About Position/Job
Newcastle University is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Research Admin Officer to join its vibrant Humanities and Social Sciences (HSS) research and finance team. This full-time, open-ended position offers an excellent opportunity to support innovative and world-leading research across the Schools of Arts and Cultures, and History, Classics and Archaeology. You will work closely with academic and professional services colleagues to support research applications, manage project budgets, and ensure compliance with university and funder requirements. This role is ideal for someone with excellent organisational skills, attention to detail, and a passion for enabling impactful research in the HSS fields. Join a supportive, inclusive environment and help shape the success of cutting-edge research initiatives.
Position/Job Details
- Position: Research Administrative Officer
- Institution: Newcastle University
- Department: Schools of Arts and Cultures; History, Classics and Archaeology
- Research field: Humanities and Social Sciences
- Location: Newcastle, UK
- Number of posts: 1
- Job Type: Full-time, Open-ended
- Start Date (Anticipated): September 2025
- Working Hours: 37 hours per week
- Salary Range: £26,942 – £29,179 per annum
- Required Degree/Diploma: A-level (or equivalent) or significant workplace experience
Research area
- Arts and Cultures
- History, Classics and Archaeology
- Humanities and Social Sciences research support
Eligibility & Qualifications
Minimum Requirements:
- Experience working to a high standard in a financial or administrative role
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to understand, interpret, and explain policies and procedures
- Strong organisational and time management skills
- Experience working with financial or numerical data
- High-level proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel
Preferred Qualifications:
- Ability to draw conclusions from financial data and explain them to non-experts
- Experience supporting research or academic projects
- Proven problem-solving skills and a flexible approach
Key Responsibilities
- Act as the main point of contact for research support services in the designated schools
- Advise academics on costing and planning research proposals
- Support the application process and set-up of research awards
- Provide financial management for research accounts, including budget monitoring and forecasting
- Oversee transactions, purchasing, and expenses to ensure compliance and accurate records
- Maintain effective administrative systems and update research project information on web platforms
- Support external and internal quality assurance processes
- Liaise with university services and external funders to resolve issues
Application Process
How to Apply
Submit your CV and a cover letter detailing how you meet the essential criteria via the Newcastle University online portal.
Required Documents:
- CV
- Cover letter addressing essential criteria
Important Dates
- Application Opens: 3 July 2025
- Deadline: 17 July 2025
- Interview Date: Week commencing 28 July 2025
Useful Links
- Institution Website: Newcastle University
- Official Notification Link: View Official Job Post
- Apply now: Apply Online
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