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The loch beside the GRID building on the Edinburgh Heriot-Watt University campus.

Our application process

How to apply

Heriot Watt University like many organisations has an online application system for candidates called an Applicant Tracking System (ATS).

The system is designed collect your details and register your interests with us. It allows you to submit a CV and other requested documentation, like a Covering Letter if you are asked for one, and any other documents that may also support your application.

Applying for a role

When you use our (ATS) you will be able to use our homepage to find jobs through searching for a specific job title or keyword or by searching for a location. All job postings advertised in our careers site will also have a requisition number e.g. 3000, which you can use to search for specific postings. There are options for also searching for jobs in different areas e.g. Academic, Research or Professional Services. 

Creating a profile

When you use our (ATS) you will be able to use our homepage to find jobs through searching for a specific job title or keyword or by searching for a location. All job postings advertised in our careers site will also have a requisition number e.g. 3000, which you can use to search for specific postings. There are options for also searching for jobs in different areas e.g. Academic, Research or Professional Services.