"Senior Research Development Officer"

• Full-time, fixed term position until 31st October 2026
• Exciting opportunity for an experienced Senior Research Development Officer in the higher education sector to join the Research Operations team
• Base Salary $126,065 - $142,171 (HEO8) + 17% superannuation

About the opportunity

As the Senior Research Development Officer, you will play a key role in supporting research funding performance at the University by providing strategic advice to researchers to develop high quality, successful research grant applications.

In partnership with faculties and schools, you will be responsible for developing and delivering development activities and supporting the development of processes and systems for the identification of research opportunities for researchers, to enhance funding success.

Your key responsibilities will be to:

• work within a dynamic team, reporting to the Research Development Manager
• provides strategic advice to help researchers secure competitive research funding and build research reputation for the University
• proactively support the development of systematic mechanisms for identification of research opportunities for researchers
• manage and support the provision of research development services and resources provided by the Pipeline and Pre-Award Team
• build and maintain key stakeholder relationships, research development activities and communications
• actively contribute to a positive team culture for research development in partnership with faculties across the university
• maintain a sound working knowledge and awareness of work health and safety regulations and operating procedures.

About you

• tertiary qualifications and/or relevant work experience in a related field
• a demonstrated ability to provide sound strategic research development advice and support to researchers
• excellent analytical, strategic and critical thinking skills with demonstrated experience in evaluating complex problems/information to make sound judgements
• a strong understanding of the higher education sector environment and culture, and the research funding landscape
• a sound knowledge of Government policies and procedures regarding research funding and processes related to identifying, securing and managing funding
• knowledge of strategy and policy development, planning and policy review and implementation
• a track record of achievement in the development and success of research grant applications.

Sponsorship / work rights for Australia

You must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this employment to be eligible to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment.

Pre-employment checks

Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment.

EEO statement

At the University of Sydney, our shared values are trust, accountability and excellence and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community that thrives through diversity and reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this through our commitment to diversity and inclusion, evidenced by our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people living with a disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and those who identify as LGBTIQ+. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.

We are proud to be recognised as an Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) Gold employer. Find out more about our work on diversity and inclusion.

How to apply

Applications (including a cover letter, CV, and any additional supporting documentation) can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page.

For employees of the University or contingent workers, please login into your Workday account and navigate to the Career icon on your Dashboard. Click on USYD Find Jobs and apply.

For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or any documents in alternate formats, please contact Nicole Turle, Recruitment Operations by email to nicole.turle@sydney.edu.au

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Applications Close
Sunday 29 March 2026 11:59 PM