Administrative Assistant (PA & Graduate Studies)

Pay Scale: STANDARD GRADE 4

Salary (£): £25,138 - £28,759 per annum

Location: Department of Biochemistry, South Parks Road, Oxford

Contract type: Permanent

Hours: Full Time (36.5 hours per week)

About the role

We have an exciting opportunity for an Administrative Assistant to work closely with the Head of Department’s Executive Assistant in support of world-leading research and teaching.  You will provide PA support to senior academics and group leaders, and assist in the planning and delivery of departmental and building events.  You will assist the Postgraduate Academic Administrator working on the organisation of postgraduate student admissions and administration of student progress.

We are looking for an enthusiastic, self-motivated, team player who will work with colleagues to provide a high-quality service to staff and students.  You will be well organised with strong experience in an office environment, work efficiently under pressure and be educated to GCSE standard or equivalent.  You will have excellent communication skills and the ability to work well with people at different levels of seniority.

This varied role offers the opportunity to engage with a wide range of people and activities and contribute to the success of the Department.

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

This full-time permanent position post is funded by the Department and the actual starting salary offered will be based on qualifications and relevant skills acquired.

Further information about the role, the University and selection criteria can be found in the Job Description.

Application Process

You will be required to upload a supporting statement, setting out how you meet the selection criteria, curriculum vitae and the names and contact details of two referees as part of your online

Only applications received before 12 noon on Friday 23rd February 2024 can be considered. Interviews for shortlisted candidates to be held on Tuesday 12th March 2024 or soon as possible thereafter.

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