PGR Co-ordinator

Brunel University London; Uxbridge; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Brunel University London invites applications for a Full-time Postgraduate Research (PGR) Co-ordinator based at the Uxbridge Campus. You will support two core areas: PGR funding and grants, and PGR operations, ensuring a smooth, professional service for doctoral researchers.

You will work with colleagues across the university to develop, implement, and improve systems and processes, delivering an efficient, scalable service while maintaining high attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.

Job description

Location: Brunel University London, Uxbridge Campus

Salary: Grade 5 from: £30,373 to £34,369 per annum, inclusive of London Weighting with potential to progress to £36,170 per annum, inclusive of London Weighting, through sustained exceptional contribution (pro-rata if part-time).

Hours: Full-time

Contract Type: Permanent

Brunel University London was established in 1966 and is a leading multidisciplinary research-intensive technology university delivering economic, social and cultural benefits.

For more information please visit: https://www.brunel.ac.uk/about/our-history/home

The PGR support team sits within the award-winning Student Professional Development Centre, a professional services department dedicated to empowering students and graduates to achieve successful career outcomes.

Student Professional Development | Brunel University of London

As a Postgraduate Research (PGR) Co-ordinator, you will play a key role within a small, collaborative, and supportive team dedicated to delivering an outstanding experience for Brunel's doctoral researcher community.

This varied and rewarding role provides administrative support across two core areas of postgraduate research activity: PGR funding and grants and PGR operations. Working closely with colleagues across the University, you will help ensure the smooth delivery of services that support doctoral researchers throughout their academic journey.

You will contribute to the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of systems and processes that enable the team to deliver a professional, efficient, and scalable service. The role requires a highly organised individual with excellent attention to detail, strong administrative skills, and confidence in using a range of digital systems and IT platforms to support operational delivery.

We are particularly interested in candidates who understand the postgraduate research environment and an awareness of the opportunities and challenges facing the sector. Whether gained through professional experience or study, knowledge of the PGR landscape will help you thrive in this role.

Closing date for applications: Wednesday 4 November 2026 (23:59)

Interviews will take place week commencing Monday 23 November 2026

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All Applicants should be eligible to live and work in the UK for the duration of any offer of appointment.

Brunel University London is fully committed to creating and sustaining a fully inclusive workforce culture. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and communities, we particularly welcome applicants who are currently under- represented in our workforce.