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About the Role
We are looking for an organised, detail-oriented and proactive Pre-Award Grants Assistant to join our Grants team. In this role, you will provide essential administrative and operational support across a varied portfolio of research funding activities, helping to ensure that grant applications, records and processes run smoothly. You will work closely with Grants Managers, researchers and colleagues across the Crick, making this a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys working with people, managing information and keeping things organised.
Responsibilities
- Supporting the Pre-Award Grants team with the administration of research funding applications and related activities.
- Maintaining accurate records across our grants management and finance systems, including Worktribe and Workday.
- Tracking legal agreements, following up on actions and keeping colleagues informed of progress.
- Assisting with compliance checks on research funders and project partners.
- Responding to routine queries and liaising with researchers, funders and colleagues across the organisation.
- Ensuring records, correspondence and approvals are accurately documented and maintained.
- Helping to identify opportunities to improve processes, data quality and ways of working.
Requirements
- Experience providing administrative support in a busy, deadline-driven environment.
- Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail, particularly when managing data and records.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to build positive working relationships.
- A proactive approach to problem-solving, prioritising tasks and following up on actions.
- Confidence using Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word and Outlook, and learning new systems.
- The ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality and discretion.
- A flexible, collaborative approach and enthusiasm for learning and developing new skills.
Skills
- Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
- Worktribe
- Workday
Location
- Hybrid working
Work Type
- Full-time
- Permanent
- Hybrid working
Experience Level
- Minimum criteria
Salary/Compensations
- From £32,000
Benefits
- 28 days of annual leave, plus three additional days over Christmas and bank holidays.
- Defined contribution pension with employer contributions of up to 16%.
- 24/7 GP consultation services.
- Occupational health services and mental health support programs.
- Eye care vouchers and discounted healthcare plans.
- Back-up care for dependents.
- Childcare support allowance.
- Annual leave purchase options.
- Crick Networks offering diverse groups’ support, community and inclusive social events.
- Discounted gym memberships, bike-to-work scheme, and shopping discounts.
- Subsidised on-site restaurant and social spaces for team interaction.
About the Company
- The Francis Crick Institute is Europe’s largest biomedical research institute under one roof. Our world-class scientists and staff collaborate on vital research to help prevent, diagnose and treat illnesses such as cancer, heart disease, infectious diseases and neurodegenerative conditions.
- The Crick is a place for collaboration, innovation and exploration across many disciplines. A space where the brightest minds can pursue big and bold ideas and discover answers to crucial scientific questions. We support them in a dynamic environment which fosters excellence with state-of-the-art infrastructure, cutting-edge facilities, and a creative and curious culture. We’ve removed traditional boundaries of departments, divisions and disciplines and instead have an open approach that supports every researcher. This gives us the freedom to take risks and carry out high-quality, pioneering research. Creating a space for discovery without boundaries helps us to turn our science into benefits for human health and the economy.
Equal Opportunity
- At the Francis Crick Institute, we believe that diversity and inclusion are essential to driving innovation and scientific discovery. We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to succeed, regardless of their background, identity, or personal circumstances. We actively encourage applications from individuals of all genders, ethnicities, abilities, and experiences. We are a Disability Confident: Committed employer and want to ensure that everyone can apply and be part of our recruitment processes and so we'll make reasonable adjustments if you need them - just let us know when you apply. If you need assistance with applying (i.e., would like to apply by phone or post) please email: ruby.oluwafemi@crick.ac.uk.