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University of Technology Sydney (View other jobs from this organisation)
First listed on: 12 July 2018
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Research Grants Manager
Research & Innovation Office
UTS has a bold vision to be a world-leading university of technology. We are a dynamic and innovative university in central Sydney, consistently ranked the top young university in Australia. With a culturally diverse campus life and extensive international exchange and research programs, UTS prepares graduates for the workplaces of today and tomorrow.
The UTS Research & Innovation Office (RIO) is recruiting for a Research Grants Manager to take responsibility for the overall management of UTS grant submissions, including the coordination and communication of submission processes, resource planning and reporting relating to submissions and outcomes.
You will partner with staff within the Research and Innovation Office (RIO), Faculty Research Offices, researchers and their collaborators to manage the submission of high-quality and competitive research grant and fellowship proposals to contribute to the development of a culture of research excellence at UTS.
An integral part of this role will be to coordinate the submission of competitive grant applications to the Australian Research Council and other funding bodies in areas of research focus at UTS.
To be successful in this role, you will be passionate about supporting research, continuous process improvement and innovation with a proven record of influencing and engaging others with your leadership skills. Exceptional project management and task prioritisation skills are essential. Your strong customer-centric focus will ensure you build lasting working relationships.
As the successful candidate you will have:
- Extensive experience in the submission of research grant applications including ARC and NHMRC.
- Demonstrated expertise in building highly effective working relationships with research active academics, professional research support staff, and with external stakeholders, including an ability to exercise initiative, tact and discretion in dealing with highly sensitive and confidential matters.
- Understanding of the Australian Competitive Research Grant environment, with particular emphasis on ARC and NHMRC grant schemes.
- Demonstrated understanding of the rules and strategies for applying for research grants.
- Proven self-starter able to demonstrate initiative and resourcefulness with a strong interest in and motivation for a career in the research sector.
- Demonstrated strong organisational and project management skills to effectively manage competing priorities to meet strict deadlines.
Remuneration & Benefits
Base Salary Range: $98,340 to $111,999 pa (HEW8)
This role attracts 17% superannuation in addition to the base salary.
Our commitment to work/life support includes benefits such as flexible work practices, child care centres, generous parental leave and support to carers.
This position is full-time and appointment will be made on a fixed term basis for three years.
How To Apply
Prior to commencing your application for IRC112524 please review the Position Description and the relevant selection criteria - click on the apply link to be taken to the relevant page. You are required to address the selection criteria in your submission in a separate document.
Please note that only those applications submitted via the UTS online recruitment system will be accepted. Current UTS employees should apply through their UTS Employee Self Service function.
As you will be unable to save your application once started, please have all required documents and information available prior to commencing.
Please ensure that the file name for each document submitted includes IRC112524.
Specific enquiries or issues with your application may be directed to the UTS Recruitment Team at recruitment@uts.edu.au or on +61 (0) 2 9514 1080.
Closing Date: Wednesday 8th August at 11.59pm (AEST)
Applicants must have current and valid work rights in Australia.
Please note: We are only accepting on-line applications for this post, however, if you have a disability that makes it difficult for you to provide us with information in this way, please contact the Recruitment Team for assistance.
We are committed to diversity and social inclusion, evidenced by our WGEA Employer of Choice citation, Wingara Indigenous Employment Strategy and the UTS Access and Inclusion Plan. We welcome applications from women (particularly for senior and non-traditional roles), Indigenous Australians, people with disability, those who identify as LGBTIQ and applicants from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
Job Summary
- Closing Date:
- 08 Aug 2018
- Location:
- NSW - Sydney
- Salary:
- $98,340 to $111,999 pa
- Work Type:
- Full Time
- Category:
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Grants/Funding
Program Management/Design
Project Management/Delivery