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Our purpose

To advance education, knowledge and wisdom for the good of society.

We’re a proud Manchester institution and have ambitious plans for our future. At the heart of our vision are our people – a diverse, inclusive community of individuals who work together to create positive change for the world around them.

Research and teaching are the foundation of what we do, but the University relies on a range of roles to help create the exceptional. If you think boldly, act with integrity and celebrate difference, then this could be the place for you.

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Our values

Knowledge

We are ambitious in our pursuit of new ideas, greater understanding and discovery.

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Wisdom

We share and apply our knowledge and experience to guide balanced and evidenced decisions for ourselves and for society.

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Humanity

500彩票官网拥抱,庆祝的区别, respect and support each other, and act with integrity to benefit society and the environment by transforming and enriching lives.

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Academic freedom

We support with enthusiasm and vigour the principles of freedom of thought and speech.

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Courage

We think and speak freely, and act boldly to challenge assumptions and shape our future for the greater good.

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Pioneering spirit

In the radical Manchester spirit, and inspired by our people, history and scale, we create the exceptional.

Benefits of working at Manchester

What our people say

Results from our 2019 staff survey:

92% think that the University is a good place to work.
89% are proud to work for the University.
83% believe that the University is committed to equal opportunities.
81% say that they feel valued by the people they work with.
75% are satisfied with learning and development opportunities.
75% feel that the University offers good pay and benefits.

Find out more about staff surveys at the University.

Awards

Investors in People

We've achieved the Investors in People standard by investing time and resources in our staff and students, improving the Manchester experience for everyone.

Athena SWAN

Our Athena SWAN award recognises our commitment to developing the careers of women in science, technology, engineering, mathematics and medicine.

Stonewall

We have joined Britain’s good practice employers’ forum on sexual orientation, run by Stonewall, the charity that works for equality for LGBTQ+ people everywhere.

The Inclusive Top 50 UK Employers

The University has been named as one of the top 50 UK employers for inclusion, equality and diversity.

Race Equality Charter

We’re one of only four Higher Education Institutes to successful renew its Race Equality Charter Bronze Award through AdvanceHE for excellence in advancing racial equality in higher education.

Disability Confident Employer

We have been awarded the Disability Confident Employer symbol in recognition of our commitment to the recruitment, retention and career development of disabled people.

Time to Change

Our Time to Change pledge signals our commitment to help raise awareness and to tackle the stigma around mental health for our staff and students.

Our purpose