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Research Administrator (ELLIS Initiative)

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Applications are invited for the post of Research Administrator

To support and coordinate the activities of the Cambridge ELLIS unit.

About ELLIS

ELLIS (European Laboratory for Learning and Intelligent Systems, https://ellis.eu) is a European AI network of excellence putting together the best researchers in machine learning in Europe. It focuses on fundamental science, technical innovation, and societal impact.

Role Location

The Cambridge ELLIS unit is based within the Information Engineering Division at the Department of Engineering's Trumpington Street site. By coordinating and supporting the activities of the unit, the Research Administrator will help it achieve the scientific goals of the ELLIS initiative.

Responsibilities

  • In addition to providing support for the Cambridge ELLIS unit, the role-holder will also provide administrative support to one of the research groups within the Machine Intelligence Lab of the Information Engineering Division.

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  • Educated to HND/HNC level or equivalent level of experience
  • Experienced user of Microsoft Office
  • Excellent organisational skills
  • Previous administrative experience and an understanding of research coordination are essential
  • Ideally, this would have been gained within a similar role in the University
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Contract Type

Fixed-term: The funds for this post are available for 2 years in the first instance.

Application Process

  • Applications are welcome from internal candidates who would like to apply for the role on the basis of a secondment from their current role in the University.
  • Click the 'Apply' button below to register an account with our recruitment system (if you have not already) and apply online.

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Deadline

The closing date for applications is Wednesday 9 September 2026.

Contact Information

Informal enquiries are welcomed and should be directed to the HR Office on hr-office@eng.cam.ac.uk or 01223 332615.

  • Please quote reference NM50875 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.

Employment Eligibility

The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.

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Skills

Research Coordination
Administrative Support
Microsoft Office
Organizational Skills
Communication Skills
Interpersonal Skills

Location

Cambridge, England, United Kingdom

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