Harwell, Oxfordshire – primarily based onsite / some home working available

2 year fixed term contract

About Us

Diamond Light Source is the UK’s national synchrotron; a huge scientific facility designed to produce very intense beams of X-rays, infrared and ultraviolet light. Our scientists use the light to study a vast range of subject matter, from new medicines and treatments for disease to innovative engineering and cutting-edge technology.

Diamond is one of the most advanced scientific facilities in the world, and its pioneering capabilities and talented staff are helping to keep the UK at the forefront of scientific research. 

About the Role

We now have an opportunity for an experienced Administrator to join our busy Divisional Office team. You will be responsible for providing a complete range of high quality confidential administrative support to the Science Division including the Deputy Science Directors and Science Group Leaders. 

As an integral member of the team, you can expect to get involved in all areas of the Division’s activities. You will undertake general administrative activities such as making complex travel arrangements, organising meetings and events, minute taking and looking after visitors.

About You

You should be educated to A level standard or equivalent, with previous Administration experience. 

You will demonstrate significant practical experience from within a busy office environment, working as part of a multi-disciplinary team, including experience of booking travel arrangements and using Microsoft Office. 

You will also demonstrate:

•  Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• The ability to manage various activities in parallel and work effectively to tight deadlines.
• The ability to reorganise tasks at short notice.
• Good attention to detail.
• Excellent time management, with effective organisational and prioritisation skills.
• The ability to manage sensitive issues with discretion.

Benefits

Diamond offers an exceptional benefits package to support staff in achieving a positive work/life balance. This includes 26 days annual leave plus Christmas closure, public holidays, 2 annual volunteering days and flexible working hours. We also offer an excellent defined benefit pension scheme. A relocation allowance may also be available where applicable.

 Our campus-based location, with open green space, offers sports pitches, an outdoor gym, as well as a network of cycle, running and walking routes. Staff also have access to a range of onsite amenities including cafes, restaurants, a daycare nursery and free on-site parking.

As standard this role offers a hybrid working arrangement with a minimum of 3 days working onsite per week.

To Apply

Please use the online application process to apply and tell us why you believe you are suitable for this role.

 This position doesn't meet the requirements for visa sponsorship. Please only apply if you have the right to work in the UK for the full duration of the contract (2 years)

The closing date for applications is 19th April 2026 however, we encourage early applications as some candidates may be interviewed before this date.