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

Join a supportive and ambitious academic community where you’ll help shape the future mental health nursing workforce. You’ll have the opportunity to influence student success, contribute to research and innovation, and build strong partnerships across healthcare and education.

Please note: This is a fixed term position covering maternity, for 1 year.

Is this you?

You’re an experienced Mental Health Nursing professional who is passionate about developing others, embracing new ideas, and creating an excellent student experience. You enjoy working collaboratively, sharing your expertise, and making a positive impact on both learners and the profession.

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 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. 

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 3rd August (23:59 GMT)

If you have questions about the role, please contact: 

Gill Maw, Associate Head of School, on gill.maw@sunderland.ac.uk.

Closing Date: 03 Aug 2026

Team: Academic

Salary: £46,756 to £58,228
Fixed Term (1 year)

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: 

Your next opportunity

Join our Technical Services team and support teaching, research and student success within our modern Sport and Exercise Science laboratories. This is a fantastic opportunity to work with specialist sport science equipment, contribute to a wide range of practical activities, and make a real impact on the student experience.

Is this you?

You’re a proactive and organised individual with a passion for sport and exercise science, strong technical skills, and a commitment to excellent customer service. You enjoy working collaboratively, take pride in maintaining safe and effective learning environments, and bring a positive, can-do approach to your work.

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: Sunday 9th August 2026 (23:59 GMT)

If you have questions about the role, please contact:

Brian Thompson - Technical Support Manager (Anatomy, Sport & Psychology) 

Brian.Thompson-1@sunderland.ac.uk

Closing Date: 09 Aug 2026

Team: Support

Salary: £27,855 to £30,343

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: 

Why join us?

The University of Sunderland is 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: Sunday 26th July (23:59 GMT)

Shortlisting: Tuesday 28th July 

Interviews: Tuesday 4th / Wednesday 5th August 

If you have questions about the role, please contact:
Carl Newton, Head of Faculty Operations, Carl.Newton@sunderland.ac.uk.

Closing Date: 26 Jul 2026

Team: Support

Salary: £13,557 to £14,182 per annum pro rata

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: 

• 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

This is an opportunity to join a dynamic Undergraduate Nursing team helping to shape the future of nursing and support student nurse journeys to NMC registration.

The university offers exceptional facilities, staff development programmes and a flexible working environment.

This role will contribute extensively to academic and clinical teaching across all three years of the nursing programmes.

Please note this is a fixed-term contract for 2-years.

Is this you?

The successful candidate will have:

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 23rd July (23:59 GMT)

If you have questions about the role, please contact: Gill Maw

Associate Head of School

gill.maw@sunderland.ac.uk 

Closing Date: 23 Jul 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: 

• 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

The Northern Ophthalmic Research and Innovation Institute (NORI), hosted by the University of Sunderland in partnership with South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust, is seeking a Funding Development Officer to help grow an ambitious programme of research, innovation and healthcare transformation.

This is an exciting opportunity to work at the interface of academia, the NHS, industry and external funders. You will help identify, develop and secure funding for innovation-focused research, translational programmes, commercial partnerships and philanthropic opportunities aligned to NORI and Trust priorities.

Working closely with senior academic, clinical and professional services colleagues, you will play a central role in building a sustainable funding pipeline, developing high-quality bids and propositions, and supporting the growth of a new institute with regional, national and international ambition.

Please note this is a fixed-term contract for 2-years. 

Is this you?

We are looking for a highly organised and proactive individual with experience of funding development, bid writing, innovation support or partnership development. You will be confident identifying opportunities, coordinating contributors, managing deadlines and producing clear, persuasive written content for funders, partners and internal decision-makers.

The postholder will work across both the University and NHS Trust environment, so excellent communication, diplomacy and stakeholder management skills are essential.

The successful candidate will have:

1. Bid development and writing

Experience of developing, coordinating and writing high-quality funding applications, bids, tenders or business cases from concept through to submission.

2. Opportunity identification and prioritisation

Ability to horizon scan, assess funding opportunities, understand funder requirements and prioritise activity based on strategic fit, feasibility and likelihood of success.

3. Stakeholder coordination and delivery

Strong project management and interpersonal skills, with the ability to coordinate input from multiple colleagues and partners, manage competing deadlines, and ensure submissions are accurate, compliant and delivered on time.

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: Sunday 2nd August (23:59 GMT)

If you have questions about the role, please contact: NORI Director Professor Matthew Campbell at matthew.campbell@sunderland.ac.uk 

Closing Date: 02 Aug 2026

Team: Support

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: 

• 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 School of Psychology at the University of Sunderland is a small but ambitious School, bringing together a collaborative, inclusive and dedicated community of colleagues across the disciplines of Psychology, Public Health and Counselling. We pride ourselves on delivering an outstanding student experience whilst creating an environment in which colleagues are supported to develop, innovate and thrive.

Situated within the Faculty of Health Sciences and Wellbeing, the School has a research strategy that reflects the Faculty's commitment to addressing contemporary health and societal challenges. Our research expertise is organised around three overarching themes: male mental health, health and wellbeing, and sex and relationships. We are committed to developing research that has real-world impact, informs policy and practice, and contributes to improving the lives of individuals and communities locally, nationally and internationally.

Your next opportunity

This is an exciting time to join us. Following several recent internal promotions and continued growth across several areas of the School, we are seeking four new Lecturers in Psychology to join us and contribute to the next stage of our development.

Whether you are an established academic or an emerging scholar, you will join a supportive and ambitious team where excellence in teaching, research and professional practice is valued equally. This is an opportunity to help shape the future direction of a growing School, contribute to an active research culture, and make a meaningful difference to the lives of our students and the communities we serve.

Successful candidates will play an important role in supporting students' academic development and personal growth, contributing to an inclusive and engaging learning environment that enables all learners to succeed. You will be enthusiastic about teaching and learning, and willing to contribute across the breadth of the British Psychological Society (BPS) curriculum.

Posts Available: 

- 2x fulltime lecturer posts to start in September 2026

- 1x 0.8 lecturer post to start in September 2026

- 1x fulltime lecturer post to start in January 2027

Is this you?

We are seeking colleagues who are passionate about psychology and committed to helping students achieve their full potential. Above all, we are looking for people who recognise the transformative impact of higher education and who are dedicated to delivering an outstanding student experience through high-quality teaching, academic support and mentorship.

Whilst we are not seeking a specific area of specialism, we welcome applications from individuals whose expertise will complement and strengthen our existing team, as well as support the School's strategic ambitions and future growth. We are also interested in hearing from candidates with expertise that could contribute to our forensic psychology provision, and our evolutionary psychology modules.

You will hold a PhD in Psychology, or be nearing completion of a PhD, and have recent experience of teaching psychology in higher education. You will be expected to contribute to teaching across Levels 3–7, undertake assessment and academic support activities, supervise undergraduate and postgraduate research projects, and you will play an important role in the quality assurances around the provision.

As a member of our collaborative and ambitious School, you will bring enthusiasm, flexibility and a commitment to excellence, helping us to continue developing innovative programmes and providing an exceptional educational experience for our students.

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: Sunday 26^th July (23:59 GMT)

If you have questions about the role, please contact: Dr Rebecca Owens on rebecca.owens@sunderland.ac.uk 

Interviews are expected to take place the week commencing August 10th

Closing Date: 26 Jul 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: 

• 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

This is an exciting opportunity to join the vibrant School of Education and contribute to our growing portfolio of international teacher education programmes as part of the Professional Development and International Education team. We are seeking a fluent French-speaking Lecturer to support the teaching, assessment, and delivery of our PGCE Education (Distance Learning French) programme, working with trainee teachers from a range of international contexts.

Our international teacher education provision continues to expand and currently includes PGCE Education, PGCE Education – Early Years Teaching, the Assessment Only Route to QTS, and PGCE iQTS. Alongside these programmes, we offer a range of master's degrees in education and Level 7 professional development courses.

This role offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to innovative approaches to online teacher education, supporting trainees to develop the knowledge, skills, and reflective practice required to succeed in contemporary educational settings. The successful candidate will play a key role in enhancing the student experience, promoting high-quality teaching and learning, and supporting trainee teachers to achieve professional success in diverse international contexts.

Is this you?

The successful candidate will have substantial experience in teacher education, teaching, and learning, and will contribute to the planning, delivery, and assessment of teaching across the PGCE Education (Distance Learning) and PGCE Education (Distance Learning) delivered in French, with a particular focus on supporting international trainee teachers.

They will be committed to delivering high-quality, research-informed teacher education that inspires, empowers, and equips trainees with the knowledge, skills, and professional attributes required for success in diverse educational contexts. The postholder will support trainees in developing reflective, evidence-informed practice and will work closely with mentors and school-based colleagues to enhance trainee progress, professional effectiveness, and global employability.

Applicants must hold a minimum of a master's degree or an equivalent professional qualification and demonstrate excellent written and spoken French.

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: Tuesday 21st July (23:59 GMT)

Interviews will likely be held on Thursday 20^th August

If you have questions about the role, please contact: Vicky Graham. Associate Head of School for Professional Development and International Education.

vicky.graham@sunderland.ac.uk 

Closing Date: 21 Jul 2026

Team: Academic

Salary: £38,786 to £46,049