Salary
Grade 6 (£32,363 - £39,132 per annum, pro rata for part-time)
Basis
Full time
Job category/type
Administrative and support, Professional and managerial
Date posted
18/09/2025
Job reference
R7954
Fixed term ending 04 January 2030, 37 hours per week
Part-time hours of 0.75 FTE hours) or above may be considered
We have an exciting opportunity for a Project Officer for the Leverhulme funded Amplification Project, exploring research into the contribution of amplification and related technologies to musical cultures.
As Leverhulme Professorship Project Officer, you will play a pivotal role in supporting the Amplification Project administratively. Working with the Leverhulme International Professor and 6 Research Fellows, you will have responsibility for providing dedicated support to the project. This includes working with the staff involved to ensure the smooth and efficient running of the project. You will manage project finances, arrange travel, flights, expenses and accommodation, help with project management and arrangements, as well as organise events. You will also support the project's online presence by posting updates to its social media channels and/or website.
Educated to degree level or with relevant experience gained in a similar role, you will bring substantial administrative expertise and be able to demonstrate a broad range of office skills. Strong organisational abilities and excellent interpersonal skills are essential. You will also have proficient IT skills, including experience with Microsoft Word, Outlook, Teams, and Excel. Additionally, you will have experience supporting event organisation and be confident in taking minutes at meetings.
We offer an excellent employment package including hybrid working, blending a mix of remote and on-campus working (dependent on work duties).
The University is deeply committed to equality and diversity for all its students and staff. We seek to be diverse and inclusive, supporting individuals and groups to fulfil their potential and nurture a sense of belonging. We strive to be an accessible, inclusive employer, removing barriers for all. Find out more about our approach to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion, including our commitments and accreditations as a Disability Confident Employer, Stonewall Gold Award holder and Top 100 Employer, Athena SWAN Bronze Award holder and Race Equality Charter Bronze Award holder.
Informal enquiries are welcome to Professor Steve Waksman via email:
If you are a current student at the University, you are welcome to apply for part-time roles of 16 hours or less per week, unless you are a part-time postgraduate student, in which case you can also apply for full time roles, subject to any visa requirements.
For more information, please download the recruitment pack.