Are you an aspiring researcher looking to further your career in one of the UK’s leading research-intensive Universities and receive a structured programme of support? Do you have a research background in Accounting & Finance, Analytics, Technology and Operations, Economics, International Business, Management and Organisations, Marketing, or People, Work and Employment?  

Leeds University Business School (LUBS) is offering two‑year Post Doctoral Fellowship Schemes to support early‑career researchers to develop world‑class research and strengthen their academic progression. Fellows receive structured training and dedicated mentoring on publications, funding applications, and career development, plus opportunities to gain teaching experience. You will join a supportive cohort across the range of disciplines within LUBS.

ELIGIBILITY:

Location: Leeds – Main Campus

Faculty/Service: Faculty of Business School/Institute Leeds University Business School

Category: Research

Post Type: Full Time

Release Date: Tuesday 31 March 2026

Closing Date: Sunday 31 May 2026

PhD completed or near completion in a relevant field.

Experience sharing research through journals, conferences or similar, with strong communication skills.

Teaching experience and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.

Strong qualitative or quantitative methodological skills with advanced research training.

Commitment to ongoing professional development.

For further information on the Post Doctoral Fellowship Schemes and how to apply please visit the following websites for each position, where you can also access a full candidate brief.

Accounting & Finance Department (Job Reference BUSAF1021)

Analytics, Technology and Operations Department (Job Reference BUSAT1007)

Economics Department (Job Reference BUSEC1017) 

International Business Department (Job Reference BUSIB1008)

Marketing Department (Job Reference BUSMK1008) – https://jobs.leeds.ac.uk/BUSMK1008 

Management and Organisation Department (Job Reference BUSMO1007)

People, Work and Employment Department (Job Reference BUSWE1017)

Please note that this post may be suitable for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa route but first-time applicants might need to qualify for salary concessions. For more information please visit: www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa.

For research and academic posts, we will consider eligibility under the Global Talent visa. For more information please visit: https://www.gov.uk/global-talent

BENEFIT:

Salary: £41,064 to £48,822 per annum

2-year fixed term

The University of Leeds offers a range of benefits including excellent annual leave entitlement, generous pension schemes, family friendly policies, fitness and wellbeing facilities, and personal and professional development opportunities. To learn more follow the link to our benefits website.