Research Finance Officer

University of Edinburgh Information Services Group

Research Finance Officer overseeing budgets for externally funded research at University of Edinburgh. Advising on policy and regulations throughout the project lifecycle.

Posted 5/19/2026full-timeEdinburgh • 🇬🇧 United KingdomMid-LevelSenior💰 £34,610 - £39,906 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead on the management of budgets for all externally research funded grants and contracts
Advise on policy and regulations from proposal to final report stage

Requirements

What you’ll need

Experience in managing budgets for externally funded grants and contracts
Knowledge of policy and regulations related to research grants
Strong analytical and financial management skills
Ability to advise on projects from proposal to reporting stages

Benefits

Comp & perks

Professional development and subject matter expertise
Leading-edge research
Excellent benefits and support
Contributing to the work and purpose of the University
Generous annual leave entitlement
Defined benefits pension scheme
A wide range of staff discounts
Family-friendly initiatives
Flexible work options

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Hard Skills & Tools

budget managementfinancial managementgrant managementcontract managementanalytical skills

Soft Skills

advisory skills