Research Support Officer (Pre Award)

Job Summary

This position, based primarily on the university campus with opportunities for hybrid working and flexible arrangements, focuses on delivering excellent, customer-centric pre-award research support within the Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences. Candidates must have significant experience in demanding research support or financial office roles, with an emphasis on supporting the Faculty Research Office (FRO) and Principal Investigators in accurate project costing in compliance with university and funders' guidelines.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide proactive, professional pre-award research support to the Faculty Research Office.
• Collaborate closely with the Senior Research Support Administrator (Pre-Award) and researchers to facilitate precise costing and compliance.
• Navigate and apply University and funders’ rules and regulations effectively.
• Build and maintain strong professional networks within the university research community.
• Deliver services meeting tight deadlines while maintaining high organizational standards.

Candidate Profile

• Extensive prior experience in research finance support roles or similar busy office environments.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure and meet demanding deadlines.

Additional Information

Applicants who applied in the previous advertisement cycle (June) are kindly requested not to reapply, as earlier applications have been fully considered.
Due to UK Home Office visa regulations, this role is most suitable for first-time Skilled Worker visa applicants eligible for salary concessions.
Flexible working options are welcomed and open to discussion.

Benefits

• 26 days of annual leave plus approximately 16 additional bank/public holidays, totaling around 42 days off per year.
• Attractive pension schemes complemented by life assurance.
• Access to discounted membership at The Edge, the university's comprehensive campus gym, featuring a pool, sauna, climbing wall, cycling circuit, and sports halls.
• Opportunities for personal growth via courses provided by the Organisational Development & Professional Learning department.
• Other amenities include onsite childcare, shopping discounts, and travel benefits.

Contact for Queries

For further information, please reach out to Rachel Robinson, Senior Research Support Administrator (Pre-Award), via email: R.A.Robinson@leeds.ac.uk.