Post-Award and Medical Grants Officer

University of Wollongong

  • Wollongong, NSW
  • $84,793-104,996 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 12 days ago
Job Description:
  • Permanent/Continuing, full-time appointment
  • Level 6/7: $84,793 - $104,996 + 17% Superannuation
Join a dynamic team that helps UOW researchers achieve success in grant funding that enables them to undertake important research.The Research Services Office (RSO) is located within the Research and Sustainable Futures Division and supports university research staff to achieve excellence in research. We do this by assisting staff in applying for major research funding opportunities.This role operates within a fast-paced environment, collaborating with researchers across all disciplines, faculties, administration and external funding agencies. The primary purpose of this position is to oversee the administration of various external and university-based research grant schemes to enhance the ability of academic staff to secure, accept and manage competitive research funding successfully. Key duties include coordinating post-award management activities, negotiating agreements with funding agencies and industry partners, and ensuring compliance with contractual and reporting requirements.We are committed to our values: collaborative, integrity, respectful, innovative and supportive. We offer flexible working arrangements including a hybrid work structure where employees can work remotely or from the office, as needed, based on demands of specific tasks or work preferences. Working from the office is encouraged for tasks that require a high degree of collaboration.About you:
To be successful in this role you will hold a relevant degree and have extensive administrative experience, or an equivalent combination of experience, education, and training. You'll demonstrate self-motivation, initiative, outstanding communication skills, and attention to detail. Your experience in managing multiple tasks, meeting deadlines, interpreting policies, guidelines, and agreements, as well as negotiating contracts, is essential. In addition, your expertise in conducting information sessions and familiarity with Australian Competitive Research Grant Schemes, particularly the National Health and Medical Research Council along with your proficiency in reviewing applications, will be highly regarded.How to apply:
You will be prompted to respond to a selection criteria questionnaire as part of the application process. Please also attach your CV to you application.For further information about this position, please contact Monica Birrento, Manager, NHMRC & Medical Grants on + 61 2 4239 2280 orClosing date: Monday 06 May 2024, 11:59 PMNote: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Only candidates with valid work rights in Australia are eligible to apply.The University of Wollongong is committed to workplace equity, diversity and inclusion. We value and acknowledge the importance of our people's diverse experiences, talents and cultures that they bring to work with them each day. Embracing diversity and creating inclusion is a key component of attracting and retaining talent in our workforce. The creation of a diverse and inclusive workforce is central to our ability to unlock potential, enhance our success and achieving our vision of being in the Top 1% of universities globally.About Us:The University of Wollongong was born with a mission to transform our region: to educate and empower the people of the Illawarra. Our commitment to a better future has shaped our direction and impact since our inception.Over the years, we have grown to be a global diverse and inclusive civic university, working to solve global challenges and promoting harmony and social cohesion. We are proud to be a globally recognised and respected university, opening doors for our students, staff and partners.

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