The University of Sunderland offers life‑changing opportunities for more than 27,500 students across our campuses in Sunderland, London and Hong Kong, as well as through global partnerships in 19 countries.

We’re an inclusive, ambitious and forward‑looking University in a vibrant city that’s constantly evolving. We’re also entering an exciting new phase with a refreshed vision and strategic ambitions shaped around the changing higher education landscape.

As we move through 2026, we’re celebrating being recognised as:

• A top 30 UK university (Guardian University Guide 2026)
• 1st in the North‑East for student support services (Daily Mail University Guide 2026)
• 1st in the North‑East for teaching quality (The Times & Sunday Times Good University Guide 2026)

Your next opportunity

We offer an intellectually vibrant and collaborative environment that brings together expertise across artificial intelligence, data science, and interdisciplinary application domains. Our Faculty is committed to advancing impactful research and high-quality teaching, with a strong emphasis on trustworthy, responsible, and Multimodal AI. Staff benefit from a supportive research culture, access to state-of-the-art facilities, and opportunities to engage in externally funded, real-world projects spanning areas such as digital health, smart cities, and autonomous systems.

Located within a leading research-intensive university, the department maintains strong links with industry, government, and international partners, enabling meaningful collaboration and knowledge exchange. We are equally committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse academic community where staff are supported in their career progression, leadership development, and professional recognition.

Joining us means contributing to a forward-looking academic and research environment where your work will have both scholarly impact and societal relevance.

This is a fixed-term position ending 30/03/2028, please see attached role profile for further information regarding the role.

Is this you?

The successful candidate will have:

• Expertise in Machine Learning for Biomedical Applications
• Technical Writing and Documentation Skills
• Collaborative Teamworking and Interdisciplinary Engagement

Please note that this role does not meet the salary requirements for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. As such, we are unable to consider candidates who require sponsorship to work in the UK.

Why join us?

At the University of Sunderland, we’re more than a place of learning, we’re a welcoming community that values inclusivity, collaboration, and well-being. We don’t just offer jobs, we offer careers that come with support, flexibility, and plenty of perks:

• Up to 44 days’ holiday - that’s 31 days’ annual leave, 5 festive closure days and 8 Bank Holidays!
• Award-winning staff networks that celebrate who you are.
• Lifestyle benefits, with savings on shopping, tech, bikes, and even cars.
• Health and well-being support, from private medical cover to gym discounts.
• Learning and development that helps you achieve your goals.

Ready to Apply?

Before getting started, please download the Role Profile under ‘Job Description’ so you have everything you need.

Our application questions assess you directly against the essential and desirable criteria for the role. We do not review CVs at this stage, so please provide detailed, evidence-based answers to help us understand your suitability.

Closing date: Tuesday 19^th May (23:59 GMT)

If you have questions about the role, please contact: sneha.verma@sunderland.ac.uk – Lecturer in Engineering

Closing Date: 19 May 2026

Team: Research

Salary: £27,855 to £30,343 per annum pro rata - £6,022 - £6,560

The University of Sunderland offers life‑changing opportunities for more than 27,500 students across our campuses in Sunderland, London and Hong Kong, as well as through global partnerships in 19 countries.

We’re an inclusive, ambitious and forward‑looking University in a vibrant city that’s constantly evolving. We’re also entering an exciting new phase with a refreshed vision and strategic ambitions shaped around the changing higher education landscape.

As we move through 2026, we’re celebrating being recognised as:

• A top 30 UK university (Guardian University Guide 2026)
• 1st in the North‑East for student support services (Daily Mail University Guide 2026)
• 1st in the North‑East for teaching quality (The Times & Sunday Times Good University Guide 2026)

About the role

Our team has an outstanding record of teaching excellence and student satisfaction: Law courses are ranked 1st in the UK for teaching quality (Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2026), student experience, and research quality (Times and Sunday Times 2025), and 1st in the North East for teaching and student satisfaction (Guardian University Guide 2025; Complete University Guide 2024).

Our LLB Law course also achieved 100% positivity scores for learning resources and for how well the course develops students’ knowledge and skills for the future (National Student Survey 2024).

The Law School plays a key role in the University’s strategic vision for growth, innovation, and global engagement. We offer a range of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes that reflect the evolving legal profession and the needs of modern learners.

Our programmes are designed to be inclusive, career-focused, and rooted in real-world practice. We offer students hands-on experience through clinical legal education, mooting, and close links with the legal profession. Through initiatives like our award-winning Law Clinic and SQE courses, we equip graduates with the skills and confidence to thrive in legal practice, policy, and beyond. We are proud of our inclusive and supportive learning environment, where students are encouraged to challenge, reflect, and lead. Situated in a vibrant and welcoming city, Sunderland Law School is building a strong reputation for academic excellence, community impact, and graduate success—both in the UK and internationally.

What you can bring

The successful candidate will have a strong academic background in Law, with depth and experience of specialist legal knowledge to deliver high-quality teaching across core LLB Law subjects and/or SQE modules.

The candidate will demonstrate recent experience of teaching Law at university level and the ability to lead undergraduate and/or postgraduate modules, ensuring academic standards and an excellent student learning experience. Joining the Faculty provides the opportunity to contribute to this award-winning and research-active community with strong links to professional practice.
What we can offer you

Why join us?

At the University of Sunderland, we’re more than a place of learning, we’re a welcoming community that values inclusivity, collaboration, and well-being. We don’t just offer jobs, we offer careers that come with support, flexibility, and plenty of perks:

Ready to Apply?

Before getting started, please download the Role Profile under ‘Job Description’ so you have everything you need.

Our application questions assess you directly against the essential and desirable criteria for the role. We do not review CVs at this stage, so please provide detailed, evidence-based answers to help us understand your suitability.

Closing date: Monday 18 May (23:59 GMT)

For informal enquiries, please contact Associate Professor Pardis Tehrani, Associate Head of School - pardis.tehrani@sunderland.ac.uk

Closing Date: 18 May 2026

Team: Academic

Salary: £38,786 to £46,049

The University of Sunderland offers life‑changing opportunities for more than 27,500 students across our campuses in Sunderland, London and Hong Kong, as well as through global partnerships in 19 countries.

We’re an inclusive, ambitious and forward‑looking University in a vibrant city that’s constantly evolving. We’re also entering an exciting new phase with a refreshed vision and strategic ambitions shaped around the changing higher education landscape.

As we move through 2026, we’re celebrating being recognised as:

• A top 30 UK university (Guardian University Guide 2026)
• 1st in the North‑East for student support services (Daily Mail University Guide 2026)
• 1st in the North‑East for teaching quality (The Times & Sunday Times Good University Guide 2026)

Your next opportunity

We are currently recruiting for 9 Residential Assistant’s Term Time 26/27 for the period from September 2026 to June 2027 (Term Time) based at Panns Bank, Scotia Quay and The Precinct.

The role of Residential Assistant (RA) are students who have experience of living in Halls themselves and will be living in halls between the period stated above, offering out of office hour’s support and guidance to students living in the halls of residence.

The candidate will be trained to provide advice and support to students and to contribute to the smooth running of the student community. This includes organising social events and being involved in supporting the university sustainability campaigns. Their primary role is pastoral care, in providing the student with someone to talk to regarding a problem. The RSA’s also signpost students on to other University support staff: health advisors, counselling, and financial support along with the Student Union range of services.

Other responsibilities include supporting fire safety, responding to emergencies and maintaining good order in the Halls. For example: observing, correcting, recording and reporting breaches in fire regulations, health and safety regulations, the accommodation code of practice and reporting of defect’s/repairs.

Why join us?

At the University of Sunderland, we’re more than a place of learning, we’re a welcoming community that values inclusivity, collaboration, and well-being. We don’t just offer jobs, we offer careers that come with support, flexibility, and plenty of perks:

Ready to Apply?

Before getting started, please download the Role Profile under ‘Job Description’ so you have everything you need.

Our application questions assess you directly against the essential and desirable criteria for the role. We do not review CVs at this stage, so please provide detailed, evidence-based answers to help us understand your suitability.

Closing date: Friday 15^th May (23:59 GMT)

If you have questions about the role, please contact: Gavin Kirk, the Deputy Accommodation Manager: gavin.kirk@sunderland.ac.uk

Closing Date: 15 May 2026

Team: Support

Salary: £23,887 to £24,987

The University of Sunderland offers life‑changing opportunities for more than 27,500 students across our campuses in Sunderland, London and Hong Kong, as well as through global partnerships in 19 countries. 

We’re an inclusive, ambitious and forward‑looking University in a vibrant city that’s constantly evolving. We’re also entering an exciting new phase with a refreshed vision and strategic ambitions shaped around the changing higher education landscape.

As we move through 2026, we’re celebrating being recognised as: 

• A top 30 UK university (Guardian University Guide 2026)

• 1st in the North‑East for student support services (Daily Mail University Guide 2026)
• 1st in the North‑East for teaching quality (The Times & Sunday Times Good University Guide 2026)

We are expanding our team! With more than 150 academic staff encompassing pharmacy, medicine, nursing, psychology and biomedical, pharmaceutical sciences, this Faculty is the largest in the University. The Sciences Complex, featuring leading edge laboratory, clinical and CPD resources, offers a superb learning environment for students and a setting for enhanced engagement with professional, NHS and industrial partners. The Sciences Complex offers The Living Lab, a unique, purpose-built environment reflecting the various settings of integrated care provision, including state of the art laboratories, mock hospital wards, pharmacy dispensary, consultation and examination rooms, clinical skills resource, hi-fidelity simulation suite and Point of Care Centre.

Your next opportunity

This role will support the continual development and delivery of the Sunderland School of Pharmacy MPharm and OSPAP provision, ensuring excellence in student experience both on campus and off campus.
You will engage with teaching, reach-out and research programmes in pharmacology and clinical therapeutics, anatomy and physiology and health related topics. We are looking for an academic or experienced practitioner with experience of teaching and/or research.
To be considered for this post you must have an understanding of pharmacy education and the relevant sciences relating to the pharmacological underpinning of drug therapeutics. Registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council is preferred but not essential.
A teaching qualification, or willingness to undertake one, will be essential.

Is this you?

Why join us?

At Sunderland University, we’re more than a place of learning, we’re a welcoming community that values inclusivity, collaboration, and well-being. We don’t just offer jobs, we offer careers that come with support, flexibility, and plenty of perks: 

• Up to 49 days’ holiday - that’s 36 days’ annual leave, 5 festive closure days and 8 Bank Holidays! 
• Award-winning staff networks that celebrate who you are. 
• Lifestyle benefits, with savings on shopping, tech, bikes, and even cars. 
• Health and well-being support, from private medical cover to gym discounts. 
• Learning and development that helps you achieve your goals.

Ready to Apply?

Before getting started, please download the Role Profile under ‘Job Description’ so you have everything you need. We don’t accept CVs unless this is specifically mentioned - all applications should be submitted through our careers site.

Closing date: Monday 18 May (23:59 GMT)

For further details please contact Kathryn Davison - Associate Head of School at kathryn.davison@sunderland.ac.uk

Closing Date: 18 May 2026

Team: Academic

Salary: £46,756 to £58,228

The University of Sunderland offers life‑changing opportunities for more than 27,500 students across our campuses in Sunderland, London and Hong Kong, as well as through global partnerships in 19 countries.

We’re an inclusive, ambitious and forward‑looking University in a vibrant city that’s constantly evolving. We’re also entering an exciting new phase with a refreshed vision and strategic ambitions shaped around the changing higher education landscape.

As we move through 2026, we’re celebrating being recognised as:

• A top 30 UK university (Guardian University Guide 2026)
• 1st in the North‑East for student support services (Daily Mail University Guide 2026)
• 1st in the North‑East for teaching quality (The Times & Sunday Times Good University Guide 2026)

Your next opportunity

At the University of Sunderland, the Academic Registry & Governance department is critical to the day-to-day operations of the University. Our Quality team plays a vital role in shaping the student experience and ensuring the highest standards across the University. By joining us, you’ll be part of a collaborative, forward-thinking team that values innovation, continuous improvement, and professional growth.

Why work with us?

- Be at the heart of quality assurance and enhancement in higher education.

- Work in a supportive environment that encourages learning and development.

- Contribute to projects that directly influence academic standards and student success.

- Enjoy a culture of teamwork, respect, and shared achievement.

If you’re detail-oriented, proactive, and committed to making a difference, we’d love to hear from you!

Is this you?

You excel at building strong relationships and proactively seeking to understand customers’ needs, ensuring exceptional service and support. With accurate written communication and a keen eye for detail, you deliver work to the highest standard. Your enthusiasm for learning and developing leadership skills demonstrates your commitment to growth and future success.

Previous applicants need not apply.

Why join us?

At the University of Sunderland, we’re more than a place of learning, we’re a welcoming community that values inclusivity, collaboration, and well-being. We don’t just offer jobs, we offer careers that come with support, flexibility, and plenty of perks:

Ready to Apply?

Before getting started, please download the Role Profile under ‘Job Description’ so you have everything you need.

Our application questions assess you directly against the essential and desirable criteria for the role. We do not review CVs at this stage, so please provide detailed, evidence-based answers to help us understand your suitability.

Closing date: Thursday 14^th May (23:59 GMT)

If you have questions about the role, please contact:
 Lyndsay Brown, Deputy Head of Quality (Partnerships)

lyndsay.brown@sunderland.ac.uk

Closing Date: 14 May 2026

Team: Support

Salary: £31,604 to £36,545

The University of Sunderland offers life‑changing opportunities for more than 27,500 students across our campuses in Sunderland, London and Hong Kong, as well as through global partnerships in 19 countries. 

We’re an inclusive, ambitious and forward‑looking University in a vibrant city that’s constantly evolving. We’re also entering an exciting new phase with a refreshed vision and strategic ambitions shaped around the changing higher education landscape.

As we move through 2026, we’re celebrating being recognised as: 

• A top 30 UK university (Guardian University Guide 2026)

• 1st in the North‑East for student support services (Daily Mail University Guide 2026)
• 1st in the North‑East for teaching quality (The Times & Sunday Times Good University Guide 2026)

The Faculty of Health Sciences and Wellbeing brings together a variety of disciplines with more than 250 academic staff encompassing Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Medicine, Biosciences, Nursing, Public & Allied Health, Sport & Exercise Sciences and Psychology. The Sciences Complex, featuring leading edge laboratory, clinical and CPD resources, offers a superb learning environment for students and a setting for enhanced engagement with healthcare professional and industrial partners. We offer not only state of the art facilities but also have healthcare experts and industry leading companies integrated into the very heart of programme delivery. This combination of academic, healthcare professional and industrial interaction offers the most up to date training possible for our students.

Your next opportunity

To assist us in the further development of our vision for teaching, research and external engagement in the pharmaceutical sciences and related areas, an exciting opportunity has arisen as Senior Lecturer in Pharmacology and Therapeutics and will support the continual development and delivery of the School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences ensuring excellence in student experience both on campus and off campus underpinned and supported by the highest standards of pedagogic practice.

This post provides the opportunity to contribute to the provision of excellent academic practice in pharmacology, therapeutics and related areas to deliver fully integrated curricula contributing to vertical and horizontal curriculum integration, ensuring progressive development from foundational pharmacological mechanisms to advanced therapeutic application. You will be involved in the delivery of high-quality teaching, learning, and assessment in pharmacology and therapeutics across undergraduate, postgraduate, and continuing professional development programmes, in line with GPhC standards. You will develop and implement innovative, evidence-based pedagogical approaches, integrating theory with practice, simulation, case studies, and experiential learning in pharmacy practice environments enabling students to apply pharmacodynamics, pharmacokinetics, therapeutic guidelines, benefit–risk assessment, and medicines optimisation principles in patient-centred contexts.

You will be expected to pursue independent research, develop collaborations within the University and the wider academic and industrial community, disseminate research findings and attract research income.

Is this you?

To be considered for this post, it is desirable for the successful candidate to have an MPharm or equivalent qualification in Pharmacy, a PhD/Doctorate in a relevant subject area, have registration as a Pharmacist with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) additionally with annotation as an Independent Prescriber and hold a Higher Education teaching qualification.

The successful candidate will be an engaging educator with experience of developing, supporting and delivering teaching, learning and assessment (including of GPhC regulated programmes) within the Higher Education environment and have demonstrable experience of conducting research in pharmacology, therapeutics, clinical pharmacy, or pharmacy education.

Why join us?

At Sunderland University, we’re more than a place of learning, we’re a welcoming community that values inclusivity, collaboration, and well-being. We don’t just offer jobs, we offer careers that come with support, flexibility, and plenty of perks: 

• Up to 49 days’ holiday - that’s 36 days’ annual leave, 5 festive closure days and 8 Bank Holidays! 
• Award-winning staff networks that celebrate who you are. 
• Lifestyle benefits, with savings on shopping, tech, bikes, and even cars. 
• Health and well-being support, from private medical cover to gym discounts. 
• Learning and development that helps you achieve your goals.

Ready to Apply?

Before getting started, please download the Role Profile under ‘Job Description’ so you have everything you need. We don’t accept CVs unless this is specifically mentioned - all applications should be submitted through our careers site.

Closing date: Sunday 31st May (23:59 GMT)

If you have questions about the role, please contact:
 Dr Keith Holden, Associate Head of School (Postgraduate and Continuing Professional Development) or Dr Adrian Moore (Head of School, Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences).

keith.holden@sunderland.ac.uk 

adrian.moore@sunderland.ac.uk 

Closing Date: 31 May 2026

Team: Academic

Salary: £46,756 to £58,228

Sunderland Students’ Union

Salary: Grade A (£26,194 - £28,208)

Position: Full time, 37.5 hours per week

Key Dates:

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an individual to join our newly established Student Communities Team based in Sunderland. The team supports a wide range of student leadership activity, including officer support, societies, student representation, volunteering, and campaigns.

The successful candidate will be responsible for working with a wide range of student leaders to mobilise the community organising model for a particular faculty within the University of Sunderland, harnessing their talents and enhancing student skills development.

This is a fantastic opportunity to gain a variety of skills through being involved in a varied role across different areas of Student Engagement at Sunderland Students’ Union.

We have undertaken a Democracy and Governance Review to revitalise the way our students interact with their Students’ Union across both the Sunderland and London campuses. The findings highlighted the need for a clear shift away from the more traditional models of SU democracy towards a community organising approach.

The post holder will need to demonstrate how they meet the essential criteria outlined in the job description and person specification within their application statement, providing clear examples of relevant experience.

Informal conversations about the role are encouraged with our Student Communities Manager, Kara-Jane Senior, ahead of application.

Please email Kara-Jane at kara-jane.senior@sunderland.ac.uk to arrange an informal and confidential discussion.

How to apply:

If you have an interest in this role, please view the job description for further details. Please note we are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position.

Visit: https://www.sunderlandsu.co.uk/your-union/su-jobs

Please download and complete the Application Form and EDI Monitoring Form, then email them to centralservices@sunderland.ac.uk. Click the 'Apply Now' button on our website to submit your application.

Closing Date: 18 May 2026

Team: Partner Organisations

Salary: £26,194 to £28,208

Location: Remote (serving Sunderland Campuses)
 Remuneration: £100 per virtual attendance (up to 1 hour), £100 for each additional hour
Term: Initial one-year term, with possibility for up to a further four years by extension
 Reports to: Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Education), via the Head of Programme Administration

About the Role

We're seeking experienced higher education professionals to join our innovative University Programme Assessment Board (UPAB) system. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to academic quality assurance at institutional level, ensuring consistent application of academic regulations across all student profiles. You'll operate independently of faculties, providing expert oversight and guidance on regulatory compliance. The role offers excellent flexibility, with typically a maximum of three virtual UPAB meetings per academic year, allowing you to make a meaningful impact on academic standards whilst balancing other commitments. Previous external examining experience is not required—we welcome applications from those with the right regulatory expertise and assessment board knowledge.

What You Can Bring

We're looking for candidates with extensive knowledge of academic regulations and their practical application at a senior level. Ideally, you'll have significant assessment board experience, either as Chair or presenting student profiles, or a background in regulatory oversight at institutional level. Academic Registrars, Heads of Assessment, Heads of Programme Administration, or academic staff with substantial assessment board experience are particularly well-suited to this role. You should be familiar with writing or applying academic regulations at your home institution and comfortable providing expert guidance on discretionary decision-making in exceptional circumstances.

What We Offer

This fully remote role provides transparent remuneration that recognises your time and expertise. You'll receive supportive guidance and the opportunity to influence academic standards across a diverse University and contribute to innovative quality assurance approaches. Working independently with institutional support, you'll be part of a collaborative environment where we celebrate diverse perspectives and strive for excellence in everything we do.

Application Process

This role is appointed by the Academic Board and reports to the Deputy Vice Chancellor (Education) and University Chief External Examiner (UCEE).

Ready to make a difference in higher education quality assurance?

For further information/to apply, please send your CV to Trish.diamond@sunderland.ac.uk (PA and Service Support Administrator), marking the subject line for the attention of Joanne Wake, Head of Programme Administration.

The closing date for this role is Tuesday 30^th June.

The University of Sunderland is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion in all aspects of employment.

Closing Date: 30 Jun 2026

Team: Casuals

Salary: See advert

Join the growing PASS (Peer Assisted Study Sessions) team at the University of Sunderland!

As a PASS Leader, you’ll run weekly study sessions that help first‑year students develop study skills, build connections, and feel more confident in their course. It’s a great way to share what you’ve learned while developing skills that employers love. 

What does a PASS Leader do?

PASS Leaders are fully trained to:

 Plan and run weekly 1‑hour study sessions

• Encourage group discussion and collaborative learning
• Help students understand tricky course content
• Support first-years as they settle into university life

 You’ll get support every step of the way, so don’t worry if you’ve never mentored or led a group before!

Pay & Hours

This is a paid role, in line with the National Living Wage (£12.21/h) and includes:

• 2.5 hours per week (1 hr planning + 1 hr delivery + 30 min debrief)
• Mandatory paid on campus training on Tuesday 8th and Wednesday 9th September 2026
• Occasional extra paid opportunities throughout term (e.g., induction week, additional training)

 We’re looking for students who are: 

• Reliable, trustworthy and professional
• Enthusiastic about their course
• Able to relate to first‑year students
• Friendly and approachable
• Keen to develop and improve the PASS scheme
• Confident using University IT systems (Teams, Canvas, Outlook, Word etc.)

 If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you!

We are currently recruiting for students in stage 1 (first year of study) on the below courses at University of Sunderland only (stage 0 for IFY).

 *Please note, for all Law programmes you will need to have started your programme in January or September 2025 so that you will have passed all stage 1 modules by September 2026.*

• BSc (Hons) Biomedical Sciences 
• BSc (Hons) Clinical Psychology 
• BSc (Hons) Computer Science 
• BSc (Hons) Criminology 
• BSc (Hons) Cybersecurity and Digital Forensics 
• BEng (Hons) Electronic and Electrical Engineering 
• BSc (Hons) Forensic Psychology 
• BSc (Hons) Game Development 
• LLB Law 
• LLB (Hons) Law
• LLB Law (Canadian route) 
• BEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering 
• BSc (Hons) Psychology and Counselling 
• BSc (Hons) Psychology
• IFY Psychology (stage 0)
• BEng (Hons) Sustainable Design Engineering

 Benefits of becoming a PASS Leader

This role will help you develop: 

• Leadership, communication, and presentation skills
• Improved time‑management and organisation
• Confidence in speaking to groups
• A deeper understanding of your own course content
• Great experience for your CV

Want to apply?

Make sure you read the full role profile (attached) before applying to ensure you can explain to us through your application how you can demonstrate the key skills needed for the tole

Click here to apply

If you have questions, email: PASS.supervisors@sunderland.ac.uk

Need help writing your application?
Visit the Employability and Enterprise Hub for resources and support.

Deadline

We don’t have a specific deadline, we will continue to interview until we recruit sufficient Leaders for each course. Don’t wait! Spaces are limited so apply soon if you’re interested to ensure we can consider your application.

Closing Date: 30 Jun 2026

Team: Casuals