Administrative, Professional & Managerial
Centre for Biomolecular Sciences
Purchasing Support Assistant
Reference : CE12083S
Closing Date : 29 May 2013
Salary : £13,486 to £15,303 per annum depending on skills and experience. Salary progression beyond this scale is subject to performance.
This is a full-time, permanent position.
The Centre for Biomolecular Sciences requires an organised and flexible individual to provide day to day assistance in the operation of a busy purchasing office and goods receiving area. You must be well motivated and able to work without close supervision as well as work within a team environment.
The role will involve receiving goods and supplies - some of which will be hazardous chemicals. This is a physically demanding role, involving a large amount of manual handling. The role will also require the flexibility to cover the reception area during holiday and absences. Full training will be given for all aspects of the role.
Candidates should have GCSE’s or equivalent, together with previous experience in a relevant role. Candidates should have good organisational skills, be able to prioritise work and have the ability to communicate effectively at all levels with staff and students. A basic understanding of COSHH and safety related issues is desirable. Knowledge and experience of Agresso will be an advantage.
Informal enquiries may be addressed to Carl Winfield, tel: 0115 951 3403, email: carl.winfield@nottingham.ac.uk. Please note that applications sent directly to this email address will not be accepted.
As this job does not fulfil the UK Border Agency criteria for obtaining sponsored migrant worker status we will be unable to apply for sponsorship for anyone not eligible to work in the UK. Applicants must therefore have eligibility to work in the UK without need of sponsorship.
Corporate Systems
Analyst Programmer – two posts
Reference : LD12338
Closing Date : 21 June 2013
Salary : £27,854 to £36,298 per annum depending on skills and experience. Salary progression beyond this scale is subject to performance
The Business Systems Development Team within Corporate Systems at The University of Nottingham is responsible for maintaining and developing over 90 corporate business systems within the University.
Two permanent posts of Analyst Programmer are available to ensure that these corporate business systems can be efficiently maintained and supported to allow for the business systems to function effectively.
The successful candidates will be experienced Analyst Programmers used to working within a challenging and fast-moving environment. Meeting deadlines within tight timescales and working to the highest possible standard is a must for this role.
As members of the Business Systems Development Team, you will need to be able to work with staff at all levels of organisation, including colleagues from other divisions and across the wider University.
Educated to degree level or equivalent, or with suitable experience, you must be able to demonstrate significant first-hand experience of developing a wide range of business systems.
Key requirements for these posts are an understanding of the principles of developing quality software. You will be required to have a sound knowledge and experience of windows programming languages (VB6 / VB.net / C# / xml) and web programming languages (ASP.net / html / VBScript). An understanding of MS SQL server based systems and Transact SQL, MS Operating Systems and networking (AD) is also required. Knowledge of enterprise data analysis and reporting tools is also required along with a proactive approach and excellent organisational, interpersonal, communication and negotiation skills.
Informal enquiries may be addressed to Paul Slack, paul.slack@nottingham.ac.uk. Please note that applications sent directly to this Email address will not be accepted.
Estate Office
Environmental Officer
Reference : SJ12497E
Closing Date : 06 June 2013
Salary : £21,383 to £25,504 per annum, depending on skills and experience. Salary progression beyond this scale is subject to performance
This is a full-time permanent post.
The University of Nottingham has a strong sustainability agenda and is committed to delivering environmental performance improvements. Working within the Sustainability section, the main focus for this role will be to assist with projects that deliver carbon savings and environmental performance improvements. The successful candidate will work with staff and students to help engage with the sustainability agenda and will provide support and information.
We are looking for individuals with knowledge of environmental issues relevant to the higher education sector with a ‘can do’ attitude and an effective approach to dealing with problems.
Candidates should be qualified to HND level or equivalent in a related energy or environmental field, have excellent IT skills including knowledge of Microsoft office and be able to analyse data and statistics. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are also essential as the successful candidate will focus on supporting and facilitating staff and student interaction within our programmes.
Informal enquires may be addressed to Gavin Scott, tel: 0115 951 3572, Email: gavin.scott@nottingham.ac.uk Please note that applications sent directly to this Email address will not be accepted.
Faculty of Engineering
Midlands Energy Graduate School Marketing and Communications Manager (MEGS)
Reference : RB12043E
Closing Date : 11 June 2013
Salary : £27,854 to £36,298 per annum depending on skills and experience. Salary progression beyond this scale is subject to performance
This full-time post will be offered on a fixed-term contract until 30 June 2014. This post is open to job share.
Through the Midlands Energy Graduate School, we are training significant numbers of postgraduate students to help satisfy the increasing national demand for highly capable industrialists, decision-makers and academics in the low carbon energy sector. The project has now made some significant achievements and we need to communicate them effectively to a wide range of stakeholders.
The purpose of the role of Midlands Energy Graduate School Marketing and Communications Manager (MEGS) is to take a strategic role in communicating project achievements to stakeholders from the public and private sector. The role will involve both planning and implementing a wide range of activities, from generating new content for use in web and print media to representing the Midlands Energy Graduate School and the Midlands Energy Consortium at external events.
Candidates must have a good honours degree (or equivalent) in an area related to marketing and communications, experience of working in the HE sector and the ability to motivate, negotiate and influence both individuals and teams with excellent communication skills.
Informal enquiries may be addressed to Professor Colin Snape, email: colin.snape@nottingham.ac.uk. Please note that applications sent directly to this email address will not be accepted.
IT Services-Customer Services Section
IT Helpline Assistant (two posts)
Reference : LD12399
Closing Date : 11 June 2013
Salary : £16,540 to £19,606 per annum, depending on skills and experience
Applications are invited for the above post to work as part of the university IT Helpline, which is located at Kings Meadow Campus. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing first line support to the university community for IT-related support requests received via telephone, email and self-service.
Candidates must have A minimum of 2 A-Levels in relevant subjects, or equivalent vocational qualifications (NVQ, City & Guild), plus some experience in a relevant technical/scientific role or considerable work experience in a relevant technical role and a successful track record in a similar technical support role, including troubleshooting Windows operating systems, Microsoft Office products, E-mail and Internet-based services. Excellent communication and customer service skills are also essential.
The hours of work are 36.25 per week Monday to Friday. The IT Helpline is open between 8.00 and 18.00 therefore some flexibility is required.
Informal enquiries may be addressed to Jon Cox, Helpdesk Team Leader via jon.cox@nottingham.ac.uk. Please note that applications sent directly to this email address will not be accepted.
Interviews will be held on Thursday 27 June 2013.
As this job does not fulfil the UK Border Agency criteria for obtaining sponsored migrant worker status we will be unable to apply for sponsorship for anyone not eligible to work in the UK. Applicants must therefore have eligibility to work in the UK without need of sponsorship.
Marketing, Communications and Recruitment
Schools and Colleges’ Liaison Manager
Reference : LD12215
Closing Date : 21 June 2013
Salary : £27,854 to £36,298 per annum, depending on skills and experience. Salary progression beyond this scale is subject to performance
Applications are being invited for a Schools and Colleges’ Liaison Manager, based in the University’s award-winning Marketing, Communications and Recruitment team, who will be responsible for managing the University’s relationship with UK schools, colleges and academies, and leading a schools liaison team of five members of staff.
Candidates should be able to demonstrate significant relevant experience, hold a degree (or equivalent) and possess exceptional leadership and management ability. Candidates will need excellent interpersonal skills and a sound understanding of both undergraduate and postgraduate student recruitment and admissions.
Informal enquiries may be addressed to Amy Maddison, Head of UK Student Recruitment tel: +44 (0)115 9515794, Amy.maddison@nottingham.ac.uk. Please note that job applications sent directly to this email address will not be accepted.
Interviews will take place on Monday 15 July 2013.
Nottingham University Business School
Receptionist (Part-time)
Reference : SM12040L
Closing Date : 27 May 2013
Salary : £13,486 to £15,303 per annum, (pro rata) depending on skills & experience. Salary progression beyond this scale is subject to performance
Applications are invited for the above post in the Business School, which is located in state-of-the-art premises on the award winning Jubilee Campus. Duties will include providing reception services to staff, students and visitors in both Business School buildings, as well as general administrative assistance in connection with various aspects of buildings, facilities and space management.
Candidates should have a good standard of education (evidenced by GCSE’s or equivalent), plus previous experience of a receptionist role. Candidates should also be good team players, well organised, have excellent customer service skills and enjoy dealing with people in a busy environment. Excellent communication and IT skills, are also required.
This permanent, part-time post is available for 20 hours per week, preferably 10.00am – 2.00pm, Monday to Friday inclusive. Ideally, candidates should have the flexibility to work additional hours when required.
As this job does not fulfil the UK Border Agency criteria for obtaining sponsored migrant worker status we will be unable to apply for sponsorship for anyone not eligible to work in the UK. Applicants must therefore have eligibility to work in the UK without need of sponsorship.
Registrar's Department - Academic Services Division
Quality Assurance Manager (Fixed-term)
Reference : LD11865R
Closing Date : 27 May 2013
Salary : £27,854 to £36,298 per annum, depending on skills and experience. Salary progression beyond this scale is subject to performance
This post will be offered on a fixed-term contract for a period of 2 years.
Applications are invited for the above post based in the Teaching and Learning Directorate, Academic Services Division.
The Quality Assurance Manager will provide support for the Head of Quality and Standards by assuming responsibility for a number of activities, including annual monitoring and periodic review, ensuring full compliance with the QAA Quality Code Chapter on External Examining, and in addition proposing changes to the Quality Manual to meet the expectations of the QAA Quality Code for Higher Education. In addition, the postholder will manage the administration of development work on two projects under the directorship of the Director of Teaching and Learning: the curriculum review and assessment project in liaison with the Curriculum Review and Assessment Adviser, and administration of the Academic Development project in liaison with the Academic Development Adviser.
Candidates should be educated to a minimum of degree level (or equivalent), have a proven track record in a relevant professional role and excellent IT and communication skills. Experience of working in a similar or related role in Higher Education is desirable.
Hours of work are 36¼ per week (normally 8.45 am - 5.00 pm Monday to Friday inclusive). This post will be offered on a fixed-term contract for a period of 24 months.
This post is open to job share.
Informal enquiries may be addressed to Christine Bexton, tel: 0115 951 5785, Email: christine.bexton@nottingham.ac.uk. Please note that applications sent directly to this Email address will not be accepted.
Proposed interview date: Thursday 6 June 2013.
School of Biosciences
Administrative Assistant (Undergraduate & Postgraduate Support)
Reference : CE12065S
Closing Date : 28 May 2013
Salary : £16,540 to £19,606 per annum, depending on skills & experience. Salary progression beyond this scale is subject to performance
Applications are invited for the above post primarily based within the Division of Animal Sciences at the Sutton Bonington Campus. The person appointed will provide administrative support to academic staff with a particular focus on undergraduate & postgraduate administration.
The successful candidate should be able to work independently and as part of a team to ensure excellent customer service is provided to both staff and students. They should enjoy dealing with people in a busy environment and be able to meet tight deadlines, therefore a flexible and organised approach to work is required along with excellent oral and written communication skills. Previous administrative experience of working within Higher Education is desirable along with experience of organising events, meetings and conferences.
Candidates should have at least 5 GCSEs (including English) at grade C or above or equivalent and good IT skills including knowledge and experience of using Microsoft Office, email and the internet.
Informal enquiries may be addressed to Professor Julian Wiseman telephone 0115 9516054
Please note that applications sent directly to this email address will not be accepted.
As this job does not fulfil the UK Border Agency criteria for obtaining sponsored migrant worker status we will be unable to apply for sponsorship for anyone not eligible to work in the UK. Applicants must therefore have eligibility to work in the UK without need of sponsorship.
School of Community Health Sciences - Nottingham Clinical Trials Unit
NCTU Administrator - (part-time, fixed-term)
Reference : KC12193
Closing Date : 06 June 2013
Salary : £16,540 to £19,606 per annum (pro rata for part-time), depending on skills & experience. Salary progression beyond this scale is subject to performance.
This is a part-time post offered on a fixed-term contract until 31 July 2014. 0.8 fte, 29 hours per week, though we will accept applications requesting 0.6fte, 21.75 hours per week. Please indicate on you application the hours you wish to work.
The post is an exciting opportunity to the Nottingham Clinical Trials Unit (NCTU). The unit is a rapidly growing academic unit within the University of Nottingham that supports clinical trials within the University and local NHS trust.
The unit is seeking to recruit an Administrator to support the day-to-day running of the NCTU.
The post holder will be expected to provide efficient and responsive administrative and secretarial support to the Unit, the NCTU Director and Deputy Directors, and to the NCTU Senior Management Team. The post holder will work closely with the unit’s project administrators to ensure smooth running of the programme of work. The post holder will not require direct supervision. The ability to work effectively, efficiently and flexibly within a multidisciplinary team is essential.
Candidates should have significant experience in a secretarial /administrative role; expert in Microsoft outlook, word and excel, whilst proficient in other Microsoft packages. They should have good written and verbal communication skills with a strong customer focus. They should have strong problem solving skills and demonstrate planning and organisational skills. Previous experience of this type of role in a health research environment is essential.
Informal enquiries may be addressed to Matthew Leighton, NCTU Research Manager, e-mail: matthew.leighton@nottingham.ac.uk. Please note that applications sent directly to the e-mail addresses will not be accepted.
As this job does not fulfil the UK Border Agency criteria for obtaining sponsored migrant worker status we will be unable to apply for sponsorship for anyone not eligible to work in the UK. Applicants must therefore have eligibility to work in the UK without need of sponsorship.
School of Graduate Entry Medicine & Health & School of Nursing, Midwifery & Physiotherapy
Student, Course Administration & Timetabling Coordinator (Maternity Leave Cover)
Reference : LC12322
Closing Date : 06 June 2013
Salary : £21,383 to £25,504 per annum depending on skills and experience, salary progression beyond this scale is subject to performance
Applications are invited for the above post based in the Derby Course and Student Centre, Royal Derby Hospital. The successful candidate will supervise a team focussing on student support and course administration for all programmes delivered on the Royal Derby Hospital site of the University and the provision of a customer-focussed and efficient front-line reception service to students, staff and other visitors to the campus. The role holder will also have responsibility for timetabling for some courses.
Candidates must have a good standard of education to A Levels or equivalent, or substantial work experience in a further or higher education administrative role, and be able to use Microsoft Office including Excel. Candidates should also have first line supervisory/training experience, excellent organisational and time-management skills and a flexible approach.
This full-time post is available for a period of six months.
Informal enquiries may be addressed to Joanna East, Student Services & Course Administration Centre Manager, tel: 07920 135702 or email: joanna.east@nottingham.ac.uk. Please note applications sent directly to this email address will not be accepted.
School of Veterinary Medicine & Science
Postgraduate Administrator
Reference : LC12081V
Closing Date : 11 June 2013
Salary : £16,540 to £19,606 per annum depending on skills and experience. Salary progression beyond this scale is subject to performance
The University has established a new Veterinary School, which graduated its first students in July 2011. This exciting development provides an opportunity for a Postgraduate Administrator for the School of Veterinary Medicine and Science, based at Sutton Bonington.
This is a key position providing administrative support for both postgraduate taught and research courses within the School of Veterinary Medicine and Science.
This position is a busy and varied role involving daily communication with academic staff, students, Academic Services and potential applicants; the post holder will need to have excellent organisational skills, demonstrate a good use of initiative and have the ability to multi-task and prioritise.
The role also provides support for teaching, learning and assessment for postgraduate taught courses, including uploading and updating web-based teaching activities within the School and other duties associated with teaching and academic support which are vital to ensure a quality learning experience; a thorough and meticulous approach is required along with excellent IT skills, including the range of Microsoft applications; experience of a virtual learning environment would be advantageous.
Candidates must be educated to GCSE standard and have previous administrative experience at a level which requires a minimum of supervision or have significant administrative experience at a level which requires a minimum of supervision.. Excellent IT skills, including the range of Microsoft Word, Excel, Internet and Email are also essential.
This is a permanent, full time post.
