Research Administrative Coordinator; CAGE

Overview

Research Administrative Coordinator (CAGE) –  at University of Warwick. This role supports the work of the CAGE Research Centre within the Department of Economics, funded by the Economic and Social Research Council.

The CAGE Research Centre is based in the Department of Economics at the University of Warwick. It delivers a programme of research and events addressing real world policy issues.

As Research Administrative Coordinator you will be a key part of a small team which supports the work of the CAGE Research Centre. You will be proactive, self-motivated, have excellent attention to detail, and be able to work as part of a team. Ideally you will have previous experience in a higher education or research setting with good Excel and SAP (or equivalent) skills.

For formal details of the required skills and experience, please refer to the job description attached as a PDF.

The Department of Economics is regarded as a leading economics department in the UK and Europe. It is consistently ranked highly in UK and international league tables and has strong research performance.

The University of Warwick is a world‑leading research‑intensive university founded in 1965. It is ranked among the top universities globally and in the UK. A high proportion of our research is rated world‑leading or internationally excellent.

Closing deadline: 11th January 2026 at 11:55pm (UK Time). To apply, click "Apply" and submit an application form including a CV and a cover letter.

Your CV should include your education and employment history (including your most recent employment) and any other relevant experience (e.g. volunteering, extracurricular activities).

Your Cover Letter should explain your motivations for applying and demonstrate how you meet the essential and desirable criteria detailed in the job description.

All essential criteria must be met by candidates who are invited to interview. For guidance on writing a cover letter, see the job description (PDF attached below).

Interview Date:
January 2026.

Start Date:

1st February 2026.

Application forms must be submitted before the stated deadline. Applications should be submitted via the official careers portal ().

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 flexible working arrangements. We are a Living Wage employer.

Warwick is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive and respectful community. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and actively encourage candidates from underrepresented groups to apply. Learn more about our Social Inclusion work at Warwick.

We are also a founder institution of the EUTOPIA European University Alliance.

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 DBS check at the appropriate level, and the University will ensure that anyone subject to a barring order does not undertake work with the barred group.

All employees, volunteers and partners are expected to share our commitment to safeguarding. Disclosures at application stage are visible only to the DBS team to ensure fairness in the shortlisting process.

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, check the UK Government website for eligible immigration routes before applying.

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