Research Grants and Finance Coordinator

The University of Cambridge is seeking a highly organised and proactive Research Grants and Finance Coordinator to join our University Information Services (UIS). This pivotal role will support the administration of research funding and financial operations, contributing to the success of our innovative projects.

UIS is centralised department within the University. We work collaboratively with colleagues in departments, colleges, and other institutions to provide a range of IT services to support the needs of all users at the University.

This is a new role that will be based within the Finance Team. The successful candidate will have a chance to shape the role within the team themselves. The Departments Research Computing Services (RCS) has started to accumulate more and more grant funding over the last couple of years, working with both internal departments as well as external institutes.

Research Computing Services (RCS) designs, deploys and maintains some of the world's most high performance computational and data storage systems. We offer advanced, secure and scalable digital research infrastructure for the University, the wider UK academic community and select commercial partners.  

 Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the application process for research grants, ensuring compliance with funding body requirements.
• Oversee the financial administration of grants, including budget preparation, monitoring, and reporting.
• Collaborate with researchers and administrative staff to provide guidance on grant management and financial policies.
• Prepare financial reports and statements for internal and external stakeholders.
• Assist in the development of training and resources related to grant applications and financial management.

What We're Looking For:

• Strong understanding of research funding mechanisms and financial management.
• Excellent organisational and analytical skills, with a keen eye for detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Effective communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams.
• Previous experience in grant administration or finance in an academic setting is highly desirable.

Why Join Us?

In return, they can offer you a competitive package, including excellent benefits such as joining the Contributory Pension Scheme, leave of 36 days inclusive of public holidays, and fantastic discounts at local businesses and thousands of retailers.

The University is supportive of hybrid working, where some work is undertaken on University premises and some in a remote working environment. The aim of our approach is to enable as many staff as possible to work in a hybrid way if they wish and where their role allows. Conversations about flexible working are encouraged at the University of Cambridge. Please feel free to discuss flexibility prior to applying or at interview if your application is successful.

Further information on the role, person specification, benefits and much more can be found in the Further Information Document, click the 'Apply' button above. 

We welcome applications from individuals who wish to be considered for part-time working or other flexible working arrangements.

We particularly welcome applications from women and /or candidates from a BME background for this vacancy as they are currently under-represented at this level in our department/institution/Faculty/School/University.

To apply online for this vacancy and to view further information about the role, please click the 'Apply' button above. 

If you would like more information about this role, informal enquiries can be directed by email to Michael Webster, Finance Manager, at michael.webster@admin.cam.ac.uk.

The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.

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