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Research and Innovation Office
Full time, Fixed Term until 28th February 2026
Loughborough University is an excellent place to work. We are ranked top ten in every national league table and hold a global reputation for research and sporting excellence. As a university, we are ambitious and proud of our research and innovation activities and are planning to grow in this area. We are currently recruiting for a Post Award Project Officer to join our Research and Innovation Support Team. In this role of a Post Award Project Officer, you will support the core process activities for post award activities from research awards through to ongoing financial management and project closure across all Loughborough University Schools and Departments. You will join a busy team that is tasked with delivering high volumes of work, accurately and often to tight deadlines. Therefore, we are looking for highly organised individuals, who are proactive, adaptable and have excellent attention to detail. Whilst experience in a similar role would be beneficial, full training and support will be provided.
This role is offered on a full-time and fixed-term contract basis until 28th of February 2026, on an Administrative Grade 5 starting salary of £28,879 per annum. In addition, we offer 22 days of annual leave, plus Bank Holidays and University closure days, family-friendly policies, hybrid dynamic working arrangements, fantastic on-campus and sports facilities, and many other benefits. For more information refer to the Job Description and Person Specification. Informal EnquiriesIf you have any questions about this role, please contact i.aslam@lboro.ac.uk
The closing date for receipt of applications is Sunday 13th of October Interviews will be held on Wednesday 23rd of October