Section Manager

About the role

The Department of Infectious Disease is seeking an excellent administrator to take up the role of Section Manager, supporting principle investigators, researchers and initiatives that are based both overseas and in the UK. The post is based at our Hammersmith campus, with travel expected to our other campuses particularly South Kensington campus, and is offered on a full-time, open-ended basis.

The Section Manager role is the primary point of contact for all academic and research staff within their group for administrative and operational issues. The post holder will be responsible for supporting research grant applications and ensuring that resources required for projects are costed accurately. The role will also manage a portfolio of existing grants, monitoring and approving spend, and advising academics on best use of funds, ensuring this is in line with University and funder policies. In addition, the Section Manager will support their academics with completion and processing of HR paperwork. The post holder will work closely with colleagues in the Department, the Joint Research Office, HR, Finance, and the Education Team in order to effectively resolve administrative issues. There are also line management responsibilities for team administrators in the Section.

The Department has an established culture of supporting and developing staff. You will be provided on-the-job training and rewarded with generous benefits and strong career prospects within well-defined and achievable career paths at the forefront of scientific advancement

What you would be doing

This varied and challenging post requires a strong and diverse skillset comprising excellent communication, financial management, organisation, and problem-solving skills. In addition, you will need the ability to develop effective working relationships with colleagues at all levels and the ability to work efficiently and accurately under pressure.

You will have a passion for providing high quality administrative services and will have experience of working with senior academics. You will be highly numerate with experience of providing financial management advice to budget holders. Experience of full economic costing, of interpreting research funder regulations, and working with NHS Trusts particularly in relation to costing clinical trials, will be beneficial as will knowledge of and experience with HR procedures such as recruitment and selection.

What we are looking for

• Degree/equivalent or experience within a HEI / research funder / NHS setting
• Experience of budget management and reporting
• Experience of HR processes
• Excellent communication skills and attention to detail
• Strong numerical skills
• Ability to manage workload efficiently

What we can offer you

• The opportunity to continue your career at a world-leading institution and be part of our mission to use science for humanity.
• Benefit from a sector-leading salary and remuneration package (including 39 days’ annual leave and generous pension schemes).
• Access to a range of workplace benefits including a flexible working policy from day one, generous family leave packages, on-site leisure facilities and cycle-to-work scheme.
• Interest-free season ticket loan schemes for travel.
• Be part of a diverse, inclusive and collaborative work culture with various staff networks and resources to support your personal and professional wellbeing.

Further information

This is a full-time post (35 hours per week) based at the Hammersmith Campus with travel to South Kensington and other campuses.

Interested candidates should complete and online application.

For an informal discussion about this role please contact Geoff Rideout, Divisional Manager: [email protected]

Available documents

Attached documents are available under links. Clicking a document link will initialize its download.

• download: AID Section Manager Imperial Job Description.pdf
• download: Employee Benefits Booklet.pdf

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