Research Grants and Finance Coordinator
Joining the MRC Epidemiology Unit presents an excellent opportunity to become part of a small, friendly team dedicated to supporting the administration of research grants and departmental finances. Although prior experience in a financial setting is required, comprehensive training will be provided in the specialized grants field if necessary. The post will play a key role in the financial management and administration of all research grant and research administration, and all elements of finance processes. The role holder will support the Unit's research by leading the costing process for new grants, ensuring all costs are accounted for, and helping with the administrative aspects of application submissions. They will also analyse and report on existing and closing grants, forecasting expenditure to enable Principal Investigators (PIs) to manage their awards as well as providing any other administrative assistance required in the grant process and across the Unit's Business Team.
You will have previous research grants administration or accounts experience and experience of financial reporting, analysis and forecasting. You will be an experienced user of Microsoft Office suite and ideally have some knowledge of grant applications and University finance systems. In addition, you will have excellent communication skills, have a high level of attention to detail as well as being self-motivated and able to work to tight deadlines.
Alongside a competitive salary, University staff are eligible for a comprehensive package of benefits and services include discounts on shopping, health care, financial services and public transport. We also offer defined benefits pension schemes and tax-efficient bicycle, car lease and charity-giving schemes. The Business Team of the MRC Epidemiology Unit is a friendly, fun team to work in where your contribution to health research will be valued.
Please contact Anice Norman, Business and Finance Manager (anice.norman@mrc-epid.cam.ac.uk) for informal enquiries.
The closing date is 15th October 2023 and interviews will be held 30th October 2023.
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We welcome applications from individuals who wish to be considered for part-time working or other flexible working arrangements.
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