Proud to be Sunderland
The University of Sunderland offers life‑changing opportunities for more than 27,500 students across our campuses in Sunderland, London and Hong Kong, as well as through global partnerships in 19 countries.
We’re an inclusive, ambitious and forward‑looking University in a vibrant city that’s constantly evolving. We’re also entering an exciting new phase with a refreshed vision and strategic ambitions shaped around the changing higher education landscape.
As we move through 2026, we’re celebrating being recognised as:
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A top 30 UK university (Guardian University Guide 2026)
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1st in the North‑East for student support services (Daily Mail University Guide 2026)
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1st in the North‑East for teaching quality (The Times & Sunday Times Good University Guide 2026)
Your next opportunity
Join us as we launch the University Gallery at Culture House, the new home of the Northern Gallery for Contemporary Art - one of the region’s most influential contemporary art spaces.
As Exhibitions Coordinator, you’ll support exhibition production, keep the gallery operational, lead staff and volunteers, manage elements of the NGCA collection, and help deliver engagement activities for students and the wider community.
This is an exciting chance to contribute to a dynamic cultural hub and help deliver ambitious, inspiring programmes for our audiences.
Is this you?
You thrive in a dynamic, creative environment and bring practical experience of handling artworks along with confidence working in a visual arts–focused role. You’re skilled at coordinating projects, events or exhibitions, balancing hands‑on production with strong organisational abilities. You enjoy working with artists, colleagues, students and visitors, and you’re motivated by delivering high‑quality experiences in a busy, public‑facing gallery open seven days a week.
If you’re collaborative, solutions‑focused and excited by the chance to help shape a new cultural space for Sunderland, you’ll fit right in.
Why join us?
The University of Sunderland is more than a place of learning, we’re a welcoming community that values inclusivity, collaboration, and well-being. We don’t just offer jobs, we offer careers that come with support, flexibility, and plenty of perks:
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Up to 49 days’ holiday - that’s 36 days’ annual leave, 5 festive closure days and 8 Bank Holidays!
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Award-winning staff networks that celebrate who you are.
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Lifestyle benefits, with savings on shopping, tech, bikes, and even cars.
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Health and well-being support, from private medical cover to gym discounts.
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Learning and development that helps you achieve your goals.
Ready to Apply?
Before getting started, please download the Role Profile under ‘Job Description’ so you have everything you need.
Our application questions assess you directly against the essential and desirable criteria for the role. We do not review CVs at this stage, so please provide detailed, evidence-based answers to help us understand your suitability.
Closing date: Tuesday 9 June April 2026 (23:59 GMT)
If you have questions about the role, please contact:
Kevin Petrie, Professor of Creative Practice (Learning and Teaching) on [email protected]
