£12.71 per hour plus £1.53 holiday pay
Advertising End Date
13 Mar 2026

Role & Department Overview

Lancaster University, a global leader in Higher Education, is at the forefront of the digital revolution. In the IT Partnering and Innovation Team, we are focused on delivering exceptional experiences for our students and staff, no matter where they are located. Join us in shaping the future of digital transformation as a Junior QA Tester. 

The Opportunity: The IT Partnering and Innovation (ITPI) team in Information Systems Services (ISS) is seeking a motivated Junior QA Tester to contribute to the quality assurance of our software systems.

 

Preferred start date: ASAP

Expected end date: 12 weeks following start date

Location: On the Lancaster University campus 

Hours per week: flexible, to be discussed

Informal enquires about the role can be sent to: Abigail Wells ([email protected]) 

Job Description

As a Junior QA Tester, your main responsibilities will include:

  • Assisting in the creation of test plans to evaluate software functionality, performance and reliability.

  • Executing test plans to identify and document software bugs, ensuring accurate and detailed descriptions for effective resolution.

  • Collaborating with the development team to address identified issues and track their progress.

  • Participating in the improvement of quality assurance processes and documentation.

Person Specification

To excel in this role, the ideal candidate should possess the following qualifications and attributes:
 
  • A keen eye for detail and strong analytical skills, enabling the creation of comprehensive test plans and accurate bug reporting.
  • Basic understanding of software quality assurance methodologies and best practices.
  • Familiarity with software testing concepts and procedures.
  • Good communication and teamwork abilities, enabling effective collaboration with colleagues.
  • Demonstrated ability to work efficiently and communicate effectively within a team, both written and verbal.
Working in this role you will help develop the following skills and experiences:
 
  • Analytical thinking
  • Collaboration
  • Curiosity
  • Problem-solving
  • Teamwork
Please note:
 
  • Previous professional experience in quality assurance is not mandatory, but an interest in the field is desirable.
  • Strong attention to detail, analytical thinking, and effective communication skills are essential for success in this role.
  • The ability to work collaboratively in a team is critical.
Join us in this role and contribute to the delivery of high-quality software solutions, driving innovation and enhancing the user experience within Lancaster University's dynamic and diverse community.
 
Please note: Unless specified otherwise in the advert wording, this role is only open to individuals living in the UK.

You are required to submit a cover letter to support your application. Applications without a cover letter will not be considered.

Under the terms of this work, we endeavour to provide the advertised number of hours however, hours are not guaranteed and that work may cease if there is a fall in demand.

Adverts that display a closing date should be treated as a guide. We reserve the right to close the vacancy once we have received sufficient applications, so we advise you to submit your application as early as possible to prevent disappointment.
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Help and advice on making applications can be found on the Lancaster University Careers pages. Visit www.lancaster.ac.uk/careers.

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