Project Coordinator (111452-0426)

Location: University of Warwick Campus, Coventry

Duration: Fixed term contract until 31st May 2027 (up to 12 months)

About the Role  

Informal Queries

• For informal queries about the role, please contact Ian Bucknill (Finance Administrator) at Ian.bucknill@warwick.ac.uk.

Flexible Working

• We will consider applications for employment on a part-time or other flexible working basis (e.g. job share), despite the position being advertised as full-time.

This is an exciting opportunity to join the Department of Physics at the University of Warwick.

We are seeking to appoint a full-time maternity cover post, available for an immediate start. Fixed term contract until 31 May 2027.

The Department of Physics is seeking an enthusiastic and self-motivated individual to provide financial and administrative support for our portfolio of research grants and contracts and associated awards, and to provide additional finance support within the department. This is an exciting role as part of the team supporting approximately 70 research active members of academic staff and a portfolio of over 200 research projects from a wide range of funders. 

About You  

You will implement and manage budgetary systems for effective, timely and accurate financial monitoring of project operating budgets. You will analyse financial data and provide reports and forecasts of expenditure. You will be proactive in proposing solutions to complex financial issues and advising on implications of various options, in conjunction with appropriate departmental and central administrative officers. You will manage administrative personnel issues for projects, helping with recruitment and all associated paperwork and liaising with external departments as required.

You will be based on the University of Warwick campus.

For details on the experience and skills required, please refer to the job description attached as a PDF below.

JD Project Coordinator (111452).pdf – 206KB

CLOSING DEADLINE: Tuesday 21 May 2026 at 11:55pm (UK Time)

Full details of the duties and selection criteria for this role can be found in the vacancy advert on the University of Warwick's jobs pages. You will be routed to this when you click on the 'Apply' button.

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