Project Administrator

Project Administrator

Location: Lincoln

Salary: From £25,949 per annum

Duration: Permanent, full-time, 37 hours per week

Closing Date: Sunday 05 July 2026

Interview Date: Wednesday 22 July 2026

Reference: CHS
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The Lincoln Institute for Rural and Coastal Health (LIRCH) – part of the University of Lincoln – is seeking to appoint an efficient, intuitive, and results‑driven Project Administrator. This is an exciting opportunity to support a growing, high‑impact research institute focused on reducing health inequalities across rural and coastal communities.

As Project Administrator you will provide vital administrative support to a dynamic project team, ensuring a highly organised, intuitive, and proactive approach to post‑award research activities. You will contribute to the smooth delivery of LIRCH by supporting coordination, communication and reporting requirements across the programme. You will manage stakeholder and partner enquiries, support finance, governance and compliance processes, and maintain project integrity while offering advice and assistance to the LIRCH academic team.

• Strong administrative and organisational skills
• The ability to manage multiple priorities independently with accuracy and efficiency
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Experience supporting projects or research activities (desirable)
• A proactive, problem‑solving approach

• 30 days annual leave (pro rata), plus 14 bank holiday and concessionary days
• Competitive and progressive pay structures
• A commitment to training and development
• A collaborative, forward‑thinking workplace

For further information about LIRCH visit LIRCH | University of Lincoln.

For informal enquiries about this opportunity, contact Amie Garforth at

This role is advertised as full time however we would be open to a flexible working pattern or job share for the right candidate(s).

We strive for a diverse workforce with the very best employees and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all. The University encourages applications from underrepresented groups inclusive of Black, Asian and other minoritised/marginalised ethnic groups, all gender identities and expressions from the LGBTQIA+ community, candidates with a disability, and those that practise different faiths and beliefs, to enhance our One Community where we strive to be kind, patient, and supportive of each other.

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