Advisor, Research Grants Team

• Become our next research grants expert and drive the success of university projects!
• UC Level 6, Salary Range $88,414 pa - $95,175 pa + 17% Super
• Full Time, Continuing Opportunity

About us:

University of Canberra’s vision is that “Together we work to empower, connect and share knowledge with our people, cultures and places.” UC is engrained in the local community and we aim to challenge the status quo through the pursuit of excellence in teaching, learning and research. The University of Canberra is ranked in the top five universities globally for reducing inequalities (THE Impact Rankings, 2023).

About the role:

Are you ready to make a strategic impact while working in a supportive and friendly environment? We’re looking for a detail-oriented Advisor to join our professional team and help drive research excellence!

In this role, you’ll offer expert advice on pre- and post-award matters for externally funded research, assist with research proposals using top-tier systems like RMS, Sapphire, and PURE, and streamline internal processes to ensure compliance. You’ll work closely with budgets, engage with grant funding areas and external partners to ensure compliance, and collaborate with Business Services and Faculty Research Support teams. Additionally, you’ll manage our Research Services website, coordinate funding opportunity campaigns, and maintain accurate records using specialised software.

About you:

• Meticulous attention to detail
• Relationship-oriented
• Proficient with computer systems
• Eager to learn and grow

Offerings/ Benefits/ Culture:

The University offers excellent conditions and benefits such as:

• Flexible working arrangements and Family-friendly policies
• On campus Gym, Medical services, Cafes, Post office, Supermarket and Childcare facilities.
• Professional Development offerings (study assistance, corporate programs and discounts)
• Innovative work environment with a diverse and inclusive culture
• Access to Employee Assistance Program and a corporate private Health Plan (Bupa)

University of Canberra embodies it’s Values of Everyone’s invites, Narragunnawali, Change the World, Dare to be Curious and Walk together which we are proud. UC sets a goal to be the national sector leader in equity, diversity, inclusion and access via Connected – A Decadal Strategy 2023-2032. UC encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities and people from culturally diverse groups.

Working rights: Applicants who wish to apply for this position should have valid working rights at the time of submission.

How to apply:

Please submit your CV along with a cover letter detailing the skills and experiences you would bring to this role, no other documentation is required at this stage. Please ensure you take the time to align your CV with the Position Description requirements. We want to understand how your skills and experience relate to the position you are applying for.

If you are initially shortlisted, you may be asked to complete an online one-way video interview. There will be a list of pre-set questions that will need to be answered within a stipulated time.

For job specific information: please contact Mrs Helene Rushby, on 02 6201 2181 or email [email protected]

Recruitment and application questions: please contact the Talent Acquisition team on 02 6206 3867 or email [email protected]

Closing date: 11.55pm, Sunday 3rd November 2024