Research Grants Administrator

3 days ago


Cambridge, United Kingdom University of Cambridge Full time

The Cavendish Laboratory is the home of the Department of Physics at the University of Cambridge and 2025 marks the start of a new era for us as we moved into our brand new home, the Ray Dolby Centre. This state of the art facility is purpose-built for our world-leading research programmes and will provide National Facilities for all HEIs and commercial partners, sharing equipment and expertise.

This is a varied post which requires excellent organisational skills and attention to detail, alongside the ability to prioritise and to work under pressure to meet deadlines. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential, as well as a proactive approach to problem solving. You should also be able to demonstrate advanced knowledge of Research Grants Administration with excellent IT skills.

Interviews are scheduled to take place on Tuesday 14 October 2025.

The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.

**Key information**:
**Department/location**:
Department of Physics

**Salary**:
£33,951-£39,906

**Reference**:
KA47315

**Category**:
Assistant staff

**Date published**:
17 September 2025

**Closing date**:
5 October 2025



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