Research Support Officer

A 4 year Fixed Term Research Support Officer position is available within the Faculty of Biology, Medicine and Health.

About the role:

The Research Support Officer post is an administrative and office-based role supporting researchers attract research income to the University which facilities the undertaking of high-quality research and exploits research outcomes.

What you would be doing:

This role requires the skillset to be work efficiently under pressure in a fast-paced environment with high volumes. You will be working within a team to deliver a high-quality research support service to academic and other service users. You will report to a Research Support Manager and collaborate with Research Services colleagues as well as other internal stakeholders, helping the organisation support research activities and externally funded projects in a broad sense

What We Are Seeking in Candidates:

• Exceptional communication skills with the capacity to engage stakeholders at all levels,
• Ability to cultivate positive relationships, and influence outcomes constructively.
• Well-developed IT skills
• Team Player
• Attention to detail

Further Information

• All questions in the additional comments section of the application must be answered; incomplete applications will not be considered.
• This is a full-time, open-ended position.
• Hybrid working is available, with a minimum requirement of two days per week on campus (not negotiable).

We are an open place of enquiry and challenge. We embrace and celebrate difference, diversity and debate, and we pride ourselves on being a place of education, learning and community where we are able, within the law, to question and test received wisdom, express new ideas and explore controversial or unpopular topics and opinions. Find out more from our Freedom of Speech Policy.

Enquiries about the role, shortlisting and interviews

Name: Julie Saunders

Email: [email protected]

General enquiries and administrative support

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Technical and job portal support

Applications close at midnight on the closing date.

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

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