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          <title><![CDATA[Accommodation Services Manager (0301-26)]]></title>
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            <p data-pasted="true"><strong>Your next opportunity&nbsp;</strong></p><p>As Accommodation Services Manager, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the student residential experience at the University, leading a diverse and dynamic accommodation service that places student wellbeing, safety and success at its heart. Reporting to the Head of Student Life, you will provide leadership of the accommodation service and delivery of the accommodation strategy, ensuring our residences are safe, welcoming, inclusive and compliant environments where students can thrive.&nbsp;</p><p>From overseeing the day-to-day management of halls of residence and delivering our Accommodation Strategy, to driving occupancy, financial performance and service innovation, you will have the opportunity to make a lasting impact on both the student experience and the University&#39;s wider ambitions. Working collaboratively with colleagues, students, external partners and stakeholders, you will champion a customer-focused culture, use data and insight to inform decision making, and lead continuous improvement across every aspect of the service.&nbsp;</p><p>This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced leader who is passionate about creating vibrant residential communities, supporting student wellbeing, and delivering excellence in accommodation services.</p><p><strong>Is this you?</strong></p><p>You are an experienced leader with a background in accommodation, housing or a similar operational environment, with a proven ability to lead teams, manage budgets and deliver high-quality services. You bring strong commercial awareness, experience of developing effective systems and processes, and confidence in using data and technology to support decision making. You&#39;ll have a sound understanding of health and safety responsibilities, housing legislation and compliance requirements, alongside excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Most importantly, you&#39;ll be passionate about creating inclusive, welcoming environments where students feel supported, valued and able to thrive.&nbsp;</p><p>If you&#39;re a collaborative and proactive professional who enjoys improving services and making a positive impact, we&#39;d love to hear from you.</p><p><strong>Why join us?</strong></p><p>At the University of Sunderland, we&rsquo;re more than a place of learning, we&rsquo;re a welcoming community that values inclusivity, collaboration, and well-being. We don&rsquo;t just offer jobs, we offer careers that come with support, flexibility, and plenty of perks:&nbsp;</p><ul type="disc"><li>Up to 49 days&rsquo; holiday - that&rsquo;s 36 days&rsquo; annual leave, 5 festive closure days and 8 Bank Holidays!</li><li>Award-winning staff networks that celebrate who you are.</li><li>Lifestyle benefits, with savings on shopping, tech, bikes, and even cars.</li><li>Health and well-being support, from private medical cover to gym discounts.</li><li>Learning and development that helps you achieve your goals.</li></ul><p><strong>Ready to Apply?</strong></p><p>Before getting started, please download the Role Profile under &lsquo;Job Description&rsquo; so you have everything you need. Our application questions assess you directly against the essential and desirable criteria for the role.&nbsp;</p><p data-pasted="true"><strong>Closing date:&nbsp;</strong>Monday 31 August 2026 (23:59 GMT)</p><p><strong>Interviews:</strong> Thursday 10 September 2026 (TBC)</p>
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              Closing Date: 31 Aug 2026<br />
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              Team: Professional Support
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            <p>Salary: &#163;46,756 to &#163;58,228</p>
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          <pubDate>Wed, 05 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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          <title><![CDATA[Senior Lecturer Occupational Therapy (0295-26-R)]]></title>
          <link>https://jobs.sunderland.ac.uk/rss/click.aspx?ref=0295-26-R</link>
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            <p style="margin-left:0cm;" data-pasted="true"><strong>Proud to be Sunderland&nbsp;</strong></p><p style="margin-left:0cm;">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.</p><p style="margin-left:0cm;">We&rsquo;re an inclusive, ambitious and forward‑looking University in a vibrant city that&rsquo;s constantly evolving. We&rsquo;re also entering an exciting new phase with a refreshed vision and strategic ambitions shaped around the changing higher education landscape.</p><p style="margin-left:0cm;">As we move through 2026, we&rsquo;re celebrating being recognised as:</p><ul type="disc"><li style="margin-left:0cm;"><strong>A top 30 UK university</strong> <em>(Guardian University Guide 2026)</em></li><li style="margin-left:0cm;"><strong>1st in the North</strong>‑<strong>East for student support services</strong> <em>(Daily Mail University Guide 2026)</em></li><li style="margin-left:0cm;"><strong>1st in the North</strong>‑<strong>East for teaching quality</strong> <em>(The Times &amp; Sunday Times Good University Guide 2026)</em></li></ul><p style="margin-left:0cm;"><strong>Your next opportunity</strong></p><p style="margin-left:0cm;">Pre-registration programmes in the Allied Health Professions are a growing subject area in the Faculty of Health Sciences and Wellbeing at the University. A multi-million new investment in state-of-the-art facilities and equipment alongside high-quality teaching and the success of our other healthcare programmes positions the faculty well and we are now successfully delivering two pre-registration programmes in Occupational Therapy.</p><p style="margin-left:0cm;">The faculty is seeking an ambitious, enthusiastic and student-centred occupational therapist, with substantial teaching and learning experience, who will deliver an outstanding academic student experience for our undergraduate pre-registration BSc (Hons) Occupational Therapy programmes and any future provision.</p><p style="margin-left:0cm;">The successful candidate will be expected to contribute to delivery of teaching at an undergraduate and post graduate level in occupational therapy and to other undergraduate and postgraduate health care programmes across the faculty. You will be expected to teach on and off campus as well as on-line.</p><p style="margin-left:0cm;">The University offers academic and professional development opportunities and provides a Post Graduate Certificate Teaching Qualification leading to HEA accreditation for those not holding a teaching qualification.</p><p style="margin-left:0cm;"><strong>Is this you?</strong></p><p style="margin-left:0cm;">As a Senior Lecturer in Occupational Therapy, you will demonstrate expertise in your profession and be able to demonstrate your commitment to educating student Occupational Therapists. If you have a practice background in mental health this would be desirable. As well as your practice expertise you will be able to demonstrate leadership alongside excellent organisational, inter-personal, and communication skills.</p><p style="margin-left:0cm;">You will possess an excellent understanding of occupational therapy, research and evidence-informed, sustainable practice. You should demonstrate a clear vision for research and knowledge-exchange activities, as well as a commitment towards employability and continued professional development. The ability to provide research leadership and engagement with relevant internal and external agencies, at regional, national and international level, that enhance the research profile of the department, will also be welcomed.</p><p style="margin-left:0cm;">Applications for this challenging and exciting role are welcome from those who are an HCPC registered Occupational Therapist.</p><p style="margin-left:0cm;"><strong>Why join us?</strong></p><p style="margin-left:0cm;">At the University of Sunderland, we&rsquo;re more than a place of learning, we&rsquo;re a welcoming community that values inclusivity, collaboration, and well-being. We don&rsquo;t just offer jobs, we offer careers that come with support, flexibility, and plenty of perks:</p><div style="margin-left:0cm;"><ul style="margin-left: 26px;"><li style="margin-left:0cm;"><strong>Up to</strong> <strong>49 days&rsquo; holiday</strong> - that&rsquo;s 36 days&rsquo; annual leave, 5 festive closure days and 8 Bank Holidays!</li><li style="margin-left:0cm;"><strong>Award-winning staff networks</strong> that celebrate who you are.</li><li style="margin-left:0cm;"><strong>Lifestyle benefits</strong>, with savings on shopping, tech, bikes, and even cars.</li><li style="margin-left:0cm;"><strong>Health and well-being support</strong>, from private medical cover to gym discounts.</li><li style="margin-left:0cm;"><strong>Learning and development</strong> that helps you achieve your goals.</li></ul></div><p style="margin-left:0cm;"><strong>Ready to Apply?</strong></p><p style="margin-left:0cm;">Before getting started, please download the Role Profile under <strong>&lsquo;Job Description&rsquo;</strong> so you have everything you need.</p><p style="margin-left:0cm;">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.</p><p style="margin-left:0cm;"><strong>Closing date: </strong>Wednesday 19th August<strong>&nbsp;</strong><em>(23:59 GMT)</em></p><p style="margin-left:0cm;"><strong>If you have questions about the role, please contact:</strong> Chris Mckenna (<a href="mailto:chris.mckenna@sunderland.ac.uk">chris.mckenna@sunderland.ac.uk</a>), Brett Lambert (<a href="mailto:brett.lambert@sunderland.ac.uk">brett.lambert@sunderland.ac.uk</a>) or Cath Turner (<a href="mailto:Cath.turner@sunderland.ac.uk">Cath.turner@sunderland.ac.uk</a>)</p>
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              Closing Date: 19 Aug 2026<br />
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              Team: Academic
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            <p>Salary: &#163;46,756 to &#163;58,228 Per annum pro rata - &#163;32,855 - &#163;40,916</p>
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          <pubDate>Wed, 05 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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          <title><![CDATA[Independent Practice Educator (IPE-2026)]]></title>
          <link>https://jobs.sunderland.ac.uk/rss/click.aspx?ref=IPE-2026</link>
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            <p style="margin-left:0cm;" data-pasted="true"><br></p><div style="margin-left:0cm;"><ul style="list-style-type: disc;"><li style="margin-left:0cm;">Position Type: Casual / Set fee payment</li><li style="margin-left:0cm;">Faculty: Faculty of Social Sciences, Education and Creative Industries</li><li style="margin-left:0cm;">Location: North East England (Working directly into Local Authorities across the region)</li></ul></div><h1 style="margin-left:0cm;">About the Opportunity</h1><p style="margin-left:0cm;">Are you an experienced Practice Educator looking for flexible work supporting the next generation of social workers?&nbsp;</p><p style="margin-left:0cm;">The University of Sunderland is seeking dedicated, dynamic Independent Practice Educators to work with social work apprentices across North East local authorities on a casual basis. This role offers flexibility while allowing you to play a vital part in guiding, supervising, and assessing social work students and apprentices directly in practice environments.&nbsp;</p><p style="margin-left:0cm;">In addition to supporting and assessing social work student/apprentice placements, Independent Practice Educators may also be called upon to undertake second-opinion reviews across any of our social work courses where a student has not successfully met the requirements of their placement.&nbsp;</p><h1 style="margin-left:0cm;">Key Responsibilities &amp; Tasks</h1><div style="margin-left:0cm;"><ul style="list-style-type: disc;margin-left: 8px;"><li style="margin-left:0cm;"><strong>Practice Education &amp; Supervision:</strong> Provide high-quality practice education and weekly supervision to social work apprentices placed within partner agencies.</li><li style="margin-left:0cm;"><strong>Progress Tracking &amp; Reviews:</strong> Conduct practice observations, facilitate initial, mid-point, and end-point reviews, and complete formal progress reports.</li><li style="margin-left:0cm;"><strong>Targeted Learning:</strong> Identify individual learning needs, set clear objectives, and utilize appropriate learning resources to support student development.</li><li style="margin-left:0cm;"><strong>Critical Discourse:</strong> Challenge thinking, foster debate, and help apprentices develop critical reflection skills.</li><li style="margin-left:0cm;"><strong>Collaboration:</strong> Work closely with on-site supervisors, mentors, and university academic leads to ensure cohesive support.</li><li style="margin-left:0cm;"><strong>Pastoral &amp; Student Support Liaison</strong>: Offer guidance on practice-related matters and liaise directly with the university academic team if issues arise where students might need extra help, ensuring the team can signpost them to appropriate support services.</li><li style="margin-left:0cm;"><strong>Second-Opinion Reviews:</strong> Conduct second-opinion placement evaluations for students across social work programmes who have failed to meet placement requirements.</li></ul></div><h1 style="margin-left:0cm;">Requirements</h1><h2 style="margin-left:0cm;">Qualifications</h2><div style="margin-left:0cm;"><ul style="list-style-type: disc;margin-left: 8px;"><li style="margin-left:0cm;"><strong>Essential:</strong> Current registration with Social Work England.</li><li style="margin-left:0cm;"><strong>Essential:</strong> Recognised Social Work qualification.</li><li style="margin-left:0cm;"><strong>Essential:</strong> Practice Education Stage 2 Qualification (PEPS 2).</li></ul></div><h2 style="margin-left:0cm;">Experience</h2><div style="margin-left:0cm;"><ul style="list-style-type: disc;margin-left: 8px;"><li style="margin-left:0cm;"><strong>Essential:</strong> Direct experience as a Practice Educator for Social Work students within the last two years.</li><li style="margin-left:0cm;"><strong>Essential:</strong> Practical experience in social work across any field.</li><li style="margin-left:0cm;"><strong>Desirable:</strong> Experience supporting students who are struggling or not on track for completion during placement.</li></ul></div><h2 style="margin-left:0cm;">Skills &amp; Attributes</h2><div style="margin-left:0cm;"><ul style="list-style-type: disc;"><li style="margin-left:0cm;"><strong>Communication &amp; Engagement:</strong> Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage positively with a range of stakeholders, apprentices, and academic leads.</li><li style="margin-left:0cm;"><strong>Academic &amp; Framework Knowledge:</strong> Working knowledge of the social work curriculum, how it relates to professional accreditation, and a strong understanding of pre-qualifying practice education (PEPS).</li><li style="margin-left:0cm;"><strong>Pastoral Liaison &amp; Support:</strong> Strong interpersonal skills to navigate sensitive student issues, with the insight to liaise proactively with the university academic team so students can be signposted to appropriate support.</li><li style="margin-left:0cm;"><strong>Integrity &amp; Professional Values:</strong> High level of commitment to equality, diversity, inclusion, and anti-oppressive practice, demonstrating honesty, accountability, and a solution-focused approach.</li><li style="margin-left:0cm;"><strong>Self-Management:</strong> Highly organized and self-motivated, with the ability to independently manage own workload, visits, and supervision schedules.</li></ul></div><h1 style="margin-left:0cm;">Working Arrangements</h1><p style="margin-left:0cm;">Hours for this role are flexible and determined on a casual, claims-based basis depending on apprentice intake and placement schedules across the region.</p><h1 style="margin-left:0cm;">How to Apply / Register Interest</h1><p style="margin-left:0cm;">To apply for the role, please submit your CV and an outline of how you meet the requirements via email by 11:59pm on the 18<sup>th</sup> August 2026 - <a data-fr-linked="true" href="mailto:cally.bleasby@sunderland.ac.uk" data-pasted="true">cally.bleasby@sunderland.ac.uk</a>. A discussion will be held with interested applicants who meet the requirements of the role.&nbsp;</p><p style="margin-left:0cm;">Please note, scope to recruit to the role is limited and if there are more applicants than roles, short listing will take place.</p><p style="margin-left:0cm;">If you are interested in applying for the role or discussing it further, you can contact Cally Bleasby, Associate Head of School via email.</p>
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              Closing Date: 18 Aug 2026<br />
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              Team: Casuals
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          <pubDate>Tue, 04 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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          <title><![CDATA[Senior Lecturer in Sport and Exercise Physiology (0275-26-R)]]></title>
          <link>https://jobs.sunderland.ac.uk/rss/click.aspx?ref=0275-26-R</link>
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            <p style="margin-left:0cm;" data-pasted="true"><strong>Proud to be Sunderland&nbsp;</strong></p><p style="margin-left:0cm;">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.</p><p style="margin-left:0cm;">We&rsquo;re an inclusive, ambitious and forward‑looking University in a vibrant city that&rsquo;s constantly evolving. We&rsquo;re also entering an exciting new phase with a refreshed vision and strategic ambitions shaped around the changing higher education landscape.</p><p style="margin-left:0cm;">As we move through 2026, we&rsquo;re celebrating being recognised as:</p><ul type="disc"><li style="margin-left:0cm;"><strong>A top 30 UK university</strong> <em>(Guardian University Guide 2026)</em></li><li style="margin-left:0cm;"><strong>1st in the North</strong>‑<strong>East for student support services</strong> <em>(Daily Mail University Guide 2026)</em></li><li style="margin-left:0cm;"><strong>1st in the North</strong>‑<strong>East for teaching quality</strong> <em>(The Times &amp; Sunday Times Good University Guide 2026)</em></li></ul><p style="margin-left:0cm;"><strong>Your next opportunity</strong></p><p style="margin-left:0cm;">This is an exciting opportunity to be involved in the education of Sport and Exercise Science, and future Sport and Exercise Medicine practitioners in the vibrant School of Medicine, and to contribute to the promotion of teaching, research and reach-out activities across the School, and wider Faculty. You will join our creative team of educators and contribute to our thriving partnership with schools, colleges, sport, fitness, public health, and healthcare providers. We are seeking an experienced sport and exercise physiologist, preferably with an interest in clinical exercise physiology or sport and exercise medicine, with a passion for education and supporting the students undergoing professional development.&nbsp;</p><p style="margin-left:0cm;">Due to exciting new developments, there is an opportunity for an experienced educator to join the team on a<strong>&nbsp;two-year fixed term contract</strong>.</p><p style="margin-left:0cm;"><strong>Is this you?</strong></p><p style="margin-left:0cm;">The successful candidate will ideally hold current professional membership with the Chartered Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences (CASES) or Clinical Exercise Physiology UK, and a PhD/Doctorate in a relevant subject area. Individual CASES Sport and Exercise Accreditation is desirable. Key experience and skills we are looking for include:</p><p style="margin-left:0cm;">o Significant experience leading and managing undergraduate and/or postgraduate courses.</p><p style="margin-left:0cm;">o Significant teaching experience in the fields of exercise physiology, clinical exercise physiology, or sport and exercise medicine, and research methods and applied professional practice are essential. A willingness to contribute to teaching biomechanics or performance analysis is desirable.</p><p style="margin-left:0cm;">o Significant experience providing outstanding personalised student/learner academic support and applied professional practice supervision.</p><p style="margin-left:0cm;">o Significant experience leading innovative programme developments in the higher education sector.</p><p style="margin-left:0cm;">o established regional, national, and/or international collaborations and networks in the field of sport and exercise physiology, clinical exercise physiology, and/or sport and exercise medicine to drive and strengthen innovation, research, and knowledge exchange.</p><p style="margin-left:0cm;">o established research profile along with significant experience leading high-impact research and building research capacity.&nbsp;</p><p style="margin-left:0cm;">The role requires the successful candidate to be an autonomous practitioner who can offer expert knowledge, guidance and support to the student and the wider team. This Senior Lecturer post is both exciting and challenging and requires excellent knowledge and understanding of teaching and learning; supporting staff and students within and across teams while successfully leading modules in an HEI setting.</p><p style="margin-left:0cm;"><strong>Why join us?</strong></p><p style="margin-left:0cm;">At the University of Sunderland, we&rsquo;re more than a place of learning, we&rsquo;re a welcoming community that values inclusivity, collaboration, and well-being. We don&rsquo;t just offer jobs, we offer careers that come with support, flexibility, and plenty of perks:</p><div style="margin-left:0cm;"><ul style="margin-left: 26px;"><li style="margin-left:0cm;"><strong>Up to</strong> <strong>49 days&rsquo; holiday</strong> - that&rsquo;s 36 days&rsquo; annual leave, 5 festive closure days and 8 Bank Holidays!</li><li style="margin-left:0cm;"><strong>Award-winning staff networks</strong> that celebrate who you are.</li><li style="margin-left:0cm;"><strong>Lifestyle benefits</strong>, with savings on shopping, tech, bikes, and even cars.</li><li style="margin-left:0cm;"><strong>Health and well-being support</strong>, from private medical cover to gym discounts.</li><li style="margin-left:0cm;"><strong>Learning and development</strong> that helps you achieve your goals.</li></ul></div><p style="margin-left:0cm;"><strong>Ready to Apply?</strong></p><p style="margin-left:0cm;">Before getting started, please download the Role Profile under <strong>&lsquo;Job Description&rsquo;</strong> so you have everything you need.</p><p style="margin-left:0cm;">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.</p><p style="margin-left:0cm;"><strong>Closing date:&nbsp;</strong>Friday 4th September <em>(23:59 GMT)</em></p><p style="margin-left:0cm;"><strong>If you have questions about the role, please contact:</strong> <a href="mailto:Lisa.board@sunderland.ac.uk">Lisa.board@sunderland.ac.uk</a>, (Associate Head of School, Sport, Health and Performance) or <a href="mailto:Will.evans@sunderland.ac.uk">Will.evans@sunderland.ac.uk</a> (Programme Lead).</p>
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              Closing Date: 04 Sep 2026<br />
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              Team: Academic
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            <p>Salary: &#163;46,756 to &#163;58,228</p>
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          <pubDate>Tue, 04 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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          <title><![CDATA[BioSciences Technician (0302-26)]]></title>
          <link>https://jobs.sunderland.ac.uk/rss/click.aspx?ref=0302-26</link>
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            <p style="margin-left:0cm;" data-pasted="true"><strong>Proud to be Sunderland&nbsp;</strong></p><p style="margin-left:0cm;">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.</p><p style="margin-left:0cm;">We&rsquo;re an inclusive, ambitious and forward‑looking University in a vibrant city that&rsquo;s constantly evolving. We&rsquo;re also entering an exciting new phase with a refreshed vision and strategic ambitions shaped around the changing higher education landscape.</p><p style="margin-left:0cm;">As we move through 2026, we&rsquo;re celebrating being recognised as:</p><ul type="disc"><li style="margin-left:0cm;"><strong>A top 30 UK university</strong> <em>(Guardian University Guide 2026)</em></li><li style="margin-left:0cm;"><strong>1st in the North</strong>‑<strong>East for student support services</strong> <em>(Daily Mail University Guide 2026)</em></li><li style="margin-left:0cm;"><strong>1st in the North</strong>‑<strong>East for teaching quality</strong> <em>(The Times &amp; Sunday Times Good University Guide 2026)</em></li></ul><p style="margin-left:0cm;"><strong>Your next opportunity</strong></p><p style="margin-left:0cm;">An excellent opportunity has arisen within our Technical Team for a 0.5FTE BioSciences Technician (3.7 hours daily Monday to Friday). Working in our state-of-the-art Science Complex, you will provide technical support to both under and post graduate students in our Formulation &amp; Cosmetic sciences labs.</p><p style="margin-left:0cm;">You will work independently as well as being part of a technical team to provide technical support to enable the Faculty and Technical Services to meet its objectives in a range of technical activities across the Faculty of Health Sciences and Wellbeing, including the Cosmetic and Pharmaceutical science labs, supporting all practical aspects of laboratory operations to students, staff and external agencies. You will ensure appropriate resources (materials, solutions and equipment) for student classes, student projects, research and external activity work are setup and available.</p><p style="margin-left:0cm;"><strong>Is this you?</strong></p><p style="margin-left:0cm;">You will have the skills and knowledge of relevant techniques and equipment supporting academic delivery in sciences, with a primary focus on Pharmaceutical and Cosmetic Science. You will possess a degree (or equivalent) in a science related subject or have substantial experience and have a customer service focus, knowledge of relevant Health and Safety legislation, with the ability to carry out risk assessments.</p><p style="margin-left:0cm;"><strong>Why join us?</strong></p><p style="margin-left:0cm;">At the University of Sunderland, we&rsquo;re more than a place of learning, we&rsquo;re a welcoming community that values inclusivity, collaboration, and well-being. We don&rsquo;t just offer jobs, we offer careers that come with support, flexibility, and plenty of perks:</p><div style="margin-left:0cm;"><ul style="margin-left: 26px;"><li style="margin-left:0cm;"><strong>Up to</strong> <strong>44 days&rsquo; holiday</strong> - that&rsquo;s 31 days&rsquo; annual leave, 5 festive closure days and 8 Bank Holidays!</li><li style="margin-left:0cm;"><strong>Award-winning staff networks</strong> that celebrate who you are.</li><li style="margin-left:0cm;"><strong>Lifestyle benefits</strong>, with savings on shopping, tech, bikes, and even cars.</li><li style="margin-left:0cm;"><strong>Health and well-being support</strong>, from private medical cover to gym discounts.</li><li style="margin-left:0cm;"><strong>Learning and development</strong> that helps you achieve your goals.</li></ul></div><p style="margin-left:0cm;"><strong>Ready to Apply?</strong></p><p style="margin-left:0cm;">Before getting started, please download the Role Profile under <strong>&lsquo;Job Description&rsquo;</strong> so you have everything you need.</p><p style="margin-left:0cm;">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.</p><p style="margin-left:0cm;"><strong>Closing date:&nbsp;</strong>Sunday 16<sup>th</sup> August<strong>&nbsp;</strong><em>(23:59 GMT)</em></p><p style="margin-left:0cm;"><strong>If you have questions about the role, please contact:</strong> Paul Stronach - Team Leader (Sciences) at <a href="mailto:Paul.stronach@sunderland.ac.uk">Paul.stronach@sunderland.ac.uk</a></p><p style="margin-left:0cm;"><em>We may close this vacancy earlier than the advertised closing date if we receive a high volume of applications. If this sounds like the opportunity for you, don&#39;t wait &ndash; get your application in early!</em></p>
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              Closing Date: 16 Aug 2026<br />
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              Team: Support
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            <p>Salary: &#163;27,855 to &#163;30,343 per annum pro rata - &#163;13,927 - &#163;15,171</p>
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          <pubDate>Fri, 31 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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          <title><![CDATA[Senior Lecturer - Dental Technology (0305-26)]]></title>
          <link>https://jobs.sunderland.ac.uk/rss/click.aspx?ref=0305-26</link>
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            <p><strong>Proud to be Sunderland</strong></p><p>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.</p><p>We&rsquo;re an inclusive, ambitious and forward-looking University in a vibrant city that&rsquo;s constantly evolving. We&rsquo;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&rsquo;re celebrating being recognised as:</p><ul><li>A top 30 UK university (Guardian University Guide 2026)</li><li>1st in the North-East for student support services (Daily Mail University Guide 2026)</li><li>1st in the North-East for teaching quality (The Times &amp; Sunday Times Good University Guide 2026)</li></ul><p style="margin-left:0cm;" data-pasted="true"><strong>Be part of something transformational</strong></p><p style="margin-left:0cm;">The University of Sunderland is launching an exciting new Dental Academy, welcoming its first students in September 2027. This significant investment will help address the growing demand for dental care across our region while creating outstanding opportunities for the next generation of dental professionals.</p><p style="margin-left:0cm;">Our new academy will deliver programmes in Dental Hygiene, Dental Therapy and Dental Technology, combining innovative teaching with hands-on clinical experience in state-of-the-art facilities. As part of this ambitious development, you&#39;ll play a key role in shaping a brand-new learning environment that will support students to graduate career-ready and equipped to meet the needs of patients and communities.</p><p style="margin-left:0cm;">By training skilled dental professionals locally, the Dental Academy will help improve access to care, strengthen the regional workforce and contribute to better oral health outcomes across the North-East. This is a unique opportunity to join a pioneering team and make a lasting impact on education, healthcare and the communities we serve.</p><p><strong>Your next opportunity</strong></p><p>Undergraduate Dental Care Professional (DCP) programmes are a growing subject area through our Dental Academy in the Faculty of Health Sciences and Wellbeing at the University. A multi-million new investment in state-of-the-art facilities and equipment alongside high-quality teaching and the success of our other healthcare programmes positions the faculty well.</p><p>We are seeking an ambitious, enthusiastic and student-centred dental technician, with teaching and learning or professional experience, who will deliver an outstanding academic student experience for our undergraduate DCP programmes and any future provision.</p><style data-pasted="true">a {    text-decoration: none;    color: #464feb; }tr th, tr td {    border: 1px solid #e6e6e6; }tr th {    background-color: #f5f5f5; }</style><style>a {    text-decoration: none;    color: #464feb; }tr th, tr td {    border: 1px solid #e6e6e6; }tr th {    background-color: #f5f5f5; }</style><div>You will contribute to the preparation, design and delivery of undergraduate programmes in Dental Technology, Dental Hygiene and Dental Therapy, as well as other undergraduate and postgraduate healthcare programmes across the Faculty where appropriate. You will be expected to teach on and off campus, as well as online.</div><p>The University offers academic and professional development opportunities and provides a Post Graduate Certificate Teaching Qualification leading to HEA accreditation for those not holding a teaching qualification.</p><p><strong>Is this you?</strong></p><p>As a Senior Lecturer in Dental Technology, you will demonstrate expertise in your profession and be able to showcase your commitment to educating students. As well as your practice expertise you will be able to demonstrate leadership alongside excellent organisational, inter-personal, and communication skills.</p><p>You will possess an excellent understanding of dental technology, research and evidence-informed, sustainable practice. You should demonstrate a clear vision for research and knowledge-exchange activities, as well as a commitment towards employability and continued professional development. The ability to provide research leadership and engagement with relevant internal and external agencies, at regional, national and international level, that enhance the research profile of the department, will also be welcomed. Applications for this challenging and exciting role are welcome from those who are GDC registered.</p><p data-pasted="true"><strong>Why join us?</strong></p><p>At the University of Sunderland, we&rsquo;re more than a place of learning, we&rsquo;re a welcoming community that values inclusivity, collaboration, and well-being. We don&rsquo;t just offer jobs, we offer careers that come with support, flexibility, and plenty of perks:&nbsp;</p><ul style="list-style-type: disc;margin-left: 26px;" data-pasted="true"><li>Up to 49 days&rsquo; holiday - that&rsquo;s 36 days&rsquo; annual leave, 5 festive closure days and 8 Bank Holidays!</li><li>Award-winning staff networks that celebrate who you are.</li><li>Lifestyle benefits, with savings on shopping, tech, bikes, and even cars.</li><li>Health and well-being support, from private medical cover to gym discounts.</li><li>Learning and development that helps you achieve your goals.</li></ul><p data-pasted="true"><strong>Ready to Apply?</strong></p><p>Before getting started, please download the Role Profile under &lsquo;Job Description&rsquo; so you have everything you need.&nbsp;</p><p>Our application questions assess you directly against the essential and desirable criteria for the role.&nbsp;</p><p>Closing date: Sunday 23 August 2026 (23:59 GMT)</p><p>If you have any questions about the role please contact Rachel Elliot (rachel.elliott@sunderland.ac.uk)</p>
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              Closing Date: 23 Aug 2026<br />
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          <title><![CDATA[Learning and Development Coach in Computing (0226-26-R2)]]></title>
          <link>https://jobs.sunderland.ac.uk/rss/click.aspx?ref=0226-26-R2</link>
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            <p style="margin-left:0cm;" data-pasted="true"><strong>Proud to be Sunderland&nbsp;</strong></p><p style="margin-left:0cm;">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.&nbsp;</p><p style="margin-left:0cm;">We&rsquo;re an inclusive, ambitious and forward‑looking University in a vibrant city that&rsquo;s constantly evolving. We&rsquo;re also entering an exciting new phase with a refreshed vision and strategic ambitions shaped around the changing higher education landscape.</p><p style="margin-left:0cm;">As we move through 2026, we&rsquo;re celebrating being recognised as:&nbsp;</p><div style="margin-left:0cm;"><ul style="list-style-type: disc;"><li style="margin-left:0cm;"><strong>A top 30 UK university</strong> <em>(Guardian University Guide 2026)</em></li></ul></div><ul type="disc"><li style="margin-left:0cm;"><strong>1st in the North</strong>‑<strong>East for student support services</strong> <em>(Daily Mail University Guide 2026)</em></li><li style="margin-left:0cm;"><strong>1st in the North</strong>‑<strong>East for teaching quality</strong> <em>(The Times &amp; Sunday Times Good University Guide 2026)</em></li></ul><p style="margin-left:0cm;"><strong>Your next opportunity</strong></p><p style="margin-left:0cm;">If you are building your academic career and want to do so somewhere that is genuinely investing in its people and its portfolio, this is a compelling moment to join us. You will be part of a growing, ambitious team, contributing to technically rigorous, professionally relevant curriculum that serves a diverse and international student community. Our faculty has active research interests in digital transformation and AI, sustainable engineering and advanced manufacturing, and cybersecurity and resilience, and we are looking for colleagues who want to contribute to this.&nbsp;</p><p style="margin-left:0cm;">We are recruiting a Learning and Development Coach in Computing, where the successful candidate will play a key role in supporting apprentices throughout their programme of study within the workplace, helping them to achieve successful outcomes and progress in their professional development. You will work closely with apprentices, employers, and academic colleagues to ensuring a high-quality learning experience aligned to Apprenticeship Standards and programme requirements, applying specialist Computer Science knowledge to support the development of technical competence in a workplace context.</p><p style="margin-left:0cm;"><em>Please note this is a fixed-term post for 18 months.</em></p><p style="margin-left:0cm;"><strong>Is this you?</strong></p><p style="margin-left:0cm;">The successful candidate will have &ndash;&nbsp;</p><p style="margin-left:0cm;">- Specialist knowledge of Computer Science principles, with the ability to apply this to support technical learning and development in a workplace context.</p><p style="margin-left:0cm;">- Ability to support learners in applying technical knowledge to complex, real-world scenarios and professional practice.</p><p style="margin-left:0cm;">- Ability to apply professional judgement in identifying learning needs, selecting appropriate interventions, and adapting approaches to support learner progression and achievement.</p><p style="margin-left:0cm;">- Understanding of current industry practices, tools, and technologies relevant to the subject area.</p><p style="margin-left:0cm;">- Ability to interpret Apprenticeship Standards and align subject knowledge to programme outcomes and assessment requirements.</p><p style="margin-left:0cm;"><strong>Why join us?</strong></p><p style="margin-left:0cm;">At the University of Sunderland, we&rsquo;re more than a place of learning, we&rsquo;re a welcoming community that values inclusivity, collaboration, and well-being. We don&rsquo;t just offer jobs, we offer careers that come with support, flexibility, and plenty of perks:&nbsp;</p><div style="margin-left:0cm;"><ul><li style="margin-left:0cm;"><strong>Up to</strong> <strong>49 days&rsquo; holiday</strong> - that&rsquo;s 36 days&rsquo; annual leave, 5 festive closure days and 8 Bank Holidays!&nbsp;</li><li style="margin-left:0cm;"><strong>Award-winning staff networks</strong> that celebrate who you are.&nbsp;</li><li style="margin-left:0cm;"><strong>Lifestyle benefits</strong>, with savings on shopping, tech, bikes, and even cars.&nbsp;</li><li style="margin-left:0cm;"><strong>Health and well-being support</strong>, from private medical cover to gym discounts.&nbsp;</li><li style="margin-left:0cm;"><strong>Learning and development</strong> that helps you achieve your goals.</li></ul></div><p style="margin-left:0cm;"><strong>Ready to Apply?</strong></p><p style="margin-left:0cm;">Before getting started, please download the Role Profile under <strong>&lsquo;Job Description&rsquo;</strong> so you have everything you need.&nbsp;</p><p style="margin-left:0cm;">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.&nbsp;</p><p style="margin-left:0cm;"><strong>Closing date:</strong> <em>Sunday 23rd August (23:59 GMT)</em></p><p style="margin-left:0cm;"><strong>If you have questions about the role, please contact:&nbsp;</strong>Paul Graham on email: <a href="mailto:Paul.Graham@sunderland.ac.uk">Paul.Graham@sunderland.ac.uk</a>&nbsp;</p>
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              Closing Date: 23 Aug 2026<br />
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              Team: Support
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          <pubDate>Wed, 29 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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          <title><![CDATA[Senior Lecturer - Dental Hygiene and Therapy (0304-26)]]></title>
          <link>https://jobs.sunderland.ac.uk/rss/click.aspx?ref=0304-26</link>
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            <p data-pasted="true"><strong>Proud to be Sunderland</strong></p><p>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.</p><p>We&rsquo;re an inclusive, ambitious and forward-looking University in a vibrant city that&rsquo;s constantly evolving. We&rsquo;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&rsquo;re celebrating being recognised as:</p><ul><li>A top 30 UK university (Guardian University Guide 2026)</li><li>1st in the North-East for student support services (Daily Mail University Guide 2026)</li><li>1st in the North-East for teaching quality (The Times &amp; Sunday Times Good University Guide 2026)</li></ul><p data-pasted="true"><strong>Be part of something transformational</strong></p><p>The University of Sunderland is launching an exciting new Dental Academy, welcoming its first students in September 2027. This significant investment will help address the growing demand for dental care across our region while creating outstanding opportunities for the next generation of dental professionals.</p><p>Our new academy will deliver programmes in Dental Hygiene, Dental Therapy and Dental Technology, combining innovative teaching with hands-on clinical experience in state-of-the-art facilities. As part of this ambitious development, you&#39;ll play a key role in shaping a brand-new learning environment that will support students to graduate career-ready and equipped to meet the needs of patients and communities.</p><p>By training skilled dental professionals locally, the Dental Academy will help improve access to care, strengthen the regional workforce and contribute to better oral health outcomes across the North-East. This is a unique opportunity to join a pioneering team and make a lasting impact on education, healthcare and the communities we serve.</p><p><strong>Your next opportunity</strong></p><p>Undergraduate Dental Care Professional (DCP) programmes are a growing subject area through our Dental Academy in the Faculty of Health Sciences and Wellbeing at the University. A multi-million new investment in state-of-the-art facilities and equipment alongside high-quality teaching and the success of our other healthcare programmes positions the faculty well. We are seeking an ambitious, enthusiastic and student-centred dental hygiene and therapist, with substantial teaching and learning experience, who will deliver an outstanding academic student experience for our undergraduate DCP programmes and any future provision.</p><style data-pasted="true">a {    text-decoration: none;    color: #464feb; }tr th, tr td {    border: 1px solid #e6e6e6; }tr th {    background-color: #f5f5f5; }</style><style>a {    text-decoration: none;    color: #464feb; }tr th, tr td {    border: 1px solid #e6e6e6; }tr th {    background-color: #f5f5f5; }</style><div>You will contribute to the preparation, design and delivery of undergraduate programmes in Dental Technology, Dental Hygiene and Dental Therapy, as well as other undergraduate and postgraduate healthcare programmes across the Faculty where appropriate. You will be expected to teach on and off campus, as well as online.</div><p>The University offers academic and professional development opportunities and provides a Post Graduate Certificate Teaching Qualification leading to HEA accreditation for those not holding a teaching qualification.</p><p><strong>Is this you?</strong></p><p>As a Senior Lecturer in Dental Hygiene and Therapy, you will demonstrate expertise in your profession and be able to showcase your commitment to educating students. As well as your practice expertise you will be able to demonstrate leadership alongside excellent organisational, inter-personal, and communication skills.</p><p>You will possess an excellent understanding of dental hygiene and therapy, research and evidence-informed, sustainable practice. You should demonstrate a clear vision for research and knowledge-exchange activities, as well as a commitment towards employability and continued professional development. The ability to provide research leadership and engagement with relevant internal and external agencies, at regional, national and international level, that enhance the research profile of the department, will also be welcomed.</p><p>Applications for this challenging and exciting role are welcome from those who are GDC registered.</p><p data-pasted="true"><strong>Why join us?</strong></p><p>At the University of Sunderland, we&rsquo;re more than a place of learning, we&rsquo;re a welcoming community that values inclusivity, collaboration, and well-being. We don&rsquo;t just offer jobs, we offer careers that come with support, flexibility, and plenty of perks:&nbsp;</p><ul style="list-style-type: disc;margin-left: 26px;" data-pasted="true"><li>Up to 49 days&rsquo; holiday - that&rsquo;s 36 days&rsquo; annual leave, 5 festive closure days and 8 Bank Holidays!</li><li>Award-winning staff networks that celebrate who you are.</li><li>Lifestyle benefits, with savings on shopping, tech, bikes, and even cars.</li><li>Health and well-being support, from private medical cover to gym discounts.</li><li>Learning and development that helps you achieve your goals.</li></ul><p data-pasted="true"><strong>Ready to Apply?</strong></p><p>Before getting started, please download the Role Profile under &lsquo;Job Description&rsquo; so you have everything you need.&nbsp;</p><p>Our application questions assess you directly against the essential and desirable criteria for the role.&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Closing date:&nbsp;</strong>Sunday 23 August 2026 (23:59 GMT)</p><p>If you have any questions about the role please contact Rachel Elliot (rachel.elliott@sunderland.ac.uk)</p>
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              Closing Date: 23 Aug 2026<br />
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              Team: Academic
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            <p>Salary: &#163;46,756 to &#163;58,228</p>
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          <pubDate>Wed, 29 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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          <title><![CDATA[Senior Lecturer - Mental health Nursing (Maternity Cover) (0199-26-R)]]></title>
          <link>https://jobs.sunderland.ac.uk/rss/click.aspx?ref=0199-26-R</link>
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            <p data-pasted="true"><strong>Proud to be Sunderland&nbsp;</strong></p><p>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.&nbsp;</p><p>We&rsquo;re an inclusive, ambitious and forward‑looking University in a vibrant city that&rsquo;s constantly evolving. We&rsquo;re also entering an exciting new phase with a refreshed vision and strategic ambitions shaped around the changing higher education landscape.</p><p>As we move through 2026, we&rsquo;re celebrating being recognised as:&nbsp;</p><ul><li><strong>A top 30 UK university&nbsp;</strong>(Guardian University Guide 2026)</li><li><strong>1st in the North‑East for student support services&nbsp;</strong>(Daily Mail University Guide 2026)</li><li><strong>1st in the North‑East for teaching quality</strong> (The Times &amp; Sunday Times Good University Guide 2026)</li></ul><p><strong>Your next opportunity</strong></p><p>Join a supportive and ambitious academic community where you&rsquo;ll help shape the future mental health nursing workforce. You&rsquo;ll have the opportunity to influence student success, contribute to research and innovation, and build strong partnerships across healthcare and education.</p><p>Please note: This is a fixed term position covering maternity, for 1 year.</p><p><strong>Is this you?</strong></p><p>You&rsquo;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.</p><p><strong>Why join us?</strong></p><p>At the University of Sunderland, we&rsquo;re more than a place of learning, we&rsquo;re a welcoming community that values inclusivity, collaboration, and well-being. We don&rsquo;t just offer jobs, we offer careers that come with support, flexibility, and plenty of perks:&nbsp;</p><ul><li><strong>Up to 49 days&rsquo; holiday</strong> - that&rsquo;s 36 days&rsquo; annual leave, 5 festive closure days and 8 Bank Holidays!&nbsp;</li><li><strong>Award-winning staff networks</strong> that celebrate who you are.&nbsp;</li><li><strong>Lifestyle benefit</strong><strong>s</strong>, with savings on shopping, tech, bikes, and even cars.&nbsp;</li><li><strong>Health and well-being support</strong>, from private medical cover to gym discounts.&nbsp;</li><li><strong>Learning and development</strong> that helps you achieve your goals.</li></ul><p><strong>Ready to Apply?</strong></p><p>Before getting started, please download the Role Profile under &lsquo;Job Description&rsquo; so you have everything you need.&nbsp;</p><p>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.&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Closing date:</strong> Thursday 13th August (23:59 GMT)</p><p><strong>If you have questions about the role, please contact:</strong>&nbsp;</p><p>Gill Maw, Associate Head of School, on gill.maw@sunderland.ac.uk.</p>
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              Closing Date: 13 Aug 2026<br />
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              Team: Academic
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            <p>Salary: &#163;46,756 to &#163;58,228<br/> Fixed Term (1 year)</p>
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          <pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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