Research Administrator - Ethics and Governance - CG1870

University of St Andrews; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 27,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

A renowned educational institution is seeking a part-time Ethics and Governance Administrator to support the Research Support Team. The successful candidate will guide staff and students in submitting ethics applications and manage related administrative tasks. Ideal applicants should possess strong organizational and communication skills. Benefits include generous annual leave, pension scheme membership, and a hybrid working environment.

Benefits

30 days annual leave plus 5 public holidays

Relocation contribution

Membership of the S&LAS Pension Scheme

Hybrid working environment

Staff discount scheme

Free parking and transport schemes

Subsidised sports and training opportunities

Wellbeing initiatives

Qualifications

• Proven administrative experience is essential.
• Ability to support staff and students with ethics applications.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide guidance and advice on ethics applications.
• Schedule meetings and collate applications for review.
• Maintain accurate records and follow up on approvals.

Skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Ability to work independently

Job description

The School of Medicine is seeking a 0.5 FTE administrator to join the Research Support Team as an Ethics and Governance Administrator. The successful candidate will provide guidance, support, and advice to staff and students submitting ethics applications for review by the School Ethics Committee. The Committee conducts ethical reviews and approves research activities involving human participants, data, or samples.

The role involves scheduling meetings, collating and reviewing applications, preparing paperwork, taking minutes, and providing feedback. The role also requires maintaining accurate records of applications and following up with researchers as approvals expire. Additionally, the role supports external research ethics and governance processes.

The ideal candidate will be organized, with proven administrative, interpersonal, and communication skills, and strong attention to detail. The role requires working both independently and as part of a team.

This is a 0.5 FTE position. The University is also advertising a 0.5 FTE Research Coordinator role, with opportunities to combine roles for full-time work, though this is not guaranteed. Applicants interested in this specific role are encouraged to apply.

Further information and informal enquiries can be directed to Clive Masson ([e-mail]) or Karen Ross ([e-mail]).

Employees benefit from:

• 30 days annual leave plus 5 public holidays
• Relocation contribution
• Membership of the S&LAS Pension Scheme with employer contributions
• Hybrid working environment
• Staff discount scheme
• Free parking, carshare, cycle schemes, and subsidised bus travel
• Subsidised sports, reduced tuition fees, training opportunities, library access, and salary sacrifice schemes
• Wellbeing initiatives including Peppy health app

We welcome applications from BAME and other underrepresented groups. We are committed to diversity and inclusion, supporting various networks and celebrating diversity. Details are available online: https://www.st-andrews.ac.uk/hr/edi/

This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. For visa information, visit https://www.gov.uk/check-uk-visa or contact [e-mail].

Interview Date: 22 September 2025. Closing Date: 8 September 2025.

Reference: CG1870LS

Further particulars: CG1870LSFPs.pdf

School of Medicine

Salary: £27,319 - £31,236 per annum, pro rata

Start Date: September 2025 or as soon as possible thereafter

Part-time hours: 18.125 per week