Closing Dates - FAQS

• At what time on the closing date does the vacancy actually close?
• I have missed the closing date for a vacancy, can I still submit my application?
• I started my application before the closing date, can I submit it now that the closing date has passed?
• I have had problems using/understanding the system so can I submit my application after the closing date?
• I ran out of time/had problems with the system so I have emailed my application instead, will I be considered for the vacancy?

At what time on the closing date does the vacancy actually close?

The recruitment system will accept applications which are submitted up to midnight on the closing date displayed in the vacancy advert. Please note, submitting your application can take anything from just a few seconds to many minutes to complete, as it is dependent on the speed of your internet connection. We recommend that clicking the Submit Application button is not left until just a few minutes before midnight.

 

I have missed the closing date for a vacancy, can I still submit my application?

No – the system will not allow any applications to be submitted beyond the closing date. All of the University’s staff vacancies are displayed on the web for a minimum of two weeks. You may choose to register for the University’s email alert service to ensure you are notified as soon as a vacancy matching your job search preferences is published. To do this, log in to the system using the Log In link in the Your Account box on the right of the University’s Jobs web page at www.shef.ac.uk/jobs On the Employment Opportunities tab click on the “eMail Alerts” link. We recommend that applications are submitted well in advance of the closing date.

 

I started my application before the closing date, can I submit it now that the closing date has passed?

No – the closing date relates to when you submit your application not when you started it. To be considered for a vacancy you must submit your application before midnight on the closing date.

All of the University’s staff vacancies are displayed on the web for a minimum of two weeks. You may choose to register for the University’s email alert service to ensure you are notified as soon as a vacancy matching your job search preferences is published. To do this, log in to the system using the Log In link in the Your Account box on the right of the University’s Jobs web page at www.shef.ac.uk/jobs On the Employment Opportunities tab click on the “eMail Alerts” link. We recommend that applications are submitted well in advance of the closing date.

 

I have had problems using/understanding the system so can I submit my application after the closing date?

No – if you have any issues with the system please check the relevant section of the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs). If you require further assistance, email Jobs@sheffield.ac.uk with the specific details of the problems you have encountered and we will be happy to help you submit your application before the closing date. Please note, the Jobs email account is checked regularly between 9am and 5pm, Monday to Friday, excluding UK public holidays.

All of the University’s staff vacancies are displayed on the web for a minimum of two weeks. You may choose to register for the University’s email alert service to ensure you are notified as soon as a vacancy matching your job search preferences is published. To do this, log in to the system using the Log In link in the Your Account box on the right of the University’s Jobs web page at www.shef.ac.uk/jobs On the Employment Opportunities tab click on the “eMail Alerts” link. We recommend that applications are submitted well in advance of the closing date, which will allow time to resolve any user issues.

 

I ran out of time/had problems with the system so I have emailed my application instead, will I be considered for the vacancy?

No – we are only able to accept and process applications submitted on-line within the University’s recruitment system. If you have any issues with the system please check the relevant section of the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs). If you require further assistance, email Jobs@sheffield.ac.uk with the specific details of the problems you have encountered and we will be happy to help you submit your application before the closing date. Please note, the Jobs email account is checked regularly between 9am and 5pm, Monday to Friday, excluding UK public holidays.

All of the University’s staff vacancies are displayed on the web for a minimum of two weeks. You may choose to register for the University’s email alert service to ensure you are notified as soon as a vacancy matching your job search preferences is published. To do this, log in to the system using the Log In link in the Your Account box on the right of the University’s Jobs web page at www.shef.ac.uk/jobs On the Employment Opportunities tab click on the “eMail Alerts” link. We recommend that applications are submitted well in advance of the closing date, which will allow time to resolve any user issues.