Administrative Assistant (Research and Innovation)

When you work for the University of Central Lancashire, you’ll be part of a thriving community of talent that’s united in a common commitment to transform lives. We do this by delivering an outstanding educational experience and creating prosperity and opportunity in the communities we serve. Whatever your role, you’ll be playing a vital part in helping us achieve our vision.

We are recruiting an Administrative Assistant to join the NIHR Clinical Academic Training (CAT) Office for the School of Medicine and Dentistry focused on supporting research, innovation and educational activities.

About the role: 

The post holder will provide an administrative service for the research staff in the School of Medicine and Dentistry working closely with academic and research staff and NHS collaborators, in order to help develop and enhance the overall quality of research, innovation and educational activities related to the NIHR Clinical Academic Training Programme, Intercalated and Internship Programme.

About you:

The successful candidate will have recent administrative experience in a busy office environment/virtual space and the ability to produce high-quality outputs with accuracy. They will also have a range of GCSEs, including English Language and Maths at Grade C or above, or equivalent experiential learning. 

Additional information:

Informal enquiries are welcomed; please contact Professor Umesh Chauhan via email at uchauhan@uclan.ac.uk.

What we can offer you:

Our people are our most important asset. We’ll encourage you to make the most of your talents and continually develop your skills and knowledge. As well as realising your career ambitions, you’ll be making a positive difference to other people’s lives. We also offer a fantastic package of rewards and lifestyle benefits – from an attractive annual leave entitlement to access to a comprehensive employee benefits platform.

We are proud to be a diverse, multicultural university. We are committed to building a truly inclusive culture where diversity is championed. Applications are particularly welcomed from individuals who will support the diversification within the University and support its development of a culture that is inclusive and welcoming to all.

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Applicants applying for roles in regulated activity and that are listed as an exception under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 will be required to disclose any spent and unspent convictions and undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check at the appropriate level, the University will only ask an applicant to make an application for a DBS check if they are legally entitled to.

We are proud to share that we will soon be known as the University of Lancashire. Building upon nearly 200 years of academic excellence, this exciting new chapter reflects our commitment and ambition for Lancashire and beyond. We believe in helping people to seize every opportunity to flourish in education, at work and for life. Together, we’re here to help you achieve great things. 

Where opportunity creates success.