Job description
University of Bath – Global Talent Fund
Location: Bath, United Kingdom
Categories: Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Other Science Faculty
Funded by the UK Department of Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT), and awarded by UK Research and Innovation (UKRI), the £54 million Global Talent Fund has been designed to enable research universities to rapidly recruit and embed teams of international researchers by covering both their relocation and research costs.
The University of Bath is delighted to be one of only 12 UK research-focused higher-education institutions to be awarded a £4.35 million share of the fund. Grants start in the 2025/26 academic year and will run for five years.
This is an exciting opportunity to excel in our research community and become an integral part of our commitment to creating Research with Impact and Innovation with Impact.
Our current opportunities are:
- Prize Fellow – (Starting from £47,389, rising to £56,535)
- Assistant Professor (Lecturer) – (Starting from £47,389, rising to £61,759)
- Associate Professor (Senior Lecturer) – (Starting from £58,225, rising to £73,709)
- Associate Professor (Reader) – (Starting from £58,225, rising to £73,709)
- Professor – (Starting from £75,182, rising to £138,905)
Why Bath?
We foster an inclusive and welcoming culture and want to ensure that every new team member feels at home from day one. Experience the best of both worlds at our compact and easy to get around campus overlooking the UNESCO World Heritage city of Bath. Surrounded by leafy green spaces that inspire focused research, you’ll also be part of a vibrant, welcoming community and just minutes from the city’s culture and energy. Here, world-leading research and collaboration thrive alongside a lifestyle that’s balanced, and rewarding.
As part of our inclusive community, you’ll enjoy flexible working, excellent benefits, and real opportunities to grow. Work with policymakers, industry partners, and global communities, shape new research directions, and develop the next generation of researchers, all while thriving in a truly inspiring environment.
- Freedom to shape your research agenda within our strategic priority areas
- An international peer mentoring scheme to support you settling into life at the University and in the UK
- Access to world-class facilities, technical support, and interdisciplinary networks
- Dedicated grant-development and partnership-building support
- Competitive salary with annual incremental progression and generous pension
- Tailored induction and mentoring for international researchers
- Ongoing career, leadership, and teaching development opportunities
- An inclusive and collegial culture that values diversity and global collaboration
How To Apply (Link: https://www.bath.ac.uk/campaigns/global-talent-fund/ )
- Complete the online application form
- Upload your full CV (publications, funding, activities)
- Upload your completed research programme (download the template)
- Provide two referees
How to apply
- Job Description & Person Specification
- Candidate Information Brochure
- Download the Research Programme Template
Terms and Conditions of Employment
Alex Zhao, our dedicated Talent Advisor for Global Talent Acquisition, is leading outreach for this campaign, connecting directly with potential candidates worldwide. You can contact Alex at [email protected]
For any general questions, please email [email protected]
