"Research Funding Officer"

• 492508
•  90 Sippy Downs Drive, UniSC Sunshine Coast, QLD, Australia, 4556
•  Office of Research
•  Full-Time
• Office of Research | UniSC Sunshine Coast or UniSC Moreton Bay
• Level 7, $99,285 - $108,534 p.a., plus up to 17% employer superannuation
• Full-time, ongoing appointment

The Opportunity

Join our dynamic team to empower researchers by strategically identifying and disseminating external funding opportunities and supporting all aspects of research development and management. You'll play a key role in planning and delivering professional development programs on funding opportunities, while providing expert guidance in the preparation and submission of research proposals. If you're passionate about driving research success and fostering innovation, we want to hear from you!

For more information, please visit us online: Office of Research

You will

• develop and implement strategies to grow and support research partnerships and contracted research funding in partnership with UniSC researchers; and
• facilitate UniSC researchers to build and maintain research partnerships and leverage mutual opportunities for funding into research applications and proposals (industry, international, government, non-government organisations and sponsored).

About you

You’ll possess exceptional communication and organisational skills, enabling you to effectively manage and coordinate multiple complex projects. You’ll thrive both collaborative and independent settings with diverse internal and external stakeholders. Additionally, your high level of digital literacy will enhance your commitment to delivering quality, user-friendly, and responsive client service.

You will possess:

• a degree qualification in a relevant discipline and relevant experience within a university, research institute or government organisation with proven research development expertise, or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training;
• well-developed writing, editing and budgeting skills, including the ability to write/review coherent and persuasive proposals;
• ability to engage in a range of approaches to generate solutions, seeking organisational input and advice to apply innovative solutions;
• strong capacity to function as part of a team, including supporting other team members on a project-by-project basis;

Desirable

• previous Research Management and Information Systems experience e.g., Research Master, is highly desirable.

UniSC is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, including those with disabilities, women in STEM, First Nations Peoples, and individuals of diverse cultures, genders, abilities, and experiences. We value achievement relative to opportunity and encourage your commentary on your achievements in this context. For additional support during the application process, please contact us at unisc-careers@usc.edu.au or call +61 7 5430 2830.

Position Description: Research Funding Officer.pdf

All applications must be lodged through our website. To apply please visit our website at: Careers at UniSC

Applications for this position close midnight, Friday 21 June 2024

Your completed application must include:

• a resume and a statement of suitability (not to exceed two pages), which be reviewed in alignment to the specified selection criteria as outlined within the position description.

Further information regarding how to prepare your application is available on our website: Join our team

UniSC does not accept unsolicited applications. For agency inquiries, contact unisc-careers@usc.edu.au

We would love the opportunity to get to know you better, but we know it works both ways. To get to know a little more about us, visit us at: Welcome to UniSC and LinkedIn Life

Have questions or want to know more? For a confidential discussion, please contact:

Dr Felicity Lose

Acting Manager, Research Funding

Telephone: 07 5459 4525

Email: flose@usc.edu.au

Discover UniSC

We're all about doing work that matters, connecting with great people, and being part of an incredible journey. We’re not the biggest university. But we’re growing every day, and doing big things. Like ground-breaking research, championing sustainability, producing gold-winning athletes and award-winning alumni.

We're one of the fastest growing universities in Australia, growing to over 2,000 people across 5 campuses in South East Queensland.

Teaching excellence is at the heart of what we do, and our commitment to sustainability is integrated into our teaching, research, and daily operations. Our research tackles the most pressing challenges of our time, with 26 research fields ranked at or above world standard according to the Excellence in Research for Australia Rankings. At UniSC you will have the opportunity to contribute to the educational landscape for future generations.

We foster a collaborative and supportive environment, encouraging continuous professional development and providing resources to enhance your career. We recognise and value the contributions of each team member to our culture and success. We're not afraid to be different, and we're looking for people who share our values and want to be part of a team that is working together to improve our local and global challenges.

Our Culture & Benefits:

• Our collaborative, passionate and welcoming culture is what really sets us apart.
• Modern teaching & research facilities.
• Professional development and career pathway opportunities.
• We are a proud recipient of the prestigious Athena SWAN Bronze Award, granted as part of the Science in Australia Gender Equity (SAGE) initiative.
• Flexible work arrangements & generous leave options.
• Salary packing options + 17% Super.
• EAP, fitness passport & discounted private health.