Postdoc and Professor Positions at Durham University, UK 2026

Applications are now open for multiple postdoctoral research associate positions and assistant professor roles at Durham University in the United Kingdom. These opportunities cover various academic and research fields. Most positions provide competitive salaries and benefits. They are open to qualified applicants from around the world. There is no application fee. Deadlines vary by position and several are still open after 21 May 2026.  You can check out BS, MS, PhD and postdoc positions here.

Key Details:

• Degree Level: Postdoctoral and Assistant Professor Positions.
• Host Country: United Kingdom.
• Host Institution: Durham University.
• Application Deadline: Varies by position (check the exact date below)
• Open For: all Nationalities

What This Opportunity Offers:

• Competitive annual salary according to the role and experience.
• Full employee benefits package.
• Valuable research experience in a leading university.
• Access to excellent facilities and resources.
• Opportunities to work with top academics and build international networks.

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Eligibility Criteria:

• PhD degree in a relevant field for most postdoctoral and professor positions.
• Strong research background and publications.
• Skills and experience matching the specific job requirements.
• Good communication and teamwork abilities.
• Specific criteria differ by department.

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Postdoctoral Research Associate / PDRA Positions

• Postdoctoral Research Associate (Dept. of Computer Science)
  Salary: £38,784 – £46,049 per annum
  APPLY HERE — Deadline around mid-June 2026.
  
• Space Research Centre Postdoctoral Research Associate (Management & Marketing / relevant dept.)
  Salary: £38,784 – £46,049 per annum
  APPLY HERE — Closes ~28 May 2026.
  
• Postdoctoral Research Associate on Quantum Networking (Dept. of Computer Science)
  Salary: £38,784 – £41,049 per annum
  APPLY HERE — Closes 21 June 2026.
  
• PDRA in Ecological Modelling and Land-Use Change (Dept. of Biosciences)
  Salary: £38,784 – £46,049 per annum
  APPLY HERE — Closes 21 May 2026 (check if still open today).
  
• Postdoctoral Research Associate (Dept. of Physical and Environmental Sciences)
  Salary: £38,784 – £46,049 per annum
  APPLY HERE — Closes 21 May 2026 (verify status).
  
• Postdoctoral Research Associate in Evolutionary Developmental Biology (Dept. of Biosciences)
  Salary: £38,784 – £46,049 per annum
  APPLY HERE — Closes 21 May 2026 (verify status).
  
• Research Assistant/PDRA (Department of Physics)
  Salary: £31,236 – £46,049 per annum
  APPLY HERE — Closes 24 May 2026.
  
• Postdoctoral Research Associate in Neurodiversity (Psychology)
  Salary: £38,784 – £46,049 per annum
  APPLY HERE — Closes ~20 May 2026 (check if extended).

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Professor / Assistant Professor Positions

• Assistant Professor in Tort Law (Law) Salary: £47,389 – £56,535 per annum
  APPLY HERE — Deadline around late May 2026

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How to Apply:

• Visit the official Durham University careers portal.
• Search for the desired position.
• Read the full job description carefully.
• Submit your application online before the deadline.

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