Team Administrator

About the role:

The Department Infectious Disease is seeking an enthusiastic and organised individual for the role of Team Administrator based in the Section of Vaccinology and Host Immunity. The role of Team Administrator is central to the functioning of the Section and will primarily support the Section Manager, also working closely with the Head and Deputy Head of Section. The post-holder will also support the activities of Centres and Networks hosted within the Section and Department.

What you would be doing:

As Team Administrator, you will provide professional, confidential and efficient administration support to the Section. You will support the Section Manager to ensure the smooth running of the Section, which includes HR, Finance, Website and Research-related matters. You will provide administrative support to the Head and Deputy Head of Section, including, diary management, arranging meetings & seminars, interviews and special events.  You will provide administrative support for Centres and Networks within the Department, including, event organisation and advertising.

What we are looking for:

To be successful, you will have previous administrative experience gained in an academic or clinical environment. The ability to work within teams is key. Good verbal and written communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively is essential.  You will be able to prioritise your own workload to meet a variety of dynamic deadlines and the ability to maintain a high degree of accuracy is vital, alongside utilising a problem-solving approach.

What we can offer you:

• The opportunity to work within a dynamic clinical research department focussing on infectious disease research.
• The opportunity to continue your career at a world-leading institution and be part of our mission to use science for humanity.
• Benefit from a sector-leading salary and remuneration package (including 39 days’ annual leave and generous pension schemes).
• Access to a range of workplace benefits including a flexible working policy from day one, generous family leave packages, on-site leisure facilities and cycle-to-work scheme.
• Interest-free season ticket loan schemes for travel.
• Be part of a diverse, inclusive and collaborative work culture with various staff networks and resources to support your personal and professional wellbeing.

Further Information

The Department of Infectious Disease is part of the Faculty of Medicine at Imperial. It is based across the South Kensington, Hammersmith and Chelsea & Westminster campuses with a bench to bedside focus on infectious disease research. 

This is a full-time, open-ended post (35 hours per week).

Interested candidates should complete and online application.

For an informal discussion about this role please contact Clare Soares, Section Manager: c.soares@imperial.ac.uk

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