Jobs at University of Edinburgh Information Services Group

Conduct research on AI risk, algorithmic assurance, and insurance. Develop mathematical, statistical, and computational methods to evaluate, price, monitor, and mitigate AI-related risks. Build reproducible code, simulations, benchmarks, and evaluation tools; publish findings; present at conferences and industry workshops; collaborate with academic and industry partners; and support workshops, reports, grant development, and stakeholder engagement.

Lead valuation reporting, statutory compliance, and data systems for the University fund Old College Capital; provide post-deal finance support for Technology Transfer including commercial financial analysis, royalty auditing, and risk evaluations; produce performance reporting and strategic financial insights while collaborating with Edinburgh Innovations and University Finance.

Conduct experimental research on how changing light conditions affect Antarctic diatom population growth and silica uptake. Investigate the biogeochemical consequences for silica cycling in the Southern Ocean, contribute to the Polar Dawn project, support the wider research team, guide PhD students, and develop national and international collaborations and publications.

Patrols university campuses on foot and by vehicle, assists with control-room operations, responds to fire and intruder alarms, and provides immediate support during incidents or crimes. The role includes welfare support, signposting to agencies, and reassuring staff and students. Candidates need strong communication and listening skills, computer literacy, composure under pressure, attention to detail, and a full driving licence.

Manage ordering, stock control, supplier management, financial administration, commissioning and distribution of IT devices. Provide efficient, customer-focused logistical and technical support for university IT hardware. On-site inventory control role requiring daily presence in Edinburgh.

Lead development and implementation of the Race Review project recommendations linking campus 'look and feel' to the University’s history and equality values. Coordinate internal stakeholder engagement and public consultation, manage people and financial resources, and work closely with the Heritage Collections team to deliver projects.

Part-time receptionist providing friendly, efficient front-desk service at Easter Bush Campus. Answer phones and visitor enquiries, cover a colleague's alternate shift during annual leave, and work collaboratively with the Estates team. Requires proactivity, excellent communication, organisational and interpersonal skills, flexibility, and ability to use own initiative. Monday–Friday, 13:00–18:00, 25 hours per week.

Manage university construction, infrastructure, maintenance and net-zero projects from feasibility to completion. Ensure projects meet quality, cost and time constraints, university objectives, and regulatory requirements. Lead stakeholders, manage procurement and design teams, and apply professional technical expertise across capital development projects.

Coordinate operational delivery of University Sport & Exercise community engagement programmes, support Head of Active Wellbeing, deliver activities for young people, liaise with students, staff and community groups, and support volunteer involvement to improve local community impact.