Projects and Post-Award Administrator

University of Portsmouth; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Generous pension scheme

32–35 days annual leave

Flexible working

Staff discounts

Staff car parking

Training and development

Staff wellbeing

Recreation facilities

Discounted learning

Entrepreneurs in Residence mentoring

Job summary

University of Portsmouth is seeking a Projects and Post-Award Administrator to provide high-quality administrative support across the Department of Research and Innovation and the Doctoral College. The role is on-site with standard university hours, and interviews are anticipated on 30 November 2026.

The successful candidate will handle generalist administration, contribute to leadership support, and collaborate with faculty executives and professional services teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality administrative support across the Department of Research and Innovation and the Doctoral College.
• Assist senior leaders and manage a broad portfolio of generalist administration to enable research activities.

Job description

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Projects and Post-Award Administrator

Portsmouth 19/11/2026 Projects and Post-Award Administrator

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Job details

Salary £27,865 - £31,861 per annum Contractual hours 37 Basis Full-Time Job category/type Permanent - Full-Time Job reference REC00005566 Attachments Recruitment Process Timeline.pdf REC00005566 - Projects and Post-Award Administrator - Job Description.pdf

Job description

PLEASE NOTE: This vacancy is open to Department of Research and Innovation employees of the University of Portsmouth only. The University of Portsmouth is a global employer of choice where exceptional people create, share and apply knowledge that makes a difference. Experience the pride of being part of a select group – one of only four universities in the south-east of England to achieve a prestigious Gold rating in the Teaching Excellence Framework. Additionally, we proudly rank among the top 140 universities globally in the Times Higher Young University World Rankings. Ambition, Responsibility and Openness drive our every endeavour. Join our esteemed institution with a proven track record of success, and where dedication to excellence is key. We want people to make their mark in a professional community that truly values people, innovation, and achievement.

The Role: The University is committed to delivering globally-recognised research and innovation solutions that improve society. The Department of Research and Innovation is central to enabling this through the provision of specialist professional services. The Projects and Post-Award Administrator role provides high-quality, efficient, effective and flexible administrative support across the Department of Research and Innovation and the Doctoral College. The role may be called on to work with members of Faculty Executive Schools, Faculty and Professional Services teams. The role is capable of a range of responsibilities, including dedicated support to senior leaders as well as a broad portfolio of generalist administration, contributing to leadership effectiveness and the smooth operation of research and innovation activities. This position is based on-site during standard University working hours; therefore, we are unable to support hybrid working for this appointment. The interviews are currently anticipated to be held on 30 November 2026. If you have any queries regarding this position, please contact Suzi Edwards at [e-mail]

Employer, External Only: University of Portsmouth Academic Services Ltd (UASL) Discover the advantages of joining our university. We offer a range of attractive benefits and opportunities to enhance your work experience:

• Competitive salary, including incremental progression within your scale.
• Generous pension scheme.
• Generous leave entitlement of 32–35 days a year, plus bank holidays, and an additional Christmas closure.
• Family-friendly policies supporting flexible working.
• Staff discounts and loyalty schemes.
• Staff car parking and discounted public travel.
• Excellent training and development opportunities.
• Staff wellbeing programmes.
• Recreation facilities, including discounted gym membership, food on campus schemes, use of the Library and staff social activities.
• Discounted learning.
• Start-up business mentoring from expert entrepreneurs via our Entrepreneurs in Residence programme.
• The perks don’t stop there - click ‘apply’ for further information on My Reward and Benefits

Salary Information: New appointments will routinely be made to the entry spine point (minimum) for the advertised grade, from where the individual will (in addition to receiving annual cost-of-living-related increases) progress through the pay range to the maximum for the grade, within a reasonable timeframe. This ensures fairness, consistency and transparency in our pay structures. A higher starting salary or market supplement may be available for a truly exceptional candidate when circumstances fully justify a departure from our normal policy. UKVI Statement Prior to submitting your application, kindly ensure that you can either demonstrate or acquire the necessary right to work in the UK. If you currently do not possess the right to work in the UK, please be aware that our offer of employment is conditional upon you obtaining it. ED&I Statement: We are committed to upholding the University’s values of being ambitious, open and responsible, in an inclusive working environment that promotes dignity and respect. Please note that this vacancy may be closed earlier than advertised, so early applications are advised.

Projects and Post-Award Administrator

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