Research Administrator

University of Bradford - Institute of Health and Social Care

Placed On: 3rd March 2026
Closes: 23rd March 2026
Job Ref: HR0194559-3

Fixed Term till 31/01/2030
Part Time
Closing Date: Monday 23 March 2026
Interview Date: To be confirmed

At the University of Bradford, our focus is on creating the conditions for social, cultural, and economic impact. We are committed to social inclusion. Our work to expand opportunity and enable students to reach their potential, has led to us topping the Social Mobility Index of English universities for the last four years. Our University Strategy sets out our ambitions for 2025, which we will achieve by using our proud heritage as a springboard and remaining steadfast in our commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion.

Safeguarding
The University of Bradford is committed to safeguarding, protecting and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and Adults at Risk through robust safer recruitment practices.

Faculty
In the Institute of Health and Social Care, we strive to develop new models of health and social care delivery, health promotion and technology-enabled treatment models. Our strong track record in health research is demonstrated through successful partnerships with healthcare organisations and industries. We are also a major provider of expert practitioners to the UK and global healthcare sector. Find out more about the Institute

What you will be doing:

• Provide high-quality administrative support to Principal Investigator and wider research team.
• Manage diaries, meetings, and events, including travel arrangements.
• Service meetings and working groups (agenda preparation, minute-taking, follow-up actions).
• Handle sensitive correspondence with discretion and confidentiality.

Qualifications/ experience:

• 5 GCSEs at A*–C including English and Maths (or equivalent experience).
• Strong experience using Windows-based software (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Experience servicing committee meetings and managing complex administrative tasks.
• Ability to prioritise workload, meet deadlines, and maintain accuracy.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Celebrating Diversity – The University of Bradford
At the University of Bradford, we recognise and embrace people that work in diverse ways so if you need any adjustments to our recruitment process, please speak to the recruitment team who will be happy to support you.

In Return we Offer:

• 25 days holiday and 13 statutory and customary days (taken at Easter and Christmas).
• Family-friendly policies
• Unique fitness centre
• Eye clinic
• Physiotherapy & sports rehabilitation,
• Counselling & mental health services
• On site nursery
• Food & drink outlets
• Generous employer contribution pension schemes - https://www.wypf.org.uk/
• Generous benefit schemes, including car leasing, cycle to work, holiday purchase, home & technology scheme and shopping discounts

Find more information about the many other benefits, including salary sacrifice schemes and campus nursery.

Additional Information:
If you would like to find out more or are interested in applying, please contact Lindsey Collins at l.collins3@bradford.ac.uk.