Job Description

Job number

NAT02080

Faculties

Faculty of Natural Sciences

Departments

Faculty of Natural Sciences

Salary or Salary range

37,108 - 40,166 per annum

Location/campus

South Kensington Campus - Hybrid

Contract type work pattern

Part time - Fixed term

Posting End Date

30 Nov 2025

About the role

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The FoNS Administrative Assistant plays a vital role in ensuring the smooth operation of the Faculty Office within the Faculty of Natural Sciences and serves as a key point of contact across the wider Faculty community. This varied position involves helping organise events, supporting Faculty committees, and managing various administrative tasks that assist colleagues. The post supports the FoNS Office, the Dean, and the Chief Faculty Operating Officer (CFOO), reporting directly to the Executive Assistant and working closely with staff across the Faculty and the College.

What you would be doing

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This varied position involves helping organise events, supporting Faculty committees, and managing various administrative tasks that assist colleagues. The post supports the FoNS Office, the Dean, and the Chief Faculty Operating Officer (CFOO), reporting directly to the Executive Assistant and working closely with staff across the Faculty and the College.

What we are looking for

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To assist, plan and deliver a wide range of Faculty events across the academic calendar. For example, this can include (but is not limited to) prestigious annual lectures, prize-giving events, research showcases, research seminars, Faculty social events, and away days. Research venues, suppliers, contractors and prices. To assist in coordinating suppliers and all event logistics (for example, venue, catering, travel).

What we can offer you

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The opportunity to continue your career at a world-leading institution and be part of our mission to use science for humanity. Benefit from a sector-leading salary and remuneration package (including 41 days' annual leave and generous pension schemes). Access to a range of workplace benefits including a flexible working policy from day one, generous family leave packages, on-site leisure facilities and cycle-to-work scheme. Interest-free season ticket loan schemes for travel. Be part of a diverse, inclusive and collaborative work culture with various staff networks and resources to support your personal and professional wellbeing.

Further information

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This role is for a fixed-term contract until 31st March 2029 (0.6 FTE position with potential for extension and conversion to full-time)



If you require any further details about the role, please contact: Sorina Damsa (s.damsa@imperial.ac.uk)

Available documents

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Please note that job descriptions are not exhaustive, and you may be asked to take on additional duties that align with the key responsibilities mentioned above.

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