The University of Liverpool in the UK Opens Applications for 11 Vacant Postdoctoral and Academic Positions.
The University of Liverpool in the UK Opens Applications for 11 Vacant Postdoctoral and Academic Positions.
The University of Liverpool is located at the heart of a thrilling world city.
The University is a dynamic institution of academic excellence and innovation, making a positive impact across the United Kingdom and the wider world.
Since 1881, they have been at the forefront of world-class research and education, known for our cutting-edge facilities and relentless pursuit of excellence and achievement.
Find out how you can be part of our vibrant community and explore the work they are doing with the famous home city.
Here are 11 Vacant Postdoctoral and Academic Positions at the University of Liverpool.
The School of Dentistry is looking for enthusiastic and motivated dental care professionals who are keen to teach our undergraduate students.
You may be expected to undertake teaching, including clinical supervision, practical teaching in the clinical skills laboratory, and the delivery of lectures and tutorials in the school, as directed by the Dean of the School or relevant Academic Lead.
In addition, you must be prepared to be involved in appropriate pastoral care and Academic Advising of students and to take part in the day-to-day running of the School of Dentistry.
All academic staff are obliged to take part in the formal and informal assessment of students as directed by the Dean of the School.
Staff are also obliged to take part in Peer Review of Teaching, attend Academic Unit meetings, and participate in training.
Salary: National Clinical Scale £44,159 – £81,775 pa (pro-rata)
Application Deadline: 05 January 2026
2. Deputy Director of Human Resources.
Working at the University of Liverpool allows you to be a part of our future, and we’re working towards achieving something special as we move towards our 150th anniversary.
As our Deputy Director of Human Resources, you will be responsible for shaping and delivering a progressive people agenda that aligns with the University’s strategic goals.
You will have ownership and accountability for HR functions, including Strategic HR Partnering, Workforce Planning, and Employee Relations.
You will play a key role in the leadership and development of our highly motivated HR team, helping to drive our people and culture agenda forward in support of the University’s ambitions.
To apply, you must be an experienced and highly skilled senior HR professional who has successfully operated in a large, complex, and unionised environment.
You will be a strategic thinker with excellent analytical, influencing, and problem-solving skills, and you will have extensive and demonstrable knowledge of employment law, employee relations frameworks, and sector-specific challenges.
Salary level: Grade 10 (Salary negotiable)
If this sounds like the role for you, then we would love to hear from you.
For further information and details of how to apply, please visit https://recruit.liverpool.ac.uk
The closing date for applications is Wednesday, 7 January 2026.
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Education Supervisor (Part-time); Ness Gardens.
You will deliver the learning and engagement offer at Ness Botanic Gardens, including but not limited to: school groups, family activities, school holiday offers, and family trials.
You will be proactive, creative, and organised, and have a clear understanding of learning in a variety of contexts.
You will ideally work 2 days a week on an agreed pattern, ideally the same 2 days per week during term time, to assist with school bookings. The post is 0.47 (16 hours per week).
Some flexibility is welcome during school holidays based on planned activities.
This post is offered on a fixed-term basis until February 2028.
Salary: £25,804 – £28,778 pa (pro rata)
Application Deadline: 09-Jan-2026
4. Mechanical Project Engineer; Estates Management.
An opportunity has arisen for a suitably qualified and experienced Mechanical Project Engineer to join the University of Liverpool, a prestigious Russell Group university that is home to 22,000 students and over 6,000 academic and professional services employees.
You will report to the Senior Mechanical Engineer, forming part of the Engineering Services Group led by the Head of Engineering Services within the Estates Management Team under the stewardship of the Director of Estates and Infrastructure.
You will provide support to colleagues of Facilities, Residential, and Commercial Services on all construction and maintenance-related projects, overseeing the process of projects being managed by the University’s approved consultants and contractors, with a wide range of value bands.
You will work closely with Facilities, Residential and Commercial Services, Capital and Minor Works Project Managers, and Mechanical/Electrical Consultants and Maintenance Surveyors to ensure projects are delivered to acceptable standards, within the agreed programme and within the approved budget allocation in a safe way, following the Health and Safety policies of the University.
You will also oversee or on an audit basis, the maintenance works undertaken by the University’s Measured Term Contractor to ensure that agreed quality and technical standards are met.
You will also assist Project Managers, Building and Quantity Surveyors with the commissioning and handover process to ensure that building facilities are fit for purpose when handed over to university departments and Facilities Residential and Commercial Services (FRCS).
You should have a recognised Mechanical Services-related qualification (e.g., NVQ 4, HNC, etc).
This is a permanent full-time post, 35 hours per week.
Salary: Grade 7 £39,906 – £46,049 pa
Application Deadline: 01-Jan-2026
The Department of Chemistry at Liverpool is one of the most exciting places in the UK to study or research Chemistry.
Their pioneering research, bringing about positive changes to society and the economy, was ranked 3rd for impact nationally in successive Research Excellence Framework (REF) exercises (REF2014 and REF2021).
The Department is in the top 5 Chemistry Departments for research income in the UK and was awarded the Queen’s Anniversary Prize in 2023.
We are looking to appoint the next Head of Department to lead and shape the future direction of our world-leading Chemistry Department and deliver ambitious plans to develop the Chemistry estate.
We encourage applications from individuals from groups underrepresented within our workforce, particularly women and people who identify as Black, Asian, or from a minority ethnic background.
Salary will be commensurate with the appointee’s accomplishments, potential, and the academic rank of the appointment.
Informal enquiries regarding the post should be directed to the School Dean, Professor Karl Coleman, karl.coleman@liverpool.ac.uk, or Head of Operations, Mrs Louise Hobson, l.hobson@liverpool.ac.uk.
The deadline for applications for this position is Sunday, 4th January 2026.
Formal interviews and presentations will take place on Thursday, 5th February 2026.
A Research Technician position is available in the research group of Professor Andy Cooper.
You will support all our laboratory activities, including chemistry as well as robotics experiments, and work closely with postdoctoral researchers, PhD students, and collaborators.
Daily activities will include assistance with Health & Safety procedures, laboratory management, facilities, and equipment maintenance.
You should be educated to BTEC Higher Level or equivalent qualification in a relevant discipline and have a flexible attitude to work and working hours.
Some experience in a range of standard laboratory procedures/analytical techniques and Health & Safety is required; skills in electronic and/or hardware engineering and workshop skills would be advantageous.
The role would be ideal for a recent college graduate or someone who would like to transition into academic research and gain experience in how to run large multidisciplinary chemistry facilities.
Salary: £29,588 – £33,951 pa (or pro rata)
Application Deadline: 10-Jan-2026
7. Resident in Equine Internal Medicine; Equine Clinical Science.
This 3-year residency programme is supported by and based in the Philip Leverhulme Equine Hospital (PLEH) at the University of Liverpool’s Leahurst Campus on the Wirral.
The PLEH is a large, well-equipped hospital that is able to diagnose and treat a variety of equine disorders to a high standard.
The Hospital has a large (approx. 1,500 cases per year) and diverse caseload of both elective and emergency cases.
You will be appointed primarily to support clinical academic activities, while you will concurrently receive a broad training in equine medicine, leading to eligibility to sit the ECEIM diploma in equine medicine at a later date.
Your role within the PLEH is to support clinical activities, rotation teaching, and research, as well as CPD/Postgraduate education when required.
You will be involved in the daily small group teaching of fourth and final year veterinary undergraduates during clinical rotations.
You will be involved in the initial evaluation and diagnostic work-up of cases, both during normal working hours and as a participant in the out-of-hours rota.
You will be expected to undertake research projects, from conception to delivering output, working collaboratively with colleagues.
You should hold RCVS membership to practice in the UK by the time you start in the role.
Salary: £33,951 pa (plus OOH allowance and 14.5% employer’s pension contribution)
Application Deadline: 04-Jan-2026 23:30
The preferred start date is 1 April 2026.
The Department of Equine Clinical Science, School of Veterinary Science, University of Liverpool, seeks to appoint a veterinary surgeon (MRCVS or eligible to be registered by the start of appointment) with extensive experience of equine anaesthesia in a hospital setting.
This is an academic position with the primary role around clinical teaching and the caseload on which it is dependant and as such, this post should be attractive to experienced colleagues from clinical practice who have not undergone traditional residency training but are interested in working within a University equine teaching hospital in a multidisciplinary clinical environment, or those colleagues who have undergone specialist veterinary anaesthesia training and hold or are eligible to be examined for a Diploma in Veterinary Anaesthesia & Analgesia (ECVAA/ACVAA or equivalent).
You will have a genuine interest in an academic career, and an interest and experience in both teaching and clinical research.
The role is to provide and develop clinical services in equine anaesthesia in the Equine Hospital, to maintain and develop excellence in undergraduate and postgraduate student experience, and carry out clinical research to support clinical and teaching activities.
Salary: Grade 8 £47,389 – £59,966 pa or Grade 9 £61,759 – £75,917 pa (plus OOH supplement, CPD allowance and membership of a generous pension scheme)
Application Deadline: 04-Jan-2026 23:30
Interviews will be held week commencing 19 January 2026.
The focus of the Service Desk Support Analyst role is to provide proactive technical support to customers using a range of contact methods, including telephone, email, personal callers, and online resources.
The customer user base includes University of Liverpool staff, students (including online), and associates based on and off campus.
Experience of supporting IT users in a similar environment and using a call logging tool is essential, along with the ability to multitask, work on own initiative, and deal sensitively with enquiries from a diverse range of individuals.
You should have a minimum of three GCSEs or equivalent, at grade C or above, including English Language and Maths. The post is available permanently.
Salary: Grade 5 £29,588 – £33,951 pa
Application Deadline: 05-Jan-2026
We are seeking a dedicated and skilled technician to join our team.
You will provide efficient technical service, ensuring optimal organisation, maintenance, and preparation of teaching/assessment spaces/equipment.
You will use and support specialist technologies and assist students and academic staff before, during, and after teaching sessions, handle routine cleaning and maintenance, and order consumables.
The role is varied, involving both independent work and teamwork.
Essential skills include good organisation and time management, along with strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Technical experience in a clinical/teaching/NHS environment is required.
A positive, enthusiastic, and self-motivated approach is essential.
Salary: £25,804 – £28,778 pa
Application Deadline: 11-Jan-2026
This post is based at the Small Animal Teaching Hospital at the Leahurst Campus near Neston, Wirral.
This is an exciting opportunity to join the anaesthesia team in our busy state-of-the-art hospital.
You will be predominantly based in theatre and diagnostic imaging, providing the delivery of anaesthesia and analgesia to our diverse referral caseload, from Soft Tissue Surgery, Neurology, Orthopaedics, Diagnostic Imaging, Oncology, Internal Medicine, Cardiology, and Dermatology.
The nurse will be involved in a range of anaesthesia and analgesia techniques, such as monitoring anaesthesia, locoregional techniques, infusions, and pain scoring.
And will be using the state-of-the-art monitoring equipment, including blood gas analysis, intra-arterial (invasive) blood pressure monitoring, capnography, and ECG, to ensure the best possible care for our patients.
You will be a qualified Veterinary Nurse with relevant experience in anaesthesia.
You must be flexible in shift patterns, and you will be required to be on the nursing rota for weekends, Bank holidays, and University closed days.
The hours of work will be 35 hours a week, plus 26 days’ holiday, pension, and additional benefits
Salary: Grade 5 £29,588- £33,951 pa
Application Deadline: 07-Jan-2026
For general information about the SATH, visit http://www.liv.ac.uk/sath/
