Postgraduate Research Assistant

3 weeks ago


Manchester, United Kingdom Page Personnel Sales Full time

About Our Client

Our client is a renowned educational institution based in Manchester, recognised for its significant contributions to research and academia. With a large and diverse workforce, the institution takes pride in fostering a supportive and enriching environment for its employees.

Job Description

  • To assist the delivery of funders' reporting activities.
  • To generate bespoke correspondence, record replies and maintain accurate records as required.
  • To assist with providing advice and guidance to supervisors and Postgraduate Researchers on appropriate use of project costs / RTSG accounts.
  • To act as the first point of contact for Postgraduate Research operations at the Doctoral Academy front desk.
  • To assist with the operational duties, required for event management
  • To support with generic FSE related email inbox(es)
  • To assist with specific tasks, as and when required

The Successful Applicant

A successful Administrator should have:

  • Excellent secretarial and administrative skills.
  • Proficiency in MS Office Suite.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • High level of organisation and attention to detail.
  • Ability to work effectively as part of a team.

What's on Offer

  • An estimated hourly wage between £13.00 - £15.00 per hour.
  • 35 hours per week.
  • Based full-time on-site in Manchester City Centre.
  • Comprehensive induction and training.
  • Opportunities to contribute to impactful projects in the Not For Profit sector.
  • A supportive team-oriented culture.
  • A temporary role based in Manchester with potential for further opportunities.


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