It is a very exciting time at The Kids Research Institute Australia as we continue to evolve from what began in the 1980's as a vision to create a world-class child health research hub.
We have recently changed our name from the Telethon Kids Institute, but we continue to achieve our vision of happy, healthy kids!
The Research Development team is responsible for coordinating applications, and administering funds, for externally and internally funded research grants, fellowships, prizes, and awards to build excellence in research which will improve the health and wellbeing of children.
Working alongside the Research Development team at The Kids and reporting to the Manager of Grants and Research Development, this role is integral in providing research grants administration and development support.
Some of your key priorities will include: Managing the day-to-day operational aspects of the grant support process.
Working with researchers to ensure grant applications are of the highest quality and ensuring research grants are submitted on time and comply with funding requirements.
Assisting researchers to identify and apply for funding opportunities including grants and fellowships.
Maintaining the Institute's grants management system.
Building and maintaining relationships with relevant internal and external stakeholders, including researchers and funding bodies.
Conveniently based in our offices in Nedlands, this full-time opportunity will be offered on an ongoing basis.
About you
To be successful in the role you will have a graduate degree in Science or Communications and/or equivalent experience in research administration and grant development, excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability and passion to help others.
The key to your success will also be your demonstrated experience in the following: Excellent time management skills including the ability to manage varied and conflicting demands to meet deadlines.
Ability to show initiative, work independently and ability to work cooperatively with members of the team to accomplish joint tasks and common objectives.
A high level of proof-reading skills and attention to detail.
Proficiency in the use of computer software packages and demonstrated aptitude and ability to develop spreadsheets, databases, and PowerPoint presentations.
Comprehensive knowledge of national and state competitive health research grant opportunities from government and non-government sources, in particular NHMRC and ARC is considered highly desirable.
We are driving inclusion and diversity as part of the way we work and embrace the diverse career and life experiences of our staff.
If you meet a number of the requirements (and not all), we encourage you to submit your application.
We also encourage you to address any career disruptions (if applicable) you may have had in your cover letter.
About Us
Our aim is to create a workplace where people are respected and encouraged to fulfil their potential.
We encourage a workforce that is innovative, eager to acquire knowledge and enhance skills; we embrace all employee differences, foster a culture that supports diversity and inclusion, and are committed to providing reasonable accommodations where required.
Some of our staff benefits include:
Additional annual leave over Christmas and Easter.
Save on tax and increase your take-home pay by salary packaging up to $15,899 of Living Expenses and up to $2,650 on Entertainment Benefits each FBT year.
Extensive health and wellbeing program with weekly events.
Flexible work options and hybrid working.
Reward and recognition program.
Professional development opportunities including access to unlimited online training with LinkedIn Learning.
Modern offices and end of trip facilities, including sit to stand desks.
Access to Corporate Health Insurance.
Staff purchasing discounts including travel, IT Hardware and stationery.
How to apply
If you think that this is the right role and an exciting new challenge for you, please click on 'Apply Now' to navigate to our Career Site to view the Job Description and submit your application.
Your cover letter (no more than 2 pages) should specifically address your skills and experience outlined in the "About You" section above.
Applications will only be accepted through our career portal.
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Closing Date:
17/10/2024 - We reserve the right to hire prior to the closing date.
The Kids Research Institute Australia is committed to being champions of gender equity, diversity, and inclusivity.
We actively encourage applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities, and cultures, including: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with diverse genders, sexes and sexualities and people living with disability.
As such we are a proud Bronze award recipient of the first Australian Athena Swan Science in Australia Gender Equity (SAGE) pilot program.
We acknowledge that when working in environments which contribute to the health and wellbeing of Aboriginal people, it is imperative that Aboriginal people are at the forefront of this work.
We have launched the Aboriginal Employment and Career Development Strategy to increase the number of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff, students and researchers employed in the Institute who provide guidance and support in our work in Aboriginal health.
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