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Financial Analyst - Research and Grants (Fixed term) (Internal Applicants only)

Thu, 14/03/2024 - 00:00

The Institute of Astronomy (IoA) is seeking a highly organized and proactive individual to join our Department as a Finance Analyst - Research and Grants. As the primary point of contact for research funding matters, you will play a crucial role in providing expert advice and guidance to our staff. Your responsibilities will encompass a wide range of financial activities related to research grants, including collaboration with other departments and the comprehensive management of research grants from application to post-award stages. Full training will be provided.

Key Responsibilities include:

  • Take the lead in coordinating costing and budgeting for complex research grant applications.
  • Provide clear and accurate advice to staff regarding funder requirements and research grant applications and management.
  • Develop effective systems and processes to monitor the funding of research projects.
  • Generate financial management reports and perform data analysis to provide regular updates on the status of research funding.
  • Identify and share relevant funding opportunities with researchers and academics within the Department.

Working to deadlines, high levels of accuracy and attention to detail is key to providing an efficient service in this friendly and welcoming department, who put excellence and wellbeing at the forefront. We are actively looking for candidates who possess prior experience in a financial role. It would be advantageous if you have also worked in a research grant administration capacity, utilising costing tools, financial systems, and spreadsheets. However, we are also keen to receive applications from candidates who are enthusiastic about expanding their skill set and are eager to learn the various facets of research grants administration. We would be fully supportive of considering applications from candidates with this enthusiasm as we will be able to provide role-specific training to support their development.

This position offers a competitive salary at Grade 5 (£29,605- £33,966), commensurate with the applicant's level of expertise and experience. This role is available to internal applicants only.

This role is based in the Institute's beautiful grounds in West Cambridge, and on confirmation of your appointment, the successful candidate will adopt the department's hybrid working model consisting of work at home and on-site alongside other members of the Professional Services Team.

Informal enquiries are welcomed and can be made by email to David Savidge, Deputy Departmental Administrator via email at: dsavidge@ast.cam.ac.uk. Any questions regarding the application process should be directed to the HR team at the Institute of Astronomy at: HR@ast.cam.ac.uk.

Fixed-term: The funds for this post are available until 30th September 2028 in the first instance.

Click the 'Apply' button below to register an account with our recruitment system (if you have not already) and apply online.

Closing Date: Friday, 29th March 2024 at 23:59 GMT

Interview Date: Week commencing 8th April 2024

Please ensure that you outline how you match the criteria for the post and why you are applying for this role on the online application form.

Please include details of your referees, including email address and phone number, one of which must be your most recent line manager.

Please quote reference LG36910 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.

The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.

Building Services Technician and Safety Coordinator

Tue, 20/02/2024 - 00:00

The Institute of Astronomy is seeking a proactive and motivated Building Services Technician and Safety Coordinator to play a crucial role in our facilities, building management and health and safety management. The successful candidate will be reliable, and will possess initiative to proactively manage their own time effectively

Key Responsibilities:

Undertake routine maintenance, improvement, and repair work on systems and equipment.

Collaborate with contractors and estates management staff to ensure the seamless operation of our facilities sitewide.

Act as Department Safety Officer and Department Fire Safety Officer, and advise on health and safety matters affecting the Institute.

Act as nominated security key holder for the department, with responsibility for the security of the department's buildings.

The successful candidate will have previous experience of facilities and / or building management, alongside health and safety management. Good communication and interpersonal skills are essential, with the ability to deal calmly and politely with staff, students, visitors and contractors at all levels. The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate factual and theoretical knowledge in custodial work and understand current Health and Safety legislation.

Strong organisation skills, high accuracy and a proficiency with IT are essential. Previous experience of working in a university, research or similar complex setting would be beneficial. Having prior first aid experience and a readiness to serve as a departmental first aider would be advantageous.

Click the 'Apply' button below to register an account with our recruitment system (if you have not already) and apply online.

Informal inquiries are welcomed and can be made by email to David Savidge, Deputy Departmental Administrator via email at: dsavidge@ast.cam.ac.uk. Any questions regarding the application process should be directed to the HR department at: HR@ast.cam.ac.uk.

Closing Date: 18th March 2024, 23:59 GMT

Interview Date: Week commencing 1 April 2024.

Please ensure that you outline how you match the criteria for the post, how you meet the behavioural attributes and why you are applying for this role on the online application form.

Please include details of 2 referees, including email address and phone number, one of which must be your most recent line manager

Please quote reference LG40524 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.

The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.