Research Administrator - 16498

Location: Brunel University London, Uxbridge Campus

Brunel University London was established in 1966 and is a leading multidisciplinary research-intensive technology university delivering economic, social and cultural benefits.

For more information please visit: https://www.brunel.ac.uk/about/our-history/home

Brunel’s research looks to real-world problems and is based on a strong desire to impact directly on societies’ major challenges. Global in our outlook, our mission ranges from close engagement with the communities around our West London home, and to many communities world-wide, reflecting our international connectiveness. As part of our strategy, we aim to further heighten the global impact of our social mission by strengthening the impact and application of our research for societal benefit.

This is an exciting opportunity to join Brunel’s Research Support and Development Office as a Research Administrator. Reporting to the Head of Post Award and Impact, you will be a part of a professional team that supports academics colleagues to deliver their grants in accordance with funder/internal terms and conditions. You will also support academic colleges to ensure effective support of key research-related activities such as ethics administration.

We are looking for a team-player with excellent communication, administrative and organisational skills. The successful candidate will have experience of procurement, finance. Ideally, the candidate will have experience of working with research ethics and working in a higher education setting.

Evidence of relevant professional experience and ongoing development is an essential criterion. Candidates without a first degree should be able to demonstrate transferable skills - such as analytical, interpersonal, problem-solving and self-management skills.

We offer a generous annual leave package plus discretionary University closure days, excellent training and development opportunities as well as a great occupational pension scheme and a range of health-related support. The University is committed to a hybrid working approach.

Closing date for applications: 19 March 2026

Interviews will take place on 15 April 2026 in person.

For further details about the post including the Job Description and Person Specification and to apply please click the Apply button.

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All Applicants should be eligible to live and work in the UK for the duration of any offer of appointment.

Brunel University London is fully committed to creating and sustaining a fully inclusive workforce culture. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and communities, we particularly welcome applicants who are currently under-represented in our workforce.

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