Research Grants, Contracts & Financial Coordinator

A college + university like no other
With 19 campuses and centres across the North and West Highlands, Skye, and Outer Hebrides, we cover a geographic area larger than Wales, comprising 40% of Scotland’s coastline. Our campuses and centres are located within historic towns and villages, set amongst the shorelines, mountains, and moors, with local staff working across our region to support our students and communities.

Position: We are seeking a Research Grants, Contracts and Finance Coordinator, to be based at our Thurso campus.

Responsibilities: The post holders will be lead the management of externally funded grants and contracts, ensuring funding rules, university policies and legal requirements are adhered to. You will provide financial and operational support to the Research and Knowledge Exchange department and work with the team to secure and manage projects from start to finish.

Qualifications, Experience and Skills: The suitable candidates will hold a qualification in Business Administration, Finance, Research Administration or related field. You should have a minimum of 3 years’ experience in grants and contracts administration, have knowledge of public and private funding regulations and have strong analytical and financial managements skills. Participation in large multi-partner projects and practical knowledge of the UHI and UHI NWH practices, processes and procedures relevant to the role would be advantageous.

A level of Gaelic ability would be advantageous to your application.

Salary: £40,638 - £43,207 per annum
Location: Thurso
Working Hours: 35 hours, open-ended subject to funding and probationary
Closing Date: 12pm, Thursday 11th December 2025

Benefits of working for us:
· 45 days annual leave per year (pro rata for part-time staff)
· Local Government Pension Scheme (Highland Council)
· 10% Membership Discount at Highlife Highland
· Occupational sick pay scheme and family friendly leave provisions
· Staff Support and Employee Assistance Programmes
· Employment Benefits Scheme including lifestyle savings and Cycle to Work Scheme

To Apply: For a full job description and an application form, download the pack at: Staff - Vacancies (uhi.ac.uk) or email recruitment.nwh@uhi.ac.uk

Our Ref: CBIJV-88

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