Grants & Funding Officer - Project Support (Fixed Term)

University of Chester; England; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Chester invites applications for a Grants Officer in the Research and Innovation Office on a fixed-term basis until 31 July 2028. You will promote, manage and support applications for external funding across the University.

The post requires a degree or equivalent and substantial administrative experience; experience in Higher Education and funding applications is desirable. Location Exton Park; salary £28,778 to £31,236; closing date 02 October 2026.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent level qualification and substantial administrative experience.
• Experience in Higher Education environment is desirable.
• Experience preparing applications for funding and following instructions would be an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Promote, encourage, manage, monitor and support applications from across the University to external funding sources.
• Provide project management/post-award support to ongoing projects.

Skills

Administrative experience

Customer service

Funding applications

Education

Degree or equivalent

Job description

University of Chester invites applications for a Grants Officer in the Research and Innovation Office on a fixed-term basis until 31 July 2028. You will promote, manage and support applications for external funding across the University.

The post requires a degree or equivalent and substantial administrative experience; experience in Higher Education and funding applications is desirable. Location Exton Park; salary £28,778 to £31,236; closing date 02 October 2026.