Finance and Research Administrator - Institute of Ophthalmology

About the role

The Finance and Research Administrator will be responsible for pre-award research grant and financial administration. Using their knowledge of research funding processes in an academic environment, the postholder will support our academic staff in the costing and submission of grant applications.

The Finance and Research Administrator will prepare and co-ordinate accurate financial reports and spreadsheets and will be a key contact within the department for all finance and research matters, including supporting PIs with expense claims and travel bookings.

About you

Educated to degree level (or equivalent) or have significant experience in Higher Education or similar environment, the postholder will have experience in financial administration, be highly organised with an ability to work under pressure, whilst still maintaining accuracy.

The Finance and Research Administrator is a key member of the Finance & Research team, therefore good communication and strong interpersonal skills are essential.

What we offer

Working with some of the greatest intellects in the world, UCL also offers a generous pension scheme and holiday allowance, plus closure and bank holidays, enhanced parental pay and more.

To find out more please visit www.ucl.ac.uk/work-at-ucl/reward-and-benefits.

Application Process

Applicants should apply online. To access further details about the position and how to apply please click on the ‘Apply’ button above or go to the UCL job page and search on Reference Number B02-03976.

Please ensure you attach your CV and provide a personal statement outlining how you meet the criteria to support your application.

Our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

We particularly welcome applications from black and minority ethnic candidates as they are under-represented within UCL at this level.
Our department holds an Athena SWAN Silver award, in recognition of our commitment and demonstrable impact in advancing gender equality.

The UCL Ways of Working supports colleagues to be successful and happy at UCL through sharing expectations around how we work – please visit www.ucl.ac.uk/ways-of-working to find out more.

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