Database and Research Lead Development

Database and Research Lead Development Hours: Full-Time, 36.25 per week (0.8 FTE may be considered) Contract: Permanent Salary: £35,000 Want to make an application Make sure your CV is up to date, then read the following job specs carefully before applying.

• £40,000 depending on experience, with the possibility of further flexibility for an exceptional candidate (pro rata for a 0.8 FTE position). Location: Trinity Lane, Cambridge, CB2 1TL The Role This is an exciting opportunity to join one of the most successful college development programmes. Clare College is celebrating its 700th anniversary this year. Accompanied by a new strategic vision for the Colleges eighth century, the anniversary provides an opportunity to launch Clares next fundraising campaign. The Database and Research Lead will play a key role in the overall success of the Development Office and the new campaign. The successful applicant will ensure the integrity, accuracy, and effective use of the Colleges Development database and will provide comprehensive gift administration and data services. Responsibilities include the overseeing of constituent data with other College and University systems, providing general administrative support for the office and preparing briefings for the Master, other senior College Officers and fundraisers for use on visits and at events. The hours of work will be 36.25 per week with the specific hours to be agreed with the successful candidate. The success of the Development Office depends on the flexibility and ethos of its staff. The role holder will be required to participate in activities outside the core job description that are important to the overall development programme and the College. About Us Clare College is the second oldest of the 31 Colleges in the University of Cambridge. Regarded as one of the most progressive and informal, Clare is renowned as a College that achieves academically at the highest levels, whilst also being welcoming, forward-thinking, and inclusive. Located in the heart of Cambridge city centre, the College is extraordinarily beautiful and famed for its gardens on the Backs (the famous backs of the Colleges that overlook the River Cam). Our gardens are widely renowned as some of the best in Cambridge and are valued by all members of the College, as well as our guests. Clares Old Court, a Grade I listed building, is the centre of the College and is unique among the ancient Cambridge Colleges in having maintained its architectural integrity over the course of its history. Salary and Benefits The salary will be between £35,000 and £40,000 with the possibility of some additional flexibility for an exceptional candidate. There will be a four-month probationary period. Confirmation in role will be subject to satisfactory completion of the probationary period. The role-holder is entitled to 26 days holiday per year, plus public holidays. Other benefits include eligibility for a free parking space in College, and a free lunch in College on working days. We also offer membership of a defined pension contribution scheme. Clare College is a non-smoking environment and an Equal Opportunities Employer. The closing date is Wednesday 30th September 2026 N.B. The College reserves the right to close this vacancy before this date if a suitable candidate is found. Interviews will take place on 8th October 2026. Interested ? If you would like to apply and find out more about this position, please click the apply button to be directed to our website. We are committed to the principles of equal opportunities, diversity and respect and want to be known as an employer that invests in its staff, recognising and rewarding them for their commitment. xwwtmva No agencies please.