Postgraduate Research Operations Assistant

We are seeking a motivated and collaborative individual to join our team as a Postgraduate Research Assistant. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to This role offers an exciting opportunity to play a central role in supporting postgraduate researchers (PGRs) across the Faculty of Science and Engineering, working within the Doctoral Academy to deliver high‑quality, consistent and student‑centred services. within a dynamic and inclusive environment.

You will be responsible for:

• Managing postgraduate research thesis submission and examination processes, ensuring compliance with University regulations, quality standards, and deadlines.
• Providing guidance and support to postgraduate researchers, academic staff, and examiners throughout the examination process.
• Coordinating examination activities, including processing documentation, maintaining accurate records, monitoring progress, and supporting examiner appointments and payments.
• Working collaboratively with colleagues across the University to deliver an excellent, student-focused service while contributing to continuous process improvement.
• Supporting the wider activities of the Doctoral Academy, including acting as a first point of contact for enquiries and contributing flexibly to team priorities.

We welcome candidates who bring diverse perspectives, experiences, and approaches to their work.

About You

We encourage applications from individuals with a wide range of backgrounds and experiences. You should demonstrate:

Essential Criteria:

• Experience in an administrative role within a busy office or customer-focused environment.
• Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities, work accurately, and meet deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the confidence to provide advice and support to a range of stakeholders.
• A high level of attention to detail, good digital skills, and experience using a range of IT systems.
• A collaborative approach, with a commitment to delivering excellent customer service and handling confidential information appropriately.

Our benefits include:

• Generous employer pension contribution
• Christmas closure across all departments outside of annual leave and bank holidays
• Purple Place employee discount platform

For more information, please see University of Manchester Benefits. You can also find information on our Flexible and Hybrid working here.

We are an open place of enquiry and challenge. We embrace and celebrate difference, diversity and debate, and we pride ourselves on being a place of education, learning and community where we are able, within the law, to question and test received wisdom, express new ideas and explore controversial or unpopular topics and opinions. Find out more from our Freedom of Speech Policy.

Enquiries about the role, shortlisting and interviews

Name: Janine Callard

Email Address: Janine.Calland@manchester.ac.uk

General enquiries and administrative support

recruitmentservices.people@manchester.ac.uk

Technical and job portal support

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This role is not eligible for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Applicants must demonstrate the right to work in the UK.

Applications close at midnight on the closing date.

Further particulars (with person specification) linked below.

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