Research Officer; INTERNAL x2

Research Officer (INTERNAL ONLY) x2 Research Impact and Culture

Location: Lincoln
Salary: From £28,031 per annum
Please note, this post is permanent and full-time at 37 hours per week.
Closing Date: Sunday 28 June 2026
Interview Date: Tuesday 07 July 2026
Reference: CSS
424A

The Post Award Research Office (PARO) serves as a central hub for supporting research activity and funding compliance, fostering a collaborative environment that addresses the University’s strategic goals in research excellence and external income generation.

We are looking for enthusiastic individuals to provide an efficient, positive and proactive approach to work. You will work closely with colleagues to safeguard the delivery of funded research through the provision of effective and informed administrative support and financial oversight.

You must be able to work as part of a team, hold excellent administrative, planning, and organisational skills, and be able to build positive working relationships with multiple stakeholders.

In support of our commitment to developing colleagues by providing opportunities for internal movement and promotion, applications for this opportunity will only be accepted from people who are currently employed by the University of Lincoln, our current students, and any currently engaged agency workers who have been with us for more than 12 weeks. We actively encourage applications from all colleagues across the University with the relevant skills and experience.

For more information about this exciting opportunity, please contact Frances Pearson, Strategic Post Award Lead via

• Job Description and Person Specification
• Job Description and Person Specification

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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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