Description Position Details University of Birmingham Location: University of Birmingham, Edgbaston, Birmingham UK Grade 9 - £56,921 - £85,544 for appointment as an Anniversary Fellow at Associate Professor equivalent (we may make some appointments at Grade 8 - £46,485 - £62,098 for candidates who are experienced at Assistant Professor/Associate Professor level and who are on a sharp upwards trajectory) Generous start up package Full Time, Permanent Closing date: 12th January 2025 (Phase 2 closing date) In 2025, we will celebrate 125 years of University status by Royal Charter. One of the ways we are celebrating this 125th anniversary is by significantly investing in the future by appointing 100 new Anniversary Fellows. Ranked in the top 100 universities globally, we are part of the Russell Group and a founding member of the Universitas 21 global network of research universities. We are looking for diverse talent from across the world to help us make new discoveries and tackle global challenges. You can look forward to a sector leading package and relocation assistance, so you can make the vibrant city of Birmingham your new home. Applications are welcome from candidates in the following disciplines. For more information on priority areas please visit the 125th Anniversary Fellows and Chairs website. Arts and Humanities Ethics, Philosophy and Law in connection with AI Creative Industries Engineering and Technology Digital Healthcare and Bio-Engineering AI, Robotics and Automation Space Technologies and Science Life Sciences and Medicine Applied Health and Experimental Medicine Immunology, Inflammation, Infection and Cancer Genome Biology and Medicine AI and Data Science in Healthcare Pharmaceutical and Healthcare Diagnostics RNA Biology Neurogenetics Lifestyle, Behaviour and Mental Health Natural Sciences Climate Adaptation and Health Biomolecular Technologies Novel Materials Quantum Matter and Photonics Computational Science and Engineering Social Sciences and Management Education, Health, and Social Care Responsible Business, Economic Growth, and Social Inequality Security, Peace, and Resilience Public Policy, Data, and AI Your skills and attributes for success: Normally, a higher degree relevant to the research/teaching area (usually PhD) or equivalent qualifications. Established research career within your field and able to demonstrate evidence of an emerging track record of high-quality publications and ambitious research plans. Successful or growing sustained research income generation, e.g. through research grants, contracts, research consultancy or other external funding National reputation for the development of teaching and learning excellence within the discipline. Successful performance in significant administrative/managerial role. Value and actively embrace the diversity of our workforce, students and the environment we work in. For more information and to download Further Particulars please visit the 125th Anniversary Fellows and Chairs website. If you are at the equivalent of Assistant or Associate Professor, depending on career trajectory and demonstrable experience of research breadth. Where appointments are made at Assistant Professor level, you will benefit from our Academic Development Programme support, with the expectation of performing at a level which allows rapid promotion to Associate Professor. We welcome applications from international applicants and can offer support for work visas. As we may be able to look at Global Talent Visa if these are Grade 9 roles and all of the academic/researcher requirements are met as an alternative to Skilled Worker Visa. We believe there is no such thing as a 'typical' member of University of Birmingham staff and that diversity in its many forms is a strength that underpins the exchange of ideas, innovation and debate at the heart of University life. We are committed to proactively addressing the barriers experienced by some groups in our community and are proud to hold Athena SWAN, Race Equality Charter and Disability Confident accreditations. We have an Equality Diversity and Inclusion Centre that focuses on continuously improving the University as a fair and inclusive place to work where everyone has the opportunity to succeed. You can find out more about our work to create a fairer university for everyone on our website .