Project Administrator (Robotics and AI) (Part-time)

The University of Manchester has recently established the Manchester Centre for Robotics and AI and is a leader in the development of robots for extreme and challenging environments.

The Project Administrator will provide support to the UK Robotics and Autonomous Systems (UK-RAS) Network, established in 2015 which aims to provide academic leadership in robotics and autonomous systems, expanding collaboration with industry and co-ordinating academic activities in the field.

Working alongside the Project Manager, the Project Administrator will provide high quality administrative support for network and the wider robotics group in Manchester. The postholder will carry out a broad range of administrative tasks including the preparation of reports, organising meetings, events and workshops, procurement and assisting with marketing and communications.

What you will get in return:

• Fantastic market leading Pension scheme
• Excellent employee health and wellbeing services including an Employee Assistance Programme
• Exceptional starting annual leave entitlement, plus bank holidays
• Additional paid closure over the Christmas period
• Local and national discounts at a range of major retailers

As an equal opportunities employer we welcome applicants from all sections of the community regardless of age, sex, gender (or gender identity), ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation and transgender status. All appointments are made on merit.

Our University is positive about flexible working – you can find out more here

Hybrid working arrangements may be considered.

Please be aware that due to the number of applications we are unfortunately not able to provide individual feedback on your application.

Please note that we are unable to respond to enquiries, accept CVs or applications from Recruitment Agencies.

Any recruitment enquiries from recruitment agencies should be directed to People.Recruitment@manchester.ac.uk.

Any CV’s submitted by a recruitment agency will be considered a gift.

Please note this role is not eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route of the Points Based System. Candidates will need to be able to demonstrate their right to work in the UK in order to be eligible to take up the post.

Enquiries about the vacancy, shortlisting and interviews:

Name: Jenn Dunsford

Email: jenn.dunsford@manchester.ac.uk

General enquiries:

Email: recruitmentservices.people@manchester.ac.uk

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This vacancy will close for applications at midnight on the closing date.