Administrator (Research Office)
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 21 Tachwedd 2025 |
|---|---|
| Cyflog: | £25,804 i £26,707 bob blwyddyn, pro rata |
| Gwybodaeth ychwanegol am y cyflog: | £10,321 to £10,682 pro rata |
| Oriau: | Rhan Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 04 Rhagfyr 2025 |
| Lleoliad: | York, North Yorkshire |
| Gweithio o bell: | Ar y safle yn unig |
| Cwmni: | York St John University |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | 197-25 |
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Part time permanent
Location: York
Salary: £25,804 to £26,707 per annum (£10,321 to £10,682 pro rata)
Introduction to YSJ University
Situated in the heart of the historic city of York, and with the recent addition of our new London Campus, York St John University has a long and proud tradition as a distinguished higher education provider.
Our success is founded on the quality of academic teaching and research, our thriving campus environments, our professional and pastoral support, and our values of an inclusive, innovative and ambitious community with a strong sense of belonging.
The Team
Our success is founded on the quality of academic teaching and research, our thriving campus environments, our professional and pastoral support, and our values of an inclusive, innovative and ambitious community with a strong sense of belonging.
The Research Office offers central professional support to all academic staff in the university. You will be working in a small friendly team of research officers and academic staff.
The Role
The post holder will support Heads of School, School Research and Knowledge Transfer Leads, the Head of Research Office and PGR School Manager, as well as all academic staff and students in aspects of the University’s activities as defined in the job description.
The post holder will work closely with other members of the Research Office to support the delivery of the University’s Framework for Research and Innovation and the attainment of research objectives embedded in the University’s strategy. The Research Administrator is responsible for general administration within the office.
Key Requirements
The post holder will need to demonstrate comprehensive experience of working with Microsoft Office applications including Word and Excel. Experience in the development, enhancement and documentation of administrative systems and procedure, along with the experience of providing advice and guidance to academic and administrative colleagues at all levels in a university or organisation of similar scale and complexity.
The successful candidate will have a passion for research and in particular supporting our staff with excellent customer service.
For informal enquiries please contact Emily Smith (e.smith2@yorksj.ac.uk)
In addition to a competitive salary, YSJ employees enjoy access to a superb range of benefits including –
Generous annual leave entitlement (plus additional leave days during our Christmas closure period)
Pension scheme
Health cash plan
Training and development
Discounts at a range of local companies, including shops, cafes and restaurants.
The University is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community – a place where we can all be ourselves. We offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, staff networks and a multi-faith space to support staff from different background
As part of our commitment to providing an inclusive working environment, consideration is given to all requests for job share or flexible working arrangements.
Please note that CVs are not accepted in place of the application form.
Interviews may take place remotely via Microsoft Teams. Further guidance will be provided to candidates who progress to interview stage.
Please note that this vacancy may close early if a large volume of applications are received to ensure that we can meet the above timescales. Any applications currently in progress at this time will be notified and given the opportunity to complete their application prior to closure.
Additional Information
For informal queries, please contact Emily Smith, PGR School Manager, e.smith2@yorksj.ac.uk
It is anticipated that the selection process will include an interview. Further details will be provided if you are shortlisted for interview.
Unfortunately this role is not eligible for Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship however we welcome your application if you are able to evidence right to work in the UK via an alternative route.
We offer a range of family friendly and inclusive policies and facilities and welcome applications from individuals from underrepresented backgrounds. As part of our commitment to providing an inclusive working environment, consideration is given to all requests for job share or flexible working arrangements.
This vacancy is scheduled to close on the date indicated at the bottom of this advert, but we may close earlier if we receive a high level of applications.
Application process support
We are keen to support you throughout the recruitment process. Before starting your application please refer to the attached candidate application form guidance below which provides advice about completing the application process.
Closing Date - Thursday 04 December 2025 at midnight
Provisional Interview Date - Tuesday 16 December 2025
Location: York
Salary: £25,804 to £26,707 per annum (£10,321 to £10,682 pro rata)
Introduction to YSJ University
Situated in the heart of the historic city of York, and with the recent addition of our new London Campus, York St John University has a long and proud tradition as a distinguished higher education provider.
Our success is founded on the quality of academic teaching and research, our thriving campus environments, our professional and pastoral support, and our values of an inclusive, innovative and ambitious community with a strong sense of belonging.
The Team
Our success is founded on the quality of academic teaching and research, our thriving campus environments, our professional and pastoral support, and our values of an inclusive, innovative and ambitious community with a strong sense of belonging.
The Research Office offers central professional support to all academic staff in the university. You will be working in a small friendly team of research officers and academic staff.
The Role
The post holder will support Heads of School, School Research and Knowledge Transfer Leads, the Head of Research Office and PGR School Manager, as well as all academic staff and students in aspects of the University’s activities as defined in the job description.
The post holder will work closely with other members of the Research Office to support the delivery of the University’s Framework for Research and Innovation and the attainment of research objectives embedded in the University’s strategy. The Research Administrator is responsible for general administration within the office.
Key Requirements
The post holder will need to demonstrate comprehensive experience of working with Microsoft Office applications including Word and Excel. Experience in the development, enhancement and documentation of administrative systems and procedure, along with the experience of providing advice and guidance to academic and administrative colleagues at all levels in a university or organisation of similar scale and complexity.
The successful candidate will have a passion for research and in particular supporting our staff with excellent customer service.
For informal enquiries please contact Emily Smith (e.smith2@yorksj.ac.uk)
In addition to a competitive salary, YSJ employees enjoy access to a superb range of benefits including –
Generous annual leave entitlement (plus additional leave days during our Christmas closure period)
Pension scheme
Health cash plan
Training and development
Discounts at a range of local companies, including shops, cafes and restaurants.
The University is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community – a place where we can all be ourselves. We offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, staff networks and a multi-faith space to support staff from different background
As part of our commitment to providing an inclusive working environment, consideration is given to all requests for job share or flexible working arrangements.
Please note that CVs are not accepted in place of the application form.
Interviews may take place remotely via Microsoft Teams. Further guidance will be provided to candidates who progress to interview stage.
Please note that this vacancy may close early if a large volume of applications are received to ensure that we can meet the above timescales. Any applications currently in progress at this time will be notified and given the opportunity to complete their application prior to closure.
Additional Information
For informal queries, please contact Emily Smith, PGR School Manager, e.smith2@yorksj.ac.uk
It is anticipated that the selection process will include an interview. Further details will be provided if you are shortlisted for interview.
Unfortunately this role is not eligible for Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship however we welcome your application if you are able to evidence right to work in the UK via an alternative route.
We offer a range of family friendly and inclusive policies and facilities and welcome applications from individuals from underrepresented backgrounds. As part of our commitment to providing an inclusive working environment, consideration is given to all requests for job share or flexible working arrangements.
This vacancy is scheduled to close on the date indicated at the bottom of this advert, but we may close earlier if we receive a high level of applications.
Application process support
We are keen to support you throughout the recruitment process. Before starting your application please refer to the attached candidate application form guidance below which provides advice about completing the application process.
Closing Date - Thursday 04 December 2025 at midnight
Provisional Interview Date - Tuesday 16 December 2025
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