University of Cambridge
Postgraduate Taught Course Coordinator
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Applications are invited for the post of Postgraduate Taught Course Coordinator
Location
Based in the Postgraduate Office at the Department of Engineering's site in central Cambridge.
About the Role
The Postgraduate Office offers a complete "cradle to grave" service to all postgraduate students registered in the Engineering Department, from initial enquiries, through the application process, registration on arrival, the period of study, and examination, to closure of files once a student has graduated.
The Department currently recruits to six taught MPhil, two MRES, two part-time taught postgraduate programmes, with annual applications of over 2000 and an annual intake of circa 200 postgraduate taught students. The Department of Chemical Engineering and Biotechnology recruits to two taught MPhil, and one MRes programme.
The role-holder will manage the postgraduate taught course support systems, processes and communications on behalf of the Faculty of Engineering to ensure the successful delivery of all the postgraduate taught programmes as well as support the work of the Postgraduate Office.
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Key Responsibilities
- Manage the postgraduate taught course support systems, processes, and communications.
- Ensure the successful delivery of all postgraduate taught programmes.
- Support the work of the Postgraduate Office.
- Communicate daily with academic staff, students, and potential applicants.
- Demonstrate excellent communication and organizational skills.
- Show a high level of initiative, ability to multitask, and prioritize effectively.
Requirements
- Educated to degree level/Level 6 vocational qualifications or equivalent practical experience.
- Experienced user of Microsoft Office.
- Experience in University administration in a project, programme, or course coordination role.
- Experience in Committee work, preferably in a higher education institution and in postgraduate administration.
- Ability to work as part of a team and provide clear leadership when necessary.
- Experience in contributing to the development of administrative systems and processes.
- Seeking out best practice and successfully implementing change.
- Knowledge of CAMSIS and Sharepoint would be desirable.
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Application Process
If you think you are the right candidate for this role, we would love to hear from you.
We welcome applications from individuals who wish to be considered for part-time working or other flexible working arrangements.
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Important Dates
- Closing date for applications: Tuesday 18 August 2026.
Contact Information
If you have any questions about this vacancy or the application process, please contact the HR Office at the Department of Engineering (hr-office@eng.cam.ac.uk, (0)1223 332615).
Please quote reference NM50340 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
The University actively supports equality, diversity, and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.
Eligibility
The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.
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