIM, LiDAR, point cloud, and sensor data to support prediction, enhance decision-making, and improve operations.

You’ll bring strong experience in building and optimising scalable data pipelines using Python and SQL, managing the full data lifecycle from ingestion through to processing and validation. You’ll also have hands-on experience applying machine learning and computer vision techniques, such as detection, classification, segmentation, and anomaly detection, to solve complex, real-world challenges.

You will work both independently and as part of multidisciplinary teams, bringing a practical, solutions-focused mindset. Strong communication skills are essential, with the ability to clearly present complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Benefits

Whilst you will be employed by University of Derby, your terms and conditions will be that of Saith Ltd.

Key Contact

For further information and informal enquiries regarding the role, please contact Dr Oluwarotimi W. Samuel, Senior Lecturer in Computer Science via o.samuel@derby.ac.uk, or Dr Mojisola Grace Asogbon, Lecturer in Data Science via  m.asogbon@derby.ac.uk

For enquiries regarding your application and for sponsorship eligibility, please contact the recruitment team via recruitment@derby.ac.uk

Important Information

This role may be eligible for sponsorship by the University. 

The offered salary for this role is less than the going rate for the occupation and the minimum salary threshold for the Skilled Worker route (£41,700 per annum, as of 22^nd July 2025). Therefore you will only be eligible to apply for a Skilled Worker visa subject to your individual circumstances which must meet one of the following criteria set out by UKVI: 

You must also meet the English Language requirement.

Please note that the University will assess your individual eligibility for sponsorship at the shortlisting stage.

For more information, visit our website.

The University of Derby is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our staff, students and children. At the University of Derby, safeguarding is everybody's concern.

Please find our Safeguarding pages including our Safeguarding Policy here.

Closing Date: 19 Oct 2026

Area: Teaching and Research

Salary: £36,600 per annum

We have one simple promise – to make a positive impact. Through our ground-breaking research, teaching excellence and commitment to sustainable living, we are changing lives for the better.

The University of Derby is a modern university with a modern outlook. Everything we do is driven by delivering excellence and opportunities for our students, our staff and our region.

We have some of the best university facilities in the UK and achieve outstanding results for our teaching and research and have been awarded Gold in the prestigious Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) 2023 – making it one of the top universities in the country recognised for its outstanding student experience and student outcomes. 

Financially strong and seriously ambitious we offer our employees an inclusive culture that centres itself around staff wellbeing, where you can be confident you will receive all the help and encouragement you need to build a rewarding career with lots of opportunities to enhance your skills.

About the College/Department

Here at the University of Derby, the College of Science and Engineering is the home STEM, the skills that are essential to the UK’s Industrial Strategy. From digitisation to decarbonisation, we have an important role to play in shaping the future. And by researching or collaborating with us, you can too. 

The College brings together a powerful combination of scientific expertise, technological innovation, and creative practice. With disciplines spanning computing, AI, Data Science, engineering, environmental sciences, built environments and Psychology. We are uniquely positioned to solve real-world challenges through interdisciplinary collaboration. 

Our courses are designed with employability and future industry needs in mind, supported by cutting-edge facilities, strong employer partnerships, and a commitment to sustainability. Through applied research and hands-on learning, we equip students and staff to drive progress in areas that matter most; from smart technology to clean energy, advanced manufacturing to immersive design. 

School of Engineering and Built Environment 

The School of Engineering and Built Environment at the University of Derby is a dynamic and future-focused academic community that blends technical excellence with creative innovation. It offers a wide range of programmes across engineering, architecture, construction, and design, preparing students to tackle global challenges in sustainability, infrastructure, and the built environment. 

The School is home to research-active academics with backgrounds in engineering, architecture, interior design, and construction. Our staff bring real-world experience and academic rigour to the classroom, supporting students in developing both creative portfolios and technical competencies. 

The discipline area is located in the University’s STEM annex in Markeaton Street, where staff offices and lab facilities are co-located. Key investments in the last few years include dedicated intelligent instrumentation and smart sensor technologies, robotics, renewable energy, power engineering and advanced materials and manufacturing. The discipline area is actively engaged in knowledge exchange projects and has an active applied research agenda.  

About James Engineering Ltd 

James Engineering is a third-generation family engineering business, established over 75 years ago, specializing in structural steelwork, architectural metalwork and industrial chimney systems. The company delivers fully integrated engineering solutions through commercial, industrial, defence and energy infrastructure projects, achieving an annual turnover of £10 million. James Engineering is investing in advanced digital design to become a UK leader in chimney and exhaust-flue systems.

About the Role

University of Derby’s College of Science and Engineering in partnership with James Engineering Ltd are offering an exciting career-development opportunity to manage and deliver a challenging strategic Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP) project. Based at James Engineering Ltd’s premises in Alfreton, Derbyshire, you will be employed by the University as a KTP Associate but work under the terms and conditions of the company.

In this role, you will lead the development of James Engineering Modelling Design (JEMD), an innovative software platform that integrates Eurocode-compliant design, advanced numerical modelling, and AI/ML-driven optimisation to transform the design of industrial chimneys and inlet reinforcement systems for both traditional and emerging clean-energy sectors.

Working closely with academic experts from the University of Derby, engineers at James Engineering, and specialist software developers, you will develop and apply advanced Finite Element Method (FEM) and data-driven optimisation techniques to establish a simulation-led design capability for industrial chimney systems. You will also develop and validate new design methodologies and formulae for chimney inlet reinforcement systems, addressing an area where current Eurocode guidance is limited and contributing to potential future enhancements to BS EN 1993-3-2.

Using your knowledge and skills to support the business and achieve specific project aims, you will receive on-going support by a Supervisor at James Engineering Ltd, an Academic Supervisor and Academic Lead from the University of Derby to help you deliver.  A personal training and development budget will also be available for you to access, as well as receiving access to the same training opportunities and facilities as University staff. 

Anticipated interview date: w/c 26th October 2026

Knowledge Transfer Partnerships 

This full-time post is part-funded by the UK Government’s KTP programme. A KTP is a three-way project between a graduate, an organisation and a university. KTP is one of the UK’s largest graduate recruitment programmes and has been placing graduates on challenging, high profile projects for 50 years. In addition to a competitive salary and core KTP development training, you will have a dedicated budget of £3,500 further training and career development. To find out more about the scheme visit: ktp-uk.org/graduates 

Please note by completing an application form for this role, you are giving your consent for us to share your personal data with the KTP partner.

About You

We're looking for a talented, driven engineering graduate with an MSc (or equivalent qualification) in Structural, Mechanical, Civil Engineering or a related discipline, and demonstrable experience in structural analysis, design and Finite Element Method (FEM) modelling. You'll bring practical numerical simulation and coding experience in Python, MATLAB or an equivalent language, a working understanding of Eurocode-based structural design, and experience managing multi-stage technical workflows and delivering structured technical outputs such as reports and calculation records.

You'll have strong, evidence-based problem-solving ability and the confidence to communicate technical findings clearly to both academic and industrial audiences. A collaborative mindset, willingness to learn new software and standards quickly, and the initiative to lead elements of technical delivery across academic and industrial teams are essential.

Desirable experience includes optimisation techniques such as Design of Experiments (DOE), Response Surface Methodology (RSM), and Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning (AI/ML). Experience with Finite Element Method (FEM) and/or Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) software (e.g. ANSYS, Abaqus, MSC Software, or equivalent open-source tools), as well as knowledge of wind engineering and vortex-shedding analysis, would be advantageous. Previous experience of working with, or collaborating closely with, industrial partners or SMEs is also highly desirable.

Benefits

Whilst you will be employed by University of Derby, your terms and conditions will be that of James Engineering Ltd.

Key Contact

For further information and informal enquiries regarding the role, please contact Dr Van Bac Nguyen, Associate Professor of Structural Engineering, via VB.Nguyen@derby.ac.uk 

For enquiries regarding your application and for sponsorship eligibility, please contact the recruitment team via recruitment@derby.ac.uk

Important Information

This role may be eligible for sponsorship by the University. 

The offered salary for this role is less than the going rate for the occupation and the minimum salary threshold for the Skilled Worker route (£41,700 per annum, as of 22^nd July 2025). Therefore you will only be eligible to apply for a Skilled Worker visa subject to your individual circumstances which must meet one of the following criteria set out by UKVI: 

You must also meet the English Language requirement.

Please note that the University will assess your individual eligibility for sponsorship at the shortlisting stage.

For more information, visit our website.

The University of Derby is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our staff, students and children. At the University of Derby, safeguarding is everybody's concern.

Please find our Safeguarding pages including our Safeguarding Policy here.

Closing Date: 20 Oct 2026

Area: Teaching and Research

Salary: £36,000 to £40,000 per annum
(for exceptional performers, there is scope for further progression up to £42,000 per annum)

We have one simple promise – to make a positive impact. Through our ground-breaking research, teaching excellence and commitment to sustainable living, we are changing lives for the better.

The University of Derby is a modern university with a modern outlook. Everything we do is driven by delivering excellence and opportunities for our students, our staff and our region.

We have some of the best university facilities in the UK and achieve outstanding results for our teaching and research and have been awarded Gold in the prestigious Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) 2023 – making it one of the top universities in the country recognised for its outstanding student experience and student outcomes. 

Financially strong and seriously ambitious we offer our employees an inclusive culture that centres itself around staff wellbeing, where you can be confident you will receive all the help and encouragement you need to build a rewarding career with lots of opportunities to enhance your skills.

About the College/Department

Based in our state-of-the-art, £75 million Cavendish Building in the heart of Derby, Derby International Business School is not just educating future business leaders, we are shaping innovators, disruptors, and pioneers ready to thrive in a rapidly evolving world. As a globally connected, regionally grounded and impact-focused Business School, we are committed to empowering people and organisations through applied, industry-integrated business education that prepares graduates for the challenges and opportunities of the future. 

Our diverse portfolio of undergraduate and postgraduate courses spans disciplines including accounting, business management, international business, economics and finance, marketing, operations, supply chain and logistics, event management, and tourism management. Each programme is carefully designed to combine academic excellence with practical relevance, equipping students with the knowledge, skills, professional behaviours and strategic mindset required to succeed in an increasingly complex global business environment. 

We pride ourselves on our commitment to academic excellence, industry relevance and positive societal impact. Our curriculum is designed in partnership with leading organisations such as PwC, Rolls-Royce, and local enterprise hubs, ensuring our graduates develop the capabilities employers increasingly value, including critical thinking, problem solving, collaboration, adaptability and digital fluency. Through strong regional and national partnerships, students benefit from placements, networking opportunities, consultancy projects and real-world learning experiences that bridge the gap between theory and practice. 

The Cavendish Building plays a central role in delivering this vision, providing a technology-enabled environment where students, staff and external partners collaborate to address real organisational challenges. As a living laboratory for business education, it supports the integration of learning, research, enterprise and engagement, creating opportunities for innovation, experimentation and impact. 

Our programmes are accredited by leading professional bodies including CIMA, ACCA, CIM and CIPD, alongside internationally recognised organisations such as EFMD and PRME, reflecting our commitment to quality, credibility and continuous improvement in business education. We are ambitious for the future and are building on our strengths in applied learning, employer engagement, global partnerships and impactful research to create a distinctive Business School that contributes to better business, better society and a better future.

Tourism and Hospitality 

The Centre for Contemporary Hospitality and Tourism at the University of Derby is a vibrant, internationally recognised hub for education, research and innovation in the visitor economy. Bringing together the disciplines of hospitality, tourism and event management, the Centre provides a collaborative and forward-thinking environment where students and staff work together to address the evolving needs of global industries. 

Recognised as an International Centre of Excellence in Tourism and Hospitality Education, the Centre is distinguished by the quality of its teaching, curriculum and student experience. Its approach reflects the wider Business School commitment to applied learning, industry engagement and positive impact, ensuring graduates are well prepared to contribute to a rapidly changing global sector. 

The discipline is ranked internationally in the Top 50 QS Subject Rankings and consistently ranked among the Top 20 in the UK for: 

• Hospitality, Event Management and Tourism (Guardian University Guide 2025) 
• Teaching quality (Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025) 
• Student satisfaction (Complete University Guide 2026) 

Through strong industry connections, a global outlook and a commitment to innovation, the Centre continues to shape future professionals who can make meaningful contributions to businesses, communities and destinations worldwide. 

About the Role

We are seeking an inspiring and innovative academic leader to play a key role in shaping the future of our programmes. This position offers an exciting opportunity to lead curriculum development, drive educational innovation, and enhance the student experience through impactful teaching, leadership, and industry engagement.

Working collaboratively with international academic partners and industry stakeholders, you will contribute to the design and delivery of a forward-thinking curriculum that reflects global perspectives and evolving professional practice. You will provide programme and module leadership, ensuring academic excellence, high-quality student outcomes, and an engaging learning experience.

The successful candidate will be passionate about supporting students throughout their academic journey, acting as a Personal Academic Tutor, supervising undergraduate and postgraduate research projects, and overseeing industry consultancy and client-based initiatives that connect learning with real-world practice.

You will also play an important role in student recruitment and external engagement, helping to strengthen relationships with academic and industry partners while contributing to programme growth and reputation. Through collaboration, innovation and a commitment to continuous improvement, you will help develop a distinctive curriculum that enhances graduate employability, supports student success, and reinforces the institution's position as a globally connected and industry-focused provider of higher education.

Anticipated interview date: Wednesday 4th November 2026

About You

The ideal candidate will be a creative and student-focused academic with a strong background in the relevant subject discipline, evidenced by a good honours degree and specialist subject knowledge. The successful candidate will either hold Fellowship of Advance HE (HEA) or be willing to work towards this professional recognition. You will possess a PhD in a relevant subject area, be awaiting examination following submission, or demonstrate equivalent academic or professional achievement, with a commitment to achieving this qualification within an agreed timeframe if not already held.

You will bring valuable hospitality industry experience alongside experience of module leadership within a higher education setting. You will be able to build and maintain effective collaborative relationships with both academic colleagues and industry partners, contributing to an engaging, industry-informed learning environment and supporting the continued development of teaching, research, and external partnerships.

The successful candidate will demonstrate leadership, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to enhancing student success and graduate employability.

Benefits

Key Contact

For further information and informal enquiries regarding the role, please contact Isobel Stockdale, Subject Lead Tourism and Hospitality via i.stockdale@derby.ac.uk

For enquiries regarding your application and for sponsorship eligibility, please contact the recruitment team via recruitment@derby.ac.uk

Important Information

This role may be eligible for sponsorship by the University. 

The offered salary for this role is less than the going rate for the occupation and the minimum salary threshold for the Skilled Worker route (£41,700 per annum, as of 22^nd July 2025). Therefore you will only be eligible to apply for a Skilled Worker visa subject to your individual circumstances which must meet one of the following criteria set out by UKVI: 

You must also meet the English Language requirement.

Please note that the University will assess your individual eligibility for sponsorship at the shortlisting stage.

For more information, visit our website.

The University of Derby is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our staff, students and children. At the University of Derby, safeguarding is everybody's concern.

Please find our Safeguarding pages including our Safeguarding Policy here.

Closing Date: 19 Oct 2026

Area: Teaching and Research

Salary: £39,560 to £46,970 per annum

We have one simple promise – to make a positive impact. Through our ground-breaking research, teaching excellence and commitment to sustainable living, we are changing lives for the better.

The University of Derby is a modern university with a modern outlook. Everything we do is driven by delivering excellence and opportunities for our students, our staff and our region.

We have some of the best university facilities in the UK and achieve outstanding results for our teaching and research and have been awarded Gold in the prestigious Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) 2023 – making it one of the top universities in the country recognised for its outstanding student experience and student outcomes. 

Financially strong and seriously ambitious we offer our employees an inclusive culture that centres itself around staff wellbeing, where you can be confident you will receive all the help and encouragement you need to build a rewarding career with lots of opportunities to enhance your skills.

About the College/Department

At Derby Theatre, we are a charity and a National Portfolio organisation for Arts Council England, and we’re known for artistic excellence. We’re committed to education. And we believe that theatre can change your life. 

Previously Derby Playhouse, we have a long and important theatrical history. As Derby Theatre, we work in partnership with the University of Derby and are a home for higher education students. We produce new plays and projects, collaborate with artists and local people, and offer training for young people too, with opportunities for learners of all ages. It’s all about empowering people to tap into their potential and achieve.

About the Role

As Duty Manager, you will play a key role in delivering an exceptional customer experience across Derby Theatre. You will supervise Customer Service Assistants, oversee the smooth delivery of events and productions, and ensure the safety, security and accessibility of the venue and its visitors.

You will be a visible and welcoming presence, providing confident leadership, coordinating teams across the venue and responding effectively to customer feedback and complaints. You will also support the successful day-to-day operation of the theatre, including cash handling, reporting, risk management and venue presentation.

Working closely with café, bar, box office and front of house teams, you will help maximise secondary sales opportunities while ensuring high standards of service, communication and professionalism are maintained. This is a varied, hands-on role for someone who thrives in a busy customer-facing environment and enjoys supporting both people and operations.

Please note the working pattern for this role is 30 hours per week working 4 days over 7 with usual shifts being 16.30 – 23.30 / 9.00 – 16.30 / 8.00 - 15.30

However, we would welcome applications from candidates who wish to be considered for a job share. The role is required on a 30 hour per week basis therefore a job share could only be offered should a suitable arrangement be available with the days and/or hours of work to be agreed on appointment. Please indicate in your application your preference of days and/or hours you would be available to work.

About You

We’re looking for a confident and experienced supervisor who thrives in a busy, customer-focused environment and enjoys leading a team. You will have demonstrable experience in a supervisory or Duty Manager role, ideally within a theatre, arts, cultural or public venue, or be able to demonstrate strong supervisory experience in a similar setting.

You will have excellent customer service skills and the ability to lead by example, maintaining high standards while creating a positive and welcoming environment for both customers and colleagues. Confident communication is essential, with the ability to deliver clear, effective staff briefings and ensure key operational information, commercial priorities and income-generating initiatives are understood across the team.

Calm, organised and proactive, you will be comfortable making decisions on shift, responding to challenges and ensuring procedures are followed while delivering an exceptional experience for every visitor.

What should I expect if I am invited to an interview?

We aim to make the interviews as accessible and engaging as possible, and we want you to talk about yourself and your work experience in a relaxed and friendly setting. 

We believe an interview is a chance for you to find more information about the role, us as an organisation and for you to get a sense of whether this is the right environment for you. 

With this in mind, we have designed an interview process which will enable potential candidates to meet members of the team and partners, see some of the spaces you might be working in, and of course a chance to talk about you and your work experience. 

Benefits

Please refer to the job description for Derby Theatre benefits. Please note benefits from University of Derby do not apply.

Key Contact

For further information and informal enquiries regarding the role, please contact Ruth Brailsford, Front of House Manager via R.brailsford@derby.ac.uk 

For enquiries regarding your application and for sponsorship eligibility, please contact the recruitment team via recruitment@derby.ac.uk

Important Information

If you are successful, you will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

Any information you provide will be treated in confidence and only used when considering your suitability for the post.

To enable us to process your DBS check please ensure you are able to supply the documentation listed on the DBS website at interview stage.

The Theatre is unable to sponsor the employment of international workers under the Skilled Worker route for this role; however, applications are welcome from candidates who are able to demonstrate an alternative right to work in the UK.

The University of Derby is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our staff, students and children. At the University of Derby, safeguarding is everybody's concern.

Please find our Safeguarding pages including our Safeguarding Policy here.

Closing Date: 04 Oct 2026

Area: Operational Support

Salary: £27,232 to £30,258 per annum pro rata

We have one simple promise – to make a positive impact. Through our ground-breaking research, teaching excellence and commitment to sustainable living, we are changing lives for the better.

The University of Derby is a modern university with a modern outlook. Everything we do is driven by delivering excellence and opportunities for our students, our staff and our region.

We have some of the best university facilities in the UK and achieve outstanding results for our teaching and research and have been awarded Gold in the prestigious Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) 2023 – making it one of the top universities in the country recognised for its outstanding student experience and student outcomes. 

Financially strong and seriously ambitious we offer our employees an inclusive culture that centres itself around staff wellbeing, where you can be confident you will receive all the help and encouragement you need to build a rewarding career with lots of opportunities to enhance your skills.

About the College/Department

At the heart of shaping future professionals and creative thinkers, the College of Health and Humanities brings together three dynamic and diverse schools:

School of Nursing and Midwifery 
Preparing the next generation of healthcare professionals through hands-on learning, expert teaching, and strong industry partnerships. Our courses are designed to meet the demands of real-world practice and improve the health and wellbeing of our communities.

School of Health, Sport and Rehabilitation 

From state-of-the-art clinical simulation suites and specialist sport facilities to valuable placement opportunities, the School of Health, Sport and Rehabilitation focuses on ensuring our student graduate ready for the challenges of modern healthcare, sport and rehabilitation. Our career-focused courses are designed with industry partners and delivered by experienced academics and practitioners.

School of Humanities, Law and Creative Arts 
Celebrating creativity, critical thinking, and cultural exploration. This school nurtures writers, performers, thinkers and artists, offering opportunities to grow intellectually and creatively across subjects like English, History, Creative Writing, Fine Art, and Media.

The School brings together a wide range of subjects, including:

• Humanities
• Law
• Journalism and Media
• Policing, Criminology and Social Sciences
• Creative Arts

Whether exploring the past, shaping future policy, telling powerful stories, or creating inspiring work, our students develop the skills and confidence to contribute meaningfully to society and the creative industries.

Together, the College of Health and Humanities delivers a rich, interdisciplinary environment where students gain the skills, experience, and inspiration to make a meaningful impact in society.

About the Role

We're looking for an organised and proactive Technical Adviser to join our Technical Services team and play a key role in the day-to-day operation of our Loan Hub. This is an exciting opportunity to support teaching, learning, research and creative practice by ensuring specialist equipment is available, maintained and ready for use.

As Technical Adviser, you'll be responsible for managing the Loan Hub, providing an efficient equipment loan service and supporting students, staff and external partners with expert technical advice. From preparing cameras, lighting and audio equipment to maintaining accurate booking records and ensuring equipment is safe and ready for use, you'll help deliver a professional, reliable and customer-focused service.

Working independently within established procedures, you'll use your technical expertise and initiative to resolve routine issues while working closely with the wider Technical Services team to support practical teaching, workshops, research and knowledge exchange activities.

About You

This role would suit a technically minded individual who enjoys solving problems, delivering exceptional customer service, and working effectively in a fast-paced environment with competing priorities.

You will bring experience of working with professional media equipment and providing technical support in a customer-facing setting. You'll be comfortable carrying out routine equipment maintenance, identifying and resolving basic faults, and helping users get the most from the resources available to them. Strong organisational skills will enable you to effectively prioritise competing demands, while your communication and interpersonal skills will help you build positive relationships with colleagues, students and other stakeholders.

You'll also have good IT skills, including experience using Microsoft Office and equipment management systems, together with a sound understanding of health and safety requirements within technical environments.

It would be an advantage if you have experience working within a Higher or Further Education setting, as well as familiarity with equipment booking or asset management systems. A PAT Testing qualification, knowledge of Adobe Creative Cloud, and experience supervising student assistants or temporary staff would also be beneficial. However these experience and skills are desirable, not essential for the role.

Most importantly, you'll be proactive, customer-focused, and enthusiastic about supporting a high-quality technical service.

Benefits

Key Contact

For further information and informal enquiries regarding the role, please contact Jo Newton; Technical Team Leader via J.Newton@derby.ac.uk

For enquiries regarding your application and for sponsorship eligibility, please contact the recruitment team via recruitment@derby.ac.uk

Important Information

The University is unable to sponsor the employment of international workers under the Skilled Worker route for this role; however, applications are welcome from candidates who are able to demonstrate an alternative right to work in the UK.

Please visit our website for more information.

The University of Derby is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our staff, students and children. At the University of Derby, safeguarding is everybody's concern.

Please find our Safeguarding pages including our Safeguarding Policy here.

Closing Date: 18 Oct 2026

Area: Technical Support

Salary: £30,577 to £32,455 per annum
(for exceptional performers, there is scope for further progression up to £37,323.25 per annum)

We have one simple promise – to make a positive impact. Through our ground-breaking research, teaching excellence and commitment to sustainable living, we are changing lives for the better.

The University of Derby is a modern university with a modern outlook. Everything we do is driven by delivering excellence and opportunities for our students, our staff and our region.

We have some of the best university facilities in the UK and achieve outstanding results for our teaching and research and have been awarded Gold in the prestigious Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) 2023 – making it one of the top universities in the country recognised for its outstanding student experience and student outcomes. 

Financially strong and seriously ambitious we offer our employees an inclusive culture that centres itself around staff wellbeing, where you can be confident you will receive all the help and encouragement you need to build a rewarding career with lots of opportunities to enhance your skills.

About the College/Department

At the heart of shaping future professionals and creative thinkers, the College of Health and Humanities brings together three dynamic and diverse schools:

School of Nursing and Midwifery 
Preparing the next generation of healthcare professionals through hands-on learning, expert teaching, and strong industry partnerships. Our courses are designed to meet the demands of real-world practice and improve the health and wellbeing of our communities.

School of Health, Sport and Rehabilitation 

From state-of-the-art clinical simulation suites and specialist sport facilities to valuable placement opportunities, the School of Health, Sport and Rehabilitation focuses on ensuring our student graduate ready for the challenges of modern healthcare, sport and rehabilitation. Our career-focused courses are designed with industry partners and delivered by experienced academics and practitioners.

School of Humanities, Law and Creative Arts 
Celebrating creativity, critical thinking, and cultural exploration. This school nurtures writers, performers, thinkers and artists, offering opportunities to grow intellectually and creatively across subjects like English, History, Creative Writing, Fine Art, and Media.

The School brings together a wide range of subjects, including:

• Humanities
• Law
• Journalism and Media
• Policing, Criminology and Social Sciences
• Creative Arts

Whether exploring the past, shaping future policy, telling powerful stories, or creating inspiring work, our students develop the skills and confidence to contribute meaningfully to society and the creative industries.

Together, the College of Health and Humanities delivers a rich, interdisciplinary environment where students gain the skills, experience, and inspiration to make a meaningful impact in society.

About the Role

We are seeking a skilled and enthusiastic Fashion Technical Adviser to join our Technical Services team. This is an exciting opportunity to work alongside academic colleagues and students, providing expert technical support across our fashion programmes while helping to create an outstanding learning environment.

As Fashion Technical Adviser, you will play a key role in supporting teaching, learning and creative practice within our fashion workshops. Working closely with staff and students, you will provide specialist expertise in garment pattern cutting, construction and manufacturing, ensuring students develop practical skills using industry-standard techniques and equipment.

You will prepare workshops for teaching, demonstrate specialist equipment, maintain machinery and resources, advise on garment construction methods, and contribute to the safe and effective operation of our technical facilities. You’ll also support student projects, competition garments and wider School activities, working collaboratively within a dedicated technical team.

This post is offered on a part time (18.5 hours per week), 2 year fixed-term contract. 

About You

We are seeking a knowledgeable professional with practical industry or educational experience in garment construction, pattern cutting, and manufacturing processes. The successful candidate will have hands-on experience operating and maintaining industrial sewing machinery and pressing equipment, alongside a strong understanding of garment construction techniques, pattern drafting, fitting, finishing, and production methods.

You will be confident in fault-finding, developing, constructing, and producing high-quality garments for coursework and competition purposes. The role requires the ability to effectively demonstrate industry-standard equipment and garment construction techniques to both individual students and larger groups, supporting learning and skills development in a practical workshop environment. Therefore strong communication skills are essential.

A sound understanding of Health & Safety requirements within a workshop setting is essential, with the ability to promote safe working practices and support compliance across all activities. The ideal candidate will be passionate about sharing their expertise, inspiring learners, and maintaining professional standards in garment production and education.

Benefits

Key Contact

For further information and informal enquiries regarding the role, please contact Jo Newton, Technical Team Leader via j.newton@derby.ac.uk

For enquiries regarding your application and for sponsorship eligibility, please contact the recruitment team via recruitment@derby.ac.uk

Important Information

The University is unable to sponsor the employment of international workers under the Skilled Worker route for this role; however, applications are welcome from candidates who are able to demonstrate an alternative right to work in the UK.

Please visit our website for more information.

The University of Derby is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our staff, students and children. At the University of Derby, safeguarding is everybody's concern.

Please find our Safeguarding pages including our Safeguarding Policy here.

Closing Date: 12 Oct 2026

Area: Technical Support

Salary: £30,577 to £32,455 per annum pro rata
(for exceptional performers, there is scope for further progression up to £37,323.25 per annum, pro rata)

We have one simple promise – to make a positive impact. Through our ground-breaking research, teaching excellence and commitment to sustainable living, we are changing lives for the better.

The University of Derby is a modern university with a modern outlook. Everything we do is driven by delivering excellence and opportunities for our students, our staff and our region.

We have some of the best university facilities in the UK and achieve outstanding results for our teaching and research and have been awarded Gold in the prestigious Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) 2023 – making it one of the top universities in the country recognised for its outstanding student experience and student outcomes. 

Financially strong and seriously ambitious we offer our employees an inclusive culture that centres itself around staff wellbeing, where you can be confident you will receive all the help and encouragement you need to build a rewarding career with lots of opportunities to enhance your skills.

About the College/Department

Here at the University of Derby, the College of Science and Engineering is the home STEM, the skills that are essential to the UK’s Industrial Strategy. From digitisation to decarbonisation, we have an important role to play in shaping the future. And by researching or collaborating with us, you can too. 

The College brings together a powerful combination of scientific expertise, technological innovation, and creative practice. With disciplines spanning computing, AI, Data Science, engineering, environmental sciences, built environments and Psychology. We are uniquely positioned to solve real-world challenges through interdisciplinary collaboration. 

Our courses are designed with employability and future industry needs in mind, supported by cutting-edge facilities, strong employer partnerships, and a commitment to sustainability. Through applied research and hands-on learning, we equip students and staff to drive progress in areas that matter most; from smart technology to clean energy, advanced manufacturing to immersive design. 

School of Science

The School of Science brings together three key subject areas; Environmental Sciences, Biomedical and Forensic Science and Psychology. The School has strong links with key external agencies including the University Hospitals for Derby and Burton NHS Trust who support the Biomedical Sciences IBMS provision as well as research collaborations. The School also works with regional forensic science agencies including the police and private forensic science labs as well as numerous environmental agencies locally, nationally and internationally focusing on conservation, habitat management and environmental regeneration.

About the Role

The Psychology subject area is home to the University's Psychology and Counselling and Psychotherapy provision, delivered at both undergraduate and postgraduate level. As a TEF Gold institution, we are proud to contribute high quality programmes grounded in psychological and behavioural science with a significant focus on applied psychology and professional practice. We provide a large accredited provision across several Professional and Statutory Regulatory Bodies (including the BACP, BABCP, NCPS, BPS, HCPC and CIEHF). Our programmes provide undergraduate underpinnings and initial postgraduate training in humanistic counselling, integrative counselling and psychotherapy and cognitive behavioural psychotherapy, as we as training towards careers across the psychological professions. We further support student progression into careers across sectors such as marketing, business, management and leadership (and many more). In Psychology our provision is underpinned by excellent student support to achieve the best possible outcomes for our students and high quality progression opportunities into a range of careers. Our delivery is further underpinned by high quality scientific research and scholarly activity, with industry informed and based research at the forefront of curriculum developments to ensure programmes are meeting the needs of employers to foster the success of our graduates from across the subject.

We are excited to offer a permanent part time (0.5FTE) post to support the delivery of our growing BACP accredited provision in Integrative Counselling and Psychotherapy and wider counselling and psychotherapy programmes. As a Lecturer in Counselling and Psychotherapy you will contribute to the delivery of modules and wider activity that form part of the undergraduate and postgraduate portfolio across the Psychology subject area. Our provision is delivered mainly on campus although there may be some requirement for online delivery. Objectives of the post holder will be to contribute to the delivery of excellence in teaching across the portfolio, and to contribute to achievement of the highest outcomes for our students through excellent teaching and student support.

Psychology has an active research agenda and growing research profile. Our research portfolio in counselling and psychotherapy is growing; you will be expected to develop your research portfolio and engage with and/or support financially sustainable research and/or other appropriate academic and scholarly activity. There is support available for developing practice-based research which will further support your contribution to the development of industry integrated and research led curriculum. 

The role will include supporting our marketing events (e.g., open days) and outreach (e.g., school visits) which occasionally take place into evenings and at weekends. We do support hybrid working as business needs permit and in agreement with the Subject Lead.

Anticipated interview date: Friday 30th October 2026

About You

You will contribute to teaching across our excellent provision to enhance its quality and ensure an outstanding student experience.  There is an expectation of working collaboratively across the Psychology subject area and wider College and Institution to deliver curriculum, and to progress the research and scholarship agenda. As such, skills in communication and collaboration are vital. The successful candidate will benefit from support to pursue research in keeping with the University of Derby academic themes, and contribute to our high-quality research profile.

We would especially welcome applications from candidates with BACP accreditation and who are training in integrative counselling (attachment, person centred and CBT modalities). We welcome applications from candidates who are in the early stages of their academic career, as well as applicants with experience in higher education.

Benefits

Key Contact

For further information and informal enquiries regarding the role, please contact Amy Baraniak, Subject Lead for Psychology via a.baraniak@derby.ac.uk 

For enquiries regarding your application and for sponsorship eligibility, please contact the recruitment team via recruitment@derby.ac.uk

Important Information

The University is unable to sponsor the employment of international workers under the Skilled Worker route for this role; however, applications are welcome from candidates who are able to demonstrate an alternative right to work in the UK.

Please visit our website for more information.

The University of Derby is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our staff, students and children. At the University of Derby, safeguarding is everybody's concern.

Please find our Safeguarding pages including our Safeguarding Policy here.

Closing Date: 20 Oct 2026

Area: Teaching and Research

Salary: £39,560 to £46,970 per annum pro rata

We have one simple promise – to make a positive impact. Through our ground-breaking research, teaching excellence and commitment to sustainable living, we are changing lives for the better.

The University of Derby is a modern university with a modern outlook. Everything we do is driven by delivering excellence and opportunities for our students, our staff and our region.

We have some of the best university facilities in the UK and achieve outstanding results for our teaching and research and have been awarded Gold in the prestigious Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) 2023 – making it one of the top universities in the country recognised for its outstanding student experience and student outcomes. 

Financially strong and seriously ambitious we offer our employees an inclusive culture that centres itself around staff wellbeing, where you can be confident you will receive all the help and encouragement you need to build a rewarding career with lots of opportunities to enhance your skills.

About the College/Department

At the University of Derby, our Institute of Education and Skills is at the heart of shaping the educators, trainers, and leaders of tomorrow. We are dedicated to inspiring, developing, and empowering professionals across education, training, and lifelong learning to transform lives and communities.

We deliver high-quality programmes that span teacher training, post-16 education, early years, educational leadership, and workforce development. By combining academic expertise with real-world application, we prepare our students to make an impact in diverse educational settings.

Our staff are committed to innovation, inclusion, and excellence; engaging learners with cutting-edge research, sector-leading practice, and a supportive environment where everyone can thrive. We are proud to work with schools, colleges, training providers, and employers across the region and beyond, ensuring that our teaching is grounded in the needs of society and industry.

Whether through developing the next generation of teachers, enhancing workforce skills, or advancing educational research, the Institute of Education and Skills plays a pivotal role in shaping the future of education.

About the discipline

Secondary and Post-14 and FES Initial Teacher Training Education (ITTE) at the University of Derby equips future educators with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to thrive in diverse teaching environments. Our programmes are designed for those preparing to teach across secondary schools and Post-14 FES training settings, combining academic study with extensive placement opportunities. We have close partnerships with local, regional and national colleges that form part of our Delivery Partner family for the QTS programmes. 

Our international reach is growing through a substantial portfolio of programmes - both for ITT/E and for continuing professional development for qualified teachers, globally. We are very much one ITT/E team and so work across age phases is not uncommon, particularly for Assessment Only, L6 Teacher Apprenticeships and the PGCE (non-QTS).

Our home trainees on this programme, specialise in subject areas relevant to secondary education while also developing broader teaching skills that enable them to engage, inspire, and support learners in a wide variety of educational contexts beyond compulsory schooling.

We expect excellence in all we do and are currently graded as Ofsted 'outstanding' in every age phase of ITT/E. 

About the Role

The main purpose of this role is to support the programme leader for the Secondary PGCE with QTS (Provider-Led, School-Based) in the delivery, monitoring and evaluation of the programme across the academic year.

Working closely with all seven Delivery Partners, you will ensure that the high-quality enactment of our curriculum leads to positive outcomes for the pupils in those schools we serve. You will be central to the training and development of our beginning teachers as they move through the programme.

Robust monitoring and evaluation processes underpin our quality assurance practices, and so you will be instrumental in making sure that the programme delivery and trainee experience are consistently high. Highly effective relationships with our school-based partners are key to our success, and so strong interpersonal skills and knowledge of each setting are fundamental to the role.

This is a school-based programme and so a good amount of your teaching will also include working on the PGCE (non-QTS) programme with our SCITT partners. As such, secure levels of digital pedagogy are required.

Please note this is a part time role of 0.5FTE per week; exact working pattern to be discussed at interview.

About You

As a highly experienced, secondary qualified teacher and/or leader, you will bring a strong understanding of contemporary challenges faced by teachers, leaders and learners in schools. Using your excellent knowledge of the educational landscape alongside your understanding of the requirements of ITT/E, you will be proactive, professional and personable. You will have the ability to contribute to and lead within a dynamic and fast-paced working environment to ensure positive outcomes for all.

You will be an excellent relationship builder and collaborator, able to establish positive and productive relationships with both students and colleagues, as well as external partners and stakeholders. You will work confidently across teams and organisations, communicating effectively and contributing positively to a collaborative culture.

You will also demonstrate strong digital capability and aptitude, with practical experience of using technology and digital applications to enhance teaching, learning and student outcomes. You will be confident in identifying and implementing innovative digital approaches that support engagement, improve learning experiences and enable effective practice across the organisation.

Benefits

Key Contact

For further information and informal enquiries regarding the role, please contact Dr Alison Hardman; Subject Lead for Secondary and Post-14 FES ITT/E via a.j.hardman@derby.ac.uk 

For enquiries regarding your application and for sponsorship eligibility, please contact the recruitment team via recruitment@derby.ac.uk

Important Information

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974 and is therefore subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

Any information you provide will be treated in confidence and only used when considering your suitability for the post.

To enable us to process your DBS check please ensure you are able to supply the documentation listed on the DBS website at interview stage.

The University is unable to sponsor the employment of international workers under the Skilled Worker route for this role; however, applications are welcome from candidates who are able to demonstrate an alternative right to work in the UK.

Please visit our website for more information.

The University of Derby is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our staff, students and children. At the University of Derby, safeguarding is everybody's concern.

Please find our Safeguarding pages including our Safeguarding Policy here.

Closing Date: 04 Oct 2026

Area: Teaching and Research

Salary: £39,560 to £46,970 per annum pro rata

We have one simple promise – to make a positive impact. Through our ground-breaking research, teaching excellence and commitment to sustainable living, we are changing lives for the better.

The University of Derby is a modern university with a modern outlook. Everything we do is driven by delivering excellence and opportunities for our students, our staff and our region.

We have some of the best university facilities in the UK and achieve outstanding results for our teaching and research and have been awarded Gold in the prestigious Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) 2023 – making it one of the top universities in the country recognised for its outstanding student experience and student outcomes. 

Financially strong and seriously ambitious we offer our employees an inclusive culture that centres itself around staff wellbeing, where you can be confident you will receive all the help and encouragement you need to build a rewarding career with lots of opportunities to enhance your skills.

About the College/Department

Here at the University of Derby, the College of Science and Engineering is the home STEM, the skills that are essential to the UK’s Industrial Strategy. From digitisation to decarbonisation, we have an important role to play in shaping the future. And by researching or collaborating with us, you can too. 

The College brings together a powerful combination of scientific expertise, technological innovation, and creative practice. With disciplines spanning computing, AI, Data Science, engineering, environmental sciences, built environments and Psychology. We are uniquely positioned to solve real-world challenges through interdisciplinary collaboration. 

Our courses are designed with employability and future industry needs in mind, supported by cutting-edge facilities, strong employer partnerships, and a commitment to sustainability. Through applied research and hands-on learning, we equip students and staff to drive progress in areas that matter most; from smart technology to clean energy, advanced manufacturing to immersive design. 

Technical Services

Technical Services at the University of Derby underpins the key activities of teaching, research, knowledge transfer and innovation. As an applied University we value the importance of practical work and experimental learning.  Our highly skilled Technicians from across all areas of the organisation play a vital part in delivering the very best student experience, developing research activity and contributing to innovation. Central to the success of our Technical Service is collaboration, teamwork and knowledge sharing.  

Technical colleagues within the College of Science and Engineering support a wide range of specialist resources and activities. Working independently and in collaboration with academics, our technicians play an important role in advancing the work in many of our academic disciplines. We support specialist areas such as laboratories, workshops and controlled environments. We also provide specialist support for Research Centres such as the East Midlands Institute of Technology (EMIOT) and the Nuclear Skills Academy (NSA).

As a signatory of the national Technician Commitment programme, the University has pledged to support the visibility, recognition, career development and sustainability of Technical colleagues.

Many of our highly skilled technical staff members hold PhDs and Degrees in disciplines associated with the specialisms they deliver. An increasing number of our technicians have been recognised for their contribution to teaching and student support as Fellows and Associate Fellows of Advance HE. A number also hold professional accreditation status through organisations such as the Science Council, which establishes knowledge, understanding and competence. 

About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and proactive Technical Instructor to support the delivery and development of practical engineering activities within the College of Science and Engineering, with a particular focus on mechanical and motorsport disciplines. This exciting hands-on role will play a key part in supporting teaching, research, and industry-focused projects across a range of engineering laboratories and workshop environments.

The successful candidate will provide specialist technical expertise in vehicle dynamics, vehicle design, milling, turning, fabrication, and race vehicle preparation. Working with a high degree of autonomy, you will be responsible for the setup, maintenance, and operation of race-prepared vehicles, including trackside support activities, while ensuring safe and effective use of engineering facilities and equipment.

As part of the technical team, you will support students and staff through the delivery of technical training, guidance, and practical demonstrations, helping to develop industry-relevant skills and knowledge. You will also contribute to the management of workshop resources, equipment maintenance, health and safety compliance, budget planning, and the continuous development of technical services across the College.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced engineering professional with a strong understanding of the motorsport industry, a passion for technical education, and the ability to support both academic and research activities. The role also involves collaboration with academic colleagues, supervision of practical activities, support for field trips and off-site teaching, and contributing to the development of innovative learning environments that prepare students for careers in engineering and motorsport sectors.

About You

You will hold a degree in a related discipline, or possess comparable knowledge and transferable skills gained through relevant industry experience. The ideal candidate will have substantial hands-on technical experience within a motorsport or high-performance automotive environment, preferably gained within a race team, manufacturing, research, or educational setting.

You will be proficient in the operation, maintenance, and fault diagnosis of a wide range of motorsport equipment, including data acquisition and telemetry systems, diagnostic tools, engine and vehicle testing equipment, and setup systems such as alignment rigs and suspension measurement tools. A solid understanding of key motorsport engineering principles - such as vehicle dynamics, powertrain systems, and chassis setup - is essential alongside experience supporting workshop and trackside activities, preparing vehicles and test rigs, and contributing to performance data analysis.

In addition, you will have practical experience in machining and fabrication processes, including the safe and precise operation of manual milling machines, lathes, and associated workshop equipment, supporting the development and maintenance of mechanical and motorsport components.

Benefits

Key Contact

For further information and informal enquiries regarding the role, please contact Richard Bostock, Technical team Leader via R.Bostock@Derby.ac.uk

For enquiries regarding your application and for sponsorship eligibility, please contact the recruitment team via recruitment@derby.ac.uk

Important Information

The University is unable to sponsor the employment of international workers under the Skilled Worker route for this role; however, applications are welcome from candidates who are able to demonstrate an alternative right to work in the UK.

Please visit our website for more information.

The University of Derby is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our staff, students and children. At the University of Derby, safeguarding is everybody's concern.

Please find our Safeguarding pages including our Safeguarding Policy here.

Closing Date: 05 Oct 2026

Area: Technical Support

Salary: £32,942 to £36,977 per annum
(for exceptional performers, there is scope for further progression up to £42,523.55 per annum)