Research Support Officer

Contract Type: Fixed-term for 12 months to cover maternity leave We are seeking to appoint a professional and proactive administrator who is able to provide high quality, customer focussed Research Support (primarily pre-award) to our Research Support team within the Faculty of Health. Reporting to a Research Hub Manager(s) you will be an integral member of a Faculty Research Support hub working across schools and divisions.  You will work with a team of colleagues to deliver high quality research administration to academics, researchers and professional services colleagues. Your core responsibilities will be split into four areas: research grant support (including understanding funding calls and drafting costings) research governance administration updating and maintaining research information systems providing administrative support to the Research Support hub and wider Faculty Hubs There is one full time position available within the Faculty of Medicine.  We are committed to exploring flexible working opportunities which benefit the individual and University, therefore, we would consider flexible delivery of the role subject to meeting the business needs of the post. What We Offer: Up to 38 days annual leave (pro-rated for part-time staff, including closure days and Bank Holidays), with the possibility to purchase up to ten additional days. Up to 5 days of paid time off to cover emergency caring responsibilities. A commitment to work life balance including, flexible working opportunities and hybrid working where possible. A highly competitive pension scheme. Discounts at participating shops and cinemas, and a cycle to work scheme. A commitment to your development, with programmes, learning modules and mentoring schemes. An inclusive and diverse workplace. A commitment to your wellbeing, with confidential emotional support, support for those going through the menopause, experiencing fertility treatment and having a baby, paid leave for IVF treatment and more. Further information can be found at https://www.sheffield.ac.uk/jobs/benefits We are committed to exploring flexible working opportunities which benefit the individual and University. We build teams of people from different heritages and lifestyles from across the world, whose talent and contributions complement each other to greatest effect. We believe diversity in all its forms delivers greater impact through research, teaching and student experience. Apply now by clicking on the Apply button located at the top of your screen.