Research and Project Support AdministratorJob Type: Full-Time.Starting Salary: £41005 - £45616 per annum + 41005 plus benefitsTo find out more about the job please click the ‘apply for job’ button to be taken to Imperial job site About the roleThe Grantham Institute has an exciting opportunity for a Research and Project Support Administrator to be an integral part of the Operations Team. You will be working with the Grantham Research Manager to support the pre- and post-award aspect of the Institute's research portfolio. Additionally, you will provide specific support for the World Weather Attribution (WWA) project, a high- profile initiative led by Prof Fredi Otto.What you would be doingDepartmental Research AdministrationYou will:Play a key role in the day-to-day management of the research portfolio for the Grantham Institute, and related activities and duties. This will include budget monitoring, financial reporting and monitoring of research progressProvide costing and management support for Institute research proposalsOversee the administration and monitoring related to progress of research projects, resolving financial problems, providing information and advice to investigators on the management of their grantsWWA Project SupportYou will:Manage day to day activities of the WWA initiative, including setting up meetings and taking notes, highlighting decisions and ensuring timelines are set, communicated and adhered toTrack progress against task lists and project timeline, identifying challenges and managing key dependencies and resource requirementsClosely collaborate with comms officers to develop timelines and oversee deliverables of products in accordance with these timelinesWhat we are looking forPrevious grant administrative experience, preferably in a research or higher education environmentExperience of financial administration, including the ability to create, monitor and review budgets, and to report financial information in a meaningful way to different groups of peopleExperience of organising seminars, interviews, conferences and workshopsExperience of project planning and co-ordinationAbility to organize own workload and to adjust to changing prioritiesExcellent attention to detail, particularly maintaining accuracy when working under pressureWhat we can offer youThe 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 41 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 informationThis is a full-time post, until 31st October 2028.If you require any further details about the role, please contact: Michelle Kiely, Research Manager at m.kiely@imperial.ac.uk
