Research Services Assistant

Location: South Kensington Campus

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 and be part of our mission to use science for humanity.
• Benefit from a sector-leading salary and remuneration package (including 39 days’ annual leave and generous pension schemes).
• Access to a range of workplace benefits including a flexible working policy from day one, generous family leave packages, on-site leisure facilities and cycle-to-work scheme.
• Interest-free season ticket loan schemes for travel.
• Be part of a diverse, inclusive and collaborative work culture with various staff networks and resources to support your personal and professional wellbeing.

Further Information

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

Sorina Damsa – s.damsa@imperial.ac.uk

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