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Centre Coordinator for the Resource Efficiency Collective [Maternity Cover]

Assistant Staff

31 March 2026

Location

Cambridge

University of Cambridge

Type

Fixed-term Maternity Cover (until 31 March 2027)

Salary

£33,951-£39,906

Required Qualifications

Degree level or equivalent experience
Admin software expertise
Excellent organisational skills
HR, IT, finance management
Website curation & social media
Communication & interpersonal skills

Research Areas

Resource Efficiency
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Centre Coordinator for the Resource Efficiency Collective [Maternity Cover]

An exciting opportunity exists to join the Resource Efficiency Collective, led by Professor Jonathan Cullen, at the Department of Engineering's central Cambridge site.

The Centre Coordinator holds a senior administrative role within the team and is responsible for developing and maintaining the administrative policy and processes for the Resource Efficiency Collective to ensure the smooth running of research and teaching related activities. This involves managing project timelines and a budget, managing external partner networks, running workshop and conference events, assisting with bids for funding, and co-ordinating the group's HR and administrative processes.

Educated to degree level or an equivalent level of practical experience, you will have expertise in using various types of administration software as well as possess excellent organisational, communication and interpersonal skills. Previous administrative experience, including the use of systems to manage HR, IT, finances, communication, website curation and social media are essential requirements for this role.

Temporary cover: This is a maternity cover post which is fixed-term until 31 March 2027 or the return of the post holder, whichever is the earlier.

Applications are welcome from internal candidates who would like to apply for the role on the basis of a secondment from their current role in the University.

Click the 'Apply' button below to register an account with our recruitment system (if you have not already) and apply online.

The closing date for applications is Tuesday 31 March 2026. If you have any queries regarding either the vacancy or the application process, please contact the HR Office in the first instance on hr-office@eng.cam.ac.uk or 01223 332615.

Please quote reference NM49134 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

🎓What qualifications and skills are required for the Centre Coordinator role?

Candidates need to be educated to degree level or have equivalent practical experience. Essential skills include expertise in various administration software, excellent organisational, communication, and interpersonal skills. Previous experience managing HR, IT, finances, communication, website curation, and social media is required. Explore more on higher ed career advice or administration jobs.

📋What are the main responsibilities of this Centre Coordinator position?

The role involves developing and maintaining administrative policies and processes for the Resource Efficiency Collective. Key duties include managing project timelines and budgets, external partner networks, running workshops and conferences, assisting with funding bids, and coordinating HR and admin processes. This ensures smooth research and teaching activities. Check research jobs for similar roles.

Is this a permanent position, and what is the contract duration?

This is a maternity cover post, fixed-term until 31 March 2027 or the return of the post holder, whichever is earlier. Internal candidates can apply on a secondment basis from their current University role. View higher ed admin jobs for fixed-term opportunities.

📝How do I apply for this University of Cambridge Centre Coordinator job?

Click the 'Apply' button to register with the recruitment system and apply online. Quote reference NM49134 on your application. Closing date is 31 March 2026. Contact hr-office@eng.cam.ac.uk or 01223 332615 for queries. Internal secondments are welcome. Prepare with our free resume template.

💰What is the salary and location for this role?

The salary is £33,951-£39,906. The position is based at the Department of Engineering's central Cambridge site. The University supports equality, diversity, and inclusion and requires eligibility to live and work in the UK. See university salaries for comparisons.

🔬Does the role involve research or teaching support?

Yes, the Centre Coordinator supports the smooth running of research and teaching-related activities within the Resource Efficiency Collective, led by Professor Jonathan Cullen. Duties include event management and funding bids. Learn more via research jobs or the Further Particulars.
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