ACCOMMODATION ASSISTANT
Lancaster University provides approximately 6700 rooms for undergraduate and postgraduate students. The accommodation is located across our nine colleges and in the city centre and creates highly diverse and vibrant communities. 
The Accommodation Services Team are looking to recruit an enthusiastic and motivated individual to provide a customer orientated front line service to current and prospective students as part of a strong and supportive wider team. The team are responsible for delivering a professional and friendly accommodation service to students living on campus as well as assisting with the transition to off campus living.
Due to the customer focused nature of the role, on campus working is required.
You will deliver professional front line customer service; dealing with a wide range of queries and concerns and applying knowledge of General Data Protection Regulation. You will have excellent IT, communication and organisational skills. You will be expected to demonstrate an ability to work flexibly with minimal supervision as well as part of a team.
In addition to a Personal Development Plan, additional training and qualifications will be available via the Apprenticeship Levy for candidates if appropriate.
This is a part-time position, 18.5 hours per week.
For an informal discussion regarding the position, please contact Leanne Benson, Departmental Officer on l.benson3@lancaster.ac.uk
Closing Date: 15 May 2026
Department: Support - Administrative
Salary: £24,215 to £26,093 (Part-Time/Indefinite)
MARS: Mathematics for AI in Real-world Systems is seeking a highly motivated and creative Senior Research Associate to join our interdisciplinary team at the frontier of computational epidemiology and machine learning. This role focuses on developing next-generation frameworks to predict, understand, and mitigate the spread of infectious diseases.
You will lead research in one (or both) of the following cutting-edge areas:
Key responsibilities
You will work within a vibrant community of infectious disease modellers, centred in MARS, but collaborating with colleagues in Lancaster Medical School. There is additional scope to work within a wider collaboration with the University of St Andrews and Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine in Global Health, human, animal, and OneHealth epidemiology, as well as engage in consultancy, teaching, and outreach activities relevant to the research.
This is a full-time, fixed term position until 31st July 2029. Flexible working arrangements will be considered but you will be expected to be present on the Lancaster campus a minimum of two days a week.
Candidates who are considering making an application are strongly encouraged to contact Professor Chris Jewell c.jewell@lancaster.ac.uk or Dr Jess Bridgen j.bridgen@lancaster.ac.uk.
Why join MARS?
It is an exciting time to be part of MARS, which is based in one of the top-ranked maths departments in the UK. You’ll be part of a thriving and collegiate research group with a growing complement of academic staff, researchers and PhD students. MARS is a nationally distinctive group to join if you want to be part of the next generation of mathematicians tackling real-world problems and shaping the future of mathematics and AI.
Lancaster University promotes equality of opportunity and diversity within the workplace. For these positions, we welcome applications from all diversity groups but particularly from women who are currently underrepresented in the mathematical sciences.
Closing Date: 17 May 2026
Department: Research
Salary: £39,906 to £46,049 (Full-Time/Indefinite with End Date)
The Department of Management Science seeks to appoint a part-time Teaching Fellow in Operations Management (OM) on a 0.6 FTE basis. The department runs a highly-ranked MSc programme in Logistics and Supply Chain Management, and delivers several OM-related undergraduate modules. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to these teaching activities within a research-intensive Management School.
In this role, you will deliver part or all of several OM-related modules, at undergraduate and/or postgraduate level, and be involved in the setting and marking of assessment tasks. You will also work with other members of the department to periodically review the programmes and modules and discuss possible improvements.
You will already hold an academic and/or professional qualification in OM or a related discipline (such as Project Management, Industrial Engineering or Operational Research). You will also have some teaching experience in the Further Education and/or Higher Education sectors. The role is offered for an initial term of 14 months, although this may be renewed. You will be appointed at either grade 7 (currently £40K-£46K) or grade 8 (currently £47K-£58K), depending on qualifications and experience.
Applications are by letter of no more than two pages setting out why you want the role, and how you meet the person specification. A CV must also be included. Applications must be submitted using the Lancaster jobs portal.
Informal enquiries can be made to Prof Adam N. Letchford, Head of Department (a.n.letchford@lancaster.ac.uk).
Closing Date: 12 May 2026
Department: Teaching-Only
Salary: £48,822 to £56,535 (Part-Time/Fixed Term)
Division of Health Research
International Observatory on End of Life Care
The International Observatory on End of Life Care within the Division of Health Research, is part of a consortium which has been awarded European Commission funding under the Horizon Programme for Pal-Cycles: Palliative care yields cancer wellbeing support. This is an exciting five-year study where we are evaluating an intervention to improve the communication and continuity of care for cancer patients who have palliative needs. The study involves developing the intervention based upon results of a previous study, a review of the literature and adaption with clinicians in the UK. The intervention is being evaluated through a trial in two hospitals in each of the eight countries involved (UK, Netherlands, Germany, Hungary, Poland, Romania, and Portugal). We are currently developing a Massive Open Online Course (MOOC) about the project.
We are looking for a researcher with experience in palliative care to develop this course with us and international colleagues. Professor Nancy Preston and Professor Sheila Payne are the project leads. You will be expected to assist with all aspects of the project as required.
The International Observatory on End of Life Care conducts high quality cutting edge research and provides innovative educational programmes to improve palliative and end of life care for patients and family members. See https://ift.tt/D7P2vXV.
The Faculty provides an environment that strongly supports the individual needs of each employee, promoting a healthy work-life balance. We are committed to family-friendly and flexible working policies on an individual basis, as well as the Athena SWAN Charter, which recognises and celebrates good employment practice undertaken to address gender equality in higher education.
The post is available for immediate start and we will consider against the business needs of the project flexible working arrangements including condensed hours, days/hours worked and flexible start and finish times. Job share will also be considered. You will join Lancaster University on an indefinite contract; however, the role remains contingent on external funding, which at this time is due to come to an end on 31st August 2027.
Applicants wishing to consider the Skilled Worker Route should ensure they meet the points requirement before applying. Further information can be found on the UK Visas and Immigration website.
Please direct informal enquiries to Professor Nancy Preston (n.j.preston@lancaster.ac.uk) or Professor Sheila Payne (s.a.payne@lancaster.ac.uk)
Closing Date: 12 May 2026
Department: Research
Salary: £39,906 to £46,049 (Full-Time/Indefinite with End Date)
Lancaster University is part of a 5-year £6.8 million EPSRC Programme Grant on “Securing Convergent Ultra-large Scale Infrastructures (SCULI)” conducted jointly with Bristol and Oxford Universities, international collaborators CMU/Duke, RISE-Sweden, and industry partners BT, HP, Airbus, BAE and Vodaphone.
We seek to appoint 1 full-time post-doctoral research associate (starting Summer 2026) to complete a team of 4 researchers who are exploring novel concepts for security controls and assurance in converged and ultra-large scale infrastructures.
The successful candidate for this role will develop new techniques for orchestrating security controls in dynamic and complex systems undergoing frequent changes to their function and security requirements. This work will involve researching how to introduce interactions between security controls to achieve security goals and exploring the trade-offs of doing so. We seek to appoint a researcher who has either experience in abstract modelling of distributed systems or practical experience deploying and experimenting with security controls.
As a Programme Grant there is considerable flexibility in this research agenda. This allows the right candidate to have a significant ability to direct their research activities. This is a great opportunity for an individual to build their research career.
Key duties of this post include:
The successful candidate will have a PhD in Computer Science or equivalent with experience in cyber security or distributed systems.
The School of Computing and Communications at Lancaster University offers a highly inclusive and stimulating environment for career development, and you will be exposed to a range of further opportunities over the course of this post. We are committed to family-friendly and flexible working policies, as well as the Athena SWAN Charter, which recognises and celebrates good employment practice undertaken to address gender equality in higher education and research.
You will join us on an indefinite contract; however, the role remains contingent on external funding, which for these roles initially ends after 24 months (with the possibility to extend further).
The candidates will be working under the direct supervision of Prof. Neeraj Suri (neeraj.suri@lancaster.ac.uk) and Dr. Matthew Bradbury (m.s.bradbury@lancaster.ac.uk). We welcome enquires prior to the submission of an application!
Closing Date: 07 May 2026
Department: Research
Salary: £39,355 to £45,413 (Full time, indefinite with end date)
The Department of Management Science seeks to appoint a part-time Teaching Fellow in Project Management (PM) on a 0.6 FTE basis. The department runs a full-time MSc programme in PM, and delivers several PM-related undergraduate modules. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to these teaching activities within a research-intensive Management School.
In this role, you will deliver part or all of several PM-related modules, at undergraduate and/or postgraduate level, and be involved in the setting and marking of assessment tasks. You will also work with other members of the department to periodically review the programmes and modules and discuss possible improvements.
You will already hold an academic and/or professional qualification in PM or a related discipline (such as Operations Management, Production Management, or Industrial Engineering). You will also have some teaching experience in the Further Education and/or Higher Education sectors. The role is offered for an initial term of 14 months, although this may be renewed. You will be appointed at either grade 7 (currently £40K-£46K) or grade 8 (currently £47K-£58K), depending on qualifications and experience.
Applications are by letter of no more than two pages setting out why you want the role, and how you meet the person specification. A CV must also be included. Applications must be submitted using the Lancaster jobs portal.
Informal enquiries can be made to Prof Adam N. Letchford, Head of Department (a.n.letchford@lancaster.ac.uk).
Closing Date: 12 May 2026
Department: Teaching-Only
Salary: £48,822 to £56,535 Part-Time, Fixed Term
Lancaster Medical School is seeking to appoint a Clinical Skills Manager at 1.0 FTE. Part-time and job share arrangements will be considered for the right candidate.
You will be able to prioritise a complex workload and work effectively under pressure, while developing and maintaining strong working relationships with the MBChB programme team and a range of internal and external stakeholders, including partner NHS Trusts.
Excellent organisational skills and demonstrable experience in clinical skills teaching (including physical examination skills) are essential.
You will be a registered healthcare professional on an Agenda for Change contract (e.g. nurse or allied health professional), registered with a relevant UK professional regulatory body (e.g. the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) or the Health and Care Professions Council). You must hold a current licence to practise and have substantial experience in clinical settings relevant to undergraduate medical education.
You will be responsible for delivering teaching to medical students across a range of clinical skills, with a focus on clinical examination of key body systems, supporting preparation for early clinical experience. You will also facilitate small group teaching, simulation-based education, and lecture-based sessions.
You will support the management of a state-of-the-art simulation and clinical skills facility, including a 9-bed clinical skills laboratory and an 8-bed mobile simulation teaching unit. You will be supported by a clinical skills classroom assistant and visiting colleagues from partner NHS organisations.
The Faculty of Health and Medicine is committed to supporting the needs of individual staff members and promoting a healthy work–life balance. We support flexible and family-friendly working arrangements in line with the Athena SWAN Charter, recognising and promoting good practice in advancing gender equality in higher education and research.
We welcome applications from all backgrounds and actively encourage applications from underrepresented groups. Flexible working arrangements will be considered subject to business need, including flexible hours, compressed working weeks, and job share arrangements.
Closing Date: 29 May 2026
Department: Professional/Management
Salary: £39,906 to £46,049 (Full-Time/Fixed Term)
(Spectrum Centre for Mental Health Research)
The Division of Health Research, within Lancaster University’s Faculty of Health and Medicine, is seeking a committed and experienced Project Manager to lead on administration of the new Mental Health Research Group (MHRG). The MHRG is a five-year initiative funded by the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR), who have recently awarded Lancaster University almost £11 million to conduct world-class mental health research in the North West region.
More than 13,000 people in Lancashire and South Cumbria have been diagnosed with a severe mental illness, while Blackpool has the highest rate of deaths linked to addiction and suicide in England. In conjunction with partners at the University of Manchester and King’s College London, the group will identify local needs and priorities for mental health research and work alongside residents to develop a more proactive, preventative model of care.
Four initial research themes aim to tackle inequities in access to effective mental health interventions, particularly for those experiencing multiple disadvantages and/or complex mental health issues, who are often excluded from mainstream services. A robust knowledge mobilisation infrastructure will be implemented to ensure that research translates rapidly into significant improvements in health and social care. The voices of diverse individuals with lived experience are central to all aspects of the research programme.
You will play an integral role in the MHRG programme and its management, coordinating collaboration with all programme members to ensure the effective and efficient delivery of the programme objectives. This will include leading on strategic engagement with partner institutions, including other universities, NHS Trusts and third sector organisations, as well as on tracking MHRG progress again defined KPIs, managing budgets and expenditure, and producing accurate and timely project reports. You will also have joint supervisory responsibility for a dedicated Administrator alongside the programme co-leads.
We require an individual with previous experience of project management to ensure the smooth running of the MHRG. Previous experience must include:
The post will be based in the Spectrum Centre for Mental Health Research at Lancaster University (Health Innovation campus) and may involve travel within the UK.
The team and the Division of Health Research provide a friendly environment that strongly supports the individual needs of each employee and actively promotes a healthy work-life balance. The Faculty is committed to family-friendly and flexible working policies and has held a Silver Athena SWAN award since 2014 in recognition of its good employment practice undertaken to address gender equality in higher education and research.
The post is available to start July 2026 and we will consider against the business needs of the project flexible working arrangements including condensed hours, days/hours worked and flexible start and finish times. You will join Lancaster University on a fixed term contract; however, the role remains contingent on external funding, which at this time is due to come to an end on 30th June 2031.
Applicants wishing to consider the Skilled Worker Route should ensure they meet the points requirement before applying. Further information can be found on the UK Visas and Immigration website.
For further information on the role and to discuss any aspects of the position, please contact: Dr Jasper Palmier-Claus: j.palmier-claus@lancaster.ac.uk or Professor Steven Jones: s.jones7@lancaster.ac.uk
Closing Date: 11 May 2026
Department: Professional/Management
Salary: £48,822 to £56,535 (Full-Time/Fixed Term)
We invite applications for a Post-Doctoral Research Associate position to join the Statistical Foundations for Detecting Anomalous Structure in Stream Settings (DASS) Programme, based at Lancaster University. The DASS Programme will consider the foundational statistical challenges of identifying anomalous structure in streams within constrained environments, handling the realities of contemporary data streams, and identifying and tracking dependence across streams.
This £4M programme is funded by EPSRC and brings together research groups from the Universities of Lancaster, Bristol, Warwick and the London School of Economics together with a committed group of industrial and public sector partners.
Interaction between the research groups at the universities will be strongly encouraged and resourced; our philosophy is to tackle the methodological, theoretical and computational aspects of these statistical problems together. This integrated approach is essential to achieving the substantive fundamental advances in statistics envisaged, and to ensuring that our new methods are sufficiently robust and efficient to be widely adopted by academics, industry and society more generally.
The programme is led by Idris Eckley (Lancaster University), Haeran Cho (University of Bristol), Paul Fearnhead (Lancaster University), Qiwei Yao (London School of Economics) and Yi Yu (University of Warwick).
This 2-year position is available at Lancaster University. You should have, or be close to completing, a PhD in Statistics or a closely related discipline. Throughout, you should have demonstrated an ability to develop new statistical theory and methods in one of the relevant areas, including but not limited to: anomaly detection; changepoint analysis; non-stationary time series analysis, high dimensional statistics, statistical-computational tradeoffs, scalable statistical methods. You will also have shown a demonstrable ability to produce academic writing of the highest publishable quality.
These are full-time positions, though we will consider applicants requesting part-time or other flexible working arrangements.
Candidates who are considering making an application are strongly encouraged to contact Idris Eckley (i.eckley@lancaster.ac.uk) or Paul Fearnhead (p.fearnhead@lancaster.ac.uk) to discuss the programme in greater detail.
Closing Date: 30 May 2026
Department: Research
Salary: £39,906 to £46,049 (Full-Time/Indefinite with End Date)
Lecturer in Theatre
The School of Arts at Lancaster University is seeking to appoint a new Lecturer in Theatre. We especially welcome applications from candidates with practical expertise in theatre technologies, digital media, intermediality or related areas of theatre practice. This post will add to the development of our successful and highly ranked subject. You will join us as we undertake new curriculum developments that will address emerging trends and challenges in Theatre.
You will contribute to practice-based research and teaching within our undergraduate and postgraduate programmes. This will include the development of new module content as well as supervisions of students’ practical work. You will also be expected to engage with local and regional stakeholders, contributing to community-based teaching initiatives and socially-engaged research.
The post is open to candidates with broad knowledge of theatre and performance who can contribute to both lecture- and studio-based teaching, as well as supervision of written and practice-based dissertations. The School of Arts is particularly interested in expanding the global and cultural reach of Theatre’s teaching and research. We are looking for colleagues who actively seek to address systemic inequalities within HE and the creative sectors, contributing to a culture of equity and support for underrepresented students.
You must be able to demonstrate an established or growing profile of excellent practice-based research. Finally, you will actively participate in Theatre’s everyday administrative tasks.
Informal enquiries are welcome and should be made to Dr. Cami Rowe, c.r.rowe@lancaster.ac.uk or Head of School Professor Emma Rose, e.rose@lancaster.ac.uk.
Closing Date: 18 May 2026
Department: Academic
Salary: £41,064 to £46,049 (Full-Time/Indefinite)
Lancaster University’s People and Organisational Effectiveness (POE) team are looking for an experienced HR Systems Developer to join them in delivering key projects and future system developments to support the day to day operations of the POE team.
You will be experienced in working in a Systems environment and be keen to support in future systems advancements, automations and project work. You will be experienced in the production of detailed management information, adhering to information security and data protection legislation and be confident in tailoring their delivery of MI to all service users. You will be highly competent in Microsoft Excel with experience of using management information reporting tools, such as internal reporting systems and Tableau.
You will be joining an innovative and forward thinking team to help develop our current processes and look to implement automation and new ways of thinking to our developing team. You will assist with the testing of software upgrades, identifying changes and process enhancements and liaising with software suppliers to resolve issues in a timely manner.
In return, being part of the Lancaster University team means you can participate in our sector-leading suite of flexible benefits, including pre-school centre, additional annual leave, sports centre membership and dental insurance. We also offer a supportive and friendly working environment, a beautiful campus setting and a highly competitive reward package.
Our Lancaster University values believe in respecting each other by being open and fair and promoting diversity, we build strong communities by working effectively together in a supportive way and we create positive change by being ambitious in our learning, expertise and action.
Closing Date: 26 Apr 2026
Department: Support - Technical
Salary: £33,002 to £37,694 (Full-Time/Indefinite)
MHRG Senior Research Associate
Division of Health Research (Spectrum Centre for Mental Health Research)
Grade 7
Lancaster University has a world-class reputation as a centre for excellence in teaching and research. It is in the top 1 per cent of universities in the world and highly ranked in each of the UKs major university league tables. The Division of Health Research (DHR), within Lancaster University’s Faculty of Health and Medicine, is seeking to appoint an experienced Senior Research Associate to join the new Mental Health Research Group (MHRG). The MHRG is a five-year initiative funded by the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR), who have recently awarded Lancaster University almost £11 million to conduct world-class mental health research in the North West region.
More than 13,000 people in Lancashire and South Cumbria have been diagnosed with a severe mental illness, while Blackpool has the highest rate of deaths linked to addiction and suicide in England. In conjunction with partners at the University of Manchester and King’s College London, the group will identify local needs and priorities for mental health research and work alongside residents to develop a more proactive, preventative model of care. Four initial research themes aim to tackle inequities in access to effective mental health interventions, particularly for those experiencing multiple disadvantages and/or complex mental health issues, who are often excluded from mainstream services. The voices of diverse individuals with lived experience are central to all aspects of the research programme.
You will work alongside Dr Jasper Palmier-Claus, Professor Steven Jones and Dr Euan Lawson to lead and deliver a randomised control trial for enabling physical health appointments in people with severe mental health difficulties. This role will involve measuring the clinical and cost-effectiveness of the intervention, as well as carrying out a process evaluation to better understand how and why the intervention works, for whom, and in what contexts. You will have a strong background in mental health research and a PhD in a related discipline (or equivalent experience). Knowledge of clinical trial methodology and qualitative approaches, plus an understanding of the ethical and governance processes associated with intervention studies, would be advantageous. You will be expected to contribute to the development of future competitive funding applications to ensure sustainability in mental health research; previous experience is desirable.
The post will be based in the Spectrum Centre for Mental Health Research at Lancaster University (Health Innovation campus) and will involve some travel within the UK.
Our team and the Division of Health Research offer a friendly environment that strongly supports the individual needs of each employee and actively promotes a healthy work-life balance. The Faculty is committed to family-friendly and flexible working policies and has held a Silver Athena SWAN award since 2014 in recognition of its good employment practice undertaken to address gender equality in higher education and research.
The post is available to start July 2026 and we will consider against the business needs of the project flexible working arrangements including condensed hours, days/hours worked and flexible start and finish times. You will join Lancaster University on an indefinite contract; however, the role remains contingent on external funding, which at this time is due to come to an end on 30th June 2031.
Applicants wishing to consider the Skilled Worker Route should ensure they meet the points requirement before applying. Further information can be found on the UK Visas and Immigration website.
For further information on the role and to discuss any aspects of the position, please contact:
Dr Jasper Palmier-Claus email: j.palmier-claus@lancaster.ac.uk or Professor Steven Jones email: s.jones7@lancaster.ac.uk
Closing Date: 22 Apr 2026
Department: Research
Salary: £39,906 to £46,049 Full-Time/Indefinite with End Date)
Lancaster University are looking for a passionate, experienced and proactive Tax Manager to join our Financial Operations and Compliance team.
Lancaster University is an established thriving UK university with a world-class reputation for excellence in research, teaching and engagement. Lancaster is consistently ranked in the top universities in all three major UK league tables, and continues to build a growing reputation both nationally and internationally.
The role will support the Financial Operations and Compliance team in a portfolio of indirect tax compliance activities including the submission of the group VAT return and ensuring University compliance with relevant tax legislation including imports and exports. The role will also involve liaison with HMRC and internal and external auditors on relevant areas of their portfolio.
As a member of the Financial Operations and Compliance team, the role holder will be a strong team player with excellent communication skills looking to support efficient and effective business processes, with a focus on customer service.
Applicants must meet all the essential criteria on the Person Specification to be considered for interview. This is a permanent role opportunity with hybrid working options. The role will be based within the Finance Division at Lancaster University’s Bailrigg Campus.
Being part of the Lancaster University team means you will receive a competitive salary, 25 days annual leave plus additional university closure days at Christmas and Easter, opportunities for continuing professional development, a flexible benefits package and a package of family friendly work-life balance policies.
Lancaster University promotes equality of opportunity and diversity within the workplace and welcome applications from all sections of the community.
If you have any questions or would like an informal discussion about the role, please contact m.l.green@lancaster.ac.uk
Closing Date: 19 Apr 2026
Department: Professional/Management
Salary: Competitive
Be a part of something inspirational
Sport Lancaster has recently undergone an exciting phase of change and development which has opened a wide range of opportunities within an emerging and evolving environment. Joining the team at this stage means you will have the unique opportunity to shape the future of Sport at the university and be a part of something inspirational.
The University has made significant investment in Sport Lancaster over recent years with the latest phase being a new 8-court badminton sports hall completed in June 2020 and now offering a truly outstanding Sports Facility.
The Sport Lancaster Team operate a purpose-built Sports Centre, facilitating our 8.5m climbing wall, multi-function Sports Halls, Swimming pool, sauna & steam room, 100 station Technogym Fitness Suite, Squash Courts. We also operate the University’s impressive Outdoor facilities including Rugby Pitches, 3G surfaces, Tennis courts and much more.
The Sports Centre is owned and managed by the University and is open to students across the UK, University staff and members of the local community. Sport Lancaster also proudly hosts several national events throughout the year.
Our team pride themselves on their knowledge and experience in their chosen area and are always on hand to guide and advise. We aim to inspire our customers to be physically active by creating a community which enables them to grow stronger, fitter and most importantly, more confident. We cater for all abilities and our facilities are fully accessible to everyone.
Working as part of the operational team, as a Climbing Instructor, you are someone that is responsive to member needs, being regularly available to provide help and advice in the climbing wall. You will deliver group training courses and other related climbing services to an exceptional level. Your role will ensure safe and effective working practices are in place which are delivered to an exceptional level of customer standards. 
Please contact Lisa Coates on l.naylor@lancaster.ac.uk for any informal enquiries in relation to the post. We welcome applications from people in all diversity groups
Shift Work
You will be required to work on a shift-based system, which includes the requirement for you to work early mornings, evenings, weekends, University closure days and bank holidays. Please take notice of our shift times below, you must have the ability to arrive at the Sports Centre, ready to start work at the following times –
Monday – Friday – Early Shifts - 5.30am Start
Late Shifts – 10.30pm Finish
Weekends – Early Shifts – 7.00am Start
Late Shifts – 6.30pm Finish
Closing Date: 12 Apr 2026
Department: Support - Other
Salary: £24,215 to £26,093 Part time, Indefinite
Lancaster University is initiating an ambitious programme to implement a new Customer Relationship Management (CRM) platform. This multi-year strategic initiative is reshaping the design, delivery, and management of undergraduate and postgraduate education to ensure a distinctive, inclusive, and future-ready offering. The successful candidate will be able to shape and elevate the University’s entire CRM capability. You will support the development and delivery of a complex, high-impact digital and systems change in a fast-paced and evolving environment.
Information System Services (ISS) is looking for a strategic, detail-oriented, confident, and driven Business Transformation Manager to take on a crucial role in this significant programme. This is a fixed-term role lasting until 31st July 2027.
This role will primarily be based at the Lancaster University Bailrigg campus, with flexible hybrid working options available to support a healthy work-life balance. A minimum of two days per week in the office is expected.
Key objectives:
This isn’t just a ‘tech upgrade’, this will improve student engagement, boost operational efficiency and enable data-driven decision-making! This programme will give the University and students clarity, efficiency and engagement power in an increasingly competitive sector.
If you are interested, please apply by submitting your CV along with a coversheet, limited to a maximum of three A4 pages. Please refer to the included job description and person specification for further details of essential and desirable qualifications for the role.
For current University staff, a secondment opportunity may be considered for this role; please ensure you have the agreement of your current line manager prior to applying.
Find out what it's like to work at Lancaster University, including information on our wide range of employee benefits, support networks and our policies and facilities for a family-friendly workplace.
The University recognises and celebrates good employment practice undertaken to address all inequality in higher education whilst promoting the importance and wellbeing for all our colleagues.
We warmly welcome applicants from all sections of the community regardless of their age, religion, gender identity or expression, race, disability or sexual orientation, and are committed to promoting diversity, and equality of opportunity.
Closing Date: 27 Apr 2026
Department: Professional/Management
Salary: £48,822 to £56,535
Lancaster University is delivering a major programme to modernise its Identity and Access Management solution. We are seeking an Identity and Access Management Support Officer to assist with the coordination and delivery of this work. This is a fixed term contract until 28th May 2028.
This role will focus on supporting the migration of University systems to the new authentification and authorisation platforms. You will work closely with the project team, system owners and stakeholders across the University to communicate guidance provided by technical teams, coordinate migration schedules, and help ensure activities are delivered in a structured and timely manner.
Key responsibilities include coordinating activities with internal teams and external contractors, gathering and documenting requirements, supporting project tracking and reporting, and assisting with stakeholder engagement. You will also help organise and participate in awareness and drop-in sessions to support staff and students and promote understanding of the changes.
You will be highly organised, proactive and comfortable working with a wide range of stakeholders. You should be enthusiastic, have strong communication skills, attention to detail and experience supporting projects or coordinating activities. Experience in IT or higher education and an understanding of identity management, authentification, or access control concepts is essential.
This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a high impact initiative that forms part of the University's wider IT Strategy, whilst gaining valuable experience in project delivery within a large complex organisation.
The role is primarily based on the Lancaster University Bailrigg campus, with flexible hybrid working options to support a positive work/ life balance. We would expect a minimum of 3 days in the office.
For Internal University staff a secondment may be considered for this role. Please ensure you have agreement from your current line manager before you apply for the opportunity.
Applicants wishing to consider the Skilled Worker Route should ensure they meet the points requirement before applying. Further information can be found on the UK Visas and Immigration website.
Closing Date: 12 Apr 2026
Department: Support - Administrative
Salary: £33,002 to £37,694 full time, fixed term
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