* Appointment commensurate with experience: PSC 8 $108,195 to $117,117 or PSC 9 $126,238 to $131,344 per annum
* Full-time, Ongoing
* Parkville and Heidelberg Locations
We are seeking a Strategic Grants Officer to join our Grants Office team. This role is pivotal in strengthening research competitiveness by supporting researchers to identify funding opportunities and develop high‐quality grant applications. Working closely with researchers, funding bodies, and University of Melbourne research offices, you will provide expert pre‐award grant development support, funding intelligence, and proposal coordination across national and international funding schemes.
What You'll Do
* Identify, analyse and communicate funding opportunities from government, industry and philanthropic sources
* Provide strategic advice to researchers on funding options, eligibility and grant development approaches
* Coordinate grant development timelines and submissions
* Review applications for quality, compliance and alignment with funding criteria
* Develop funding alerts, guidance materials, templates and toolkits
* Deliver workshops, information sessions and internal grant support programs
* Maintain accurate funding and application records and track success rates
* Liaise with internal teams to ensure policy, governance and financial compliance
* Support reporting requirements for NHMRC and other funding bodies
* Contribute to initiatives that enhance institutional grant success
About You
You are a highly organised and collaborative professional with strong communication and editorial skills, and a genuine interest in supporting research excellence. Flexibility may be required during peak grant periods, including occasional work outside standard hours.
You'll Bring
* Tertiary qualifications in a health science discipline and/or at least 4 years relevant experience (or equivalent combination)
* Broad scientific understanding and familiarity with biomedical terminology
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills
* Strong customer service mindset and stakeholder engagement skills
* Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines
* High attention to detail and demonstrated confidentiality and professionalism
* Experience with online grant management systems (e.g. Sapphire, RGMS, RMS, Grants.gov)
* Experience with financial policy interpretation, budgeting or data analysis
Benefits
* Be part of a purpose‐driven team making a tangible impact.
* Work in a collaborative environment that values innovation and inclusivity.
* Flexible working arrangements available.
Applications close Wednesday 15 April 2026.
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia. The preferred applicant for this job will be asked to consent to a police check.
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