Research Services Assistant

Location: Hybrid posts based at South Kensington.

About the role:   

The role provides post-award administrative support to the Faculty of Natural Science’s research funding portfolio across 6 Departments.

What you would be doing:

The main purpose of the role is for you to support the timely set-up of new Funder awards on the internal university Finance system. Other activities include monitoring and reconciliation of financial accounts, invoicing, resolving of queries along with supporting the close out of awards once they have finished.

What we are looking for:

The ideal candidate will have both good computing (especially excel) and numerical skills. The role requires strong interpersonal skills with excellent written and verbal communication.  It’s a busy role so will need someone organised, simultaneously able to manage multiple activities and prioritise workload tasks.  You will be able to work both independently and as part of a team.  You will be committed to the delivery of customer service and have a can-do approach.  Previous knowledge and experience of research grants and contracts within higher education would be desirable, but not essential.

What we can offer you:

• The opportunity to continue your career at a world-leading institution
• Sector-leading salary and remuneration package (including 39 days off a year)
• Excellent on the job training, development and career progression

Further Information

If you require any further details on the role please contact:

Sorina Damsa – s.damsa@imperial.ac.uk    

Please note that job descriptions are not exhaustive, and you may be asked to take on additional duties that align with the key responsibilities mentioned above.

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