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)

Sunderland Medical School was one of only five new Medical Schools established to address the regional imbalance of medical education places across England and to widen access to ensure that the profession reflects the communities it serves. 

At full capacity we have a cohort of 585 Medical Students. The School of Medicine sits within the Faculty of Health Sciences and Wellbeing at Sunderland University which has a track-record of excellence in science and healthcare education spanning almost 100 years. Our programme allows medical students to learn within our state-of-the-art teaching and learning spaces, including outstanding laboratory facilities, the latest in high fidelity clinical simulation equipment and some of the best hospital, third sector and GP settings in England.

Your next opportunity

We are seeking to appoint a motivated and dynamic Fitness to Practise Lead with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

As Fitness to Practise (FtP) Lead, you will provide academic and operational leadership for Fitness to Practise processes within the MBChB programme.

You will be responsible for delivering the School of Medicine Fitness to Practise Policy and supporting procedures ensuring that school policy meets the requirements for FtP as outlined by the GMC and aligns to the University of Sunderland Fitness to Practise Policy.

You will collaborate closely with senior leadership and key departments to drive initiatives and ensure alignment across all levels, working closely with NHS & placement partners on matters relating to student professionalism, conduct, and patient safety.

This is a fixed-term post for 3-years and salary will be discussed at offer stage against the Clinical Academic Pay Scale.

Is this you?

The successful candidate be a GMC Registered Doctor of Medicine (MBBS/MBChB) and will have experience of Fitness to Practise processes within medical education, as well as proven and in depth understanding of the NHS and Higher Education environment and the complex dynamics of their relationship.

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 28^th June (23:59 GMT)

If you have questions about the role, please contact: Undergraduate Programme Lead - Professor Mark Shipley 

Mark.Shipley@sunderland.ac.uk 

Closing Date: 28 Jun 2026

Team: Academic

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

As an Academic Tutor you will deliver high-quality teaching across undergraduate and postgraduate programmes aligned with Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical and Cosmetic sciences, with a strong emphasis on real-world science and technologies. Help contribute to curriculum development by embedding current industry standards, emerging technologies, and professional competencies into module content. 

Provide discipline-specific teaching in a core area of pharmaceutical and/or cosmetic science, prepare high-quality teaching materials, be domain and industry-aligned and pedagogically effective. Regularly review and enhance module content, assessment strategies, and learning activities to reflect developments in your core area of science.

Contribute to key institutional priorities by supporting student recruitment, retention, and progression, and by enhancing graduate employability through industry-focused teaching, skills development, and employer engagement. Provide academic support and guidance that helps students build confidence, professional awareness, and readiness for careers in the pharmaceutical sector.

Please note this role has varied hours each week, and we expect to require approximately 150hrs per post.

Is this you?

The successful candidate should have recent experience of university teaching across the (pharmaceutical associated sciences) core areas of:

You should hold a PhD or other form of Doctoral qualification in a relevant area aligned with pharmaceutical sciences. You will also have a current membership of and/or high-level professional standing with a Professional, Statutory and Regulatory Body (PSRB) relevant to the School. 

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 14^th June (23:59 GMT)

If you have questions about the role, please contact: Dr Mark Carlile (Team Leader)

Mark.carlile@sunderland.ac.uk 

Closing Date: 14 Jun 2026

Team: Academic

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 us in the Content and Web team as we enter an exciting new phase following the recent relaunch of the University website. This is a key student recruitment tool used to promote the University and the city and you'll get to be part of its evolution.

Working in a tight-knit team, you'll assist with the day-to-day running of the website as well as on project collaborations with marketing and student recruitment colleagues.

You'll use our Content Management System daily to edit a variety of content. Our website's diverse content means every day will be different; you could get involved with research content one day, and course content the next. You'll work with a range of content formats, from short copy to long-form written articles, to multimedia outputs such as videos and imagery.

This is an opportunity to contribute to the continuous improvement of the website and give our users positive digital experiences that support them as they navigate their journey to university.

Is this you?

You're an effective team player who can also work independently across a range of projects. You'll enjoy writing and editing and can adapt your excellent writing skills to suit different audiences and formats. You can communicate well and are confident approaching colleagues across a range of different levels to assist them with their web content requests. You'll have a keen eye for detail and are enthusiastic about improving web content and processes that will help our users discover more about studying at the University of Sunderland.

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 44days’ holiday - that’s31days’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:  Wednesday 17th June 2026 (23:59 GMT)

If you have questions about the role, please contact: 
helen.edmonds@sunderland.ac.uk

Closing Date: 17 Jun 2026

Team: Professional Support

Salary: £27,855 to £30,343 per annum
Fixed Term until December 2027

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 role will focus on designing and developing content for the corporate website, building and maintaining webpages within the content management system based on the established information architecture, and creating content that supports a user-focused, sustainable, and legally compliant web presence for the University. It will also ensure that digital content across all formats meets required standards.

This role is a fixed-term maternity cover until 31/07/2027.

Is this you?

The successful candidate will have:

1. User-Centred Content Design & WCAG Accessibility Standards

• Proven experience identifying user needs, mapping user stories, designing content plans, and creating outstanding, impactful copy for web interfaces. 

• Expertise in following user-centered design principles to shape, structure, and optimize content across a website while ensuring strict compliance with accessibility (WCAG) standards. 

2. Data-Driven Content Optimization & SEO Expertise

• Experience using web analytics, user feedback, user research, and metrics to continuously audit and improve content performance. 

• Ability to conduct user research and use SEO tools (such as Ahrefs, Hotjar, and GA4) to identify content gaps, map out keyword targeting, and build optimized content pillars. 

3. Stakeholder Management & Collaborative CMS Project Delivery

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a proven track record of working collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams and managing diverse stakeholder/client expectations across a large organization. 

• Hands-on experience working with complex Content Management Systems (CMS) or Digital Experience Platforms (DXP) to build, manage, and publish high-quality website content under tight project deadlines.

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 15^th June (23:59 GMT)

If you have questions about the role, please contact: Web Manager Sadhu Kanakarajan at sadhu.kanakarajan@sunderland.ac.uk 

Closing Date: 15 Jun 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)

Your next opportunity

As a Study Abroad Adviser, you will support the development, coordination, and promotion of the University’s Study Abroad programmes, working closely with students, academic colleagues, and international partners to deliver an exceptional mobility experience.

The role involves managing relationships with overseas institutions, coordinating student placements and exchanges, supporting incoming and outgoing students, and ensuring the effective administration of international mobility activity. You will also lead the coordination and submission of the University’s Turing Scheme funding bid, oversee related operational activity, and support the management of workloads associated with Study Abroad and funded mobility programmes.

Working collaboratively across faculties and professional services, you will help identify opportunities available to students, provide expert guidance throughout the application and placement process, and contribute to the continued growth and success of the University’s international ambitions.

This is an exciting opportunity to shape international experiences, support student success, and contribute to the University’s global engagement agenda.

Please note that this role is fixed-term maternity cover for 10-months.

Is this you?

We are looking for an organised and proactive individual with excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, strong attention to detail, and experience of managing competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

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 9^th June (23:59 GMT)

If you have questions about the role, please contact: Lucie Allen (Lucie Allen@sunderland.ac.uk) 

Closing Date: 09 Jun 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: 

Your next opportunity

Join us as we launch the University Gallery at Culture House, the new home of the Northern Gallery for Contemporary Art - one of the region’s most influential contemporary art spaces. 

As Exhibitions Coordinator, you’ll support exhibition production, keep the gallery operational, lead staff and volunteers, manage elements of the NGCA collection, and help deliver engagement activities for students and the wider community. 

This is an exciting chance to contribute to a dynamic cultural hub and help deliver ambitious, inspiring programmes for our audiences.

Is this you?

You thrive in a dynamic, creative environment and bring practical experience of handling artworks along with confidence working in a visual arts–focused role. You’re skilled at coordinating projects, events or exhibitions, balancing hands‑on production with strong organisational abilities. You enjoy working with artists, colleagues, students and visitors, and you’re motivated by delivering high‑quality experiences in a busy, public‑facing gallery open seven days a week. 

If you’re collaborative, solutions‑focused and excited by the chance to help shape a new cultural space for Sunderland, you’ll fit right in.

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: Tuesday 9 June April 2026 (23:59 GMT)

If you have questions about the role, please contact:
Kevin Petrie, Professor of Creative Practice (Learning and Teaching) on kevin.petrie@sunderland.ac.uk

Closing Date: 09 Jun 2026

Team: Professional Support

Salary: £31,604 to £36,545 per annum

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 seeking an experienced social media practitioner to work as an academic tutor to deliver teaching and assess student work on modules on our BA (Hons) Social Media Management course.

Academic tutors are required to cover scheduled teaching activity with additional remunerated time for preparation and assessment, subject to qualifications and areas of specialism.

This position is to cover up to 48 hours across 2026/27. 

Is this you?

Knowledge of topics including social media strategy, community engagement, user motivation, gamification, participation approaches, moderation, and user roles. Experience using the above skills is required.

You will have the ability to engage in these topics to deliver professions-facing teaching which leads to students being able to successfully apply these concepts to building and managing their own digital communities.

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 30^th June (23:59 GMT)

If you have questions about the role, please contact: Lisa Hadwin, acting programme leader, BA (Hons) Social Media Management

lisa.hadwin@sunderland.ac.uk

Closing Date: 30 Jun 2026

Team: Academic

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