Grants Administrator

Newcastle University - Research & Innovation

Location: Newcastle upon Tyne

Salary: £27,319 to £29,588 per annum.

Hours: Full Time

Contract Type: Permanent

Placed On: 26th February 2026

Closes: 19th March 2026

Job Ref: 29132

We are a world class research-intensive university. We deliver teaching and learning of the highest quality. We play a leading role in economic, social and cultural development of the North East of England. Attracting and retaining high-calibre people is fundamental to our continued success.

The Role

Based within the Grants and Contracts Team in Research & Innovation, this role is responsible for supporting the processing of research funding applications, internal approvals through NUProjects, and the receipt of awards and subsequent project amendments. You will play a key role in supporting the team to deliver a prompt, efficient, and high-quality service in securing external research funding.

You will support both clinical and non-clinical research projects and will work closely with academic colleagues and research support teams across the faculties as well as others within the immediate team and wider research system.

The post holder will provide guidance and support to Academics, Research Support Teams, and Central Services, and will contribute significantly to the processing of research funding awards, and the timely set-up of research accounts.

Key responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Advising on the processes to be followed when submitting research funding applications and accepting funding awards.
• Providing guidance on funder terms and conditions.
• Ensuring internal approvals are completed via NUProjects.
• Facilitating the efficient set-up of research accounts.
• Assisting with administrative tasks related to research contracting.

For Informal enquiries about the role please contact Carol Huntley carol.huntley@ncl.ac.uk.