Grants Funding Officer
Job Overview: The Grants Funding Officer will play a key role in helping researchers identify national and international funding opportunities. This position involves providing strategic advice, identifying and promoting funding opportunities, and managing communications and resources to keep researchers informed.
About the Role:
* Identify and disseminate key research funding opportunities through targeted communication.
* Coordinate and manage internal Expressions of Interest processes for limited-submission grant schemes.
* Develop and maintain digital resources to support grant-seeking activity.
* Design and deliver training and advice to researchers and staff to build capability and increase grant application success.
About You:
We are looking for an individual with strong knowledge and understanding of the Australian and international research funding landscape. You should have experience supporting research grant development and excellent written and verbal communication skills. Additionally, you should be able to manage competing priorities, use initiative, and deliver high-quality outcomes in a complex environment.
What We Offer:
Salary and Benefits:
The remuneration package includes a salary range of $93,929 to $103,641 pro-rated + 17% superannuation. Other benefits include additional University Holiday days, generous personal, life, and parental leave, annual leave loading, and purchased leave scheme. Discounts on private health insurance, gym memberships, software, travel, and more are also available.
Opportunities and Challenges:
This part-time (0.4 FTE) fixed-term job share position is located at the Callaghan Campus until July 2026. As a member of our team, you will work collaboratively within and across teams to achieve organisational goals. You will have the opportunity to make a positive impact on the research community and contribute to the university's mission to break boundaries and discover new ways of thinking.