University College London
Job title:
Centre for Doctoral Training Manager (Internal Applicants only)
Company
University College London
Job description
About usThe Department of Medical Physics and Biomedical Engineering is one of the largest Medical Physics and Biomedical Engineering departments in the UK. The Department is proud to host internationally-leading research groups covering a broad range of activities and spread over several sites. Our staff and students have a diverse range of interests and expertise, covering many areas of physics, engineering, medicine, physiology, computer science, and mathematics. Our focus is on excellent academic research in identifying new technologies and methods for diagnosis, treatment and management of diseases using medical imaging, physiological monitoring, and the development of implanted devices. We also offer a range of undergraduate and postgraduate degrees.About the roleThe Department of Medical Physics and Biomedical Engineering seeks an ambitious administrative manager from within UCL for the role of Centre for Doctoral Training Manager on a 12-month secondment with a 6 month extension a possibility.The key aspect of the role will be to manage and administer the post-graduate research (MRes, MPhil, PhD) aspects of the programme.The role will include management for all matters relating to the research, studentship finance, teaching and learning activities of students from enquiry to completion, incorporating organisation of Committees and processes relating to assessment, student and course records. It will also require ongoing and close collaboration with researchers across several UCL departments (MPBE, Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering) and research centres (CMIC, CABI, IHE).To succeed, the postholder must be efficient, organised and take great care in attention to detail. In addition, the role requires interaction with many people within and external to UCL thus a professional attitude, willingness to help and a positive outlook are required to execute the duties outlined.This is an internal secondment role, available to current UCL staff only. Eligible UCL staff will have until 03/10/24 to be considered for this role.About youThe successful candidate will possess strong organisational and administrative skills, including proficiency in IT systems such as Word, Excel, and Outlook. Excellent verbal and written communication abilities are essential, along with the capability to prioritise tasks and work under pressure while maintaining attention to detail. Experience in a busy office environment, preferably within higher/further education or a teaching and learning context, is crucial. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a commitment to providing high-quality service, the ability to work independently and as part of a team, and a proactive approach to problem-solving. Additionally, flexibility in working hours, including weekend availability during peak periods, is required. Knowledge of relevant data protection requirements and familiarity with university-specific systems such as PORTICO, MyFinance and UKRI Systems such as JeS would be advantageous.Your application should include a CV and a Cover Letter: In the Cover Letter please evidence how you meet the essential and desirable criteria in the Person Specification part of the Job Description. Please upload this in the cover letter attachment section of the application form. By including a Cover Letter, you can leave blank the ‘Why you have applied for this role’ field in the online application form, which is limited in the number of characters it will allow.)What we offerAs 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
- 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
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Expected salary
Location
North West London
Job date
Thu, 26 Sep 2024 07:10:16 GMT
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