Research Administrative Coordinator (CAGE) (111159-1225)
Posted 1 week ago by University of Warwick
£30,378 Per year
Undetermined
Undetermined
Coventry, England, United Kingdom
Summary: The Research Administrative Coordinator at the CAGE Research Centre, University of Warwick, plays a vital role in supporting research initiatives and events focused on real-world policy issues. The position requires a proactive and detail-oriented individual with experience in higher education or research settings. The role involves collaboration within a small team and necessitates proficiency in Excel and SAP or equivalent tools. The successful candidate will contribute to the Centre's mission of addressing significant economic challenges through research.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support the work of the CAGE Research Centre through administrative coordination.
- Assist in organizing research events and managing related logistics.
- Maintain accurate records and documentation for research projects.
- Collaborate with team members to ensure effective communication and workflow.
- Utilize Excel and SAP (or equivalent) for data management and reporting.
Key Skills:
- Proactive and self-motivated attitude.
- Excellent attention to detail.
- Experience in a higher education or research setting.
- Proficiency in Excel and SAP (or equivalent).
- Strong teamwork and communication skills.
Salary (Rate): £30,378.00 yearly
City: Coventry
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: undetermined
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: Other
About The Role
For informal enquiries, please contact Jane Snape, CAGE, Centre Manager at Jane.Snape@warwick.ac.uk. The CAGE Research Centre is based in the department of Economics at the University of Warwick. It is funded by the Economic and Social Research Council and delivers a unique programme of research and events which address real world policy issues.
About You
As Research Administrative Coordinator you will be a key part of a small team which supports the work of the CAGE Research Centre. You will be proactive, self-motivated, have excellent attention to detail, and be able to work as part of a team. Ideally you will have previous experience in a HE or research setting with good Excel and SAP (or equivalent) skills. Please refer to the job description for full details of the required skills and experience.
For details on the experience and skills required, please refer to the job description attached as a PDF below.
About The Department
The Department of Economics has become widely regarded as one of the top economics departments in the UK and Europe. We consistently rank highly in leading UK and international subject league tables and are currently ranked 1st in the Good University Guide 2026. The Department provides a lively teaching and research environment and has recently been ranked 2nd in the Research Excellence Framework (2021).
About The University
We are a world-leading research-intensive university founded in 1965. We are ranked 106 th in the world and 8th in the UK. Additionally, 92% of our research is rated world-leading or internationally excellent.
Find out more about us at warwick.ac.uk/about/.
World University Ranking 2024, Guardian University Guide 2025 Research Excellence Framework 2021
How to Apply
CLOSING DEADLINE: Sunday 18th January 2026 at 11:55pm (UK Time)
To apply, please click "Apply" below and submit an application form by the closing deadline. You will be asked to include a CV and a cover letter.
Your CV Should Include
- Your education and employment history (including your most recent employment).
- Any other relevant experience (e.g. volunteering, extracurricular, etc.).
Your Cover Letter Should Explain
- Your motivations for applying to the role.
- Using examples, how you meet the essential and desirable criteria detailed in the job description (PDF attached below).
All essential criteria must be met by candidates who are invited to interview. For guidance on writing a cover letter, see here.
Interview Date: January 2026
Start Date: 1st February 2026
Please note application forms must be submitted before the stated deadline - you will not be able to submit after 23:55 (even if you opened the form earlier). Only applications submitted via our official careers portal (warwick-careers.tal.net) will be considered.
What we Offer
We Provide a Comprehensive Range Of Benefits, Including
- An attractive pension scheme.
- 26 days holiday plus University Christmas closure.
- Generous parental/adoption leave policy.
- Onsite childcare facilities.
- Excellent learning and development opportunities.
We recognise the importance of a healthy work/life balance and offer access to flexible working arrangements. Find out more about our flexible working arrangements.
We are proud to be a Living Wage employer.
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We are also one of the six founder institutions of the EUTOPIA European University Alliance.
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Right to Work in the UK
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