Role type: Full time, Continuing
Faculty: Faculty of Education
Department: Office of Research Performance & Strategy
Salary: Senior Manager 1 package including up to 17% super
Overview
You will lead a high performing team that drives research excellence, income growth and impact across Education. You will shape strategic partnerships and translation pathways, including the flagship Melbourne Education Clinic, to maximise societal benefit.
What you will deliver
* Lead development and delivery of Faculty research strategy, aligning school activities with University frameworks and impact priorities.
* Oversee research funding pipelines, pre award support and income forecasting, ensuring high quality, competitive grant applications.
* Strengthen partnerships with government, schools, industry and community, coordinating engagement, translation initiatives and Education Clinic activities.
* Direct research performance reporting and analytics, providing evidence-based insights for planning, resource allocation and performance reviews.
* Lead, mentor and develop Research Performance staff, embedding collaborative, service focused and continuously improving support models.
Be a great fit
* Hold postgraduate qualifications and demonstrate extensive experience in research management, development, partnerships or related environments.
* Bring senior leadership experience guiding teams and portfolios in complex organisations, fostering collaboration, innovation and high performance.
* Possess deep knowledge of research funding landscapes, pre award processes, compliance, grant development and quality assurance frameworks.
* Apply advanced analytical skills to interpret research performance data and provide evidence-based advice to senior leaders.
* Build strong relationships with academics, partners and professional staff, influencing diverse stakeholders towards shared research goals.
* Manage multiple priorities and complex workflows, balancing strategic planning, operational delivery and continuous improvement initiatives.
Benefits and team
* 17% superannuation plus a comprehensive benefits package.
* Flexible work arrangements and programs supporting inclusion and well-being.
* Career development opportunities and access to learning platforms.
* Leave provisions supportive of work-life balance, including parental, gender-affirmation, and cultural leave.
* Salary packaging and access to discounted services and health insurance options.
* Employee well-being services including an Employee Assistance Program.
About the team
The Faculty of Education is a globally recognised leader in educational research, policy and practice. You will join a collaborative professional team that partners with academic leaders, schools and central University units to build capability, expand partnerships and deliver initiatives like the Melbourne Education Clinic.
Diversity and inclusion
The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child-safe organisation. We are committed to creating an inclusive and fair workplace where everyone is valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences. Details on Diversity and Inclusion are available on the university website.
We are committed to a barrier-free recruitment process and providing adjustments during the recruitment process.
Next steps
Applications close Sunday, 31 May 2026 at 11:55 PM Melbourne time.
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