Research Academy Administrative Officer

Job description

Organisational Development

Full-time, Fixed-term, Maternity cover - 12 months or earlier return of postholder.

Part-time (minimum 0.6 FTE) or job share may be considered.

Hybrid working available: minimum 3 days in the office and up to 2 days remote.

Are you ready to play a key role in shaping the future of research?

The new Loughborough University Research Academy (LURA) is already making a significant impact across our research community, bringing together researchers, research leaders and professional services colleagues to create an ambitious, inclusive and collaborative research culture.

We are now seeking a Research Academy Administrative Officer to join our team and help deliver the next phase of this exciting journey.

This maternity cover role offers the chance to be part of a high-profile University initiative that is helping to shape the future of research at Loughborough. You will join a friendly and supportive team, work with colleagues from across the University, and play a valued role in delivering activities that make a real difference to researchers and research-enabling staff.

Whether you are looking to develop your career in higher education administration or are seeking a new challenge within a dynamic and purpose-driven environment, this is an opportunity to contribute to something genuinely impactful.

Join us and be part of a vibrant community at Loughborough University.

Here's more about the role and what we're looking for:

As Research Academy Administrative Officer , you will be at the heart of the Academy's operations, providing high-quality administrative support that enables the team to deliver an ambitious programme of activities and events.

This role is offered as a fixed-term maternity cover position and presents an excellent opportunity to gain experience within a high-profile University initiative, working closely with senior leaders, researchers and professional services colleagues across the institution. You will:

• Support the day-to-day administration of the Research Academy and its programmes.

• Help coordinate and deliver events, workshops and networking activities.

• Organise meetings for operational and advisory groups, preparing papers and taking minutes.

• Support financial administration, monitoring expenditure and producing reports.

• Coordinate travel, purchasing and other administrative processes.

• Assist with communications and stakeholder engagement activities across the University's research community and external partners.

• Contribute to the smooth operation of the Research Academy Hub systems and help create a welcoming and professional environment for colleagues and visitors.

For more information refer to the Job Description and Person Specification .

About the University

Universities are one of this country's greatest assets. We're educators, employers, innovators and pioneers. We shape culture and society.

At Loughborough, we strive for better, think differently, challenge convention and take action. We are passionate about finding solutions to the major problems faced by society and the planet, and we create opportunities for those with the drive, the ambition, and the determination to apply themselves in the pursuit of better.

Closing date: 09 October 2026

Interview date: 22 October 2026

Our Benefits

At Loughborough, our benefits are designed to support your life inside and outside of work, helping you to thrive and feel valued as part of our community. Examples of our benefits include:

Time off - generous holiday allowance, including 14 university closure days and bank holidays, with the option to buy extra through our holiday purchase scheme.

Where you work - access to a range of fantastic facilities with plenty of green space across our 523-acre East Midlands campus, plus an exciting community at our London campus on the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park

Financial Wellbeing - competitive pay, two excellent pension schemes, and everyday savings opportunities.

Support for you and those close to you - through our range of life event leave policies as well as access to an on-site nursery at our East Midlands campus, flexible and hybrid working options.

Health and Wellbeing - discounted gym memberships and access to world-class sporting facilities, including physiotherapy, plus healthcare offers such as eyesight testing and wellbeing support.

Travel and sustainability - access to our electric vehicle and cycle-to-work schemes, as well as a variety of travel offers to support sustainable commuting.

Discover more about the full range of rewards and benefits at Loughborough University.