School Postgraduate & Research Administrator, Psychology (PSY070A)
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a School Postgraduate and Research Administrator to join the School of Psychology administrative team.The postholder will coordinate the administrative setup and delivery of the Leverhulme Trust-funded doctoral training centre – the Leverhulme Institute for Networks and social Connectivity in AGEing (LINC-AGE). This will involve working closely with the academic lead, the LINC-AGE board, the Graduate School, School administrative teams, and postgraduate researchers to ensure the successful delivery of programme objectives and funder requirements.
Job Description
The postholder will also lead administrative support of postgraduate research and research activities within the School of Psychology. This will include taking a lead role in the administration of postgraduate research programmes, supporting students throughout their lifecycle from admissions through to thesis submission and examination, while also contributing to the wider research activities of the School.
The postholder will also provide high-level administrative support to the School of Psychology Directors of Research and Postgraduate Research, the Director of LINC-AGE, and other academic staff.
The School of Psychology is committed to providing a supportive, inclusive and collaborative working environment. The School was the first at the University of Aberdeen to achieve an Athena SWAN award and is now proud to hold an Athena SWAN Gold Award, recognising its sustained commitment to advancing gender equality and fostering an inclusive culture.
Salary will be at the appropriate point on the Grade 5 scale, £33,662 - £37,369 per annum, and negotiable with placement according to qualifications and experience.
Informal enquiries should be made to Ms Kaye Taylor, Interim School Administration Manager (kaye.taylor@abdn.ac.uk) or Professor Louise Phillips, Director of LINC-AGE (louise.phillips@abdn.ac.uk)
In accordance with the UKVI immigration rules, it is with regret that this role DOES NOT MEET THE SALARY REQUIREMENTS for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route. For this role, the successful candidate must be able to demonstrate their right to work in the UK prior to commencing employment and obtain the right to work in the UK. Information on other visa options is available at https://www.gov.uk/check-uk-visa.
To apply online for this position visit www.abdn.ac.uk/jobs
Job Reference Number: PSY070A
The closing date for the receipt of applications is 30 October 2026
The School of Psychology embraces a diverse working environment and recognises the many benefits this can bring. Applications from individuals from across all of the equality protected characteristics are encouraged.
Please Note
If you are unable to complete an application online, please contact the Recruitment Team (HRRecruitment@abdn.ac.uk) to make alternative arrangements for submitting your application within plenty of time before the advertised post closes.