Research Support Officer

University of Huddersfield - Research and Innovation (RI) Directorate

Placed On: 13th April 2026
Closes: 30th April 2026
Job Ref: R8105

Research & Innovation
£32,363 - £39,132 per annum
Permanent
37 hours per week

We have an exciting opportunity for a Research Support Officer to join the University’s Research and Innovation (RI) Directorate.

The Research Support Officer provides research administrative support for key initiatives within Research and Innovation Services, including support to colleagues across the department in co-ordinating funding enquiries, funding opportunities, training and development opportunities for staff and on-going project management.

The role will provide professional project support to academics throughout the full project lifecycle, from costing support, maximising grant funding awarded and ensuring compliance with funding guidelines from point of application, through award and with post project closedown.

You will have experience of project administration within the Higher Education research funding environment, along with demonstrable knowledge of funding body audit requirements.

With a degree or equivalent qualification in a finance related subject, or significant demonstrable experience, you will have excellent organisational and interpersonal skills, together with the ability to work to strict deadlines and meet targets.

You will also have excellent IT skills, including Microsoft Word, Outlook, Teams and advanced Excel.

We offer an excellent employment package, including hybrid working, blending a mix of remote and on-campus working (dependent on work duties).

The University is deeply committed to equality and diversity for all its students and staff. We seek to be diverse and inclusive, supporting individuals and groups to fulfil their potential and nurture a sense of belonging. We strive to be an accessible, inclusive employer, removing barriers for all. Find out more about our approach to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion, including our commitments and accreditations as a Disability Confident Employer, Stonewall Gold Award holder and Top 100 Employer, Athena SWAN Bronze Award holder and Race Equality Charter Bronze Award holder.

Informal enquiries are welcome to Nicola Johnson via email: N.Johnson@hud.ac.uk

Closing date: 30th April 2026

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