22 Professor jobs in the United Kingdom

• Teach a range of undergraduate and graduate mathematics courses.
• Develop innovative course materials and teaching methodologies.
• Conduct high-quality research in a specialization within mathematics.
• Publish research findings in peer-reviewed academic journals.
• Present research at national and international conferences.
• Mentor and advise students on academic and research matters.
• Contribute to curriculum development and departmental initiatives.
• Participate in faculty governance and university service activities.
• Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment for all students.

• Ph.D. in Mathematics or a closely related field.
• Demonstrated potential for or record of scholarly research and publication.
• Proven ability to teach effectively at the university level.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and students.
• Commitment to academic excellence and student success.
• Specialization in an area of mathematics that complements departmental needs is desirable.

• Conduct pioneering research in quantum computing algorithms, hardware, or theory, publishing findings in top-tier peer-reviewed journals and presenting at international conferences.
• Lead, mentor, and inspire a team of postgraduate researchers (Masters and PhD students) and postdoctoral fellows.
• Develop and deliver high-quality undergraduate and postgraduate courses in quantum computing and related fields.
• Secure external research funding from national and international bodies (e.g., UKRI, EU grants, industry partnerships).
• Contribute to the strategic direction of quantum research within the university.
• Collaborate with researchers across different disciplines and institutions.
• Supervise dissertations and theses.
• Engage in academic administration and committee work as required.
• Promote the university's research and teaching excellence nationally and internationally.
• Foster an inclusive and intellectually stimulating research environment.

• A PhD in Physics, Computer Science, Mathematics, or a closely related field with a strong specialization in Quantum Computing.
• A significant and demonstrable track record of independent research, evidenced by a substantial publication record in leading journals and a strong citation count.
• Proven ability to attract and manage research funding.
• Experience in teaching and curriculum development at the university level.
• Demonstrated success in supervising postgraduate research students.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• A vision for the future of quantum computing research and education.
• Ability to work effectively within a collaborative academic community.
• A commitment to excellence in research and teaching.
• Experience with quantum computing hardware or software platforms is highly advantageous.

The Department of Biosciences at Durham University seeks to appoint a talented individual to the role of Assistant Professor in biotechnology. We welcome applications from those with research and teaching interests that are consistent with research priorities in the Department and whose research is complementary to other staff in the Department. We particularly welcome applications that complement and build on our core research and teaching strengths in protein design, DNA nanotechnology and biomolecular nanomachines, and who have an interest to translate fundamental science to biotechnological and therapeutic innovations.

The Department of Biosciences is consistently ranked in the top 10 UK Biological Sciences Departments in University league tables.

We aim to appoint outstanding new academic staff to i) strengthen research in cross-disciplinary approaches to fundamental biological questions, potentially with impact on the bioeconomy and ii) to provide students with an outstanding educational and training experience through a contribution to our taught undergraduate and postgraduate courses. Research in the Department is focused around four key themes - animal cells & systems; biomolecular interactions; ecology, evolution & environment; and molecular plant sciences ( )

This post offers an exciting opportunity to make a major contribution to the development of internationally excellent research and teaching while allowing you unrivalled opportunities to progress and embed your career in an exciting and progressive institution. For more information, please visit our Department pages at

We offer 3-year BSc degree programmes in Biological Sciences and Biochemistry and a 4-year MBiol, while also contributing to Natural Sciences. Our research and teaching are supported by outstanding research infrastructure in advanced bioimaging (including super-resolution, confocal and electron microscopy), genomics, proteomics, metabolomics, high-performance computing and field research. We promote research at the interface with other disciplines.

The Department of Biosciences is particularly interested in receiving applications from women and candidates from ethnic minority backgrounds. The University is home to several networks that support researchers (e.g., , DU BAME, WHEN, and a vibrant departmental community of recent hires). Durham University offers a generous scheme for maternity leave as well as a nursery run by the University. As an employer committed to promoting the very best talent, we also encourage applications from researchers who may have taken career breaks for family or other reasons, or who may need to consider flexible working. For more information, please visit our Department pages at

As one of the UK's leading universities, Durham is an incredible place to define your career while enjoying a high quality work/life balance. We are home to some of the most talented scholars and researchers from around the world who are tackling global issues and making a difference to people's lives.

The University sits in a beautiful historic city where it shares ownership of a UNESCO World Heritage Site with Durham Cathedral. A collegiate University, Durham recruits outstanding students from across the world and offers an unmatched wider student experience.

• Conduct high-quality research in curriculum and instruction, leading to publications in leading academic journals and presentations at national/international conferences.
• Teach graduate-level courses in curriculum theory, instructional design, assessment, and related areas.
• Advise and mentor doctoral and master's students in their research endeavors.
• Contribute to the development and revision of the curriculum within the department.
• Seek external funding opportunities to support research initiatives.
• Collaborate with faculty colleagues on research projects and departmental initiatives.
• Participate in service activities within the department, college, and university.
• Stay current with emerging trends and research in education, curriculum studies, and teacher preparation.
• Present research findings to academic and professional audiences.
• Contribute to the overall scholarly environment of the institution.

• Doctoral degree (Ph.D.) in Curriculum and Instruction, Educational Studies, or a closely related field.
• A strong foundation in educational theory, research methodologies, and assessment practices.
• Demonstrated potential for scholarly productivity and a clear research agenda.
• Experience teaching at the university level, preferably with graduate students.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a university setting.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in education.
• Experience in curriculum development or program evaluation is advantageous.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Potential for securing external research grants.