UHI North, West and Hebrides is one of ten academic partners and research centres that make up UHI. This unique partnership allows us to deliver further and higher education programmes at our 19 campuses and centres across the North and West Highlands, Skye and the Outer Hebrides. To support our work, we are recruiting for the following role:
Research Grants, Contracts & Finance Coordinator
Reference no. NWH GCF 01
Salary range
Duration Open-ended subject to funding and probationary
Working hours 35 hours per week, full-time
Location Thurso
Closing Date 12pm, Thursday 11th December 2025
Position: We are seeking a Research Grants, Contracts and Finance Coordinator, to be based at our Thurso campus.
Responsibilities: The post holders will lead the management of externally funded grants and contracts, ensuring funding rules, university policies and legal requirements are adhered to. You will provide financial and operational support to the Research and Knowledge Exchange department and work with the team to secure and manage projects from start to finish.
Qualifications, Experience and Skills: The suitable candidates will hold a qualification in Business Administration, Finance, Research Administration or related field. You should have a minimum of 3 years’ experience in grants and contracts administration, have knowledge of public and private funding regulations and have strong analytical and financial management skills. Participation in large multi-partner projects and practical knowledge of the UHI and UHI NWH practices, processes and procedures relevant to the role would be advantageous.
A level of Gaelic ability would be advantageous to your application.
Benefits of working for us:
* 45 days annual leave per year (pro rata for part-time staff)
* Local Government Pension Scheme (Highland Council)
* 10% Membership Discount at Highlife Highland
* Occupational sick pay scheme and family friendly leave provisions
* Staff Support and Employee Assistance Programmes
* Employment Benefits Scheme including lifestyle savings and Cycle to Work Scheme
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