Research Administrator CARES-Well NIHR Partnership Grant

The University of Surrey is an ambitious, global community of ideas and people, dedicated to life-changing education and research shaping ourselves into one of the best universities in the world through the talents and endeavour of every employee.  

The role

0.6 FTE fixed term post for 4.5 years to February 2030.

We are seeking a pro-active, self-motivated and highly organised team player to provide research project administrative support and some PA support to a friendly team within the School of Health Sciences (SHS) at the University of Surrey. The successful applicant will be responsible for the smooth running of this National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) national research project that aims to improve the wellbeing of the UK healthcare workforce. We aim to ensure inclusion of ‘seldom heard’ groups, including staff from racially minoritised groups, internationally recruited and disabled staff.

The successful applicant will be based at the University of Surrey and part of a national team working across multiple organisations ; with a project manager and academics, in partnership with NHS senior leaders, clinicians, and other key stakeholders. 

You will be responsible for the efficient running of key administrative elements of this large-scale project, with strong supervision and support from an experienced team including the project manager. Providing some PA support (e.g. diary management, raising purchase orders and filing expenses) for Professors Cath Taylor and Jill Maben is also part of the role. You join a vibrant community through the Workforce Organisation and Wellbeing (WOW) expert group (https://www.surrey.ac.uk/school-health-sciences/research/workforce-organisation-and-wellbeing) and the research project  (https://workforceresearchsurrey.health/projects-resources/collaborative-action-for-research-engaging-in-staff-wellbeing/).

About you

The successful applicant will require a flexible and proactive approach to their work with excellent verbal and written communication skills, as well as the ability to work independently within a face to face and remote team culture. Attention to detail with good organisation and planning skills with a good working knowledge of MS Word, Excel spreadsheets are essential. They will demonstrate confidentiality, excellent interpersonal and relationship building skills and the ability to work on their own initiative. Previous experience in an administrative role is essential and of working within a University or NHS setting advantageous.

As a Silver Athena SWAN award holder, Stonewall Diversity Champion and Disability Confident employer, we are committed to supporting equality, diversity and inclusion.

Studies have shown that women and other minoritised groups are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every single criteria. We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you are excited about this role but your experience does not align perfectly, do contact us to discuss. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.             

How to apply

Please apply on the University website with your CV and cover letter also answering the criteria questions.

Further information about SHS here:  http://www.surrey.ac.uk/school-health-sciences. For an informal discussion please contact Barshan Balakumar, project manager b.balakumar@surrey.ac.uk or project leads Professor Cath Taylor, cath.taylor@surrey.ac.uk or Professor Jill Maben j.maben@surrey.ac.uk. 

Interviews: 25^th or 26th September 2025

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