Research Finance Assistant - 11598-2

Job description

We are seeking a Research Finance Assistant to join the Research Finance Team at Brunel University London. In this role, you will provide administrative and financial support for externally funded research projects and studentships.

Department/College: Finance

Location: Brunel University London, Uxbridge Campus

Salary: Grade 5 from: £29,827 to £33,744 inclusive of London Weighting with potential to progress to £35,510 per annum, inclusive of London Weighting, through sustained exceptional contribution (pro-rata if part-time).

Hours: Part-time (17.5hrs per week)

Contract Type: Fixed-term (Maternity Cover)

Brunel University London was established in 1966 and is a leading multidisciplinary research-intensive technology university delivering economic, social and cultural benefits.

For more information please visit: https://www.brunel.ac.uk/about/our-history/home

Finance Department

We are seeking a Research Finance Assistant to join the Research Finance Team at Brunel University London. In this role, you will provide administrative and financial support for externally funded research projects and studentships. You will deliver high-quality, efficient post-award financial administration to support the University's research activities and assist the Research Finance Manager.

We offer a generous annual leave package plus discretionary University closure days, excellent training and development opportunities as well as a great occupational pension scheme and a range of health-related support. The University is committed to a hybrid working approach.

Closing date for applications: 25 October 2026 [Midnight]

Interviews will take place on week commencing 02 November 2026 virtually.

For further details about the post including the Job Description and Person Specification and to apply please visit https://careers.brunel.ac.uk

If you have any technical issues please contact us at: [email protected]

All Applicants should be eligible to live and work in the UK for the duration of any offer of appointment,

Brunel University London is fully committed to creating and sustaining a fully inclusive workforce culture. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and communities, we particularly welcome applicants who are currently under- represented in our workforce.