Simón Bolívar University

About the role The purpose of the role is to deliver a full award management function, including reports on work in progress and project monitoring as required and will report progress to Senior Research Grants Administrator and Research Grants Manager. The role holder will maintain detailed knowledge of funder terms and conditions as well as internal financial procedures and regulations, and will apply these consistently, particularly with regard to financial returns. The consequences of non-compliance with financial regulations are severe and the role holder will be expected to develop and deploy a high level of expertise to manage this level of risk on behalf of the university. The role holder will need to have a broad perspective, engaging positively and proactively with the research strategy and service transformation programme currently underway at King’s and embracing opportunities to contribute in different ways This is a full time (35 hours per week), and you will be offered an a fixed term contract until 18/9/2026 About you To be successful in this role, we are looking for candidates to have the following skills and experience: Essential criteria Good Standard of General Education (A Level / OND or Equivalent) Good understanding of Research Grants and Contracts Post Award activities in a University or similar environment and thorough understanding of funder Terms and Conditions of RCUK, Wellcome Trust, NIHR, UK and other Overseas Funders and Charities. IT Literate with intermediate / advanced spreadsheet skills (Ability to use macros and pivot tables, experience of using databases , external portals and information retrieval from the internet. High level of numeracy , double entry and accounting principles Excellent communication and organisational skills with ability to lead when required with Practical problem-solving skills and ability to analyse data at different levels and produce meaning full reports Previous experience of working with internal and external auditors with ability to lead on ad hoc work commitments Previous Experience of controlling a research portfolio and maintaining in line with financial procedures. Self-starter, with ability to work under own initiative and lead others following minimum guidance and ability to work well under pressure and to be able to prioritise their work in the face of constantly shifting priorities and tight deadlines Excellent interpersonal skills, including tact, ability to form working relationships with a wide range of people in an enthusiastic and helpful manner whilst being capable of firmly maintaining College Policies Desirable criteria Proficiency in research administration software and systems, such as Worktribe, Unit4, or specialized grant management tools. Experience in developing and implementing processes and procedures related to research grant administration. Accountancy Qualification or Studying towards such a qualification. Downloading a copy of our Job Description Full details of the role and the skills, knowledge and experience required can be found in the Job Description document, provided at the bottom of the page. This document will provide information of what criteria will be assessed at each stage of the recruitment process. Further Information We pride ourselves on being inclusive and welcoming. We embrace diversity and want everyone to feel that they belong and are connected to others in our community. We are committed to working with our staff and unions on these and other issues, to continue to support our people and to develop a diverse and inclusive culture at King's. As part of this commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion and through this appointment process, it is our aim to develop candidate pools that include applicants from all backgrounds and communities. We ask all candidates to submit a copy of their CV, and a supporting statement, detailing how they meet the essential criteria listed in the advert. If we receive a strong field of candidates, we may use the desirable criteria to choose our final shortlist, so please include your evidence against these where possible. To find out how our managers will review your application, please take a look at our ‘How we Recruit’ pages. Grade and Salary: £39,076 - £43,909 per annum, including London Weighting Allowance Job ID: 132965 Close Date: 22-Dec-2025 Contact Person: Ms Cherice Walford Contact Details: cherice.walford@kcl.ac.uk

About Us The Drug Control Centre (DCC) which sits within King’s Forensics® an academic grouping within the Department of Analytical, Environmental & Forensic Sciences (AEFS), the Faculty of Life Science & Medicine is seeking an IT officer to support the Senior IT Officer to provide IT support for the sports testing laboratories accredited to UKAS Quality Standard (ISO/IEC 17025). The Drug Control Centre (DCC) is the only World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) accredited laboratory in the UK and played a key role in the Antidoping bio-analytical testing programmes for the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games and the Glasgow 2022 Commonwealth Games, Cricket World Cup 2019, UEFA Euros 2020 Football Competition and recently the Rugby Six Nations tournament. The DCC is accredited by the UK Accreditation Service (UKAS) across a range of sports, as a testing laboratory, analysing both domestic and international athletes in accordance with WADA's Prohibited List of substances. The DCC continues to be at the forefront of advances in anti-doping science and protecting both the integrity of sport and the health of athletes. The DCC has a Home Office License to hold, supply and produce substances included in the Misuse of Drugs Act 1971 and is a closed unit that requires a high degree of security secure and confidentiality in its work streams.  About The Role The Drug Control Centre is seeking to employ an experienced laboratory scientist to lead on the routine analysis of sports tests using Gas Chromatography-Combustion-Ion Ratio Mass Spectrometry (GC- C-IRMS). The post holder will co-ordinate the passage of samples following endogenous steroid profile analysis by the Drug Control Centre under the direction of the Principal Analyst (GC-Technologies).  Proven expertise in the analysis of biological samples using Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry is essential. Knowledge and understanding of work within an accredited environment are an expectation. The post holder will have good time management skills and be able to communicate effectively within an accredited analytical laboratory environment Responsibilities will include providing analytical leadership to support the London Athlete Profile Management Unit (APMU) required timelines, the interpretation of analytical mass spectrometric data for anabolic steroids and the technical operation of the GC-MS and GC-C-IRMS instruments (troubleshooting and planned maintenance). Quality assurance will be important to the post-holder who will ensure controlled spreadsheets, standard operating procedures etc are maintained in accordance with UKAS (ISO 17025) and preferably World Anti-Doping Agency (ISL 2021) requirements. Working competently and competently within a controlled laboratory environment the postholder will support the Principal Analyst to improve current methods and procedures and the implement review as necessary. Other duties may include duties as assigned from time to time under the direction of the Head of the DCC and contribution to research projects within the area of GC-C-IRMS and GC-MS section This is a full time (35 hours per week), and you will be offered an indefinite contract. About You To be successful in this role, we are looking for candidates to have the following skills and experience: Essential criteria Degree or higher degree in analytical science/toxicology/chemistry/ biochemistry or another relevant subject Proven expertise in Gas Chromatography Mass Spectrometry Experience of working with biological samples Proven expertise in managing analytical workload and working to meet deadlines Experience of trouble shooting and maintenance of GC/MS and or GC/C/IRMS instruments Specialist knowledge/expertise in the use of mass spectrometry, data analysis and interpretation Working within a quality-controlled laboratory environment Evidence of working within a team and leading more junior analysts Desirable criteria Post graduate degree (PhD) Working within an ISO 17025 accredited laboratory Knowledge of working in a WADA accredited laboratory Knowledge of the analysis of steroids in biological samples Downloading a copy of our Job Description Full details of the role and the skills, knowledge and experience required can be found in the Job Description document, provided at the bottom of the page. This document will provide information of what criteria will be assessed at each stage of the recruitment process. Further Information We pride ourselves on being inclusive and welcoming. We embrace diversity and want everyone to feel that they belong and are connected to others in our community. We are committed to working with our staff and unions on these and other issues, to continue to support our people and to develop a diverse and inclusive culture at King's. As part of this commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion and through this appointment process, it is our aim to develop candidate pools that include applicants from all backgrounds and communities. We ask all candidates to submit a copy of their CV, and a supporting statement, detailing how they meet the essential criteria listed in the advert. If we receive a strong field of candidates, we may use the desirable criteria to choose our final shortlist, so please include your evidence against these where possible. To find out how our managers will review your application, please take a look at our ‘How we Recruit’ pages. Grade and Salary: £45,031 - £52,514 per annum inclusive of London Weighting Job ID: 133185 Close Date: 04-Jan-2026 Contact Person: Kim Wolff Contact Details: kim.wolff@kcl.ac.uk

Liverpool John Moores University (LJMU) is a distinctive, unique institution, rooted in the Liverpool City Region and with a global presence. Our students and staff, past, present, and future, are the beating heart of our city and can be found in every corner of every industry and community. We couldn’t exist anywhere else and have shaped the city in which we belong. Working with the people of Liverpool to improve lives and support communities is at the heart of why we were founded and why we exist today. Based in the Academic Quality and Standards Team, situated within the university’s Academic Registry, this is an exciting opportunity to support the university’s mechanisms for monitoring the quality and standards of its academic programmes as well as supporting engagement with Professional, Statutory and Regulatory Bodies. We are seeking a highly organised and proactive individual, with excellent interpersonal and communication skills, capable of engaging diverse stakeholders and conveying complex information clearly. You should be able to work both independently and collaboratively, prioritise effectively and maintain accurate records. An adept report writer, you should also possess a strong analytical ability, including the ability to apply statistical principles to data, and should be proficient in the use of key IT packages including Microsoft Office, web-authoring and database management software. Informal inquiries may be made to Andrew Jarrett, Head of Academic Quality and Standards at A.J.Jarrett@ljmu.ac.uk or Lucy McKenzie, Academic Quality and Standards Team Leader (Monitoring and External Regulation) at L.H.McKenzie@ljmu.ac.uk In return, we offer an excellent benefits package including generous annual leave entitlement, pension scheme, induction and development support as well as family-friendly policies. This is an exciting time to join the university as we deliver the LJMU Strategy 2030 and its vision of LJMU as an inclusive civic university transforming lives and futures, by placing students at the heart of everything we do. If you feel that this is the role you have been looking for and your skills and experience can make a real difference at LJMU, we look forward to hearing from you. LJMU is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds and communities irrespective of age, transgender status, disability, gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity and religion or belief. All our appointments are made on merit. Please note all of our vacancies will be closed to applications at midnight on the advertised closing date, unless otherwise stated.