Research Finance Administrator

Full time post (35 hours per week), Part time will be considered (28hrs per week)

Open ended contract available from May 2024

Location: Usher Institute moves to a new building in Edinburgh Bioquarter, early 2024

The Usher Institute within The University of Edinburgh is looking for an experienced Research Finance Administrator.

The Opportunity:

The post holder will provide proactive business support for research projects and applications in the Usher Institute. Also to support non-research finance activity as required.

Informal enquiries may be directed to Vivien Smith, Director of Professional Services, MGPHS ([email protected] )

Your skills and attributes for success: 

• Knowledge of accounts and budgeting (min HNC or equivalent).
• Considerable office administration experience.
• A high level of competence with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
• Ability to use initiative, to cope under pressure, to maintain confidentiality, to meet tight deadlines and show flexibility.