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Practical advice for finding and landing academic and university jobs in the UK: applications, interviews, PhDs and postdocs, pay and life in higher education.

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Medical students in a clinical teaching session at a UK university

Academic careers

Clinical Teaching Fellow Jobs: A Complete UK Guide

What clinical teaching fellow jobs involve, who they suit, how to apply, and what to expect from pay and career progression in UK universities.

9 Nov 2026 · 6 min read

A diverse group of university colleagues in a meeting room discussing equality and inclusion initiatives

Working in higher education

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Jobs in UK Universities

A practical guide to EDI roles in UK higher education: what the jobs involve, how they're structured, and how to apply.

9 Nov 2026 · 6 min read

A researcher writing a cover letter at a university desk

Applying for jobs

Cover Letter for a Research Assistant Job: A Practical Guide

Learn how to write a strong cover letter for a research assistant role in UK higher education, with practical advice on structure and content.

6 Nov 2026 · 6 min read

A postdoctoral researcher working in a university laboratory

PhD & postdoc

Postdoc Salary UK: What to Expect and How Pay Works

Wondering what a postdoc earns in the UK? Here's a clear guide to salary ranges, pay scales and what affects your take-home pay.

5 Nov 2026 · 6 min read

A coastal university campus near Brighton with modern buildings and green space

Working in higher education

University of Brighton Jobs: Your Guide to Working There

Looking for University of Brighton jobs? Here's what roles are available, how to apply, and what working there is really like.

5 Nov 2026 · 7 min read

Students walking across a university campus in Nottingham

Working in higher education

Student Jobs in Nottingham: Your Guide to University Work

Looking for student jobs in Nottingham? Here's how to find paid work at the city's universities and what roles are available.

5 Nov 2026 · 6 min read

University campus buildings on a sunny day in Bath, England

Working in higher education

Bath Uni Jobs: Your Guide to Working at University of Bath

Looking for Bath uni jobs? This guide covers academic and professional services roles, pay, and how to apply at the University of Bath.

2 Nov 2026 · 6 min read

University students working on laptops in a campus library

Working in higher education

Jobs for Uni Students: Your Guide to Working at University

From campus part-time work to graduate roles, here's how to find jobs for uni students in UK higher education.

2 Nov 2026 · 6 min read

A university campus building in Nottingham on a bright day

Working in higher education

Part-Time Jobs in Nottingham: Your Guide to University Roles

Looking for part-time jobs in Nottingham? University roles offer flexible hours, good pay and real career prospects.

2 Nov 2026 · 6 min read

A leafy university campus with historic red-brick buildings on a sunny day

Working in higher education

Part-Time Jobs in Egham: Your Guide to University Roles

Looking for part-time jobs in Egham? Discover the university roles available at Royal Holloway and how to apply.

1 Nov 2026 · 6 min read

University campus buildings in Southampton on a bright day

Working in higher education

Jobs in Southampton: Your Guide to University Roles

Looking for university jobs in Southampton? Here's what roles are available, who's hiring, and how to apply successfully.

29 Oct 2026 · 6 min read

Students and staff walking across a university campus in Chester

Working in higher education

Part-Time Jobs in Chester: Your Guide to University Roles

Looking for part-time jobs in Chester's universities? Here's what roles exist, how hiring works, and how to apply successfully.

29 Oct 2026 · 6 min read