Dorothy Crowfoot Hodgkin Building, Biochemistry Department, South Parks Road, Oxford, OX1 3QU
Pay Scale: STANDARD GRADE 6
Salary (£) : £34,982 - £40,855 per annum
Location: Department of Biochemistry, South Parks Road, Oxford
Contract type: Permanent
Hours: Full Time (37.5 hours per week)
About the role
We are looking to appoint an Undergraduate Academic Administrator to assist with operational and delivery aspects relating to the delivery of the Biochemistry undergraduate course, which is a crucial aspect of the work of the Biochemistry Department. This will involve working closely with the Senior Academic Administrator, and the Directors of Teaching to ensure that all areas of the course are delivered effectively, as well as supporting other colleagues who are also involved in course provision.
This full-time permanent post is funded by the Department and is based at The Department of Biochemistry, South Parks Road, Oxford OX1 3QU.
This position is graded on the University's Grade 6 scale, for which the salary range is £34,982 - £40,855 per annum. Whilst the role is a grade 6 (£34,982 - £40,855 p.a.) position, we would be willing to consider candidates with potential but less experience who are seeking a development opportunity, for which an initial appointment would be at grade 5 (£31,459 - £36,616 p.a.) with the responsibilities adjusted accordingly. This would be discussed with applicants at interview/appointment where appropriate. The actual starting salary offered will be based on qualifications and relevant skills acquired.
What We Offer
Your happiness and wellbeing at work matters to us, so we offer a range of family friendly and financial benefits including:
• An excellent contributory pension scheme
• 38 days annual leave
• A comprehensive range of childcare services
• Family leave schemes
• Cycle loan scheme
• Membership to a variety of social and sports clubs
• Discounted bus travel and Season Ticket travel loans
The University also runs an enormous amount of social groups and sports clubs for those looking for more than just a great place to work.
About you
You should have experience in a complex organisation with excellent and effective skills in professional services provision. You will have the ability to gain the confidence of senior colleagues and to establish strong working relationships at all levels within the department. The ability to understand the informational needs of others and to disseminate complex information effectively is essential, together with having a high level of personal integrity with the ability to take on the responsibility for your own work. You will be highly organised and have experience of working within a pressurised environment and have the ability to prioritise to ensure successful outcomes are achieved. Excellent IT skills are also expected.
Application Process
Applications for this vacancy are to be made online via www. recruit.ox.ac.uk and Vacancy ID 178032. You will be required to upload your curriculum vitae and a supporting statement, setting out how you meet the selection criteria for the post, using examples of your skills and experience. As part of your application, you will be asked to provide details of two referees and indicate whether we can contact them now.
For further details, please refer to the How to apply section of the job description. Any further enquires may be directed to [email protected].
The closing date for applications is 12.00 noon on Monday 3rd March 2025. Only applications received before this time can be considered. Interviews for shortlisted candidates to be held on as soon as possible thereafter.
Committed to equality and valuing diversity
Contact Person : HR Team Vacancy ID : 178032 Contact Phone : Closing Date & Time : 03-Mar-2025 12:00 Pay Scale : STANDARD GRADE 6 Contact Email : [email protected] Salary (£) : Grade 6: £34,982 - £40,855 per annum