At a Glance
- Tasks: Support research activities and enhance the postgraduate experience through administration and coordination.
- Company: A supportive faculty committed to research excellence and student success.
- Benefits: Professional development opportunities, inclusive environment, and meaningful contributions to research.
- Other info: Diverse applicants are encouraged to apply for this impactful role.
- Why this job: Be a key player in improving research processes and supporting postgraduate students.
- Qualifications: Strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and excellent communication abilities.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
We are seeking an organised and proactive Research and Innovation Assistant to support the postgraduate research (PGR) experience across the Faculty. Working closely with the Research and Innovation Coordinator and wider colleagues, you will help to administer high‑quality, consistent processes that underpin research activity, ethics, funding bids and PGR student lifecycle activities.
This is a varied role that requires strong attention to detail, excellent communication skills and a commitment to high levels of customer service for staff, students and external stakeholders. The postholder will provide comprehensive administrative and operational support across research and PGR activities, including admissions and annual progress monitoring, ethics approvals, research funding bids, staff conference applications and budget monitoring.
You will support Faculty committees and working groups by preparing papers, servicing meetings, taking accurate minutes and tracking actions. This role suits someone who is keen to contribute to the continuous improvement of processes, act as a key point of contact for queries, and ensure policies and procedures are applied consistently.
In return, we offer a supportive environment that values professional development, inclusivity and continuous improvement, where your work will make a meaningful contribution to research excellence and postgraduate student success. We encourage applications from a diverse range of applicants.
Research and Innovation Assistant employer: University of Chester
As a Research and Innovation Assistant, you will thrive in a supportive environment that prioritises professional development and inclusivity. Our commitment to continuous improvement ensures that your contributions will directly impact research excellence and the success of postgraduate students. Located within a dynamic faculty, you will enjoy a collaborative work culture that values your input and fosters growth opportunities.
