"Research Support Officer (80792-0126)"

Research Support Officer (80792-0126)

University of Warwick - RIS

About the Role

This is an exciting opportunity to join an established team, within Research & Impact Services.

The Research Support Officer is a varied role that extends across research applications and contracts, involving the costing and submission of bids, negotiation of contracts and the co-ordination of internal approval processes.

The role will not only appeal to someone working in a research support environment but also to individuals who have keen interest in seeking to begin a career in this professional services area.

Informal Queries

For informal queries about the role, please contact Helena White, Head of Research Support, at h.white.4@warwick.ac.uk

About You

Successful candidates will have a good honours degree (or equivalent), the proven ability to work across a high-volume portfolio, and a genuine interest in supporting researchers to achieve their funding goals.

You must have highly developed IT and numerical skills and the ability to do calculations, manipulate and present financial data using spreadsheets. You will have the ability to communicate, negotiate and influence effectively, at all levels, creating professional relationships.

We are seeking a highly motivated, committed, effective and supportive team member, able to work flexibly and creatively, and quickly and accurately when under pressure, working to tight deadlines.

For further information regarding the skills required for this role please see the personal specification section of the attached job description.

Closing Deadline: Tuesday 7th April 2026 at 11:55pm (UK Time)

Full details of the duties and selection criteria for this role can be found in the vacancy advert on the University of Warwick's jobs pages.