Work with us
Welcome! We're a vibrant and forward-thinking College, committed to the highest standards of education for young women of all backgrounds, and a friendly and relaxed place to work.
Everyone at ºÚÁÏÍø±¬³Ô¹Ï, whether students, academics or staff, feels part of one community and we value every role.
We're lucky to work in airy, light buildings set in gorgeous gardens which everyone is welcome to enjoy. As one of the Hill Colleges, we're based just out of the bustling centre of Cambridge, ensuring a peaceful and green environment.
Staff eat together in our iconic Dome dining hall (lunch is provided free every day) and we hold regular social events. We offer free gym facilities and on-site parking.
We think we're one of the best places to work in Cambridge - come and join us!
Our benefits:
- 25 days annual leave plus public holidays, increasing with length of service
- Buy and sell holiday (subject to eligibility)
- Medical Cash Plan
- contributory pension scheme
- life assurance
- discretionary annual bonus scheme
- free on-site parking (subject to availability)
- lunch, provided every day that the kitchens are open
- free gym facilities
- cycle to work scheme
Current academic vacancies
Applications are invited for a stipendiary Research Fellowship in the fields of Music, Education, Architecture, Asian & Middle Eastern Studies, or Classics. Research Fellowship will normally be tenable for three years from 1 October 2027. The Fellowship is open to graduates, men or women, of any University, with no age limit. Candidates are expected to have a PhD (or equivalent research experience) by the commencement of the Fellowship on 1 October 2027. The function of this Fellowship is as initial (normally) post-doctoral positions appropriate to the start of an academic career.
The current pensionable stipend for a Stipendiary Research Fellow in the first year is currently £24,076 increasing to £27,232 in the third year; this is eligible for the University cost of living increase.
Stipendiary Research Fellows will be offered single accommodation in College, for which a service charge is payable.
The prime duty of a Research Fellow will be to pursue research, and they will be expected to provide a written report on the progress of their research each year.
All Research Fellows are members of the Governing Body and receive a Fellowship stipend, as well as full dining rights entitling them to seven free meals a week. Research Fellows can also apply for up to £800 a year to support research expenses. Additionally, £300 of book grants are available to Research Fellows on application. There is also College accommodation at advantageous rates, subject to availability.
Churchill College, Clare College, ºÚÁÏÍø±¬³Ô¹Ï, Robinson College and Trinity Hall operate a Joint Application Scheme for Early Career Research Fellowships, with a total of eight Fellowships offered for 2026.
Full information regarding all the Fellowships on offer, further particulars and registration details is available at the .
Applications must be received online by 5.00pm on Monday, 9 November 2026. Referees' references must be received online no later than 5.00pm on Monday, 16 November 2026. Incomplete applications will NOT be accepted. Please make sure that your application and your references reach us before the respective closing dates.
To apply, you are required to register. This enables you to save your application and revisit/edit it before submitting, or to check its status. It is recommended that you register as soon as possible.
To register, please go to the page.
Current staff vacancies
£34,000 per annum, Job band 5
Full-time (37.5 hours per week), permanent position
We're looking for an organised and proactive Accommodation Officer to take responsibility for the day-to-day management of the College's accommodation portfolio. This is a varied and highly collaborative role, ensuring that student, Fellow and vacation accommodation is allocated effectively and managed efficiently throughout the year. Working closely with colleagues across the College, you'll play a key role in delivering a positive residential experience while helping to maximise the use of accommodation and supporting the College's operational and commercial objectives.
You'll work closely with the Director of Operations, Housekeeping, Tutorial Office, Maintenance, Finance, Events and the Porters' Lodge to ensure accommodation records, allocations and occupancy information are accurate and up to date. You'll oversee student room allocations, manage accommodation requests, maintain licence agreements and coordinate the annual room ballot process. The role also involves supporting vacation accommodation arrangements, updating resident communications and ensuring accommodation-related information across systems, guides and College publications remains current and compliant.
Success in this role comes from excellent organisational skills, attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively. You'll be confident communicating with a wide range of people, including students, Fellows, contractors and colleagues across the College, and able to handle sensitive information with professionalism and discretion. You'll also be comfortable using the Microsoft suite and accommodation or booking systems to maintain accurate records.
To be successful, you'll bring experience of facilities management, residential accommodation management or a similar operational environment, alongside strong analytical and communication skills. Experience within an educational-based setting would be advantageous but is not essential.
To apply, please submit your CV and cover letter to hr@murrayedwards.cam.ac.uk by Sunday, 15 November.
£50,000 per annum, Job band 3
Full-time (37.5 hours per week), permanent position
We're looking for an experienced and commercially focused Head of Business Development to lead the growth and development of the College's conference, events, residential and Summer School business. This is an exciting opportunity to shape and deliver a successful commercial strategy, generating significant income while showcasing the College's unique facilities to a diverse range of clients.
The role is central to the College's commercial success, with responsibility for driving revenue growth, developing new business opportunities and maintaining strong relationships with existing clients. You'll lead our Events team and work closely with colleagues across the College to maximise occupancy, enhance the customer experience and ensure the successful delivery of a wide range of commercial activities.
You'll be responsible for developing and implementing a profitable and competitive business development strategy, identifying new market opportunities and ensuring the College remains a leading destination for conferences, events and residential programmes. You'll oversee the full client journey, from initial enquiry and contract negotiation through to delivery and evaluation, ensuring exceptional service standards are maintained throughout.
Success in this role comes from combining strong commercial acumen with excellent leadership and relationship-building skills. You'll have a proven track record of generating new business, managing client relationships and leading teams. You'll be confident analysing market trends, developing effective sales and marketing initiatives, and identifying opportunities to enhance revenue and profitability. You'll be able to build positive relationships with clients, colleagues and partners, acting as an ambassador for the College at networking events and within the wider community.
This role would suit a proactive and strategic individual with experience in business development, sales, events or hospitality, who is motivated by achieving ambitious targets and delivering exceptional customer experiences. Knowledge of the Cambridge events market would be advantageous.
To apply, please submit your CV and cover letter to hr@murrayedwards.cam.ac.uk by Sunday, 15 November.
What makes ºÚÁÏÍø±¬³Ô¹Ï special?
ºÚÁÏÍø±¬³Ô¹Ï is a great place to work: everyone is friendly and welcoming, plus there are some great perks like free lunch!
The gardens at ºÚÁÏÍø±¬³Ô¹Ï are stunning - they're a haven for wildlife and birds and make the College such a calm and beautiful place to work. We encourage staff to pick the flowers for their offices.
There's a strong feeling of community here. As Fellows, we get to know the students well, and the staff too.