Research Grants Administrator (Part Time)

University of Cambridge; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Cambridge, Department of Psychology, is seeking a part-time Research Grants Administrator to support a busy portfolio of around 70 active research grants. You will work across pre- and post-award activities, act as the first point of contact for grant queries, and collaborate with researchers and the Research Operations Office to ensure compliance and timely delivery.

The role requires strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage competing priorities

Qualifications

• Experience in an administrative role, preferably within a research, higher education, finance, accounting or grant management environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and ability to support colleagues in a busy environment.
• Good IT skills including Word, Excel and emails; use of bespoke financial/grant/reporting systems desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide a comprehensive and efficient research management service across the full lifecycle of research grants.
• Act as the first point of contact for research grant related queries from researchers and professional service colleagues.
• Support pre-award and post-award activities and ensure compliance with university, funder and regulatory requirements.
• Cultivate close working relationships with academic staff and Research Operations Office to deliver research projects on time.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Time management

Education

A-levels or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to join the Department of Psychology as a part-time Research Grants Administrator. The Department holds around 70 active research grants and has a busy and varied research funding portfolio. The post holder will contribute to the provision of a comprehensive and efficient research management service across the full lifecycle of research grants, supporting pre-award and post-award activities and helping to ensure the effective administration of all research funding activity within the Department.The successful candidate will be the first point of contact for research grant related queries from researchers and professional service colleagues, including finance and HR. They will be expected to develop close working relationships with academic staff and with the University's Research Operations Office to support the delivery of research projects and ensure compliance with university, funder and regulatory requirements.The successful candidate will ideally have experience in an administrative role, preferably within a research, higher education, finance, accounting or grant management environment. However, we also welcome applications from candidates with administrative, financial or organisational experience who are looking to develop their career in research administration. This is a varied and rewarding position requiring excellent organisational skills, attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities and work effectively to deadlines. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential, together with a collaborative approach and a willingness to solve problems and support colleagues in a busy and dynamic environment.Candidates should be educated to 'A' level standard, to include GCSE English language and mathematics/NVQ level 3 or have an equivalent level of practical experience. Good IT skills, including Word, Excel and emails are a requirement. Use of bespoke financial, grant or reporting systems is desirable. Previous experience in a fast-paced environment is essential.In return, we offer an encouraging, supportive and inclusive environment with an opportunity for the role holder to cultivate and progress their career.Informal enquiries are welcomed and should be directed to: Petra Georgoulis Hluzova ([e-mail])Please quote reference PJ51345 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.Apply online