University Services
Research & Innovation Services
Economic Development Administrative Assistant
Vacancy Reference: 159232
Salary: UofG Grade 5, £26,038 - £30,505 per annum.
This post is full time (35 hours p/w) and open ended.
The University of Glasgow has been changing the world for more than 573 years, and today we are one of the world's top 100 universities. We are delighted to have been awarded Scottish University of the Year by the Times & Sunday Times Good University Guide 2024, demonstrating that we are not only one of the best universities in the United Kingdom, but one of the best universities for the world. Our people have always been at the forefront of innovation, and our past achievements inspire our current world changers.
This is a great opportunity for an Economic Development Administrative Assistant to join the University’s Research & Innovation Services.
In this role you will support the University of Glasgow’s Economic Development Directorate in managing the planning, coordination, liaison and administrative implementation of the activities necessary for the Directorate to deliver on its priorities – always ensuring high quality service provision.
This role will allow the successful candidate the opportunity to contribute to key strategic initiatives, such as the University’s economic development, infrastructure and civic impact agendas, and the implementation of our Innovation Strategy. The role will also provide for significant professional development.
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Closing Date: 4 December 2024
As part of Team UofG you will be a member of a world changing, inclusive community, which values ambition, excellence, integrity and curiosity.
As a valued member of our team, you can expect:
1 A warm welcoming and engaging organisational culture, where your talents are developed and nurtured, and success is celebrated and shared.
2 An excellent employment package with generous terms and conditions including 41 days of leave for full time staff, pension - pensions handbook benefits and discount packages.
3 A flexible approach to working.
4 A commitment to support your health and wellbeing, including a free 6-month UofG Sport membership for all new staff joining the University
We believe that we can only reach our full potential through the talents of all. Equality, diversity and inclusion are at the heart of our values. Applications are particularly welcome from across our communities and in particular people from the Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) community, and other protected characteristics who are under-represented within the University. Read more on how the University promotes and embeds all aspects of equality and diversity within our community
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