Job description
This is a re-advertisement, previous applicants need not apply.
We are seeking a part-time (21 hours per week over 3 full-time days 8am – 4pm) Administrative Assistant to join the Administration team of Oxford Thermofluids Institute, Department of Engineering Science, located at Southwell Building, Osney Mead, OX2 0ES. The post is permanent.
You will be responsible for providing administrative & goods in support for the Southwell Lab as well as the day-to-day running of the OTI reception desk. This includes welcoming guests, answering the phone, processing purchase orders, checking/receipting deliveries and other administrative duties as detailed in the job description.
You will have the ability to use standard computer programs (Outlook, Word, Excel), have a good understanding of issues around confidentiality, possess the ability to understand and pass on accurate information and have attention to detail. You should be self-motivated and able to work independently but knowing when to refer matters to others. You should have experience in customer facing roles and/or administrative work.
Informal enquiries may be addressed to [email protected]
For more information about working at the Department, see www.eng.ox.ac.uk/about/work-with-us/
Only online applications received before midday on 31 August 2023 can be considered. You will be required to upload a covering letter/supporting statement, (describing how past experience fit with the advertised position), CV and the details of two referees as part of your online application.
The Department holds an Athena Swan Bronze award, highlighting its commitment to promoting women in Science, Engineering and Technology.