Research Services Support Administrator

Admin/Support

Are you a Research Support Administrator passionate about people, talent, and workplace culture? Join our dynamic Administration and Finance team at the University of Oxford and help attract, support, and develop top talent in our world-leading institution.

Location: 5 Worcester Street, Oxford, OX1 2BX

Salary: £31,459 - £36,616 per annum Contract: Full Time 36.5 hours, Permanent

About Us

Spanning the historic streets of the "city of dreaming spires," the University of Oxford has been ranked the world’s leading university for nine consecutive years. A place where centuries of tradition meet world-changing innovation, we offer you the chance to shape the future while working in an inspiring environment that promotes excellence. Here, you’ll contribute to ground-breaking research that tackles global challenges - from advancing sustainability to pioneering healthcare solutions - and join a diverse, inclusive community that champions your wellbeing, development, and aspirations. Apply now to become part of our extraordinary legacy.

Research Services is one of the key professional services departments supporting Oxford’s research and innovation community. With over 180 staff across our five business units, our values include teamwork, professionalism, continuous improvement, empathy, respect and trust.

About the Role

Are you a highly organised, detail-oriented, and proactive individual with a passion for ensuring smooth administrative operations? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you!

We are seeking an administrator to join one of our busy and dynamic teams. The Administration & Finance team sits at the heart of Research Services and provides cross-cutting operation and business management for our four large business units: Innovation & Engagement, Research Funding & Contracts, Research Strategy & Policy Unit, and Research Governance, Ethics & Assurance.

About You

RS Support Administrators have a fast-paced and varied workload, so it is important that you are able to handle multiple projects and deadlines efficiently, with a positive and proactive approach. You will need to work independently, coordinating your own work, and also enjoy working alongside your team members to support shared departmental projects.

In order to be successful in this role, you will need to be highly organised and have excellent communication and problem-solving skills. Additionally, we are looking for some who is proficient in office software and confident at using new systems.

Whether you are looking to start a career in University administration, or would like to build on current experience, we would like to hear from you.

A full induction, training, and support will be provided, as well as the opportunity to continue your professional development as part of the role.

Sponsorship and Right To Work 

This role does not meet the criteria for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa under the UK Visa & Immigration points-based system. We are therefore unable to offer sponsorship for this role.

Application Process

To apply, please upload:

• A covering letter/supporting statement
• Your CV
• The details of two referees

The closing date for applications is 12 noon on Wednesday 28 May 2025.

Interviews will take place on the 17 June, and will be held face-to-face.

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