Manager, Pre-Award

Base salary will be in the range $111,154 - $124,619 + 17% Superannuation (HEW Level 8).
As a member of the Pre-Award management team, you will provide tailored advice and guidance to researchers to identify and apply for relevant competitive research grants/funding schemes.

In this critical leadership role, you will lead a team of 4-5 grant officers, dedicated to supporting researchers in securing funding for ground-breaking research at UQ. This hands-on management position involves contributing to the daily operations of the team while supporting the broader leadership within the Research Office.

This role emphasises collaboration across the University, delivering high-quality, user-friendly client service, mentoring and developing team members and fostering a positive workplace culture.
Key responsibilities will include: Lead a team of Grants Officers and work collaboratively across the Pre-Award function to support team goals.Co-ordinate the delivery of a specialist pre-award service in accordance with University policies, procedures, and strategic priorities.Provide high-level support servicing complex matters within their area of specialisation and is the first point of escalation for less experienced staff working within the area.Provide strategic support to senior management, planning, and working groups in relation to the area of specialisation.Build and sustain partnerships and networks with other business units, functional areas, internal and external stakeholders, including contributing to projects and cross-functional initiatives.About UQAs 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 26 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 YouA degree qualification in a relevant field with extensive relevant experience; or extensive experience and management experience in technical or administrative fields, or an equivalent combination of relevant experience/training.Demonstrated experience in research administration/management including provision of strategic advice, project coordination, reporting and consulting.Experience in staff training, management, development, and mentoring, including the ability to motivate staff to meet objectives.Highly developed relationship management and consulting skills, including the ability to interact, influence and negotiate with a variety of stakeholders.Demonstrated experience and delivery of continuous improvement activities, including data analysis, to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of policies, processes, and systems.The successful candidate may be required to complete a number of pre-employment checks, including right to work in Australia and a criminal check.
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 InformationUQ 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.
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Applications close Thursday 14 November 2024 at 11.00pm AEST (R-41278). Please note that interviews have been tentatively scheduled for the week of the 18th of November.
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