Research Administrator (Part Time, Fixed Term)

University of Cambridge; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

A prominent educational institution in Cambridge is seeking a motivated Research Administrator to provide vital administrative support for research grant applications. The role involves identifying funding opportunities, advising Principal Investigators, and ensuring compliance of applications. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational and communication skills, along with a background in research administration. This part-time position is a fixed-term role with a salary range of £31,236 to £35,608 pro rata, emphasizing diversity and inclusion in hiring.

Qualifications

• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience in grants management or research administration is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Identify relevant research funding opportunities.
• Advise on funder terms and conditions.
• Support preparation of grant documentation.
• Check applications for completeness and compliance.
• Communicate with stakeholders to coordinate submissions.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Prior experience in research administration

Familiarity with grant management systems

Tools

Worktribe

Job description

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Research Administrator to join our team. This pivotal role provides dedicated administrative support to academic colleagues in preparing high-quality research grant applications. The successful candidate will contribute to improving submission quality and success rates.

About the role

You will work closely with Principal Investigators, Heads of Department, and professional services teams and key responsibilities include:

• Identifying and disseminating relevant research funding opportunities.
• Advising on funder terms and conditions and guiding PIs through sponsor requirements.
• Supporting the preparation of grant documentation, such as CVs, letters of support, and non-technical summaries.
• Checking applications for completeness and compliance before submission.
• Communicating effectively with stakeholders, including PIs, collaborators, funders, and departmental offices, to coordinate inputs and ensure timely submissions.

The ideal candidate will possess excellent organisational skills, a keen eye for detail, and the ability to balance multiple priorities. Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential, along with a collaborative approach to working with academic and professional colleagues. Prior experience in research administration, grants management, or a related field is desirable. Familiarity with Worktribe or equivalent grant management systems will be an advantage. This is an excellent secondment opportunity.

Fixed-term: The funds for this post are available for 12 months in the first instance. This is a part time role at 50% FTE, 18.25 hours per week.

Once an offer of employment has been accepted, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a health assessment.

To apply online for this vacancy and to view further information about the role, please click the ‘Apply’ button above.

Please ensure that you outline how you match the criteria for the post and why you are applying for this role on the online application form.

Please include details of your referees, including email address and phone number, one of which must be your most recent line manager.

Closing date for all applications is the 25 January 2026, with interviews TBC soon after.

Please quote reference RQ47154 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.

The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.

£31,236 to £35,608 pro rata