Research Project Administrator (Maternity Cover)

Contract type: Fixed-term for 9 months to cover maternity leave

Working pattern: Full-time, working 35 hours per week

Location: Sheffield (Engineering Heartspace) and working from home

Are you interested in working for a world top 100 University?

We are seeking applications for a Research Project Administrator in the Department of Mechanical Engineering on a fixed-term basis for 9 months to cover the maternity leave of the present post holder. This post offers an exciting opportunity to work with a leading UK research group at the University of Sheffield, to support the delivery of EPSRC funded research project and an EPSRC funded Centre for Doctoral Training and WCSCM conference to be hosted by University of Sheffield in 2026.

You will have excellent organisational and IT skills, a willingness to assist team members when needed and an eye for detail and accuracy. You will work closely with the Project Manager and other members of Professional Services, and must be comfortable working with academics, researchers, and postgraduate students. Enthusiasm, self-motivation, and an ability to work both independently and as part of a team is essential. You will also need comprehensive IT skills, including the use of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, website maintenance and social media. Previous experience of working with Engineering and Physical Science Council projects is desirable, but not essential.

You will provide administrative support for the lead academics and Project Manager; event organisation, including room bookings, arranging catering, distribution of papers and minute-taking; diary management; arranging travel and accommodation; maintaining financial records and processing expense claims; maintaining project websites and documentation; uploading information to funder databases; maintaining contacts lists, and distributing information to project team members.

What we offer

• 38 days annual leave (including closure days and Bank Holidays), with the possibility to purchase up to ten additional days.
• Up to 5 days of paid time off to cover emergency caring responsibilities.
• A commitment to work life balance including, flexible working opportunities and hybrid working where possible.
• A highly competitive pension scheme.
• Discounts at participating shops and cinemas, and a cycle to work scheme.
• A commitment to your development, with programmes, learning modules and mentoring schemes.
• An inclusive and diverse workplace.
• A commitment to your wellbeing, with confidential emotional support, support for those going through the menopause, experiencing fertility treatment and having a baby, paid leave for IVF treatment and more.

Further information can be found at www.sheffield.ac.uk/jobs/benefits

We are committed to exploring flexible working opportunities which benefit the individual and University.

We build teams of people from different heritages and lifestyles from across the world, whose talent and contributions complement each other to greatest effect. We believe diversity in all its forms delivers greater impact through research, teaching and student experience.

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