Heriot-Watt University

Head of Student Success and Experience

Lead student success, retention and experience programmes; data-driven decision making; cross-functional leadership; online higher education experience preferred.

Media Relations Officer

University degree or equivalent; experience in press office/public affairs; media strategy; content creation; CMS experience; teamwork; deadline-driven; digital platforms.

Assistant Professor in Environment & Society

Assistant Professor

PhD in environment or society; strong publication record; postdoctoral/field work; international development context experience; supervise; teach across programs; online teaching experience.

Research Assistant in Design and Fabrication of Bespoke Microscope System/Bioengineering Design

Research Assistant

Masters in Physics or Engineering; experience with lasers/optics; strong experimental skills; CAD and fabrication familiarity; able to communicate research findings.

Research Assistant (Inclusive Careers in Engineering Project)

Postgraduate qualification or equivalent research experience; strong qualitative methods; NVivo; ability to work in a team; good English communication.

Undergraduate degree in social sciences with postgraduate experience (masters) or equivalent; strong qualitative research and stakeholder engagement skills; ability to produce research outputs.

Technician/Senior Technician

Technician

3–5 years post-apprentice workshop experience; CNC machining; CAD; health and safety knowledge; strong communication and teamwork.

Research Associate in AI & Wireless Communications

Research Associate

PhD in Electrical Engineering or Computing or related field; strong signal processing and wireless communications background; experience with MATLAB/C/C++/Java/Python; publications; good communication and teamwork; industrial experience desirable.

GRI Contracts Advisor

Draft, negotiate, and manage commercial contracts for research engagements; strong legal and IP knowledge; experience in higher education contracts; excellent communication.

Enrolment Advisor

Degree-level education; experience in marketing, student recruitment, sales or customer service; strong IT and communication skills; detail-oriented and able to handle multiple priorities.

Digital Media Producer

Experience creating high-quality video, audio, and digital media for education; collaborate with subject matter experts; meet deadlines; use Adobe CC tools.

HR Business Analyst

Degree or equivalent; data analysis; Oracle Fusion or HR system; UK employment law; data governance; Microsoft Office; stakeholder management; confidentiality.

Postdoctoral Research Associate in Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

Postdoctoral Research Associate

PhD in a relevant discipline; strong understanding of equality, diversity and inclusion; qualitative research skills; developing publication record; ability to work independently and in a team.

Student Success Advisor-Student Experience

Student Success Advisor

Honours degree (First Degree). Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and IT skills; able to present to groups; proficient with MS Office and student systems.

Student Wellbeing and Transition Advisor

First degree level education; experience in student support and guidance; IT proficiency; ability to handle sensitive cases; training delivery.

Research Development Officer

Honours degree; excellent written and oral communication; independent initiative; organised; customer-focused; able to manage multiple projects under pressure; team player.

Assistant Manager, International Student Recruitment

Assistant Manager

Bachelor degree; 6+ years in sales or student recruitment in higher education; international recruitment experience; strategic planning and CRM reporting; strong networking and leadership.

TomoGrav Postdoctoral Research Associate Call I: From Black Hole Tomography to Magnetic Resonance Imaging

PhD in astronomy, physics, electrical engineering, applied mathematics, computer science, or related fields; expertise in computational imaging; strong publication record; excellent communication skills.

Title	Location	Date
Head of Student Success and Experience Full Time · $58K-$69K Edinburgh or Dubai · Hybrid	Edinburgh or Dubai Hybrid	May 13, 2026
Media Relations Officer Full Time · $31K-$36K Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom · Onsite	Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom Onsite	May 12, 2026
Assistant Professor in Environment & Society Full Time, Temporary · $38K-$58K Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom · Onsite	Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom Onsite	May 12, 2026
Research Assistant in Design and Fabrication of Bespoke Microscope System/Bioengineering Design Full Time · $31K-$37K Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom · Onsite	Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom Onsite	May 7, 2026
Research Assistant (Inclusive Careers in Engineering Project) Part Time Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom · Onsite	Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom Onsite	May 7, 2026
Research Assistant Full Time, Part Time, Contract · $31K-$37K Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom · Onsite	Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom Onsite	May 6, 2026
Technician/Senior Technician Full Time · $27K-$37K · 3+ YOE Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom · Onsite	Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom Onsite	May 5, 2026
Research Associate in AI & Wireless Communications Full Time Edinburgh, /, United Kingdom · Onsite	Edinburgh, /, United Kingdom Onsite	May 5, 2026
GRI Contracts Advisor Full Time · $38K-$47K Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom · Hybrid	Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom Hybrid	May 1, 2026
Enrolment Advisor Full Time Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom · Onsite	Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom Onsite	Apr 30, 2026
Digital Media Producer Full Time · $38K-$47K Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom · Onsite	Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom Onsite	Apr 30, 2026
HR Business Analyst Full Time · $38K-$47K Edinburgh, Midlothian, United Kingdom · Onsite	Edinburgh, Midlothian, United Kingdom Onsite	Apr 29, 2026
Postdoctoral Research Associate in Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion Full Time · $38K-$47K Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom · Hybrid	Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom Hybrid	Apr 28, 2026
Student Success Advisor-Student Experience Full Time · $27K-$31K Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom · Onsite	Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom Onsite	Apr 28, 2026
Student Wellbeing and Transition Advisor Part Time · $38K-$47K Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom · Onsite	Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom Onsite	Apr 28, 2026
Research Development Officer Full Time · $31K-$37K Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom · Onsite	Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom Onsite	Apr 23, 2026
Assistant Manager, International Student Recruitment Full Time · 6+ YOE Malaysia · Onsite	Malaysia Onsite	Apr 16, 2026
TomoGrav Postdoctoral Research Associate Call I: From Black Hole Tomography to Magnetic Resonance Imaging Full Time, Contract · $38K-$47K Edinburgh, Midlothian, United Kingdom · Onsite	Edinburgh, Midlothian, United Kingdom Onsite	Jan 19, 2026

Activities	Academic researchHigher educationStudent support servicesVocational trainingInternational education
Headquarters	GB
Industries	Higher EducationResearch
Name	Heriot-Watt University
Employees	3,900
Type	Non-Profit
Subsidiaries	Edinburgh Business SchoolEdinburgh Conference CentreHeriot-Watt TradingHeriot-Watt Sports VillageHeriot-Watt Services
Tagline	Global university providing higher education and academic research services.
Founded	1,821
Website	hw.ac.uk

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