ABOUT THE ROLE Northumbria University is seeking an apprenticeResearch Quality and Compliance Administratorto support the Research Quality and Compliance team with a range of administrative and organisational tasks and responsibilities. This role is designed to develop key skills in administration, communication and teamwork in an exciting, supportive environment. You will work closely with the Research Excellence Framework (REF), research ethics, integrity, due diligence, and research systems teams. You will engage in a number of activities focussed on responding to queries, assisting with administrative tasks related to REF and research compliance, help maintain research systems including data entry and quality checks. The role holder will also provide support to coordination of meetings and events including scheduling, logistics and secretarial duties. Further information is available in the job description. The training provider working with us to deliver the apprenticeship is Smart Training & Recruitment. You can find further details about the training for Business Admin Level 3 Apprenticeship at the Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education. Under the apprentice scheme, a minimum of six hours per week will be invested in training towards the achievement of your qualification. In addition to the support offered through the training provider, a workplace mentor will provide practical advice and guidance throughout the duration of your apprenticeship. The duration of the apprenticeship will be 24 months. ABOUT THE TEAM Join the dynamic and collaborative Research Quality and Compliance team that is part of the wider University Research and Innovation Service. Our team covers research quality, environment, ethics and integrity, due diligence, research systems management and preparation for the University's Research Excellence Framework submission. ABOUT YOU To be successful in the role you will have: A willingness to learn how to organise and manage tasks, with support from your team and manager. Clear verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with a range of stakeholders. Experience of working with IT packages, including Microsoft Office, Outlook for diary management, and web-based tools such as SharePoint. The ability to work effectively as part of a team, contributing to a positive and collegial environment. A high level of accuracy and attention to detail in your work. A Level 2 qualification or higher (e.g. 5 GCSEs A-C or equivalent) and relevant experience. Further information is available in the person specification. For further information about this opportunity please contact Kevin Richardson (Research Quality and Assessment Manager) at kevin2.richardson@northumbria.ac.uk. To apply for this vacancy please click 'Apply Now'. Your application must include a covering letter and your CV. ABOUT US Join Northumbria University, a research-intensive institution unlocking potential and changing lives locally and globally. Named Times Higher Education's University of the Year in 2022 and Modern University of the Year in 2025, we rank top 25 in the UK for research power. Discover more about us. With over 37,000 students from 140 countries, we offer world-leading research, award-winning partnerships, and an outstanding student experience. We empower our exceptional staff, promoting a positive work-life balance and offering great benefits, including excellent pension schemes, flexible working, generous holiday entitlement and more. Our Northumbria Values, co-created by our team, define who we are: Academic Excellence, Innovation, Inclusivity, Collaboration, and Ambition. Our Behaviours shape our work culture: We listen and learn, support one another, respect everyone, trust each other, and are bold. Located in Newcastle upon Tyne and London, we are an on-campus organisation with flexibility in hours and location. We pride ourselves on diversity and inclusivity, holding numerous awards for gender and race equality, disability confidence, and research excellence. We also hold the HR Excellence in Research award for implementing the concordat supporting the career Development of Researchers and are members of the Euraxess initiative to deliver information and support to professional researchers.The University has implemented a range of flexible working arrangements, and we are happy to explore candidate requirements as part of the recruitment process. Apply now and join a community committed to transforming society and the economy. Explore \" Our Exceptional People, Our Values and Behaviours \" page to learn more about our commitments and see our Privacy Policy for further details.Are you ready for a rewarding new challenge? Our apprenticeship opportunities are the perfect route to launch your career, supporting your personal and professional development while completing your qualification and gaining work experience.