Research Support Officer

Research Support Officer

We are seeking a motivated and collaborative individual to join our team as a Research Support Officer. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the delivery of high-quality research support services across the research funding lifecycle, helping to maximise research income and enable excellent research outcomes. You will work within a dynamic and inclusive professional services environment.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting research funding applications, including costing proposals, ensuring compliance with funder requirements, and assisting with submission processes
• Coordinating award mobilisation activities, including grant set‑up, approvals, recruitment support and stakeholder liaison
• Providing ongoing award management support, including project changes, financial monitoring and reporting updates
• Maintaining accurate records and data within University systems, ensuring timely updates and compliance
• Delivering a high‑quality, responsive service to academic colleagues and collaborating with professional services teams across the Faculty

We welcome candidates who bring diverse perspectives, experiences, and approaches to their work.

Essential Criteria

• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a busy environment
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to engage a wide range of stakeholders
• Strong numeracy skills with attention to detail and the ability to work with financial data
• Experience of working independently and as part of a team, demonstrating flexibility and initiative
• Good digital skills, including Microsoft Excel and the ability to learn new systems and processes

Desirable Criteria

• Experience supporting administrative or research‑related processes in a complex organisation
• Experience working with financial data, budgeting or costing processes
• Experience using databases or research management systems
• Experience contributing to process improvement or service development
• Experience working collaboratively across teams or organisational boundaries

Benefits

• Generous employer pension contribution
• Christmas closure across all departments outside of annual leave and bank holidays
• Purple Place employee discount platform

Visa and Eligibility

This role is not eligible for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Applicants must demonstrate the right to work in the UK.

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