Postgraduate Research Admin & Support Specialist

University of Edinburgh; Easter Howgate; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Staff benefits

Career development opportunities

Job summary

The University of Edinburgh invites applications for a Postgraduate Research Administration Assistant to provide high-standard administrative support across postgraduate research programmes within the School of Health in Social Science. Working closely with academics and professional staff, you will help coordinate processes, support staff and students, and ensure smooth operation of postgraduate activity.

The fixed-term role is 12 months with potential for hybrid on-campus work.

Qualifications

• Experience in higher education administration or similar environment.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to support postgraduate research programmes and staff.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-standard administrative support for postgraduate research programmes.
• Coordinate with academic and professional staff to ensure smooth workflows.
• Assist with data, records, and general office duties for the School.

Skills

Administrative support

Communication

Organizational skills

Teamwork

MS Office

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The University of Edinburgh invites applications for a Postgraduate Research Administration Assistant to provide high-standard administrative support across postgraduate research programmes within the School of Health in Social Science. Working closely with academics and professional staff, you will help coordinate processes, support staff and students, and ensure smooth operation of postgraduate activity.

The fixed-term role is 12 months with potential for hybrid on-campus work.