Research and External Engagement (REE) is a new integrated service dedicated to driving forward the Universitys ambitions for, research, innovation, skills and enterprise.? This professional service works to support our students, drive research excellence, upskill and reskill the regions workforce, strengthen relationships and engagement with our alumni, business and community partners.
Through cutting-edge research initiatives, hands-on learning opportunities, strategic partnerships, civic leadership, and skills delivery, we will empower individuals to thrive in an ever-changing world.
About the team
We have a number of vacancies open for an Administrator across various teams in the Research and External Engagement service, we have provided a brief description of the relevant teams below.
The Research Excellence and Environment team supports UWE academics to develop and thrive within an embedded and sustainable culture; one that is underpinned by the principles of collaboration, integrity and responsible governance. Comprised of three complimentary areas; Integrity, Ethics and Governance; Environment, Culture and Development, and Research Excellence the team delivers on major sector wide initiatives, such as the Research Excellence Framework (REF).
The Research Office provides seamless, end to end support for all external tender, bid and grant applications. The Office is made up of individuals with expertise in costing bids, funders, ethics, contracts and compliance processes (such as Due Diligence). Together they support applicants, and if required draw on the appropriate skills and expertise from across the university to submit eligible and compliant successful grant applications. Once awarded the team supports the
PI/Lead through the project set up process; following timely, appropriate financial and compliance protocols to ensure a smooth transition from a grant application into a live project
About the role
These administrator roles will be crucial in the Research and External Engagement team to undertake activities to support research functions at the university. Key responsibilities may include maintaining accurate and up-to-date records, managing shared inboxes, organising and facilitating events, securing essential signatures for key application documents, and performing data cleansing to uphold data integrity.
About you
We are looking for a positive and proactive team member who is eager to provide excellent customer service and work well with others.
You will play a key role in providing a high-quality service to academics, colleagues, and other university departments. Your focus will always be on helping our customersacademics and colleaguesand ensuring they have the support they need to succeed. You will enjoy working in a collaborative, fast-paced team, contributing to the success of the Universitys research efforts.
Where is this role based?
This post is based at our lively Frenchay campus where we have invested in the latest facilities and resources to give both our staff and students access to everything they need to succeed.
Why UWE Bristol?
We are one of the largest providers of Higher Education in the South West with 38,000 students and 4,000 staff from right across the globe. Based in Bristol, one of the UKs most exciting and forward-thinking cities, we are regionally embedded and globally connected, with an established network of employer and academic partners.
We offer a wide range of employee benefits including progressive pay rates, generous annual leave and career average pension schemes as well as retail savings, onsite nursery and opportunities for training and personal development.
UWE Bristol recognises the power of a truly diverse university community .
We are proud to be part of a vibrant, multicultural city that celebrates diversity, were always looking for talented people from all backgrounds to join us. Our people are our strength, and diversity enhances our creativity and leads to better decision-making and problem-solving. Bring your talent and ambition to our growing community and find yourself in a stimulating and supportive environment where youll thrive.
We particularly encourage applications from global majority and male candidates as we are currently under-represented in this area of the organisation, however all appointments are made strictly on individual merit.
As a Disability Confident employer, we welcome applications from those who identify as having a disability.
Further information
There are 2 full-time, permanent post post, working 37 hours per week.
Both posts available on a job share basis for applicants wishing to work part time.
UWE Bristol is a campus-based University and it is vital to our success and the delivery of an outstanding experience for our students that our campuses are dynamic and vibrant places to learn and spend time. This role is therefore campus based for at least 60 percent of your time, with the opportunity to work from home on the remaining days.
To ensure fairness and equity all salary offers will be made in line with the University's salary assessment guidelines and will be based on your relevant skills and experience.
Right to Work in the UK
The University has a legal responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK. You will therefore be required to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK, please refer to the Home Office Right to Work Checklist for information on which documents are acceptable.
We are unable to provide sponsorship for this role under the Home Office Skilled Worker visa route. If you do not have current right to work in the UK you may wish to explore other visa options .
You may also wish to explore other visa options which will allow you to work in the UK.
Advice to applicants
Wed love to hear from you - if you are excited about this opportunity please complete our application form as soon as possible.
Tell us how your skills and experience relate to the requirements of this role by describing how you meet each of the essential and desirable criteria listed in the Person Specification section of the Job Description, and include specific examples wherever possible.
Once we have completed shortlisting we will let you know the outcome of your application by email, so please check your inbox for updates.
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