Department Office Administrator in Oxford

Department Office Administrator in Oxford

Oxford Full-Time 37338 - 37338 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Corehr

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Support the Biology Department with administrative tasks and enhance research collaboration.
  • Company: Join the prestigious University of Oxford, a hub of academic excellence.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, inclusive environment, and opportunities for personal growth.
  • Other info: Great career development opportunities in a supportive workplace.
  • Why this job: Be part of a vibrant community that values diversity and innovation.
  • Qualifications: Strong organisational skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

The predicted salary is between 37338 - 37338 £ per year.

Life and Mind Building, South Parks Road, Oxford, OX1 3EL

About the role

The Biology Department seeks a Department Office Administrator to join the busy Department Office team. The Department of Biology is structured into research sections that bring together staff with shared scientific interests. These sections are designed to strengthen research excellence, foster collaboration, and support a vibrant, interdisciplinary research community. The Department Office Administrators assist the senior academic management team and the Head of Administration and Finance as well as providing general administrative support for the Department Office and the research sections.

About you

We are looking for a highly organised individual with excellent attention to detail, strong administrative and numeracy skills, and confidence working to deadlines. The ideal candidate will be proficient in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint, with experience in workflow automation (e.g., Power Automate) and routine financial administration. You should be comfortable working within established processes while identifying opportunities for improvement, and demonstrate a strong commitment to equality, diversity, inclusion, and wellbeing.

Equal Opportunity

The University of Oxford is committed to equal opportunity, and to being a place where everyone belongs and is supported to succeed. We recognise how the diversity of our community enriches our ability to deliver on our academic mission. We welcome applications from individuals from all backgrounds, including those under-represented within higher education. No applicant or members of staff shall be unlawfully discriminated against on the basis of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.

Salary (£): Grade 5: £32,108‑£37,338 per annum with a discretionary range of up to £40,514. This is inclusive of an Oxford University Weighting.

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We think you need these skills to ace Department Office Administrator in Oxford

Organisational Skills
Attention to Detail
Administrative Skills
Numeracy Skills
Proficiency in Word
Proficiency in Excel
Proficiency in PowerPoint