Ref Number
B02-11041
Professional Expertise
Administration and Business Support
Department
School of Life & Medical Sciences (B02)
Location
London
Working Pattern
Part time
Salary
£36,433-£42,891
Contract Type
Fixed-term
Working Type
On site
Available for Secondment
No
Closing Date
23-Aug-2026
Biosciences is one of the world’s foremost centres for research and teaching in the biological sciences and one of the largest Divisions within UCL, undertaking a significant amount of research and teaching. The Division has a diverse portfolio addressing all areas of biology from protein interactions to cell function, organism development, genetics, population studies and the environment. Computational modelling approaches are frequently used alongside experimental research programmes and much of our research crosses traditional boundaries, including the relationship of biodiversity to the health of the planet. Activity is underpinned by high calibre science technology platforms and state of the art equipment. Educational activity includes a range of undergraduate programmes, an expanding number of Masters Programmes and a substantial number of postgraduate research students.
This is an exciting opportunity to join the professional services team, working within one of our busy Research Departments, Structural Molecular Biology, for the Institute of Structural Molecular Biology. The Assistant will be aligned to the Institute of Structural and Molecular Biology. However, depending on resource needs in other areas of the Division or Faculty, the postholder may be required to move to an alternate area, either temporarily or permanently, to undertake the equivalent role.
The post holder will provide dedicated operational support, undertaking a wide range of administration support and organisational activities within the Institute of Structural and Molecular Biology, affiliated with one of the Division’s Research Departments. The post holder will work closely with the Institute Director, academic and research staff and Divisional professional services teams, as well as other colleagues across the Faculty and beyond.
- Interview Date(s) are scheduled for: Wednesday 16 September 2026
- This is a fixed-term role for 12 months
- We will consider applications to work on a part-time, flexible and job share basis wherever possible.
- This role is eligible for hybrid working with a minimum of 80% on site.
- This appointment is subject to UCL Terms and Conditions of Service for Research and Professional Services Staff. Please visit https://www.ucl.ac.uk/human-resources/conditions-service-research-teaching-and-professional-services-staff for more information.
- This appointment is subject to UCL Terms and Conditions of Service for Academic Staff. Please visit https://www.ucl.ac.uk/human-resources/policies/2021/jun/conditions-service-academic-stafffor more information.
A job description and person specification can be accessed at the bottom of this page.
If you have any queries about the role, please contact Dr Lisa Cabrita ([email protected])
If you need reasonable adjustments or a more accessible format to apply for this job online or have any queries about the application process, please contact Biosciences staffing at [email protected].
You must be educated to A-Level or equivalent in experience in a similar role with experience of providing excellent support service on a wide range of tasks and proven experience of organising meetings and events.
Skills in problem solving, written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills are essential, as well as strong administrative skills and attention to detail.
As well as the exciting opportunities this role presents, we also offer some great benefits some of which are below:
- 41 Days holiday (27 days annual leave 8 bank holiday and 6 closure days)
- Additional 5 days’ annual leave purchase scheme
- Defined benefit career average revalued earnings pension scheme (CARE)
- Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loan
- Immigration loan and expenses
- Relocation scheme for certain posts
- On-Site nursery
- On-site gym
- Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay
- Employee assistance programme: Staff Support Service
- Discounted medical insurance
Visit https://www.ucl.ac.uk/work-at-ucl/reward-and-benefits to find out more.
As London’s Global University, we know diversity fosters creativity and innovation, and we want our community to represent the diversity of the world’s talent. We are committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive, and to being a place where we all belong.
We therefore particularly encourage applications from candidates who are likely to be underrepresented in UCL’s workforce.
These include people from Black, Asian and ethnic minority backgrounds; disabled people; LGBTQI+ people; and for our Grade 9 and 10 roles, women.
Our department holds an Athena SWAN Silver award, in recognition of our commitment to advancing gender equality.
You can read more about our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion here: https://www.ucl.ac.uk/equality-diversity-inclusion/
