Scypher Project Administrator

Contract type: Fixed-term for 12 months Are you interested in working for a world top University? We have an exciting opportunity in the Division of Clinical Medicine for a highly motivated individual who thrives in a collaborative working environment. In this varied and dynamic role, you will be responsible for organizing and managing the newly established Sheffield Children and Young People Health Research (SCYPHeR) Initiative, a joint collaboration between Sheffield Children’s Hospital, University of Sheffield and Sheffield Hallam University. You will work in a well-connected team with world-leading reputations in child health research. Educated to honours degree level or having equivalent experience, you will possess excellent communication and organisation skills. You should also have experience of developing and maintaining a network of contacts, which will allow you to deliver against SCYPHeR’s strategic objectives. The SCYPHeR initiative aims to build on crucial areas of child health research across Sheffield Children’s Hospital (SCH), Sheffield Hallam University (SHU) and the University of Sheffield (UoS) and bring together significant expertise to strengthen future funding bids. This will provide increased opportunities for grant income, joint PhDs, high research impact and publications. You will work closely with the SCYPHeR Initiative Directors and Steering Committee to coordinate and maintain the network with a high degree of autonomy. This role will allow you develop your project management skills and build strong connections in the clinical and academic research field. We’re one of the best not-for-profit organisations to work for in the UK. The University’s Total Reward Package includes a competitive salary, a generous Pension Scheme and annual leave entitlement, as well as access to a range of learning and development courses to support your personal and professional development. 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. This vacancy is part of a Fair Recruitment pilot scheme within the faculty. This is a positive action initiative which aims to improve staff diversity and to deliver an inclusive recruitment experience for all applicants. To find out what makes the University of Sheffield a remarkable place to work, watch this short film: www.youtube.com/watch?v=7LblLk18zmo, and follow @sheffielduni and @ShefUniJobs on Twitter for more information. Apply now by clicking on the Apply button located near the top of your screen.