Job Title: Academic Excellence Executive Assistant School/Department: School of Medicine Salary: £28,778 - £32,097 Closing Date: 28 September 2025 Reference Number: 038247 Campus: Derry-Londonderry (Full-time/Permanent) - ABOUT US - We are a university with a national and international reputation for excellence, innovation and regional engagement, making a major contribution to the economic, social and cultural development of Northern Ireland. Our core business activities are teaching and learning, widening access to education, research and innovation, and technology and knowledge transfer. - THE ROLE - As a key member of the School/Faculty Team, the role will support Academic Excellence in its broadest sense, as directed by the pressures/demands of the school and faculties at varying periods throughout the academic year. The role holder will provide a comprehensive and professional support service to the Faculty/School leadership teams. The role holder will be involved in undertaking project work, analysis and research under three broad headings: Teaching, Placement and Assessment Support. However, while the main focus may be on one of these workstreams (assessment), the focus may change according to the stage in the academic cycle. - ABOUT YOU - - Good standard of numeracy and literacy, either by qualification or work-related activities - Evidence of IT Literacy by qualifications, professional recognition or by relevant work experience - Experience of supporting at least one of the following areas within a higher education (or similar) context: quality assurance; academic audits; inspection by accrediting bodies; examinations & results; pursuit of excellence in teaching & research Please find our employee benefits on our website. Ulster University holds a Silver Athena SWAN Award in recognition of our commitment to advancing Gender equality. You can read more about what this means on our University website. The University has a range of initiatives to support a family friendly working environment, including flexible working. The University is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants from all sections of the community, particularly from those with disabilities. Appointment will be made on merit.