BUCNI Administrator

Birkbeck, University of London, is seeking an Administrator for the Birkbeck-UCL Centre for Neuroimaging, a cross‑institutional MRI centre located at the heart of Bloomsbury, London. This role supports the activities of the centre and works across Birkbeck, UCL and a wider partner community.

Responsibilities:

• Monitor centre accounts at Birkbeck and UCL and provide financial reporting to the Director and the Steering Committee as required.
• Maintain and update the BUCNI website to keep the research community informed of developments.
• Manage scheduling, invoicing and organisation of MRI operator training and user training safety software.
• Oversee the online safety training system, including registration of new safety‑trained users, arranging refresher sessions (online and in person) and maintaining up‑to‑date records.
• Coordinate BUCNI weekly meetings, steering groups and monthly project presentations, while maintaining comprehensive records for ongoing and past projects, including ethics, project approval, hours, agreements and revisions.
• Assure scanner suite readiness, manage supplies, maintain console rooms and reception areas, and lead contractual obligations and entitlements relating to Siemens Healthcare.
• Coordinate service contract payments, maintenance visits and support tender and procurement activity for scanner replacement, upgrades and additional services/equipment.

The role requires flexibility, a proactive approach and the ability to work closely with the core BUCNI team, Director, Finance colleagues, suppliers and researchers to underpin high‑quality centre operations and safety.

Remuneration:

Salary ranges from £17,414 rising to £19,491 per annum (pro‑rated £34,827 to £38,981 for a full‑time equivalent). This is Grade 5 of the College’s London Pay Scale, which includes a consolidated London Weighting Allowance.

Benefits:

Competitive salary and pension scheme, 31 days paid leave, flexible working arrangements, generous benefits in the Higher Education sector and a central location in Bloomsbury, London.

Contract:

Permanent contract, part‑time (17.5 hours a week, 0.5 FTE). Working pattern to be agreed with the BUCNI Director.

Closing date: Sunday 5 July 2026. An enhanced DBS check is required.

EEO Statement:

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and particularly encourage those from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic communities to apply. The College is committed to improving the gender and ethnic diversity of its workforce, holds a bronze Athena SWAN award and operates Disability Confident & Mindful Employer schemes.