Project Officer (CoSTAR)

Job Title: Project Officer (CoSTAR)
Department/School: School of Communication and Media
Campus: Belfast campus / Studio Ulster at Belfast Harbour Studios
Salary: £39,975 per annum
Duration: Fixed-Term until 31st March 2029 / Full-Time
Closing Date: 19th November 2025
Reference Number: 039446

- ABOUT US -

We are a university with a national and international reputation for excellence, innovation and regional engagement, making a major contribution to the economic, social, and cultural development of Northern Ireland.

Our core business activities are teaching and learning, widening access to education, research and innovation, and technology and knowledge transfer.

- THE ROLE -

The postholder will plan, co-ordinate, and support key areas of the work, including wide-ranging administrative tasks and analysis in support of the Management Team of the CoSTAR Screen Lab at Studio Ulster.

We may create a 12-month waiting list for the same or similar roles within the Department/Faculty. The University reserves the right to extend the waiting list across the University if required for certain posts.

- ABOUT YOU -

The postholder will be required to have:

- A degree or equivalent at Honours level or above.
- Experience in developing, implementing, and quality-assuring office systems, protocols, and procedures in relation to project development.
- Experience in writing reports, minutes, and letters in an administrative context in support of project-based work in the creative industries.

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Athena SWAN Statement

The School of Communication and Media holds a Bronze Athena SWAN Award in recognition of our commitment to advancing gender equality in higher education. You can read more about what this means on our University website. The University has a range of initiatives to support a family-friendly working environment, including flexible working.

The University is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants from all sections of the community, particularly from those with disabilities. Appointment will be made on merit.