Our subsidiary organisations, UCSP and UoPEL, offer a range of opportunities in the commercial and enterprise sectors. See the vacancy links below for specific job opportunities or sign up for job alerts within these organisations.
UCSP: University Commercial Services Plymouth Ltd is a wholly owned subsidiary company of University of Plymouth which provides commercial services to a range of clients. This currently includes retail catering, hospitality, early years' education and childcare.
Vacancies for nursery, catering and hospitality in a University commercial environment
UoPEL: University of Plymouth Enterprise Limited offers dedicated support and expert advice to businesses across the South West. With offices in Redruth, Truro, Penryn and Plymouth; UoPEL offers a variety of locations to work from in the enterprise, innovation and growth sectors.
Vacancies in enterprise, research and consultancy, with University of Plymouth Enterprise Ltd
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We are looking for a navigating officer holding an unlimited OOW qualification and PhD to join the Navigation and Maritime Science team at the University of Plymouth delivering MNTB/MCA accredited Navigation programmes and research.
As Lecturer in Navigation and Maritime Science you will be responsible for the education and training of undergraduate students and sponsored cadets on our FdSc and BSc programmes, meeting the requirements of our accrediting bodies MNTB/MCA.
You should be able to display vison and confidence in developing teaching to keep it the curriculum relevant today and looking to future technologies and developments. The challenge here is to develop meaningful content in areas such as cyber and autonomy for students who do not have an engineering or computer science profile. You should also be able to develop and participate in research developing bids, contributing to existing programmes and leading future projects.
You should hold an STCW OOW unlimited qualification with suitable experience. You will also need to have completed a PhD and be able to contribute towards and develop research.
We will help you to stay motivated and healthy and bring your whole self to work.
The University of Plymouth is a diverse, welcoming community and we celebrate the contribution that diverse voices bring to our University. Become part of a team where everyone makes a difference, and enjoy a host of valuable benefits designed to enhance your lifestyle at work, and at home. From our vibrant staff networks to our commitment to the Athena Swan gender equality charter and the Race Equality Charter we value diversity in our staff community and celebrate all you can bring to the University of Plymouth.
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Vice-Chancellor, University of Plymouth
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