At a Glance
- Tasks: Support a leading researcher with admin tasks and project coordination.
- Company: Join the Great British Chemicals team at top UK universities.
- Benefits: Part-time hours, flexible work environment, and valuable experience in research.
- Other info: Opportunity for career growth in a dynamic academic setting.
- Why this job: Be part of groundbreaking chemistry projects and enhance your organisational skills.
- Qualifications: A-levels or equivalent experience, plus strong Microsoft Office skills.
The predicted salary is between 29740 - 36446 £ per year.
Area: Chemistry
Location: University Park
Salary: £29,740 to £36,446
Closing Date: Monday 29 June 2026
Reference: SCI
The newly founded centre, Great British Chemicals, co‑led by the University of Sheffield, University of Nottingham and Newcastle University, is looking for an executive assistant to support Nottingham’s GBC lead and Principal Investigator Professor Mike George, based in the School of Chemistry. The team is looking for a proactive and highly organised executive assistant to support coordinating activities between Professor Mike George and partners to ensure good communication and delivery of research projects.
Responsibilities
- Provide essential administrative and financial support to the Principal Investigator and project team.
- Manage schedules, prepare reports, and assist with document preparation for the Principal Investigator.
- Organise logistics including travel bookings for Professor George and other members of the research group, as well as booking venues, sending agendas, and managing meeting reminders.
- Support communication with external stakeholders, gather and summarise feedback from project partners in response to requests and follow up with partners to ensure timely and complete responses.
- Keep up‑to‑date knowledge of relevant systems and processes.
This is a part‑time position, with working hours 18 hours per week for a fixed term ending 31st July 2032. The role is available to start immediately.
Qualifications
- Good working knowledge of the use of Microsoft Office packages including Word, PowerPoint and Excel.
- Excellent customer service skills, with experience of responding efficiently and effectively to in‑person, phone, and email enquiries from a range of partners.
- Experience of developing and maintaining a network of contacts throughout own work area.
- Experience of adapting own skills to new circumstances.
- Qualified to A level standard, or equivalent experience in a similar role.
Requests for secondment from internal candidates will be considered on the basis that prior agreement has been sought from both your current line manager and the manager of your substantive post, if you are already undertaking a secondment role.
Please contact Professor Mike George if you have further questions about this role. Applications sent directly to this email address will not be accepted.
Executive Assistant (Fixed term, Part-time) in Nottingham employer: University Of Nottingham
Joining the Great British Chemicals team at the University of Nottingham offers a unique opportunity to work in a collaborative and innovative environment dedicated to advancing research in chemistry. As an executive assistant, you will benefit from a supportive work culture that values proactive communication and teamwork, while also enjoying flexible part-time hours that promote a healthy work-life balance. With access to professional development opportunities and the chance to engage with leading academics and external partners, this role is perfect for those seeking meaningful employment in a prestigious academic setting.
