Research Grants Coordinator

Imperial College London - Faculty of Medicine Centre

Location: South Kensington

About the role:

An exciting opportunity has arisen in the Joint Research Office for an enthusiastic and well-organised Research Grants Coordinator to coordinate a portfolio of research grants within the faculty of medicine. This varied and interesting role will focus on providing effective and efficient support to our customers, both internally and externally, and you will be responsible for ensuring the accurate reconciliation of awards and assisting with the preparation of financial statements and account reviews. You will have line management responsibility for Research Grant Officers, who will support your work by carrying out post award administration duties to meet the requirements of the variety of funding bodies we work closely with across the UK, Europe and Internationally.

What you would be doing:

You will take an active project management approach to the portfolio of projects you are coordinating, developing good working collaborations with your peers and team members, supervising progress against financial and reporting dashboards, and will act as a source of expertise and advice to our stakeholders. The ability to work across several concurrent projects is crucial and you will be encouraged to support the other Finance and Departmental Teams in the preparation and facilitation of financial expenditure statements and audit administration.

In addition, you will also be fully responsible for the review, costing and financial approval of research-funded staffing appointments on research accounts, working closely with HR and the divisions to ensure accurate and detailed control of the budgets.

The role is key to the success and financial performance of the College, and you will demonstrate your ability to form effective working relationships with staff at all levels within and outside the College, coordinating workflow, giving advice and direction on more the complex queries and account related issues.

What we are looking for:

• Substantial Experience in Post Award Administration in Higher Education Sector, including UK and Foreign currency awards.
• Leading the coordination and preparation of financial reporting and audit processes for European Commission and NIH awards, ensuring full compliance.
• Experience of working in research and finance administration.
• Experience of staff supervision in Higher Education
• Experience of costing staff and approving contracts
• A sound knowledge of research grants and contracts within the Higher Education sector.
• A sound knowledge of the lifecycle of awards and contracts from start-to-end.
• Accounting skills.
• Competent with Microsoft Office applications and SharePoint.

Please see Job description for full list of requirements.

What we can offer you:

• The opportunity to continue your career at a world-leading institution and be part of our mission to continue science for humanity
• Benefit from sector-leading salary and remuneration package (including 39 days off a year and generous pension schemes)
• Get access to a range of workplace benefits including a flexible working policy from day 1, generous family leave packages, on-site leisure facilities and a cycle-to-work scheme
• Interest-free season ticket loan schemes for travel
• Be part of a diverse, inclusive, and collaborative work culture with various staff networks and resources designed to support your personal and professional wellbeing.

Further Information

This post is full-time and open-ended based at South Kensington Campus.

Hybrid working - 40%-60% onsite.

Should you require any further details on the role please contact: Priya Sutharssan (p.sutharssan@imperial.ac.uk)