Durham University
Work wellbeing score is 74 out of 100
4.2 out of 5 stars.
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Durham University Careers and Employment

Work wellbeing

Results based on 57 responses to Indeed's work wellbeing survey.
Work wellbeing score is High, 74 out of 100

Happiness

How enjoyable people find their day-to-day life at work
High

Purpose

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Above average

Stress-free

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High

Satisfaction

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High

About the company

  • Founded
    1832
  • Company size
    1,001 to 5,000
  • Revenue
    Hidden by employer
  • Industry
    Colleges & Universities
  • Headquarters
    Durham, England
  • Link
    Durham University website

Durham University (officially known as the University of Durham) is a collegiate research university in Durham, North East England. It was founded by Act of Parliament in 1832 and granted a Royal Charter in 1837. It was one of the first universities to commence tuition in England for more than 600 years and has claim to be the third oldest university in England.Durham has an estate which includes 63 listed buildings, ranging from the 11th-century Castle to a 1930s Art Deco Chapel....

Durham University (officially known as the University of Durham) is a collegiate research university in Durham, North East England. It was founded by Act of Parliament in 1832 and granted a Royal Charter in 1837. It was one of the first universities to commence tuition in England for more than 600 years and has claim to be the third oldest university in England.Durham has an estate which includes 63 listed buildings, ranging from the 11th-century Castle to a 1930s Art Deco Chapel.

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Salaries

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Post-doctoral Fellow
£37,178 per year
Assistant Professor
£45,968 per year
Professor
£79,234 per year

Education & Instruction

Lecturer
£34,230 per year

Administrative Assistance

Learning and Development Administrator
£22,988 per year
Receptionist
£21,147 per year
Administrative Assistant
£21,676 per year

Management

Engagement Manager
£34,912 per year
Development Manager
£41,019 per year
Technical Manager
£38,573 per year
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Rating overview

Rating is calculated based on 160 reviews and is evolving.

4.43 out of 5 stars.20192.50 out of 5 stars.20204.67 out of 5 stars.20213.69 out of 5 stars.20224.27 out of 5 stars.2023

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HR Administrator in Durham
on 23 August 2023
Fantastic!
Great place to workFantastic cultureFlexi timeAnnual leaveGreat staff Its a really great place to work!
Administration Assistant in College
on 21 September 2023
A lot of nice people working under bad management in some places
Bear in mind that this is a big institution with many different sectors, where work cultures and work enviroment may vary.From a personal experience, there are a lot of nice, hard-working people with skills and talent working at Durham University, and sometimes, in some sectors, you get good management and extensive support. Most of the colleagues I've met are really nice and supportive. But t...
Student in Durham
on 30 July 2023
Productive
It is a good place to study.Durham is a quiet ane beautiful place. You can feel the peaceful and love in this area. Everyone is very friendly and eager to help.
Postdoctoral Researcher in Durham uk
on 23 July 2023
Productive place
The university is good. The quality of the research is high and the city is lovely.Though there is an accommodation problem in the city and the public transport is bad.
Housekeeper in Hild and Bede
on 17 July 2023
Housekeeper
The best Employer I have worked forBrilliant sick pay and holidays.Work is hard, but rewarding, Staff friendly and helpful.Management very pleasant and fair.
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