"REF Coordinator (Fixed Term) (Internal candidates only)"

REF Coordinator (Fixed Term) (Internal candidates only)

The Opportunity

The University of Cambridge is a world-leading institution renowned for excellence in research, education, and scholarship. With over 14,000 staff, we are committed to creating an inclusive, dynamic workplace that enables our people to thrive.

As the Higher Education sector prepares for REF2029, this role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute directly to the University's submission from within the School of Clinical Medicine and one of the world's most prestigious academic environments.

As a highly organised and detail-focused coordinator, you will support the REF academic leads and the REF Manager in delivering against the multiple assessed elements of the REF2029 submission. You will assist with data gathering, evidence compilation, and stakeholder engagement, working collaboratively across the School and 3 large Units of Assessment.

About You

You will bring strong administrative and organisational skills to this fast-paced role, with a proactive approach and the ability to manage a varied and demanding workload. You will be comfortable working both independently and as part of a collaborative team, engaging confidently with senior academics and professional colleagues across the University.

This position offers an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their career in higher education administration within a high-profile, time-critical project.

Essential Skills and Experience

• Knowledge and experience of the REF2029 process and associated University policies and procedures
• Familiarity with Cambridge REF-related systems
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with senior academics and researchers at all levels
• Experience of supporting Senior University Committees

Informal Enquiries

For further information about this opportunity, please contact Jackie Hall at jh514@medschl.cam.ac.uk

Fixed-term: The funds for this post are available until 30 September 2028 in the first instance.

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Please ensure that you outline how you match the criteria for the post and why you are applying for this role on the online application form.

Please include details of your referees, including email address and phone number, one of which must be your most recent line manager.

Please quote reference RA49183 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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Key information

Department/location

Office of the School of Clinical Medicine

Salary

£33,951-£39,906

Reference

RA49183

Category

Assistant staff

Date published

23 March 2026

Closing date

6 April 2026

Download further information

• Further Particulars (RA49183)