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The School of Informatics is a welcoming, ambitious and internationally recognised place to work. Our staff are central to our success in research, teaching and innovation, and we’re committed to supporting people at all stages of their careers.

This page highlights current vacancies in the School and links directly to the University’s central recruitment system for full role details and applications.

Current vacancies

All vacancies in the School of Informatics are advertised through the University of Edinburgh Careers portal.
To save you searching and filtering the central site, current Informatics roles are listed below with direct links to apply.

Research Associate

Job reference: 14282
Apply by: 19 June 2026

Don’t just see the bigger picture, help create it

The University of Edinburgh is a world-class organisation. We look for the best in the field across all disciplines and provide a working environment where academics can develop their careers and passion for their chosen subject area. We offer the full range of academic roles and have a genuine focus on our students performance and wellbeing.

The School of Informatics, University of Edinburgh invites applications for a Postgraduate research associate.

Candidates must have or be near completion of a PhD degree in Computer Science or related field and a strong research track record demonstrated through publications at top-tier venues. We are looking for a highly motivated candidate with strong initiative and commitment to excellence, and an ability to conduct world-class research in a team setting.


How to apply

Applications for all Informatics roles must be submitted through the University of Edinburgh Jobs portal, which provides:

  • Full job descriptions and essential criteria
  • Information on equality, diversity and inclusion
  • Terms, conditions and employment benefits

Why work at the School of Informatics

  • World‑leading research and teaching environment
    Work alongside colleagues at the forefront of computer science, artificial intelligence, data science, robotics and interdisciplinary research.
  • Large and diverse academic community
    Informatics is one of the largest computer science departments in Europe, with staff from around 100 countries contributing to a vibrant, international workplace.
  • Supportive and inclusive culture
    We aim to foster a respectful, inclusive and family‑friendly working environment that recognises and values diversity across our community.
  • Career development and support
    Staff benefit from induction, mentoring, training and professional development opportunities offered at School and University level.

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