Grants Officer/Coordinator
London Hybrid (2 Days Office / 3 Days Remote)
£16.22 per hour
Immediate Start | Fixed-Term Contract | June - end September 2026
Are you a highly organised science graduate or research professional looking for an opportunity to support life-changing medical research?
We're recruiting for a Grants Coordinator
to join a leading health research organisation on an immediate-start basis. This is a fantastic opportunity to work at the centre of a major research funding programme, collaborating with researchers, clinicians, and patient representatives to help drive innovative research forward.
The opportunity
You'll play a vital role in coordinating the peer review and funding process for research grant applications, ensuring a smooth and efficient experience for applicants, reviewers, and committee members.
Key responsibilities
- Coordinate the peer review process for research funding applications
- Source and assign expert reviewers while managing conflicts of interest
- Act as a key point of contact for applicants, reviewers, and committee members
- Organise committee meetings, agendas, papers, and meeting logistics
- Maintain accurate records and grant documentation
- Support governance processes and committee administration
- Assist with the implementation of a grants management system
- Provide general administrative support across the research funding team
About you
We're looking for someone who can hit the ground running and bring excellent organisational and communication skills.
You'll have:
- A degree in a scientific, biomedical, health, or related discipline, or equivalent experience
- Strong administration and project coordination experience
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- The ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
- Exceptional attention to detail
- Confidence working with a wide range of stakeholders
Desirable experience
- Research funding or grants administration
- Supporting committees, boards, or governance groups
- Patient and public involvement (PPI) activities
- Experience with grants databases or CRM systems
What's on offer?
✅ Immediate start
✅ Hybrid working (2 days office, 3 days remote)
✅ £16.22 per hour
✅ Meaningful work supporting pioneering health research
✅ Exposure to leading researchers and funding programmes
✅ Collaborative and supportive team environment
Interested? Apply today to be considered for this exciting opportunity.
