Careers at the University of Derby

Choose a career at the University of Derby and you'll be part of an energetic, innovative team dedicated to inspiring learners and making a positive impact in the East Midlands region

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Life at Derby

Challenging, interesting and constantly changing, the University of Derby is an extraordinary place to learn and an incredibly rewarding place to work.

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Information for Applicants

Learn how to increase your chances of making a successful application when choosing a career at the University of Derby.

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Locations

Our combined higher and further education offering is spread over our campuses in Derby, Chesterfield, Buxton and Leek. You can explore our locations below.

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Contact us

Our office hours are Monday – Thursday from 8.30am - 5pm and Friday 8.30am - 4.30pm. 

You can contact us on 01332 593099 or by email at recruitment@derby.ac.uk.

University of ambition

At Derby, we have worked to build a powerful, regional university that addresses the needs of our students, the region and beyond. Recognised by the Times Higher Education as one of the top 250 young universities in the world, our reputation for delivering excellence in research, knowledge exchange and teaching continues to grow.

Our combined higher and further education offering is spread over campuses in Derby, Buxton, Leek and Chesterfield and we have some of the best university facilities in the UK, investing more than £200 million in facilities over the last 10 years.

We have the same ambitions for our people and because we specialise in identifying and developing individual potential, you can be confident you'll receive all the help and encouragement you need to build a rewarding career with lots of opportunities to progress.

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