Postgraduate Research Assistant

This Postgraduate Research Assistant role in the Not For Profit sector requires a well-organised individual with excellent secretarial and business support skills. The successful candidate will be responsible for administrative tasks, assisting in project management, and providing excellent service within a team-oriented environment.

Client Details

Our client is a renowned educational institution based in Manchester, recognised for its significant contributions to research and academia. With a large and diverse workforce, the institution takes pride in fostering a supportive and enriching environment for its employees.

Description

• To assist the delivery of funders' reporting activities.
• To generate bespoke correspondence, record replies and maintain accurate records as required.
• To assist with providing advice and guidance to supervisors and Postgraduate Researchers on appropriate use of project costs / RTSG accounts.
• To act as the first point of contact for Postgraduate Research operations at the Doctoral Academy front desk.
• To assist with the operational duties, required for event management
• To support with generic FSE related email inbox(es)
• To assist with specific tasks, as and when required

Profile

A successful Administrator should have:

• Excellent secretarial and administrative skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• High level of organisation and attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.

Job Offer

• An estimated hourly wage between £13.00 - £15.00 per hour.
• 35 hours per week.
• Based full-time on-site in Manchester City Centre.
• Comprehensive induction and training.
• Opportunities to contribute to impactful projects in the Not For Profit sector.
• A supportive team-oriented culture.
• A temporary role based in Manchester with potential for further opportunities.