Applications are invited for an exciting new role of Research Grant Administrator within the School of the Humanities and Social Sciences. This is a varied post primarily dedicated to supporting research grant administration and research-related objectives in the Faculty of Economics, whilst also supporting other institutions across the School of the Humanities and Social Sciences as part of a wider, flexible team. The Faculty of Economics is world-leading, dynamic, and home to diverse portfolios of research activity. It is routinely found at the top of UK and world University ranking lists, maintaining cultures that expand understandings in a wide scope of specialisms. The Research Grant Administrator role is vital to the research objectives of both faculties and will play a major part in all aspects of research administration. Line managing one School Research Grant Assistant within the team, the Research Grant Administrator will: provide financial and administrative support across the full grants lifecycle to academic, research and administrative staff, enabling effective and efficient grant management. create and circulate accessible information about grant opportunities; work with relevant staff to support the development of grant applications and manage grants post-award, maximizing income and mitigating risk, using University systems such as X5 / Worktribe, CHRIS and CUFS. be an excellent communicator with the confidence to engage with a wide range of people and to be an effective team player with a flexible approach. possess high-level organization and prioritization skills, with the ability to take initiative and prioritize a varied workload to meet deadlines. provide advice and collaboratively support training and networking opportunities for other RGAs within the School. The successful applicant will join a team of experienced research grant personnel, working collaboratively across the School of the Humanities and Social Sciences. This is an exciting opportunity for both new and existing first-line managers; although experience in a research and first-line management role is advantageous, applications from individuals with transferable skills are welcome, as full training in research grant systems and processes will be provided, where required. This is a full-time role, based at the Faculty of Economics, with the opportunity to work remotely. Hours and working pattern can be discussed at interview. Closing date for Applications is Sunday 19th January 2025. Interviews will be held in the week commencing 3rd February 2025. Click the 'Apply' button below to register an account with our recruitment system and apply online. Informal enquiries about the role should be directed to: Daniel Starling, Senior School Research Grant Administrator, email: Daniel.Starlingadmin.cam.ac.uk If you have queries regarding the application process, please contact: Karin Kuchta, HR Coordinator, email: acdhradmin.cam.ac.uk Please quote reference AK44416 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy. The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society. The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.