We are the University of Cumbria, for and from Cumbria and our localities, rooted in serving our communities, with people, place and partnership at our heart.

Now is a very exciting time to be joining us because we are delivering a new "Towards 2030" strategic plan focused on making the most of our three most valuable assets; People, Place and Partnerships, to become a catalyst for economic well-being for our region, nationally and internationally.

This post holder will support the administration of a recently funded NIHR mental health research grant to build capacity at the university and to address inequalities with and for local communities and people. The post holder will provide general administrative support to the mental health team and its engagement with partners for the duration of this award.

Informal Enquiries: Professor Joy Duxbury | Director of Research & Knowledge Exchange | Joy.Duxbury@cumbria.ac.uk

We offer a comprehensive set of staff benefits which includes a competitive salary, 35 hour full-time working week, 33 days holiday plus bank holidays, hybrid working in line with business need, and an excellent pension scheme with 8% employer contribution.

Further details:
Job Description

We encourage applications from the broadest range of society, including all under-represented groups with particular emphasis on Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic candidates, who are currently under-represented in our University and in comparison, to the sector.

Job Details

Department

Institute of Health (Central)

Location

Ambleside, Carlisle or Lancaster

Starting Salary

£26,338 with incremental progression to £29,959 (pro rata)

Post Type

Part Time

Hours per Week

14

Contract Type

Fixed Term - Ends 30/11/2028

Release Date

Thursday 29 May 2025

Closing Date

23.59 hours BST on Thursday 12 June 2025

Interview Date

Friday 20 June 2025

Reference

XX145825

1 Jobs in Ambleside, ENG, United Kingdom (UK)

Research Support Administrator (0.4FTE)

University of Cumbria