Purchase to Pay Assistant (0425-26)

This is a 12 month temporary position.

 

Procurement at Lancaster has undergone significant transformation in recent years. The team continues to expand its reach and is forward-thinking in its approach to managing the full range of Purchase to Pay and Source to Contract activity for the University’s non-pay expenditure of around £100m per year. 

The University has declared a Climate Emergency and set an ambitious target to be Carbon Net Zero by 2035. The Procurement Team play a key role in the delivery of this target.

The Higher Education (HE) sector purchases an unparalleled range of goods and services. The Procurement team at Lancaster work with world-leading academics and colleagues from other Professional Services areas such as Facilities and Information Systems.

A wide variety of categories are managed including Laboratory Supplies & Equipment, Travel, IT, Construction, Maintenance, and Business Support Services. Procurement at Lancaster is a well-established and mature function. We score highly on the sector-wide best practice procurement indicators and set stretch goals to continuously improve. This is a large and ambitious team within a people-focused organisation providing opportunities to progress and develop including supporting team members to achieve CIPS qualifications.

The role of the procurement team is to manage the university's expenditure with external suppliers. This includes sourcing, tendering, contracting and supplier management.

Working closely with other members of the operational procurement team, you will provide a high level of support to our diverse academic and research departments. Your main role will be to undertake the order processing activity including understanding customer needs, processing requisitions and expediting deliveries. You will have effective numeracy, literacy and word processing skills and be able to present information relating to the progress of work.

You will be required to have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.  You will be trained in procurement and will learn to provide procurement advice in accordance with the University's Financial Regulations and Procurement Procedures. You need to be a team player and able to work with other colleagues in our travel and accounts payable team, providing assistance during busy periods for any of the three areas of the purchase to pay function.

We operate hybrid working and this role can be effectively delivered from home with a minimum of 3 days a week in the office. Requests for part-time working will be considered.

 

For further information or an informal chat please contact Michael Hayes, Procurement Manager on m.hayes5@lancaster.ac.uk

Closing Date: 10 Jul 2026

Department: Support - Administrative

Salary: £26,093 full time, fixed term

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What the SpaceX I.P.O. Means for You, and a Giant Act of Vandalism in D.C.

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Making Space for Art on a Sporty Weekend

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This Is Mexico and Canada’s World Cup, Too. Don’t Expect Unity.

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The Young Economic Populists Reshaping the Left

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Protests Threaten to Disrupt Mexico City’s World Cup Opening Ceremony

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City Council Calls for Tighter Review of N.Y.C. School System Contracts

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University of Florida Chooses Stuart Bell for President Over Some Conservative Criticism

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Senior Research Associate – Computational Linguist (0334-26)

We are looking to appoint a highly motivated and resilient individual, with excellent communication skills, the capacity to work collaboratively as part of a team and the ability to solve problems creatively to join us as a Postdoctoral Research Associate (PDRA) within the group of Dr Isobelle Clarke in the ESRC Centre for Corpus Approaches to Social Science in Linguistics and English Language. 

This position is funded by the UKRI Future Leader’s Fellowship scheme. The successful applicant will join a team of researchers based in Lancaster University working on the project ‘A Multi-Dimensional Understanding of the Digital Far Right’. 

The project has three core aims:

1. To systematically identify how the language and behaviours of far right groups vary (what linguistic features and repertoires they share and how the most high risk content compares).
2. To develop an innovative methodology to allow for (1).
3. To provide training of (1) and (2) to law enforcement.

You should hold a PhD in computational linguistics or a relevant field (or have submitted with a scheduled viva date). You should also have a background in data science, especially natural language processing, expertise in how to scrape data from the web, and a critical, academic interest in studying the far right. Some background with machine learning, automatic feature recognition, multivariate statistical techniques, sparse data, and zero-inflation methods would be an advantage. 

This is a fixed term position at 1.0 FTE for a period of 48 months.

Lancaster University is highly ranked and research-led and situated near the historic city of Lancaster. The North West of England offers high standards of living, beautiful countryside, including the Lake District, and excellent national and international transport connectivity.  See Jobs - Lancaster University.

For informal enquiries, please contact Dr Isobelle Clarke, Lecturer in Security and Protection Science; UKRI Future Leaders Fellow i.clarke@lancaster.ac.uk 

Closing Date: 26 Jun 2026

Department: Research

Salary: £39,906 to £46,049 (Full-Time/Indefinite with End Date)

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Majority of City Council Members Urge Mamdani to Pause A.I. in Schools

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Trump Law Would Also Direct Voucher Money to Public Schools

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New York City Schools Chancellor Being Investigated Over No-Bid Contract

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Word Choices

We explore six sentences that have shaped the American story.

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Senior Research Associate in Superconducting Electronics (0456-26)

We are seeking an enthusiastic postdoctoral researcher for a new project to develop superconducting electronics using graphene Josephson junctions. Graphene Josephson junctions (G-JJs) offer the opportunity to build superconducting electronics that can be controlled electrostatically, which avoids magnetic fields that can interfere with other superconducting devices, such as quantum sensors or qubits. Until recently, the fabrication of G-JJs has been limited to mechanical exfoliation, which lacks reproducibility and is time-consuming and inefficient. VTT Technical Research Centre in Finland have developed a wafer scale fabrication process for fabricating G-JJs across an entire wafer, up to 200mm with plans to scale up to 300mm. 

The SuperICQ consortium is a recently funded EU Pathfinder Open project that aims to develop a host of superconducting electronics using this new process and to integrate these with superconducting qubits. At Lancaster we will be characterising individual junctions, designing and testing parametric amplifiers, characterising tuneable resonators and demonstrating multiplexed qubit readout. As a member of the consortium you will also collaborate with partners at VTT (Finland), Aalto (Finland) and Chalmers (Sweden).

Lancaster is a major player in superconducting quantum devices in the UK and benefits from extensive nanofabrication, cryogenic, and electronics infrastructure. You will work in the Quantum Technology Centre at the Physics Department of Lancaster University and will travel as necessary to liaise with project partners and to attend national and international workshops and conferences.

For information on our research interests: 

https://www.lancaster.ac.uk/physics/about-us/people/yuri-pashkin

https://www.lancaster.ac.uk/physics/about-us/people/jonathan-prance

https://www.lancaster.ac.uk/physics/about-us/people/michael-thompson

Funding is available to appoint to this post as soon as you are available. You will join us on an indefinite contract. However, the role remains contingent on external funding, which at this time is for 24 months with a possible extension of a further 12 months.

Lancaster University Physics Department is strongly committed to fostering diversity within its community as a source of excellence, cultural enrichment, and social strength. We welcome those who would contribute to the further diversification of our department.

Applicants may find information on Lancaster and the University here: https://www.lancaster.ac.uk/jobs/life-at-lancaster/

Informal enquiries can be made to Dr Michael Thompson (m.thompson@lancaster.ac.uk).

Closing Date: 01 Aug 2026

Department: Research

Salary: £39,906 to £46,049 (Full-Time/Indefinite with End Date)

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A.I. Degree Programs Surge as Colleges Seek Students and Relevance

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Enquiries and Admissions Co-ordinator (0501-26)

Job overview

The Admissions team supports those who wish to study at the University, responding to enquiries and supporting applicants through the process from application to registration.     

We are looking to appoint a highly motivated and enthusiastic individual to join us as an Enquiries and Admissions Co-ordinator, providing support for the admissions service.  

In this role, you will act as the first point of contact for all enquiries from prospective students, agents and advisors via email and telephone, and you will play a pivotal role in supporting the admissions process.   

You will be working with enquirers and applicants, as well as colleagues across the University, to ensure that we provide excellent customer-focused support. You should have excellent IT, communication, and customer-service skills, as well as the ability to produce accurate work to deadlines while maintaining attention to detail.  â€¯   

As part of this role, you will also be involved with facilitating the application process more broadly, data upkeep and other tasks to assist the team in providing an outstanding experience to our applicants.   

 

Why work with us

Lancaster University’s main Bailrigg campus is a lovely place to work, combining a busy urban atmosphere while surrounded by green parkland and beautiful seasonal landscaping. We have lots of facilities on-site such as: a sports centre, shops, cafes, a multi-faith centre, pre-school, a post office and a fantastic library. There are numerous clubs, groups, and networks you can join to make friends with like-minded people. Lancaster University provides an environment that strongly supports the needs of each employee, promoting a healthy work-life balance.

Find out about more of our employee benefits on our website - https://ift.tt/wY6gpDX 

We are an organisation that seeks to make positive economic, cultural, societal, and environmental change. If you want to be a part of that, then we’d love to hear from you. 

Contract and contact  

The role is hybrid with both on-campus and home working, and flexible working arrangements can be considered.

For an informal chat about the role, please contact Charlotte Appley, Admissions Operations Officer - c.appley@lancaster.ac.uk  

Closing Date: 28 Jun 2026

Department: Support - Administrative

Salary: £24,215 to £26,093 (Full-time indefinite)

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Bruce Springsteen Talks About His Place in American Music

As he opens an expansive cultural center not far from the Jersey Shore boardwalk, the singer describes himself as “a small link in a big chain.”

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Taking Highways and Back Roads to America’s Founding

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They Have Yet to Sign a Lease. But They’re Furious Over $3,100 Rents.

Climate change. Gun violence. War. Generations of young people have organized over issues they fear threaten the future. Will housing be the next cause?

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Bruce Springsteen Opens His Music Center

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Lecturer in Sociology (0478-26)

Lecturer in Sociology in the School of Social Sciences, Lancaster University (temporary one-year post).

The School of Social Sciences seeks to appoint a full-time Lecturer in Sociology (one-year post). The successful candidate will join the Sociology team within the School of Social Sciences and contribute to undergraduate and postgraduate teaching, research activity, and the wider academic life of the discipline, including contributing to and leading citizenship and academic activity where appropriate.

The successful candidate will hold a PhD in Sociology or a cognate area and will be able to demonstrate excellence in teaching and in supporting a high-quality student experience. They will have a developing portfolio of research publications and experience of contributing to academic service and leadership. Candidates with expertise in teaching sociological theory, public sociology, or the sociological study of welfare provision are particularly encouraged to apply.

Sociology at Lancaster University is a research-led discipline and is highly ranked across national and international league tables. It is at the forefront of sociological teaching and student experience in higher education, and members of the Sociology team lead research across a range of areas, including environment, migration, and health.

The School of Social Sciences brings together Sociology with Criminology, Educational Research, Linguistics, and Social Work, forming an inclusive, dynamic, and diverse research and teaching community.

Lancaster University is a highly ranked, research-led institution located in the historic city of Lancaster. The North West of England offers an excellent quality of life, with access to outstanding countryside, including the Lake District, and strong national and international transport links. For more reasons to work at Lancaster University, see - Jobs - Lancaster University.

Informal enquiries may be made to Dr Stanley Blue, Discipline Lead for Sociology – s.blue@lancaster.ac.uk 

Closing Date: 29 Jun 2026

Department: Academic

Salary: £41,064 to £46,049 full time, fixed term

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A Viral Gen-Z Protest Movement Draws Thousands to India’s Capital

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Who Should Get an A at Harvard?

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The Lasting Cost of Graduating Into a Tough Job Market

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Ohio State Agrees to $100 Million Payout Over Sexual Abuse Claims

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What Teens Told Us About Reading Whatever They Wanted in The Times

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University of Texas to Remove Cesar Chavez Statue From Austin Campus

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At Interlochen, Where Jeffrey Epstein’s Shadow Still Lingers

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‘Teachers Are Going to Hate It’: How Social Media Apps Hooked Teens at School

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NIHR SPHR Summer Internship in Public Health Research (x 2 posts) (0493-26)

Salary: £12.96 per hour

This is an exciting opportunity provided by the NIHR School for Public Health Research (NIHR SPHR) https://sphr.nihr.ac.uk/) for two promising undergraduate students with an interest in a career in public health. The successful candidates will gain experience of working within an established research team and the opportunity to develop valuable research skills.  

 

Applicants must be: 

• Current Lancaster University undergraduate students 

 

• In the middle years of their first degree studies (normally between years 2 and 3 for students on a 3-year undergraduate programme or equivalent for 4-year undergraduate programmes).

 

• Expected to obtain a first or upper second class UK honours degree.

 

The opportunity is hosted by the Liverpool and Lancaster Collaboration for public health research (LiLaC, www.lilac-healthequity.org.uk) and funded by the NIHR School for Public Health Research (NIHR SPHR, https://sphr.nihr.ac.uk/). We are looking to recruit two undergraduate students with an interest in a career in public health research.

The internships are offered as a casual work opportunity, on a part-time, flexible basis over the 2026 summer period. Each post is planned as 0.6 FTE (3 days per week) over approximately 8 weeks (exact working pattern to be agreed with the successful candidate and supervisors). The successful students will be based in the Division of Health Research (DHR) at Lancaster University and work on one of two projects described in the further details document. Candidates must indicate a preference for one project during the application process. 

 

Project 1: Trauma-informed, creative research on belonging, safety and first contact (CREATE + Recognised, Not Retold)

This internship is suited to students interested in health inequalities, the wider determinants of health, and participatory/creative qualitative research. You will support work that explores what makes support-service spaces feel safe and welcoming (or not), and how learning from lived experience can be translated into feasible improvements for practice. A distinctive feature of this placement is structured learning in trauma-informed approaches, and involvement in knowledge translation, helping turn findings from creative activities into stakeholder-ready learning (e.g., housing, council, NHS, voluntary sector).

 

Project 2: Public health systems and health inequalities (Systems project using Qualitative Comparative Analysis)

This internship is suited to students interested in public health systems, policy action on inequalities, and innovative methods. You will work with an experienced team using Qualitative Comparative Analysis (QCA) to explore how different configurations of system “conditions” (e.g., governance arrangements, stability, policy embedding) relate to action on health inequalities and their social determinants. You will gain experience working with structured qualitative data sources and learning how QCA can be applied in public health research.

 

Both internships sit within projects led by Dr Rebecca Mead (Lancaster University, Division of Health Research / LiLaC). Day-to-day supervision will be provided by the relevant project supervisor:

 

Project 1 (CREATE + Recognised, Not Retold): Dr Yessica Mestre, Research Associate.

Project 2 (Systems/QCA project): Dr Zoe Swithenbank, Senior Research Associate. 

 

Dr Mead will provide overall oversight and mentorship across both placements, alongside the wider LiLaC/SPHR team as needed.

 

The successful applicants will be supported by the project leads and work within a friendly research environment. You will develop skills in research processes and writing for different audiences. You will be expected to complete a short report at the end of the internship plus either a blog or a practice/public-focused briefing (and there may be an opportunity to support dissemination activities).

 

Our team and the Division of Health Research provide a welcoming research environment that strongly supports the individual needs of each employee and which 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. We welcome applications from people in all diversity groups. 

Informal enquiries are welcome. Please contact Yessica Mestre (first project) y.mestre@lancaster.ac.uk or Zoe Swithenbank (second project) z.swithenbank@lancaster.ac.uk

Please submit a letter of application and CV and indicate which project you are applying for to:

Yessica Mestre for Project 1 (CREATE + Recognised, Not Retold) y.mestre@lancaster.ac.uk

Zoe Swithenbank for Project 2 (Systems/QCA project) z.swithenbank@lancaster.ac.uk 

Closing Date: 17 Jun 2026

Department: Casual

Salary: £24,215 to £26,093

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Today, In Short

Nick Jonas. Pattie Gonia. And the latest from the primaries.

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Senior Mechanical Engineering Technician - Manufacturing (0455-26)

The School of Engineering is looking to appoint 3 highly motivated individual to join our technical team in the Engineering Department.

You will provide technical support to the Department’s Mechanical and Chemical activities contributing to high quality teaching and research. 

The three roles are:

G6 Mechanical – Manufacturing (Conventional and CNC) - full time, indefinite role based on-site at Bailrigg

G5 Mechanical Engineering and Fabrication - full time, indefinite role based on-site at Bailrigg

G4 Chemical Engineering Support – 1 year fixed term contract based on-site at Bailrigg

Your work will include frequent liaison with teaching and research staff, undergraduate and post graduate students. You will also be expected to undertake work of a confidential nature on a regular basis. Applicants should be good communicators and be able to work both independently and as part of a team.

The School draws upon over five decades of excellence and innovation in engineering, and today is a thriving centre for research and teaching. Our mission is to perform world-leading research, and to use that research to help understand and solve engineering challenges of global significance.  We currently comprise over 120 members of staff and we work across mechanical, nuclear, chemical, robotics & control, electronics, materials and manufacturing engineering subject areas. In January 2024 we opened our second purpose-built engineering building, further increasing our experimental and laboratory facilities. 

You should have a strong commitment to supporting the teaching and research activities of the School and the on-campus staff and student experience at Lancaster, and also a willingness to engage in continuing professional development and outreach activity. 

The School of Engineering offers a highly collegial and stimulating environment for career development based on our departmental values of equity, diversity, and inclusivity. We are committed to family-friendly and flexible working policies on an individual basis as well as the Athena SWAN Charter and the Race Equality Charter, which recognise and celebrate good employment practice undertaken to address gender and race equality in higher education and research. Furthermore, we are active and progressive around sustainability, wellbeing and widening participation agendas. We particularly welcome applicants that are enthusiastic advocates of STEM.

Lancaster University is a signatory to the Technician Commitment and is a partner Affiliate of the NTDC (National Technician Development centre)

Guidance on the material to provide.

Cover letter: Please discuss why you are interested in one or more of these positions, your career goals, and how you anticipate this position will help you achieve those goals. Please also describe the skills you have developed that are relevant to this post and tell us about any skills you want to develop further.

CV: Please include the following sections: Education history; Professional experience/Employment history; Areas of expertise/Skills; Career development (e.g. training courses or workshops).

Supporting Statements: Please provide a supporting statement for each criterium in the Personal Specification document that is listed as being scored via “Supporting Statements”. This should include examples that provide evidence of your experience and expertise. Aim for one paragraph per criterium (~50-200 words). 

Informal enquiries about the role should be directed to Andrew Baker, Building and Laboratory Superintendent and Area Safety Officer.

(a.baker@lancaster.ac.uk)

Closing Date: 21 Jun 2026

Department: Support - Technical

Salary: £33,002 to £37,694 (Full-Time/Indefinite)

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Early Years Practitioner (0418-26)

Is this the job for you?

Are you passionate about working in Early Years  and providing quality early years education for the next generation? Do you want to do a job that makes a real difference? Do you want to grow your career and thrive in a dynamic creative work environment where imagination and energy are at the forefront of everything we do?

 We are seeking applicants for Early Years Practitioners roles. Full Time (36.5 hours ) and Part-Time hours available for candidates who already hold a Level 3 , full and relevant Childcare qualification. 

We want great people to work with our children and their families.

 What you’ll be doing

The Pre-School Centre is open approximately 50 weeks of the year with closures at Easter, Christmas, and all Bank Holidays.

 As an Early Years Practitioner or Support Assistant at Lancaster University, you’ll be an essential part of a fun and dynamic team that fosters a stimulating and safe environment for children to explore, learn, and grow. You'll engage with children through a wide range of valuable learning activities, turning everyday moments into learning adventures. 

 About you

To be a great fit for our Pre School team you will need:

• great customer service skills
• to be reliable and hard-working
• a willingness to learn new job-based skills
• a team-orientated and flexible approach.

 Why work with us

Our Pre-School Centre is awarded Outstanding by Ofsted. Our exceptional teamwork makes real positive change for our children, staff and the environment. We want you to be part of that team! Take a look at the facilities here: https://youtu.be/81Aw-nL95qo 

 Lancaster University’s main Bailrigg campus is a lovely place to work, combining a busy urban atmosphere while surrounded by green parkland and beautiful seasonal landscaping. We have lots of facilities on-site such as: a sports centre, shops, cafes, a multi-faith centre, a post office, and a fantastic library. There are numerous clubs, groups, and networks you can join to make friends with like-minded people. Lancaster University provides an environment that strongly supports the needs of each employee, promoting a healthy work-life balance.

 We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including: 

• competitive salary with annual reviews 
• generous employer pension scheme
• 39 days off a year which includes University closure days at Easter and Christmas and bank holidays 
• a family-friendly approach to those with parental or caring responsibilities
• additional flexible benefits to suit your needs and interests, some with tax-savings.

Find out about more of our employee benefits on our website - https://www.lancaster.ac.uk/jobs 

Want to find out more about joining our award-winning  Pre-School team and have an informal chat about the role? Please contact the Pre-School Centre  pscentre@lancaster.ac.uk 

Closing Date: 14 Jun 2026

Department: Support - Other

Salary: £24,215 to £26,093 (Full-Time/Indefinite)

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Ballet Tech Gave Them Dance. Now They Give Back.

Kids Dance, from the New York Public School for Dance, is debuting a work featuring alumni. That’s not the only way former students are involved with the school.

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Head of Vice-Chancellor's Office (0494-26)

Head of the Vice-Chancellor’s Office 

Are you an exceptional strategic leader with the judgement, influence and organisational insight to operate at the very centre of a leading global university?

As Head of the Vice-Chancellor’s Office, you will lead the strategic and operational activity of the Vice-Chancellor’s Office, providing high-level advice, coordination and support to the Vice-Chancellor and Strategic Leadership Team (SLT). Working across the breadth of the University, you will help shape institutional priorities, drive strategic initiatives and ensure the effective delivery of executive business in a complex and fast-moving environment. 

Lancaster University is recognised internationally for excellence in education, research and engagement. Our collegiate culture, global partnerships and commitment to making a positive difference create an environment where ambitious ideas can flourish. The Vice-Chancellor’s Office sits at the heart of this activity, enabling effective leadership, decision-making and institutional performance across our UK and international operations. 

We are seeking an outstanding individual with significant experience operating in a senior strategic, policy, governance or executive support environment. You will bring exceptional analytical and communication skills, political awareness, sound judgement and the ability to build credibility and influence with a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders. Experience of higher education, public policy, governance or complex organisational leadership would be highly advantageous. 

The role combines strategic planning, policy development, stakeholder engagement, executive coordination and leadership of the University’s Executive Support function. You will lead key institutional projects, working closely with the Vice-Chancellor, senior leaders, governing bodies, external partners and funding organisations, supporting major institutional priorities and helping to navigate emerging opportunities and challenges.

Join Lancaster University and play a central role in enabling ambitious leadership, effective decision-making and the successful delivery of our strategic priorities.

Applications should comprise:

- a short professional curriculum vitae
- a supporting statement/covering letter (maximum two A4 pages, Arial 11pt, normal margins)

Your supporting statement/covering letter should provide clear, evidence-based examples demonstrating how you meet the specifics outlined in the person specification.

To arrange an informal discussion about the role, please contact Becky Kay b.kay1@lancaster.ac.uk Executive Assistant to Susan Mitchell (Registrar, Secretary and Chief Operating Officer)

Closing Date: 22 Jun 2026

Department: Professional/Senior Management

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Developer (0400-26)

  Lancaster University Information Systems Services (ISS) department is looking for a Software Developer to join the Enterprise Operations team on a fixed-term basis until 23rd December 2026.

This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the modernisation of our application estate, develop new cloud‑ready services, and shape IT solutions used by over 15,000 students and 3,000 staff. You will join a collaborative team of experienced developers working across a diverse portfolio of bespoke applications, customised commercial systems, and externally managed products.

This role sits within an active, in-flight project focused on modernising a portfolio of existing system integrations. The successful candidate will play a key part in reviewing and updating current integrations to align with modern engineering standards and best practices, before implementing and deploying these changes onto a live production platform. They will join a collaborative team of five developers working on the same integration estate, leveraging established design patterns, reusable components, and shared approaches to ensure consistency, quality, and efficient delivery across the programme.

 

Key responsibilities will include 

• Develop, maintain, and enhance internal applications using modern .NET and JavaScript frameworks.
• Build and support RESTful APIs and systems integrations with internal and external services.
• Contribute to solution design, architecture discussions, and technical decision‑making.
• Assist with the modernisation of legacy ASP.NET Web Forms applications, applying contemporary engineering practices.
• Use existing CI/CD pipelines and actively participate in established DevOps processes.
• Optimise SQL databases, queries, and stored procedures.
• Support project delivery through both agile and waterfall methodologies.
• Participate in code reviews, technical documentation, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Respond to service requests and incidents in a timely, customer‑focused manner.

 

Essential skills and experiences

• Developing scalable C# .NET Core applications, including high‑performance API development.
• Maintaining and enhancing legacy ASP.NET Web Forms applications.
• Developing and optimising SQL databases and stored procedures.
• DevOps and CI/CD practices
• Designing and implementing system architectures and technical solutions.
• Working within Agile and Waterfall delivery environments.
• System integrations with internal and external systems and data sources.
• A degree, professional qualification, or equivalent relevant experience

 

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 2 days a week in the office.

For Internal University staff a secondment opportunity maybe considered for this role, please ensure you have agreement from your current line manager before you apply for the opportunity.  

Lancaster University is a global and inclusive institution, with students from over 100 countries and more than half of our staff from outside the UK. We are committed to fostering a diverse, welcoming environment where everyone can thrive and reach their potential.

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.

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: 15 Jun 2026

Department: Professional/Management

Salary: £39,906 to £46,049 Full time, Fixed Term

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Senior Research Associate - AI Agent Security (two posts) (0449-26)

AI Agent Security & Safety

We are seeking candidates to join our AI security group at Lancaster University, and  become part of this rapidly growing research field.

This position focuses on AI Agent Security, and specifically Shadow AI. ShadowAI – the deployment and use of Artificial Intelligence within an organisation without knowledge or approval from security teams – is a major issue within companies, given the rapid uptake of agents within organisations. ShadowAI is often hidden or embedded within software applications, and introduces threats spanning model backdoors, coordinated attacks, AI safety issues, and data leakage. This is particularly problematic given the introduction of ShadowAI at the computing edge to the wider organisation. Current tools and methods proposed across both academia and industry are unable to address this issue.

In this project, you will research how to defend AI agents from cyber attack. This research will provide opportunities resources atypical to a postdoctoral post, including a rapidly growing AI security lab, a large-scale GPU datacenter containing state-of-the-art foundation models, as well as direct collaboration with an award-winning AI security company Mindgard (https://mindgard.ai/), where you will work with industry researchers to tackle real-world problems. This project is a rare opportunity to become among the very few researchers in the world specialising in AI system security – an area that is becoming increasingly sought after in both academia and industry.

You will have a PhD in Computer Science, with expertise within cyber security, Artificial Intelligence, or distributed systems. Direct experience within AI security, Adversarial Machine Learning, or workload anomaly detection would be a bonus. Findings of this research are intended to be rapidly disseminated into industry, thus experience with developing prototypes and good software development skills are desirable.

The Edge AI Hub (https://edgeaihub.co.uk) is a £10M EPSRC project dedicated to systematic understanding of Cyber Disturbances in the context of edge AI. Successful candidates are expected to contribute to the research theme by carrying out cutting edge research work in security and privacy of AI applications and processes on the edge. This is a unique opportunity to work with an international team of researchers spanning multiple institutions in academia and industry as part of the flagship UKRI hub in AI. 

The School of Computing and Communications at Lancaster University was ranked 14th in the UK for research power according to the Research Excellence Framework (REF) 2021, with 94% of research rated world-leading (4*) or internationally excellent (3*). Lancaster University Cybersecurity represents an area of major strategic importance for Lancaster and we have recently announced a £19m programme of investment in Security and Protection Science. Lancaster University is the only institution in the Northwest recognised as an ACE-CSR, ACE-CSE, and offering a double-certified (NCSC and BCS) MSc in Cyber Security.

Closing Date: 28 Jun 2026

Department: Research

Salary: £39,906 to £46,049 (Full-Time/Indefinite with End Date)

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Senior Research Associate (0320-26)

The School of Social Sciences within the Faculty of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences (FHASS) is seeking to appoint a full-time Senior Research Associate to join the University’s new interdisciplinary Mental Health Research Group (MHRG) funded by the National Institute for Health Research (NIHR, 2026 - 2031).

The Senior Research Associate will play an essential role within a team of researchers who will deliver a programme of innovative participatory research, focused on the co-design of a peer-led intervention for preventing family breakdown in vulnerable groups with unmet mental health needs. The work will take place in Greater Lancashire and South Cumbria. The proposed programme of research speaks directly to growing concerns about mental health and family breakdown, in a context of high rates of children in public care.  The Association of Directors of Children’s Services have identified mental health difficulties as the most common and rising risk factor in children’s social care assessments. While clinical treatment plays an important role in addressing mental health to prevent family breakdown, formal clinical services cannot meet the everyday mental health and wellbeing needs of parents. The proposed programme of research draws on evidence that co-designed peer support, mentoring, and advocacy can fill this gap, by responding to everyday mental distress, creating durable support networks, and often providing a bridge to formal services. The programme of work will include a targeted focus on the Gypsy Roma and Traveller Communities, alongside parents involved with mainstream mental health services.

You will have completed, or be close to completion of, their doctoral studies in a related field. Relevant professional experience is also welcome, given the post will involve extensive external stakeholder engagement. You will need to have a keen interest in participatory research methods, and have strong organisational and interpersonal skills together with a proven ability to establish relationships with service users, statutory services, voluntary organisations, academics and clinicians. You must have robust knowledge of methods of searching and reviewing literature, qualitative data collection, data management and methods of qualitative data analysis. Prior research experience is highly desirable. 

Support, development and mentoring in this role will be provided by the Research theme leads, as well as partner organisations. The postholder will be encouraged to develop their own scholarship within the programme of work, and to be an active member of the wider MHRG.  If you are a self-directed and committed individual with an interest in child welfare, parenting and mental health research, we welcome your application.

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. Our School of Social Sciences and the Faculty of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences (FHASS), provides a friendly environment that strongly supports the individual needs of each employee and which actively promotes a healthy work-life balance. The Faculty is committed to family-friendly and flexible working policies. You will also have excellent opportunities to collaborate with colleagues within the Faculty of Health and Medicine (FHM).   

You will join Lancaster University on an indefinite contract with a start date of the 1^st of July 2026. Although this is an indefinite contract, the role remains contingent on external funding, which is due to come to an end on 30^th June 2031. The post is available on a full-time basis, but we are open to discussing flexible working arrangements.   The successful applicant will be able to work on a hybrid basis, but will be required to travel across Greater Lancashire and South Cumbria to fulfil their duties.  

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:

Professor Karen Broadhurst:  Email: k.broadhurst@lancaster.ac.uk Dr Joanna Kostka: Email: j.kostka@lancaster.ac.uk

Closing Date: 19 Jun 2026

Department: Research

Salary: £39,906 to £46,049 (Full time, indefinite with end date)

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NIHR Clinical Lectureship x2 (0151-26-R)

Applications are invited for a NIHR funded integrated academic training clinical lecturer post in Neurology, Public Health Medicine or General Practice at Lancaster Medical School. Two posts are available for up to four years: according to the clinical training needs of the successful candidate to obtain a CCT. General Practitioners (GPs) can only apply if they have completed their clinical training and obtained a CCT. You will join us on a fixed-term contract lasting a maximum of four years or until completion of clinical training (CCT)*, whichever is sooner.

You will have the opportunity to undertake internationally regarded research and share responsibility for elements of undergraduate and postgraduate teaching programmes. You will be awarded a training contract with Health Education England Northwest in the specialist registrar/specialty trainee grade or equivalent and an honorary contract with a relevant NHS Trust*.

One post is in the NIHR priority theme of digital research. The theme is looking to encourage training and research around the development and delivery of digital health and care interventions, digital research methodology and ‘big data’ analysis Research could include the use of Artificial Intelligence and machine-learning approaches and emerging digital technologies such as non-contact sensors, smartphones, and computer tablets. This theme could also include research in data analytics and predictive analytics, precision medicine (genomics), and virtual & augmented reality. This theme is focused on delivering equitable, cost-effective digital health interventions to deliver patient benefits as well as the wider use of large data sets and how this is used in research, including digital analysis methods.

There may be the potential for opportunities in other GMC registered specialties if research interests align with faculty strengths. 

To be eligible, you must hold (or have submitted) your PhD/MD at the time you apply; and must have been fully awarded your degree by 30 September 2026.  You must hold a current National Training Number (NTN) in the relevant specialty and be more than 12 months prior to CCT at time of appointment* (*not relevant for GP candidate). 

The research element of the post will be based in the Faculty of Health and Medicine at Lancaster University. The clinical component will be centred around clinical settings in Lancashire and the surrounding area. For GP candidates there is some geographical flexibility for exceptional candidates who meet all other criteria.

You must be able to take up the post by 30 September 2026

Application is via our online portal at https://hr-jobs.lancs.ac.uk/ and must include the following attachments:

1. A Curriculum Vitae
2. NIHR Supplementary Questions for candidates form (attached): 

*Please refer to appendix 2 of this document*

Interview date will be advertised in due course, but the successful candidate must be in post by 30 September 2026.

Lancaster University is committed to providing equal opportunities for all and offers a range of family-friendly policies. The University is a charter member of Athena SWAN and has held a bronze award since 2008. The Faculty of Health and Medicine gained the silver award in 2013. We are committed to being an inclusive university that values all staff, and we are happy to consider job share applications and requests for flexible working arrangements from our employees.

General enquiries should be made to Dr Amy Gadoud (Academic Training Programme Director and Consultant in Palliative Medicine), email: a.gadoud@lancaster.ac.uk or Beth Whittaker (ICAT Programme Manager), email: b.whittaker@lancaster.ac.uk

Closing Date: 05 Jun 2026

Department: Research

Salary: Clinical Academic Pay Scales

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Chief People Officer (0487-26)

Lancaster University is a leading global research institution, rooted in its local community and defined by academic excellence and a strong sense of purpose. Consistently ranked among the top universities in the UK and internationally, and recognised with a TEF Gold award for teaching excellence, Lancaster brings together world-class research and an outstanding student experience within a distinctive collegiate culture. With a turnover of c.£400m, 3,500 staff and more than 29,000 students, the University combines global reach with a close-knit, supportive academic community and a strong sense of regional and international impact. 

Our ambition is to be sustainable, academically excellent and recognised as one of the leading universities in the world. Our success is driven by our people, and as we continue to evolve in an increasingly complex higher education landscape, the Chief People Officer will be central to shaping a culture in which colleagues can thrive and perform at their best.

To build on this strong foundation, we are seeking to appoint an outstanding Chief People Officer (CPO). Reporting to the Registrar, Secretary and Chief Operating Officer, and as a member of the University Strategic Leadership Team, the CPO will play a crucial leadership role at a time of significant change for Lancaster and the wider higher education landscape, with staff experience at the heart of the University’s priorities.

The CPO will provide strategic leadership across the full people, organisational development and transformation agenda. Working closely with the Vice-Chancellor and senior leadership team, you will shape and deliver a progressive and forward-looking People and Culture Plan aligned to the University’s priorities, ensuring Lancaster has the capability, culture and workforce profile required for long-term success.

We are seeking a strategic and values-driven leader with experience operating at Executive or Board level in a complex organisation. You will bring a strong track record of leading large-scale organisational change, building high-performing teams, and delivering both strategic and operational excellence. You will be confident navigating employee relations and trade union engagement, and able to build trusted relationships and influence across a wide range of stakeholders. With excellent judgement, emotional intelligence and communication skills, you will be adept at operating in a collegial and intellectually dynamic environment.

While experience in higher education is advantageous, we welcome candidates from related sectors who can demonstrate delivery of organisation-wide transformation and cultural change.

This is an exceptional opportunity to join a globally recognised university at a pivotal moment, shaping the environment in which its people can thrive and enabling Lancaster to deliver its long-term vision. 

For further information, including details of how to apply, please visit: www.odgers.com/96117

Closing date: Friday 26th June at 5.30pm 
Final interviews: Thursday 17th September

 Lancaster University is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of the community.

 

 

 

Closing Date: 26 Jun 2026

Department: Professional/Management

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Research Associate - Statistician (0333-26)

We are looking to appoint a highly motivated and resilient individual with excellent communication skills, the capacity to work collaboratively as part of a team and the ability to solve problems creatively to join us as a Research Associate (RA) - Statistician within the group of Dr Isobelle Clarke in the ESRC Centre for Corpus Approaches to Social Science in Linguistics and English Language. 

This position is funded by the UKRI Future Leader’s Fellowship scheme. The successful applicant will join a team of researchers based at Lancaster University working on the project ‘A Multi-Dimensional Understanding of the Digital Far Right’. 

The project has three core aims:

1. To systematically identify how far right groups vary (what linguistic features and repertoires they share and how the most high risk content compares).
2. To develop an innovative methodology to allow for (1).
3. To provide training of (1) and (2) to law enforcement.

The applicant should hold an MSc (or BSc with 1^st class honours) in statistics or a relevant field, have a background in multivariate statistical techniques, clustering techniques, sparse data and zero-inflation techniques and a critical academic interest in far right discourse. 

This is a fixed term position at 1.0 FTE for a period of 12 months.  

Lancaster University is highly ranked and research-led and situated near the historic city of Lancaster. The North West of England offers high standards of living, beautiful countryside, including the Lake District, and excellent national and international transport connectivity.  See Jobs - Lancaster University.

For informal enquiries, please contact Dr Isobelle Clarke, Lecturer in Security and Protection Science; UKRI Future Leaders Fellow i.clarke@lancaster.ac.uk 

 

Closing Date: 07 Jun 2026

Department: Research

Salary: £33,002 to £37,694 (Full time, indefinite with end date)

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Lecturer in Design Interactions (0372-26)

LANCASTER UNIVERSITY COLLEGE AT BEIJING JIAOTONG UNIVERSITY (Shandong, China)

Full time Design lecturer (teaching and scholarship): Grade 7 to commence from September 2026

Salary: depending on qualifications and experience: Grade 7 range from £41,064– £46,049

This is an exciting opportunity to join a joint institute between Lancaster University and Beijing Jiaotong University (BJTU). The campus is located in a remote seaside town, one hour south of Weihai city in Eastern Shandong province, within the ‘Nanhai New District’ along the Southern coastline of the Shandong Peninsula. The campus and surrounding community are gaining a fast-growing reputation for their clean air, golden beaches, and ecological parkland. The campus is served by an adjacent bus station and a high-speed railway station that connects Nanhai to other cities, including Beijing. Weihai airport, which offers both domestic and international flights, is less than an hour away.

After a probationary period, you will be employed on an indefinite contract and based on the campus in China for two semesters, each lasting 16 weeks. The remuneration package includes free furnished accommodation, medical coverage, an employer-contributed pension scheme, and two return flights. The accommodation is conveniently located near the teaching campus with amenities nearby.

You will teach modules within the Design Interaction programme, which is a four-year undergraduate degree. The programme leads to a dual award from both Lancaster University and Beijing Jiaotong University.

The new Design lecturer should focus primarily on delivering high-quality teaching across core Design Interaction areas such as Critical Reflections, Introduction to Design and Advanced Design Interactions, with the flexibility to cover any related undergraduate modules as needed. 

The role places a strong emphasis on effective pedagogy, clear and rigorous assessment design, the integration of digital and information systems perspectives where appropriate, and meaningful student support. You will also contribute to program development, quality assurance, and other academic responsibilities within the Design Interactions program.

Applicants should hold a PhD in relevant areas. For those who have not undertaken a teaching qualification, there will be an opportunity to work towards a Postgraduate Certificate in Educational Practice.

Successful candidates must be available to commence the role by the beginning of September 2026. This role is subject to obtaining suitable visa documentation prior to deployment to China.

Enquiries to: 

Glynn Stockton: Director of Studies for Design Interactions (Undergraduate): g.stockton@lancaster.ac.uk

Closing Date: 12 Jun 2026

Department: Academic

Salary: £41,064 to £46,049 (Full-Time/Indefinite)

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Anglican Chaplain - Lancaster University (0468-26)

Advertised on behalf of The Blackburn Diocesan Boards of Education and Finance (BDBE/F)

Anglican Chaplain - Lancaster University 

Help shape a welcoming, thoughtful and supportive faith community within one of the UK’s leading universities

Lancaster University is seeking an Anglican Chaplain to join our Multi-Faith Chaplaincy Team and help nurture a compassionate, inclusive and spiritually enriching environment for students and staff from all backgrounds and beliefs.

This is a unique opportunity for a priest who values pastoral presence, meaningful connection and collaborative ministry, and who is passionate about accompanying people through some of the most formative moments of their lives.

Based at the heart of our vibrant campus community, you will work closely with colleagues across the University and Diocese to support wellbeing, belonging, reflection and spiritual growth. You will help create spaces where people feel listened to, valued and able to explore faith, purpose and vocation in an open and hospitable environment.

Working alongside the Lead Chaplain and wider chaplaincy team, you will contribute to an established and growing worshipping community while also building supportive relationships across the wider University, local churches and student organisations.

What you will bring

We are looking for someone who:

• Is an ordained Anglican priest in good standing

• Brings warmth, empathy and emotional intelligence to pastoral relationships

• Enjoys building trusted relationships across diverse communities

• Feels comfortable working collaboratively within a multi-faith environment

• Can support and encourage students and staff through challenge, transition and growth

• Is thoughtful, reflective and grounded in their own faith journey

• Has the confidence to work with initiative while remaining supportive and collegiate

• Values inclusion, dialogue and community building

Experience of chaplaincy within education or student settings would be welcomed, although we also recognise that ministry experience can be gained through a variety of contexts.

About the role

The Anglican Chaplain will:

• Offer pastoral support to students and staff of all faiths and none

• Help foster a welcoming Christian presence across campus

• Support the development of the University’s worshipping community

• Work alongside student groups, local churches and faith organisations

• Contribute to events and moments important to University life, including graduations, memorial services and seasonal celebrations

• Support wellbeing initiatives and signpost students and staff to specialist services where appropriate

• Play an active role within the wider Multi-Faith Chaplaincy Team

The role offers considerable opportunity to shape ministry around your gifts, interests and experience.

 

About Lancaster University

Lancaster University is a globally connected institution with a strong sense of community and collegiate identity. The Chaplaincy plays an important role in supporting the wellbeing, belonging and personal development of our diverse student and staff population.

 

Interfaith cooperation and respectful dialogue are central to the work of the Chaplaincy Team, which includes honorary chaplains and faith advisers from a range of traditions.

 Terms and benefits

• Salary: £37,237 per annum

• Full time, 42 hours over 6 days per week

• Part-time applications welcomed

• 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays

• Pension scheme with employer contribution

• Based at Lancaster University campus

Additional information

There is a Genuine Occupational Requirement for the post holder to be a practising Christian and a member of the Anglican Church in accordance with Schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010.

 Enhanced DBS clearance will be required for the successful candidate.

Closing date

8 June 2026
 Interviews: 19 June 2026

For an informal conversation about the role, please contact:

Rev John Rogers
j.e.rogers@lancaster.ac.uk

 or

Rev Craig Abbott
craig.abbott@blackburn.anglican.org

 

To submit your application please visit https://www.blackburn.anglican.org/general-vacancies

 

Closing Date: 08 Jun 2026

Department: Support - Other

Salary: £37,237

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Senior Finance Analyst (0441-26)

Senior Finance Analyst

12 Month Fixed-Term Contract

Finance Division - Bailrigg Campus (Hybrid Working Available)

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.

About the Role

Lancaster University is seeking a motivated and proactive Senior Finance Analyst to join our Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) team. This role will support Professional Services and other non-faculty areas providing high-quality financial insight to support effective planning, budgeting and decision-making.

Working closely with the Finance Partner and colleagues across the Finance Division, you will support budget holders and senior colleagues by delivering accurate reporting, analysis and financial advice.

Key Responsibilities

• Produce timely and accurate management reports and financial analysis
• Assist budget holders in monitoring financial performance and understanding variances
• Support the preparation of annual budgets and in-year forecasts
• Contribute to business planning and financial modelling activities
• Support financial processes and reporting improvements
• Build effective working relationships with finance and non-finance colleagues
• Ensure compliance with financial policies, procedures and deadlines

About You

We are looking for a collaborative and analytical finance professional who can turn financial data into clear insight.

You will bring:

• Experience in a finance, management accounting or financial analysis role
• Strong analytical skills with excellent attention to detail
• Confidence explaining financial information to non-finance stakeholders
• Good organisational skills and the ability to manage competing deadlines
• Strong Excel skills and experience using financial systems and reporting tools
• A proactive, service-focused approach and commitment to continuous improvement

You will be:

• AAT qualified or able to demonstrate equivalent relevant experience
• Actively studying towards (or willing to study towards) a recognised professional accountancy qualification (CIMA or CCAB)

What We Offer

• Competitive salary
• 25 days annual leave plus University closure days at Christmas and Easter
• Hybrid working arrangements
• Opportunities for professional development
• Flexible benefits package
• Family-friendly and work-life balance policies

Applicants must meet all the essential criteria on the Person Specification to be considered for interview. Lancaster University promotes equality of opportunity and diversity within the workplace and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.

For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Iqbal Hasan, Director of Financial Planning & Analysis at iqbal.hasan@lancaster.ac.uk

Closing Date: 10 Jun 2026

Department: Support - Administrative

Salary: £33,002 to £37,694 full time, fixed term

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Recruitment Assistant (0343-26)

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a driven and customer-focused Recruitment Service Assistant at Lancaster University’s new Employment and Recruitment Service. The service is an exciting new initiative, launched in September 2014 managing in-house temporary recruitment on behalf of the University and operating as a commercial temporary & permanent recruitment service within the local area to gain employment opportunities for Lancaster’s Students and Graduates.

Working at a student-facing Recruitment Service Desk, you will be a confident communicator proficient in a range of media, be able to analyse bulk data, be proactive in solving problems with a proven track record in outstanding customer service and have a keen eye for detail. You will demonstrate the ability to deliver outstanding customer service and build, manage and maintain long-term relationships, and enjoy financial processes including issuing timesheet administration, payroll queries, invoices, and budget reconciliation.

You will be a service driven and results-orientated with excellent general IT and administrative skills and have a good first level of education (minimum 5 GCSEs Grades A-C, including Maths and English). This is a great opportunity for an administrator looking for the opportunity to support a new recruitment process within the world of student and graduate employment at one the UK’s leading Higher Education Institutes.

Applicants must meet all the essential criteria on the Person Specification to be considered for interview. This is a full-time permanent role with hybrid working options.

We strongly encourage applications from candidates seeking part-time or job share opportunities. 

BENEFITS IN ROLE

• Annual leave - 25 days (pro-rata) plus university closure days and bank holidays.
• Access to employee pension scheme, and annual flexible benefits scheme.
• We are committed to promoting Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion across the Faculty, and supporting family-friendly and flexible working policies on an individual basis.

Closing Date: 02 Jun 2026

Department: Support - Administrative

Salary: £24,215 to £26,093 full time, fixed term

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25 States Sue Over Changes Limiting Federal Loans for Nursing Degrees

Governors and attorneys general from the states and District of Columbia argue the Education Department’s decision not to label nursing as a professional degree will contribute to worker shortages.

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Teaching Fellow in Mechanical Engineering (0382-26)

We are seeking to appoint a Teaching Fellow in Mechanical Engineering to deliver high quality teaching on our undergraduate and postgraduate engineering degree programmes. You will contribute to the School of Engineering’s international reputation for teaching, and engagement in Mechanical Engineering, helping to create and shape a vibrant academic community within the field at Lancaster.

Our School of Engineering community draws upon over five decades of excellence and innovation in engineering, and today we are a thriving centre for research and education that value diverse backgrounds and perspectives. We currently comprise over 70 staff and over 100 research students working together across nuclear, chemical, robotics & control, electronics and materials engineering subject areas to foster innovation and meet the global challenges of our times.

Lancaster University is one of the UK’s leading research-intensive HEIs with 91% of its research ranked as world leading or internationally excellent. The University was TEF Gold, Times/Sunday Times University of the Year (2018) and Times/Sunday Times International University of the Year (2020), recognising our ongoing commitment to both research and teaching and major investments in our campus and facilities.

We are committed to attracting, developing and retaining individuals who share and support our commitment to promote an inclusive working and teaching community where everyone can thrive. We welcome applicants from underrepresented groups in engineering, and particularly those identifying as women. We provide family friendly, flexible working arrangements with staff networks and inclusive facilities to promote a healthy work-life balance for our staff https://www.lancaster.ac.uk/about-us/our-campus/family-friendly-lancaster/ Our supportive working environment is recognised by our Athena Swan and Race Equality Charter awards.  https://www.lancaster.ac.uk/edi/.

To arrange an informal discussion about this role please contact Professor Raffaella Villa (r.villa@lancaster.ac.uk).

Closing Date: 14 Jun 2026

Department: Academic

Salary: £41,064 to £46,049 (Full time, indefinite)

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The Generation That Grew Up With A.I. Hates It

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Academic Registrar (0404-26)

We are seeking an outstanding strategic leader to join the University as Academic Registrar.

This is a pivotal role with responsibility for leading academic administration and education services across the institution. Working closely with academic and professional services colleagues, the Academic Registrar will help shape an excellent student experience through high-quality, inclusive and effective services, systems and processes which take account of regulatory compliance obligations in English higher education.

The role provides leadership across key areas including student records and assessment, academic quality, timetabling, student conduct, regulatory compliance, student systems and data management. The postholder will also act as Deputy Director of the Student and Education Services Division and will be a core member of the SES leadership team.

We are looking for a collaborative and forward-thinking leader who can build strong relationships across a complex organisation and inspire teams through change.

This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the University’s strategic ambitions and to lead services that have a direct impact on students, staff and partners.

We are looking for someone who can demonstrate:

• Experience of successfully leading teams, services or major projects in a complex organisation
• A collaborative and inclusive leadership style
• The ability to lead change and improve services through innovation, systems and data
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Understanding of compliance and regulatory frameworks
• A commitment to delivering excellent user-focused services

For an informal conversation about the role, please contact Alison Mullan, Director of Students, Education and Academic Services on a.mullan@lancaster.ac.uk.

Closing Date: 01 Jun 2026

Department: Professional/Senior Management

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Good Luck, Grads!

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My Classmate, ChatGPT

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Finishing School

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Josh Tyrangiel book excerpt: How OpenAI and Khan Academy Made a Chatbot

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‘No Essay’ College Scholarships May Have Unseen Strings Attached

Unlike traditional financial aid, the prizes are awarded by random drawings. The websites, in turn, gain access to applicants’ personal information.

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N.Y.U. Class of 2026 Graduates After Studying Through Turbulent Years

The graduates from New York University witnessed protests and the Trump administration’s crackdown on higher education.

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Will Her Daughter Be Safe at Pali High as It Rebuilds From LA Wildfires?

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Pro-Vice-Chancellor for Education (0365-26)

Are you an exceptional senior academic leader who can shape and deliver the future of education at one of the UK’s leading universities?

As Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Education), you will join Lancaster University’s executive team at a significant moment in the institution’s development, shaping the strategic direction of education across the University. Working closely with the Vice-Chancellor, Deputy Vice-Chancellor and colleagues across the institution, you will drive educational quality, performance and innovation, providing leadership across teaching and learning, student outcomes, TEF, curriculum development, digital and AI-enabled education, and the wider student experience across undergraduate and postgraduate provision. 

Lancaster is proud of its academic excellence, collegiate culture and global outlook. We are consistently ranked among the UK’s top universities and we are committed to delivering transformational education while responding confidently to the changing higher education landscape.

We are seeking an outstanding leader with professorial standing, significant senior experiences in empowering high performing team and a proven ability to deliver strategic educational change. You will bring a deep understanding of the higher education landscape, strong partnership-building skills, and a commitment to inclusive, research-informed and future-focused education within a complex institutional environment.

You will play a central role in shaping Lancaster’s future direction and educational progression. This role is offered on the senior salary framework for an initial four-year term, overlaying a substantive academic appointment.

Candidates are invited to explore the opportunity further before submitting an application by visiting our dedicated microsite https://www.lancaster.ac.uk/jobs/pro-vice-chancellor-education/

Join Lancaster University and help shape an educational experience that is progressive, inclusive and internationally recognised for excellence.

Closing Date: 10 Jun 2026

Department: Professional/Senior Management

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