Now is a very exciting time to be joining us because we are delivering a new "Towards 2030" strategic plan focused on making the most of our three most valuable assets; People, Place and Partnerships, to become a catalyst for economic well-being for our region, nationally and internationally. 

We are seeking a Lecturer in Secondary Education to join our team of academics based at the Lancaster Campus. You will bring relevant experience of secondary school teaching and higher education to the team to allow you to contribute to our well respected, established PGCE Programme. You will work in partnership with our School-based partners to support them to provide high quality provision and provide relevant quality assurance. You will also contribute to the teaching of the PGCE programme as well as support marketing and recruitment activity. 

We are seeking innovative, creative, high quality researchers, and scholars to foster a culture of exploration, discovery and intellectual challenge that generates international recognition, respect and engagement.

Informal Enquiries

Richard Doherty - Principal Lecturer for Initial Teacher Education - richard.doherty@cumbria.ac.uk 

In return, the University offers an attractive benefits package including 35 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, 25 research and scholarly activity days, support for professional development, support to achieve Higher Education Academy/Advance HE accreditation, mentor provision in the first year of employment and opportunity for career development.

For more information about the University of Cumbria, click here. 

Closing Date: 06 Oct 2026

Sub Section: Academic

Salary: £38,784 with incremental progression to £43,482 (pro rata)

Now is an exciting time to be joining us because we are delivering the ‘Towards 2030’ strategic plan, focused on making the most of our three key assets; People, Place and Partnerships, to become a catalyst for economic well-being for our region, nationally and internationally.  

We are seeking innovative, creative, high-quality scholars to foster a culture of exploration, discovery and intellectual challenge that generates international recognition, respect and engagement.  The University is recognised as leaders and a centre of expertise in the delivery of project management and project controls education.  For over ten years we have been building lasting relationships with both regional and national employers, for example, in the defence sector, nuclear, healthcare and the automotive industries.

This post is for a lecturer to teach project management (with some project controls) to undergraduate learners.  Our delivery currently takes place through a range of modes, including online and in-place, at a number of locations. For this post, the in-place delivery may be in Portsmouth, or one of our campuses in the north-west (for example, Lancaster, Carlisle and Barrow) to be agreed as part of the recruitment process.

Based in the Faculty of Business, Industry and Leadership, you will be working with a well-established team of academics and tutors, and contributing to the delivery of project management and project controls education to over 1,000 students, mostly on undergraduate integrated higher degree apprenticeship programmes.  The role includes curriculum development, assessment, personal tutoring, working with employers and collaboration on programme enhancement.

We are particularly seeking an experienced educator and/or project professional who has a background of working, leading, training or educating, in industry and the workplace.  Whether you are an existing academic or currently work as a trainer and are ready to embrace a new challenge, or you have senior experience working in industry and are looking to share your knowledge and expertise, we would like to hear from you.  A strong commitment to high-quality teaching is essential.  Membership of a relevant professional body is desirable.

Informal Enquiries: Ros Lishman | Principal Lecturer in Project Management and Industrial Skills | ros.lishman@cumbria.ac.uk

In return, the University offers an attractive benefits package including 35 days' annual leave (pro rata) plus bank holidays, 25 research and scholarly activity days (pro rata), support for professional development, support to achieve Higher Education Academy/Advance HE accreditation, mentor provision in the first year of employment and opportunity for career development.

For more information about the University of Cumbria, click here. 

Closing Date: 07 Oct 2026

Sub Section: Academic

Salary: £38,784 pro rata with incremental progression to £43,482 pro rata

Now is an exciting time to be joining us because we are delivering the ‘Towards 2030’ strategic plan, focused on making the most of our three key assets; People, Place and Partnerships, to become a catalyst for economic well-being for our region, nationally and internationally.  We are seeking innovative, creative, high-quality scholars to foster a culture of exploration, discovery and intellectual challenge that generates international recognition, respect and engagement.  The University is recognised as leaders and a centre of expertise in the delivery of project management and project controls education.  For over ten years we have been building lasting relationships with both regional and national employers, for example, in the defence sector, nuclear, healthcare and the automotive industries.

This post is for a lecturer to teach project management (with some project controls) to undergraduate learners.  Our delivery currently takes place through a range of modes, including online and in-place, at a number of locations. For this post, the in-place delivery will predominately be in Portsmouth, but there may be a requirement to deliver at other locations such as our campuses in the north-west, on occasion.

Based in the Faculty of Business, Industry and Leadership, you will be working with a well-established team of academics and tutors, and contributing to the delivery of project management and project controls education to over 1,000 students, mostly on undergraduate integrated higher degree apprenticeship programmes.  The role includes curriculum development, assessment, personal tutoring, working with employers and collaboration on programme enhancement.

We are particularly seeking an experienced educator and/or project professional who has a background of working, leading, training or educating, in industry and the workplace.  Whether you are an existing academic or currently work as a trainer and are ready to embrace a new challenge, or you have senior experience working in industry and are looking to share your knowledge and expertise, we would like to hear from you.   A strong commitment to high-quality teaching is essential. Membership of a relevant professional body is desirable.

Informal Enquiries: Ros Lishman | Principal Lecturer in Project Management and Industrial Skills | ros.lishman@cumbria.ac.uk

In return, the University offers an attractive benefits package including 35 days' annual leave (pro rata) plus bank holidays, 25 research and scholarly activity days (pro rata), support for professional development, support to achieve Higher Education Academy/Advance HE accreditation, mentor provision in the first year of employment and opportunity for career development.

For more information about the University of Cumbria, click here.

Closing Date: 07 Oct 2026

Sub Section: Academic

Salary: £38,784 pro rata with incremental progression to £43,482 pro rata

Now is a very exciting time to be joining us because we are delivering a new "Towards 2030" strategic plan focused on making the most of our three most valuable assets; People, Place and Partnerships, to become a catalyst for economic well-being for our region, nationally and internationally.

The North West Ambulance Service (NWAS), in conjunction with the University of Cumbria, are seeking applications for a 2-year fixed term Clinical Lecturer or this can be a secondment opportunity. The successful post holder will work with the academic team to deliver the University's BSc (Hons) in Paramedic Science 

The post will be based in Lancaster however there may be the requirement to travel to neighbouring Trusts to support the delivery of the same programme. The post holder should be an appropriately registered healthcare professional with experience of working within the pre-hospital environment as well as experience in delivering either ambulance based pre-hospital education or Higher Education Institution based healthcare education. Post holders will be supported to complete the first module of the postgraduate certificate in learning and teaching in higher education if this has not been achieved already. In addition, a bespoke induction programme will be available for new starters to engage with to support their transition into Higher Education.  

The University is committed to nurturing an environment where its employees, students and visitors are treated fairly and with respect at all times. We recognise that if we provide a fully inclusive working and studying environment, we will enable everyone to perform to the best of their ability. Recognising, embracing and valuing difference will lead to improvements for everyone, including: 

• A more diverse staff and student population;
• A better working and studying environment;
• Attracting and retaining the very best staff and students;
• Achieving the University mission, vision and values;
• Meeting and exceeding the challenging targets and performance indicators in the University corporate plan.

*Please be aware that we are unable to appoint secondees holding skilled worker visas*

The post will be based in Lancaster; however, there will be a requirement to travel to the Liverpool delivery site to support the delivery 

Informal Enquiries: Principal Lecturer Antony Freeman | Email : antony.freeman@cumbria.ac.uk or Tel: 01228 242794

For more information about the University of Cumbria, click here.  

Closing Date: 05 Oct 2026

Sub Section: Academic

Salary: £38,784 with incremental progression to £ 43,482

Now is a very exciting time to be joining us because we are delivering a new "Towards 2030" strategic plan focused on making the most of our three most valuable assets; People, Place and Partnerships, to become a catalyst for economic well-being for our region, nationally and internationally. 

We are seeking innovative, creative high quality teachers with recent Primary experience with the potential to become high quality researchers, and scholars to foster a culture of exploration, discovery and intellectual challenge that generates international recognition, respect and engagement. The role is based at our East London campus and will involve primarily face to face teaching on our Undergraduate and Postgraduate programmes. Additionally the role also includes partnership work with schools involving sourcing placements and QA visits. 

Informal Enquiries:

Farhat Ibrahim - Academic Team Leader - farhat.ibrahim@cumbria.ac.uk

In return, the University offers an attractive benefits package including 35 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, 25 research and scholarly activity days, support for professional development, support to achieve Higher Education Academy/Advance HE accreditation, mentor provision in the first year of employment and opportunity for career development.

For more information about the University of Cumbria, click here. 

Closing Date: 12 Oct 2026

Sub Section: Academic

Salary: £38,784 with incremental progression to £43,482 plus London weighting (£4,854.00 per annum)

Now is a very exciting time to be joining us because we are delivering a new "Towards 2030" strategic plan focused on making the most of our three most valuable assets; People, Place and Partnerships, to become a catalyst for economic well-being for our region, nationally and internationally.

We are seeking an enthusiastic and committed Lecturer in Nursing to join our academic team. This is an exciting opportunity to support the education of future nurses while contributing to innovative nursing programmes that respond to the needs of healthcare services and communities.

You will contribute to teaching and learning across a range of programmes including MSc Nursing, BSc Nursing, Registered Nurse Degree Apprenticeship and Nursing Associate programmes. Working collaboratively with colleagues and practice partners, you will help deliver high-quality teaching, support students’ professional development and contribute to curriculum innovation.

About the role

As a Lecturer in Nursing, you will:

Deliver engaging teaching in a range of settings including lectures, seminars and skills sessions

Contribute to module leadership and curriculum development

Support students through academic supervision, assessment and pastoral care

Supervise student projects and practice learning where appropriate

Contribute to scholarly activity and the development of evidence-informed teaching

Work collaboratively with colleagues and healthcare partners

Participate in recruitment activities such as open days and applicant interviews

You will play an important role in creating an inclusive and supportive learning environment that inspires students and prepares them for contemporary nursing practice.

About you

You will be a registrant with the NMC and be passionate about nursing education and committed to delivering an excellent student experience.

You will be expected to actively engage with professional research/knowledge exchange and scholarship to support teaching activities and extend, transform and apply knowledge acquired from scholarship and research to teaching. As well as the requisite academic and technical skills, the post holder will be required to evidence their ability to work as part of a team demonstrating skills in project and time management and a passion for teaching and learning.

Although desirable, prior experience of teaching in higher education is not essential. For those new to HE teaching, the University offers a PgC in Learning and Teaching for Higher Education. 

At the University of Cumbria, our values of being Personal, Progressive and Engaged shape everything we do. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where staff and students can thrive and where diverse perspectives are welcomed.

Academic staff are expected to achieve Advance HE Fellowship within three years of appointment if not already held. 

Informal Enquiries: Sophie Ray (Head of Nursing and Midwifery) Sophie.ray@cumbria.ac.uk  or Julie Mulinga (Principal Lecturer):  julie.mulinga@cumbria.ac.uk

In return, the University offers an attractive benefits package including 35 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, 25 research and scholarly activity days, support for professional development, support to achieve Higher Education Academy/Advance HE accreditation, mentor provision in the first year of employment and opportunity for career development.

For more information about the University of Cumbria, click here. here

Closing Date: 05 Oct 2026

Sub Section: Academic

Salary: £38,784 pro rata with incremental progression to £43,482 pro rata

Now is a very exciting time to be joining us because we are delivering a new "Towards 2030" strategic plan focused on making the most of our three most valuable assets; People, Place and Partnerships, to become a catalyst for economic well-being for our region, nationally and internationally. 

We have an exciting opportunity for a talented and motivated individual to join the Academic Technical Services team, supporting Faculty of Health colleagues with delivery of simulation based education and clinical skills sessions at the University of Cumbria’s Lancaster campus.

The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining safe, organised and effective lab environments while providing support to other technical and academic colleagues.

Main responsibilities would include:

• Daily support and set up of the practical elements of programme delivery, involving a range of clinical simulation equipment;
• Demonstrating good teamwork and collaboration with other members of the Faculty technical team, to ensure effective management of any clinical spaces;
• Ensuring compliance with health and safety requirements of equipment and substances hazardous to health (COSHH).  

This role would ideally suit someone with technical experience within higher education or a school or college environment, but applications are welcome from individuals of all backgrounds.  

For details on the skills required, please refer to the job description below.

Informal Enquiries: Dan Walker | Lead Technician | daniel.walker@cumbria.ac.uk | Mobile: 07484 577651

We offer a comprehensive set of staff benefits which includes a competitive salary, 35 hour full-time working week, 33 days holiday plus bank holidays, hybrid working in line with business need, and an excellent pension scheme with 8% employer contribution. 

For more information about the University of Cumbria, click here.

Closing Date: 15 Oct 2026

Sub Section: Professional Services

Salary: £24,909 with incremental progression to £26,093

Now is a very exciting time to be joining us because we are delivering a new "Towards 2030" strategic plan focused on making the most of our three most valuable assets; People, Place and Partnerships, to become a catalyst for economic well-being for our region, nationally and internationally.

The University of Cumbria has extensive experience in delivering high quality paramedic education across the UK. The University of Cumbria has extensive experience in delivering high quality paramedic education across the UK. Currently we have over 1100 learners on CPD programmes with formal contracts with 9 out of the 11 English ambulance services, as well as an open access paramedic course at our Lancaster campus. This pedigree in paramedic education has led to the creation of the Centre of Excellence in Paramedic Practice (CEPP), which recently won the Preferred Provider Status for the Southern Ambulance Alliance (SWAST, SCAS, SECAMB, LAS, IoW), East of England Ambulance Service and North West Ambulance Service for paramedic degree apprenticeships. The University now has over 900 registered learners across the 6 apprenticeship programmes. 

The University of Cumbria, are seeking applications for a 2-year fixed term Clinical Lecturer. The successful post holder will work with the NWAS academic team to deliver the University's BSc (Hons) in Paramedic Science to NWAS members of staff who are undertaking the new Paramedic Science Degree Apprenticeship.  

The post will be based in Lancaster however there may be the requirement to travel to the Liverpool delivery site to support the delivery of the same programme. The post holder should be an appropriately registered healthcare professional with experience of working within the pre-hospital environment as well as experience in delivering either ambulance based pre-hospital education or Higher Education Institution based healthcare education. Post holders will be supported to complete the first module of the postgraduate certificate in learning and teaching in higher education if this has not been achieved already. In addition, a bespoke induction programme will be available for new starters to engage with to support their transition into Higher Education.  

The University is committed to nurturing an environment where its employees, students and visitors are treated fairly and with respect at all times. We recognise that if we provide a fully inclusive working and studying environment, we will enable everyone to perform to the best of their ability. Recognising, embracing and valuing difference will lead to improvements for everyone, including: 

• A more diverse staff and student population;
• A better working and studying environment;
• Attracting and retaining the very best staff and students;
• Achieving the University mission, vision and values;
• Meeting and exceeding the challenging targets and performance indicators in the University corporate plan.

*Please be aware that we are unable to appoint secondees holding skilled worker visas*

In return, the University offers an attractive benefits package including 35 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, 25 research and scholarly activity days, support for professional development, support to achieve Higher Education Academy/Advance HE accreditation, mentor provision in the first year of employment and opportunity for career development. 

For more information about the University of Cumbria, click here.  

Closing Date: 30 Sep 2026

Sub Section: Academic

Salary: £38,784 with incremental progression to £43,482

Now is a very exciting time to be joining us because we are delivering a new "Towards 2030" strategic plan focused on making the most of our three most valuable assets; People, Place and Partnerships, to become a catalyst for economic well-being for our region, nationally and internationally. 

The University of Cumbria is seeking a dynamic and highly motivated individual to join the Institute of Science and Environment as a Postdoctoral Research Fellow, supporting the delivery of a grant awarded to Professor Robert A. Montgomery assessing biodiversity measurement strategies at global critical mineral mine sites. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to an internationally significant programme within the university. The selected candidate will work within the research teams of Professor Robert Montgomery and Professor Simon Carr and will have collaboration with the broader Innovation for Conservation (ICON) team assessing the implications of human-predator-prey interactions in East Africa and the Peatland Intelligence Programme evaluating peatland sites in the Lake District and beyond. Specifically, this project involves evaluation of end-to-end biodiversity measurement and monitoring solutions to be deployed across global biomes at a diversity of critical mineral mine sites.

This role is based on-site at our Ambleside campus due to the practical nature of the work. Ambleside campus lies in the Heart of the Lake District National Park which is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site, offering incredible practical and fieldwork opportunities on our doorstep. It is expected that the selected candidate will carry out research on emergent technological sensors for floral and faunal detection from a diversity of platforms (e.g., ground stations, unmanned aerial vehicles, fixed wing aircraft, as well as satellite imagery). It is also expected that the post holder will advise on- and develop- models capable of predicting biodiversity from these sensors. This will include fitting models of various indices describing biodiversity. The candidate should have demonstrable experience of biodiversity measurement and will preferably have exposure to biodiversity measurement challenges at critical mineral mine sites.

There will be the expectation of field work both locally in Lake District National Park and internationally to facilitate this research. The post-holder will work closely with other empirically-focused post-docs, a team of researchers in the field, and broader collaborators.

The selected candidate will have a PhD, or be close to finishing a PhD, in biodiversity, conservation science, animal behaviour, quantitative ecology, or equivalent. 

Informal Enquiries: Prof. Robert A. Montgomery | Professor of Conservation Science | Director of the Centre for National Parks and Protected Areas | Director of Research and Knowledge Exchange | Institute of Science and Environment | T: 44 (0)7971 313426 | E: robert.montgomery@cumbria.ac.uk

We are seeking innovative, creative, high quality researchers, and scholars to foster a culture of exploration, discovery and intellectual challenge that generates international recognition, respect and engagement.

In return, the University offers an attractive benefits package including 35 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, support for professional development, mentor provision in the first year of employment and opportunity for career development.

For more information about the University of Cumbria, click here. 

Closing Date: 28 Sep 2026

Sub Section: Research

Salary: £38,784 with incremental progression to £43,482

Now is a very exciting time to be joining us because we are delivering a new "Towards 2030" strategic plan focused on making the most of our three most valuable assets; People, Place and Partnerships, to become a catalyst for economic well-being for our region, nationally and internationally. 

We are looking to recruit a Specialist Learning Advisor for a 0.5 (FTE) role, split across 3 days at our Lancaster campus. Working pattern will consist of a minimum of 2-days on campus to deliver in-person and online learning and mentoring support to students.

Informal enquiries:  Donna Stretton - Disability Services Manager - donna.stretton@cumbria.ac.uk 

We offer a comprehensive set of staff benefits which includes a competitive salary, 35 hour full-time working week, 33 days holiday plus bank holidays, hybrid working in line with business need, and an excellent pension scheme with 8% employer contribution. 

For more information about the University of Cumbria, click here.

Closing Date: 07 Oct 2026

Sub Section: Professional Services

Salary: £31,236 with incremental progression to £37,694 (pro rata)

Now is a very exciting time to be joining us because we are delivering a new strategic plan focused on making the most of our three most valuable assets; People, Place and Partnerships, to become a catalyst for economic well-being for our region, nationally and internationally.

Are you an experienced student records professional with a passion for data quality, effective processes and delivering an excellent student experience?

We are looking for a motivated and knowledgeable Student Data Manager to join our Academic Registry. This is an exciting opportunity to take a leading role in the management of student and programme records, support the effective use of our Student Record System, SITS, and help shape efficient, customer-focused services for students and staff.

Reporting to the Head of Student Systems and Data, you will lead the operational set-up and maintenance of core programme and student-related records in SITS. You will help ensure that student data is accurate, timely and suitable for internal use, management information and statutory reporting.

You will manage the delivery of key university-wide student record processes and coordinate regular reviews to ensure that our systems and ways of working remain effective and fit for purpose. Working collaboratively with colleagues across the University, you will help ensure that student record processes, communications and related downstream systems operate smoothly.

The role also includes responsibility for managing and developing Student Data Management Administrators. You will contribute to the wider leadership of the Student Systems and Data team by setting priorities, organising workloads, agreeing objectives, undertaking performance and development reviews, and supporting colleagues to achieve high standards.

Informal enquiries:  Bronia Sledz - Head of Student Systems and Data - bronia.sledz@cumbria.ac.uk 

We offer a comprehensive set of staff benefits which includes a competitive salary, 35 days holiday plus bank holidays (pro rata), excellent pension scheme with 8% employer contribution, hybrid working in line with business need and corporate discounts to name a few. For more information please click HERE 

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Closing Date: 17 Oct 2026

Sub Section: Professional Services

Salary: £38,784 with incremental progression to £43,482

Now is a very exciting time to be joining us because we are delivering a new strategic plan focused on making the most of our three most valuable assets; People, Place and Partnerships, to become a catalyst for economic well-being for our region, nationally and internationally. 

We are looking to engage professionals to contribute as Teaching Associates across our teaching portfolio. Teaching Associates play a key role in both covering for temporary absences and providing specialist input in modules.

Please register your interest by completing the on-line application form, which will request information about your preferences in relation to working pattern, location and academic specialism.

Once you are registered, your details will be available to Programme and Module Leaders who will be able to contact you directly to discuss periods of work.

Regrettably we are unable to guarantee periods of work through the Teaching Associate route.

Closing Date: 15 Aug 2019

Sub Section: Academic