Job Description

Research Finance Assistant (110830-0825)

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Location
University of Warwick Campus, Coventry
Department
Computer Science
Position Type
Fixed Term
Duration
Fixed term contract until 31st July 2026
Salary
24,685 - 26,707 per annum
About the Role

For informal enquiries, please contact Maria Ferreiro (Resources Manager) at M.Ferreiro-Caamano@warwick.ac.uk.

The Department of Computer Science wishes to appoint a Research Finance Assistant. This role provides administrative assistance for the research function in the Department, primarily the financial management of research grants and contracts, and support grant investigators.

Flexible Working

We will consider applications for employment on a part-time or other flexible working basis (e.g. job share), despite the position being advertised as full-time.



About You
You will be educated to at least GCSE level in Maths and English, with the ability to communicate with both staff and students in a conscientious and inclusive way.


You will be supporting a wide variety of projects and administrative tasks so the ability to keep yourself well organised and prioritise your work while following set regulations and procedures is important.


There are a range of IT systems you will be required to use so IT skills and aptitude to quickly learn new systems are essential, but training will also be provided.


This role provides an excellent opportunity for the applicant to increase or extend their experience and knowledge in a positive and supportive department.

For details on the experience and skills required, please refer to the

About the Department
The Department of Computer Science is proud of their diverse community of staff, students and visitors, and are committed to maintaining an excellent record in teaching and research by ensuring there is equality of opportunity for all, fostered in an environment of mutual respect and dignity.


The Department of Computer Science holds an Athena Swan - Bronze Award. The award recognises advancement of gender equality: representation, progression and success for all.


For further information about The Department of Computer Science, please visit our website.



About the University
We are a world-leading research-intensive university founded in 1965. We are ranked

67th in the world

and

10th in the UK.

92% of our research is rated world-leading or internationally excellent.*


Find out more about us on our website.

QS World University Rankings 2024, Research Excellence Framework 2021


How to Apply

CLOSING DEADLINE: Sunday 21st September 2025 at 23:55 (BST)

To apply, please click "Apply" below and submit an application form by the closing deadline. You will be asked to include a CV and a cover letter.

Your CV should include:

Your education and employment history (including your most recent employment). Any other relevant experience (e.g. volunteering, extracurricular, etc.).

Your cover letter should explain:

Your motivations for applying to the role. Using examples, how you meet the essential and desirable criteria detailed in the

All essential criteria must be met by candidates who are invited to interview.


For guidance on writing a cover letter, see here.

Interview Date:

To be confirmed

Start Date:

1st October 2025

Please note application forms must be submitted before the stated deadline - you will not be able to submit after 23:55 (even if you opened the form earlier). Only applications submitted via our official careers portal (warwick-careers.tal.net) will be considered.



What we Offer
We provide a comprehensive range of benefits, including:

An attractive pension scheme. 26 days holiday plus University Christmas closure. Generous parental/adoption leave policy. Onsite childcare facilities. Excellent learning and development opportunities.

We recognise the importance of a healthy work/life balance and offer access to flexible working arrangements. For more information, see here.


We are proud to be a Living Wage employer.



Our Commitment to Inclusion

Equality, Diversity, & Inclusion

Warwick is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive and respectful community where everyone can thrive.


We welcome applications from all backgrounds, cultures, and communities, and actively encourage candidates from underrepresented groups to apply.


Find out more about our Social Inclusion work at Warwick.

Warwick currently holds the following awards:

Athena Swan Award - Silver Race Equality Charter Award - Bronze Disability Smart Award - Bronze

For more information on our awards and accreditations, see here.


We are also proud to be one of the six founder institutions of the EUTOPIA European University Alliance.

Safeguarding & DBS

The University of Warwick is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all those we work with.

Roles involving regulated activity are subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check at the appropriate level, in line with the DBS Code of Practice. The University will ensure that anyone subject to a barring order does not undertake any work with the barred group (children and/or adults). All employees, volunteers, and partners are expected to share our safeguarding commitment.

Rehabilitation of Ex-Offenders

The University will not discriminate against applicants who make a disclosure relating to a conviction.


Disclosures at application stage are only visible to the DBS team, not to hiring panels. This ensures fairness and removes bias from the shortlisting process.



Right to Work in the UK
We wish to advise applicants that this role is not eligible for sponsorship for a Skilled Worker visa. If you do not yet have the right to work in the UK you will need to check the UK Government Website to see if you are eligible to obtain the right to work in the UK through one of the other UK immigration routes before you make your application.