Research Project Coordinator

ZipRecruiter; London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization is seeking a highly organized and proactive Research Project Coordinator in Central London. The successful applicant will oversee the management of various research projects, ensuring timely delivery and compliance with financial practices. This role involves collaboration with international partners and requires proven experience in project management within a higher education context, alongside solid financial oversight skills.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in project coordination in Higher Education.
• Strong financial management experience, budgeting and forecasting required.
• Familiarity with HR processes and grant applications is essential.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate logistics for research projects including travel and event planning.
• Monitor large budgets and produce financial forecasts.
• Act as a liaison for funders and international partners.

Skills

Project Coordination

Financial Management

Organisational Skills

Stakeholder Communication

Time Management

Education

Experience in Higher Education

Tools

Microsoft Office

Information Systems

Job description

Job Description

Research Project Coordinator – £21.66ph plus holiday pay - Central London

Start immediately for three months initially (extension possible)

PLEASE NOTE, IN ORDER TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION, YOU MUST BE AN EXPERIENCED RESEARCH PROJECT COORDINATOR, WHO HAS PREVIOUSLY WORKED IN THE HIGHER EDUCATION / RESEARCH SECTOR.

Are you an experienced and proactive project coordinator with a passion for supporting international research and making a global impact?

We are seeking a skilled Project Coordinator to oversee the non-scientific management of a diverse portfolio of research projects. Working closely with Principal Investigators, funders, collaborators and administrative teams, you'll play a vital role in ensuring projects run smoothly — from financial oversight to human resources, event logistics and stakeholder communication.

MAIN DUTIES

• Coordinate project logistics, including travel, events, visas and meetings
• Prepare research grant applications and manage submission processes
• Monitor budgets (often £1M+), produce financial forecasts and ensure compliance
• Support recruitment, staff forecasting and contract management
• Maintain up-to-date webpages and contribute to communications, newsletters and reports
• Act as liaison for funders and international partners, promoting knowledge sharing
• Contribute to departmental initiatives and continuous improvement

PERSON SPECIFICATION

• Proven experience in project coordination in a Higher Education setting
• Strong financial management experience, including budgeting, forecasting and reporting
• Knowledge of research funding processes and grant applications
• Excellent organisational and communication skills, with the ability to manage competing deadlines
• Confident using information systems, web tools and Microsoft Office
• Experience working with multiple stakeholders, including academics, funders and international partners
• Familiarity with HR processes such as recruitment and onboarding
• Ability to interpret, explain and present complex information clearly

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a world-leading institution making a real difference to global health. If you're a detail-driven, solutions-focused professional with experience in research or higher education, we’d love to hear from you.

Gray & Associates is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of , , , , , reassignment, or belief, marital status, or and maternity.