Current Jobs

Are you an ambitious researcher looking to take the next step in your career? Warwick Physics has a strong track record of supporting early career fellows secure fellowships to help establish themselves as independent researchers.

We welcome applications from candidates seeking to hold any externally funded fellowship with us. Our department fosters a dynamic and inclusive research environment, and we especially encourage applications from individuals from underrepresented backgrounds.

To apply with Warwick Physics as the host, an Expression of Interest (EOI) and a CV must be submitted. You will need to have the support of a mentor from within one of our research clustersLink opens in a new window who will provide advice and guidance. All EOIs will be reviewed by a selection panel. If numbers of applications to a particular scheme are limited, the panel will decide which will be supported. For full details on how to submit your EOI, visit the Physics Fellowships webpagesLink opens in a new window. We look forward to supporting your research journey!

Warwick Physics provides a healthy supportive working environment, dedicated to providing outstanding scientific guidance, mentorship and personal development. We value individuals with care giving responsibilities and offer flexible working hours to accommodate their needs.

For more information on Warwick’s commitment to and support of equity, diversity and inclusion please visit: https://warwick.ac.uk/services/socialinclusion/.Link opens in a new window

For more information on the Department’s commitment to promoting gender equality and on our Juno Champion and Athena Swan Silver awards please visit: https://warwick.ac.uk/fac/sci/physics/staff/working/juno/.

Apply here by 23.55 (UK time) on 26th March.

This is an exciting opportunity to join the professional services team in the Department of Physics at the University of Warwick.

We are seeking to appoint a Senior HR assistant to work closely with the Administrative Officer (HR) to deliver an efficient and effective HR service to the department, and act as a first point of contact for line managers and employees for all HR matters.

You will be one of two Senior HR Assistants providing support to the department. Your duties will include administrative support and diary management for the Head of Department. You will also provide cover when the HR Administrator is absent.

About You

We are looking for someone with excellent communication skills who can liaise effectively with all levels of staff and external candidates.

You will have a proven ability to build and maintain strong working relationships.

You will be highly organised and be able to prioritise your own workload while working independently and as part of the wider professional services team.

You will have experience of working in a HR or an administrative environment, preferably within Higher Education. You will be experienced in managing a diverse workload and filtering demands on the time of senior staff.

You will have excellent IT skills, with a good working experience of Microsoft Office packages and a proven ability to quickly learn and use new IT systems.

Full training will be provided as appropriate. Whilst training you will be expected work full time on campus.

For details on the experience and skills required, please refer to the job description.

Apply hereLink opens in a new window by 23.55 (UK time) on 24th March.

We are seeking a proactive and highly organised Administrative Officer to provide an effective in-house administrative service for the Department of Physics. This is a varied and rewarding role where you will apply your strong administrative skills to provide advice, support and guidance across a wide range of matters, with a particular focus on HR.

You will be responsible for ensuring the smooth operation of all HR processes within the department, working closely with the Director of Operations, Head of Department and other senior colleagues.

About You

We are looking for someone with significant administrative experience in a similar environment. You will have proven experience of line management and a sound understanding of typical HR processes.

You will be confident handling sensitive matters with discretion and maintaining confidentiality. You will be experienced in developing, implementing and managing local procedures and systems.

You will have excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work empathetically and effectively with colleagues at all levels.

You will be highly organised, able to plan and prioritise a varied workload, work accurately with close attention to detail, and perform well under pressure.

For details on the experience and skills required, please refer to the job description.