The Advert
The Research and Innovation Team provides administrative support for the Schools’ Associate Deans of Research, the Associate Dean for Innovation, REF Coordinators and Graduate Studies Coordinators as well as academic staff who are engaged in research and innovation activities. The post-holder will support all research and innovation projects undertaken by research staff in the Schools.
You will thrive on working in a dynamic and focused support team and be willing to take on a range of tasks. You will be self-motivated, organised and IT literate and be skilled in reviewing processes and making positive suggestions for change. The role presents an exciting opportunity to make a positive impact on our administration support services.
You will be an enthusiastic and friendly professional with excellent communication and interpersonal skills coupled with a commitment to providing an excellent student experience and Support all Research and Innovation (R&I) activities in the Schools.
You’ll support colleagues by:
Supporting
* academic and research staff with their projects and grant applications.
* REF
* doctoral student administration
* ethics applications
* project and other meetings
* provision and maintenance of data and information
What You’ll Bring
With excellent communication skills and attention to detail along with experience of working in a similar administrative support you will be able to support a variety of tasks and processes. You will be self-motivated, organised and IT literate and be skilled in reviewing processes, managing information and making suggestions for positive change
It’s not just about data and processes, it’s about people and relationships, your exceptional interpersonal skills will enable you to connect with across the admin and school teams, making meaningful connections to get tasks completed.
Why join Cardiff Metropolitan University?
We are a values-based University. We are proud of our culture, and we are there for our people. Our community spirit is the golden thread that underpins our values and behaviours. We support and embrace inclusion that enables everyone to feel respected and able to perform at their best. By joining our University, you'll find yourself in a unique environment where a wealth of knowledge and resources are readily available, supporting you with your career development.
We Offer Excellent Benefits Such As
* Annual leave of 25 days Annual leave of 25 days, rising to 30 days after 1 years’ service, plus 12 bank holiday / concessionary days.
* Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme with generous monthly contributions.
* Excellent family friendly policies - take a look on our Policy Hub page.
* Opportunities to learn and develop your skills with access to library and digital services facilities.
* Excellent sports and fitness facilities with subsidised membership.
* Free family access to our independent specialist wellbeing support provider, Health Assured.
Contact us
For more information about the role please contact Huw Jones on hpjones@cardiffmet.ac.uk or feel free to contact Aleks Janusiewicz, the Recruitment Advisor supporting this vacancy on ajanusiewicz2@cardiffmet.ac.uk.
All applications must be submitted online.
The person specification will be used as a tool for shortlisting; so please make sure you use this information when writing your application. You can find useful hints and tips about how to apply by visiting our Application Guidance page.
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