• Faculty of Health, Medicine and Behavioural Sciences

• Two full-time (100%), permanent positions

• Base salary will be in the range $111,154 - $124,619 + 17% Superannuation (HEW Level 8)

• Based at either our in either the St Lucia, Dutton Park or Herston precincts

Faculty of Health, Medicine and Behavioural Sciences 

The newly established Faculty of Health, Medicine and Behavioural Sciences (HMBS) will be an interdisciplinary powerhouse of innovation and collaboration to lead integrated solutions to the needs of the communities we serve locally and globally. UQ offers one of the widest ranges of health and behavioural sciences programs of any Australian university, and the ambition for this new Faculty will be to will be to leverage its unified suite of esteemed schools, institutes and centres to unlock opportunities within UQ and with external partners.

About This Opportunity 

Providing essential support in research and researcher development, the Manager, Strategic Research Initiatives role strategically aligns targeted research initiatives to secure major funding opportunities. This position offers high-quality advice and project management support to leaders during the preparation of significant funding applications, while fostering effective partnerships with the central Research Office, the research community, and external partners engaging with the University.

Operating under the direction of the Associate Dean (Research) and the Associate Director of the Faculty Research Office, the role supervises others in delivering strategic research support and collaborates with researchers and research support staff across all campuses and sites.

Key responsibilities will include: (Maximum 3-4 points)

• Leverage extensive networks to collaborate with the Associate Dean (Research) in assembling teams for major funding opportunities, providing strategic advice and project management for applications. 

• Lead high-priority funding applications by offering grant craft support, including feedback, writing, editing, and external reviews, ensuring optimal research administration. 

• Maintain in-depth knowledge of research performance and growth areas, building relationships to advise on strategic research support for major funding. 

• Develop initiatives that help researchers remain competitive in securing funding from national and international agencies. 

• Supervise and support others in providing strategic research support, establishing strong networks across the faculty and central Research Office to achieve strategic priorities. 

About UQ

As part of the UQ community, you will have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world.

Everyone here has a role to play. As a member of our professional staff cohort, you will be actively involved in working towards our vision of a better world. By supporting the academic endeavour across teaching, research, and the student life, you will have the opportunity to contribute to activities that have a lasting impact on our community.

Join a community where excellence is at the core of our culture, contributions are valued and a range of benefits and rewards are available, such as:

• 26 weeks paid parental leave or 14 weeks paid primary caregiver leave

• 17% superannuation contributions

• 17.5% annual leave loading

• Access to flexible working arrangements including hybrid working options, flexible start/finish times, purchased leave, and a condensed fortnight

• Health and wellness discounts – fitness passport access, free yearly flu vaccinations, discounted health insurance, and access to our Employee Assistance Program for staff and their immediate family

• UQ Study for Staff

• Affordable parking (from just $5.75 a day)

• Salary packaging options

About You

• An in-depth understanding of research management and development and the national and international research funding environment.   

• Knowledge of University operations and the ability to rapidly acquire an understanding of UQ policies and procedures in relation to research management.  

• Demonstrated skills to operate in an environment that requires problem solving, decision making and prioritisation to link researchers with funding opportunities.  

• Proven ability to influence and engage stakeholders to achieve outcomes.  

• A high level of proficiency in leveraging information systems and business applications to support initiatives.  

The successful candidate may be required to complete a number of pre-employment checks, including: right to work in Australia, criminal check, education check and mandatory immunisations.

Work Rights: 

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

Questions? 

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Dr Zoe Cahill. For application queries, please contact [email protected] stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line. 
 

Want to Apply? 

All applicants must upload the following documents in order for your application to be considered:

• Cover letter summarising how your background aligns to the ‘About You’ section  

• Resume 

Other Information 

UQ is committed to a fair, equitable and inclusive selection process, which recognises that some applicants may face additional barriers and challenges which have impacted and/or continue to impact their career trajectory. Candidates who don’t meet all criteria are encouraged to apply and demonstrate their potential. The selection panel considers both potential and performance relative to opportunities when assessing suitability for the role.

We know one of our strengths as an institution lies in our diverse colleagues. We're dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion, fostering an environment that mirrors our wider community. We're committed to attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent. Reach out to [email protected] for accessibility support or adjustments.

Applications close Tuesday 19th November 2024 at 11.00pm AEST (R-43704).