Salary: £17.98- £20.74 per hour (exclusive of holiday pay). Holiday pay is accrued at 12.07% in addition to the hourly rate.

Location: York

Introduction to YSJ university

Situated in the heart of the historic city of York, and with the addition of our London Campus, York St John University has a long and proud tradition as a distinguished higher education provider. 

Our success is founded on the quality of academic teaching and research, our thriving campus environments, our professional and pastoral support, and our values of an inclusive, innovative and ambitious community with a strong sense of belonging.

The Project

Developed in the 1960s by Matthew Lipman, Philosophy for Children (P4C) provides a structured approach to developing children’s philosophical thinking through dialogue. Its aim is not to make children into philosophers, but to help them think more effectively by developing reasoning, judgement, and critical thinking skills (Lipman, 2017). The rapid integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into daily life presents both opportunities and challenges, including cognitive, ethical, and environmental concerns. As AI becomes more prevalent, critical thinking is essential to enable children to make informed decisions about its use (Shahresani, 2025).

The role is linked to a small-scale project seeks to explore how P4C can support the development of critical thinking about AI. Using a mixed-methods approach, it builds on previous research showing that primary-aged children demonstrate creativity and criticality in philosophical dialogue (Elbra-Ramsay, 2025). Data will be collected through pre- and post-project questionnaires and qualitative group interviews. 

The Role

We are seeking a Research Assistant (RA) who can work alongside the researcher to collect and analyse data from the project. The children’s perceptions will be collected through a pre and post questionnaire and a number of group interviews, all of which will take place in a local school. The researcher will be involved in administering and collating the questionnaire data, transcribing interview data and conducting analysis of both. They will need to ensure adherence to methodological and ethical requirements, and maintain project documentation and data. 

Required skills and experience

This is a temporary, research-focused job for someone who has already earned a doctoral degree like a PhD. The successful applicant will also require a DBS. Candidates require experience in quantitative and qualitative research methods. They should have proficiency in standard IT applications (Outlook, OneDrive, Word, Excel), strong communication skills and a high level of attention to detail. Experience of working as an academic research assistant (paid or voluntary) would be an advantage. Previous experience working with children in a school setting is also preferable. 

The role is a maximum of 30 hours in total (over the period of the project).

Additional information

For informal enquiries please contact Dr Caroline Elbra-Ramsay at c.elbraramsay@yorksj.ac.uk . 

The selection process will include a brief interview (you are not required to give a presentation). Further details will be provided if you are shortlisted for interview.

Unfortunately this role is not eligible for Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship however we welcome your application if you are able to evidence right to work in the UK via an alternative route.

Closing Date: 01 Nov 2026

Programme/Section: Admin & Technical (Including Research vacancies)

Salary: £17.98- £20.74 per hour (exclusive of holiday pay)

Full time, Permanent

Location: London

Salary: £44,551 to £53,467 (including London Allowance)

Introduction to YSJ university

Situated in the heart of the historic city of York, and with our London Campus, York St John University has a long and proud tradition as a distinguished higher education provider.

Our success is founded on the quality of our teaching and research, our strong external partnerships and our ambition to create opportunities that deliver meaningful economic and social impact.

London

Located across three floors in East London Docks, the campus is perfectly situated for access to the area’s rich and diverse amenities and part of a vibrant, co-inhabited educational environment.

The Team

Based at our London Campus, you will work within a collaborative structure alongside Employability and Employer Engagement colleagues and in close partnership with the University’s Executive Education and Knowledge Exchange team in York.

Together, the teams are developing an ambitious, coordinated Executive Education offer which builds on existing provision in York while extending our reach with employers, professional bodies and external partners through the London Campus.

The Role

We are looking for an ambitious and commercially focused Executive Education and Business Development Manager to lead the development and growth of Executive Education, professional development and employer engagement opportunities at our London Campus.

You will identify and secure new business opportunities, build strategic employer and client relationships, and develop a strong pipeline of commercially viable Executive Education activity. Working with academic and professional services colleagues, you will turn employer and market needs into compelling programmes, proposals and partnerships.

You will use market intelligence and commercial insight to identify emerging opportunities, lead multiple Executive Education projects and contribute to longer-term business planning and growth. A key part of the role will be working closely with colleagues in York to create a joined-up University offer and maximise opportunities across our wider Knowledge Exchange activity.

Required Skills and Experience

You will bring demonstrable experience of business development, employer engagement, account management or income-generating activity, alongside experience of developing projects, partnerships or business opportunities from initial concept through to delivery.

You will be commercially aware and confident building relationships with external clients and influencing senior stakeholders. Strong analytical, communication and project leadership skills will be essential, together with the ability to manage competing priorities, work independently and turn complex customer or market needs into practical, innovative solutions.

Additional Information

For informal enquiries, please contact Olivia Trodden, Head of Employability & Enterprise, o.trodden@yorksj.ac.uk

The role may involve occasional evening events and some travel to our York Campus.

Unfortunately this role is not eligible for Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship however we welcome your application if you are able to evidence right to work in the UK via an alternative route.

It is anticipated that the selection process will include an interview and presentation. Further details will be provided if you are shortlisted for interview.

Closing Date: 04 Nov 2026

Programme/Section: Professional Support (including Research vacancies)

Salary: £44,551 to £53,467 per annum (including London Allowance)

Location: York

Salary: £31,236 to £33,951 per annum (£18,741 to £20,370 pro rata) 

Introduction to York St John University

Situated in the heart of the historic city of York, and with the addition of our London Campus, York St John University has a long and proud tradition as a distinguished higher education provider.

Our success is founded on the quality of academic teaching and research, our thriving campus environments, our professional and pastoral support, and our values of an inclusive, innovative and ambitious community with a strong sense of belonging.

The team

The post-holder will be part of the university’s Specialist Technical Team who are proud signatories of the Technician Commitment, working towards ensuring visibility, recognition, career development and sustainability of technical skills.

The role

We are seeking an enthusiastic Technical Specialist to support high-quality teaching and research activities in Psychology. The successful candidate will provide expert advice and training on a range of equipment (including EEG, eye-tracking and virtual reality) and software (including survey, experiment and data analysis software) to staff and students at all levels of study.    

Working alongside academic colleagues, the post-holder will support the design and delivery of practical workshops, and provide tailored support to researchers with their study setup, recruitment and analysis. The post-holder will also oversee the day-to-day running of the Psychology facilities, which includes the management of a booking system, undertaking first-line maintenance of equipment, and ensuring safe operating procedures are in place.  

This is a part-time (0.6FTE) post and the required working days are Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays.

Required skills and experience

Applicants will have a degree in Psychology or substantial practical experience in a related field. We are looking for a proactive individual with highly competent technical skills and an ability to work well both autonomously and collaboratively.

Additional Information

For informal enquiries please contact Charlotte Elwell, c.elwell@yorksj.ac.uk.

Unfortunately this role is not eligible for Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship however we welcome your application if you are able to evidence right to work in the UK via an alternative route.

Closing Date: 26 Oct 2026

Programme/Section: Admin & Technical (Including Research vacancies)

Salary: £31,236 to £33,951 per annum pro rata

Location: London

Salary: £39,255 to £44,551 per annum (£19,627 to £22,275 pro rata)  (including London allowance)

Introduction to YSJ university

York St John is an ambitious, modern university at the heart of historic York and there has never been a more exciting time to join us. As one of the fastest growing universities in the U.K over recent years, we have a new strategy for the next decade, emphasising our commitment to widening opportunity through the power of education and contributing our talents to creating a fairer world, and a more prosperous region. We are putting inspirational learning and impactful research at the heart of this strategy, recognising our academic expertise as our greatest asset.

London

Located across three floors in East London Docks, the campus is perfectly situated for access to the area’s rich and diverse amenities and part of a vibrant, co-inhabited educational environment.

The Team

Business and Management at York St John University London Campus supports a diverse and growing academic community across undergraduate and postgraduate provision. We emphasise research-informed teaching, inclusive practice and the development of a strong research culture, with research activity contributing to Business and Management Studies.

The Role

We are seeking to appoint an Academic Associate in Business and Management to start in January 2027.

As an Academic Associate, you will undertake a PhD at York St John University whilst also being employed by the University to support teaching and assessment. The Academic Associate is a fixed-term position for four years and includes a UK tuition fee waiver/scholarship for a full-time PhD. Please note that a condition of the post is full time study.

Alongside your doctoral research, you will contribute an average of six hours per week of face-to-face teaching during the semesters, spread over one to two days. Activities may include seminars, workshops and tutorials, together with preparation, assessment and marking.

The successful candidate will join the research community at the London Campus and undertake doctoral research aligned with areas relevant to Business and Management Studies. Training and academic support will be provided to develop teaching-related skills and professional competencies alongside doctoral research. 

Required Skills and Experience

Applicants should have a Master's degree and an upper second-class honours degree (2:1), or equivalent, in Business and Management or a relevant discipline.

Candidates should demonstrate sufficient breadth and depth of specialist knowledge to contribute to established teaching and research programmes and have the ability to develop a PhD research project proposal. Knowledge of relevant research methods and previous teaching experience are desirable.

Candidates should also demonstrate excellent communication skills, an ability to work collaboratively, and the potential to contribute to the University's research environment and intellectual capacity.

Additional Information

It is anticipated that the selection process will include an interview and a 10-minute presentation. Further details will be provided if you are shortlisted for interview.

For informal enquiries about the role, please contact Dr Ghulam Mujtaba Kayani, School Postgraduate Research Lead, London Campus, at g.mujtaba@yorksj.ac.uk.

Unfortunately this role is not eligible for Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship however we welcome your application if you are able to evidence right to work in the UK via an alternative route.

Closing Date: 23 Oct 2026

Programme/Section: Academic Associate

Salary: £39,255 to £44,551 per annum pro rata (including London Allowance)

Salary: £28,778 to £30,378 per annum (£5,755 to £6,075 per annum pro rata)

Location: York

Introduction to York St John University 

Situated in the heart of the historic city of York, and with the recent addition of our new London Campus, York St John University has a long and proud tradition as a distinguished higher education provider. 

Our success is founded on the quality of academic teaching and research, our thriving campus environments, our professional and pastoral support, and our values of an inclusive, innovative and ambitious community with a strong sense of belonging.

The Team

The Chaplaincy and Spiritual Care Team is responsible for religious provision and pastoral care for all staff and students. We provide spaces and opportunities for reflection, listening, confidential support, prayer, worship, meditation, socialising and spiritual exploration. In doing this we work closely with teams across the university, from Student Life to academic schools.

The role

This Assistant Chaplain role, reporting to the Chaplain, assists the Chaplain in supporting the spiritual life of York St John University, York campus, serving people of all faiths and none. The successful candidate will provide pastoral, spiritual and religious care for staff and students in a diverse community, contributing to the life of the University and creating supportive spaces where friendships and community can flourish. Building on understanding of religion and belief among students and staff, the Assistant Chaplain will take an active part in related learning, discussions and activities.

As a Muslim in good standing with their faith community, the Assistant Chaplain will strengthen links with York mosques and Muslim places of worship, institutions, communities and associations for the benefit of the campus and its community.

This is a part-time role working 7.4 hours per week. 

Key requirements

The successful candidate will be a practicing member of the Muslim community and in good standing with the President and Imam of their mosque, with significant experience of leading or supporting religious life and practices. They will have previous experience of offering pastoral care in a variety of contexts, and will be experienced in working in a diverse, multifaith environment. They will demonstrate the ability to build constructive relationships with staff and students, offering sensitivity and warmth to everyone visiting or using the Chaplaincy, regardless of their background, culture or faith.

Additional Information

For informal enquiries please contact Revd Jane Speck at j.speck@yorksj.ac.uk or 01904 876 606. 

Please visit our Social Media profiles to learn more about our contribution – @ysjchaplaincy

It is anticipated that the selection process will include an interview. Further details will be provided if you are shortlisted for interview.

Unfortunately this role is not eligible for Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship however we welcome your application if you are able to evidence right to work in the UK via an alternative route.

Closing Date: 20 Oct 2026

Programme/Section: Admin & Technical (Including Research vacancies)

Salary: £28,778 to £30,378 per annum pro rata