Research Support Coordinator

Contract type: Open ended

We are seeking a dedicated individual to join the Faculty of Social Sciences Research Support team. The research support team provides expert advice and support for research grant applications and awards to our thirteen diverse departments. This exciting opportunity allows you to play a key role in managing complex grant applications, fostering collaboration across the faculty, and contributing to the success of groundbreaking research.

You'll be responsible for supporting research grant applications and ensuring the seamless transition of successful awards. You will build strong and productive relationships with academic departments and allied professional service teams, and develop a comprehensive understanding of faculty and university-wide research priorities. Additionally, you'll be empowered to contribute to the professional growth of colleagues through developing and sharing best practice and mentorship.

If you're a highly motivated individual with experience in research support or project administration and has a passion for research and a commitment to excellence, we encourage you to apply!

What we offer

• A minimum of 38 days annual leave including bank holiday and closure days (pro rata) with the ability to purchase more.
• Flexible working opportunities, including hybrid working for some roles.
• Generous pension scheme.
• A wide range of discounts and rewards on shopping, eating out and travel.
• A variety of staff networks, providing opportunities for social interaction, peer support and personal development (for example, Race Equality, LGBT+, Women’s and Parent’s networks).
• Recognition Awards to reward staff who go above and beyond in their role.
• A commitment to your development access to learning and mentoring schemes; integrated with our Academic Career Pathways and Professional Services Shared Skills Framework.
• A range of generous family-friendly policies
  • paid time off for parenting and caring emergencies
  • support for those going through the menopause
  • paid time off and support for fertility treatment
  • and more

More details can be found on our benefits page: sheffield.ac.uk/jobs/benefits.

We are a Disability Confident Employer. If you have a disability and meet the essential criteria you will be invited to interview

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