About this role
Company description:
We are a world class research-intensive university. We deliver teaching and learning of the highest quality. We play a leading role in economic, social and cultural development of the North East of England. Attracting and retaining high-calibre people is fundamental to our continued success.
Job description:
We have an exciting opportunity to join the NIHR Research Support Service Specialist Centre for Public Health as a Centre Administrator.
This is a key role in the Specialist Centre for Public Health. Reporting to the Senior Research Administrator, you will provide administrative support to this £22 million NIHR investment.
Our vision is to develop the infrastructure, capacity and capability to support practitioners and researchers to carry out high-quality public health research, outside the NHS, to produce robust evidence to improve population health and reduce health and care inequalities.
The successful candidate will be interested in working in a fast-paced and varied environment. As the Centre’s first point of contact, you will develop excellent working relationships with stakeholders across England. You must therefore be a confident communicator, with a passion for outstanding customer service. You will have a keen eye for detail, developing and implementing effective and efficient administrative systems. Excellent time management and organisational skills are essential, as well as the ability to manage a diverse workload.
To apply for the position, we will need your CV and a personal statement outlining how you are suitable for the role, using evidence to highlight how you meet the essential criteria as listed in the job description.
This is a full-time position, fixed term until 30th September 2028.
For more information and an informal discussion, please contact Laura Lewis, Senior Research Administrator [email protected]