Job Title
Research Grants and Development Advisor, NHMRC & State Government Grants Portfolio
Job Description
An excellent opportunity is available for a Research Grants and Development Advisor to join the Research Grants and Development Office at Australia’s pre-eminent biomedical research institute.
About the position
The Research Grants and Development Advisor is a key member of the Research Grants and Development Office, facilitating Institute-wide research development initiatives and leading research grant administration and management.
Selection Criteria

Education/Qualifications

• Appropriate tertiary qualifications, ideally postgraduate degree in a science discipline or demonstrated equivalent experience and/or training

Essential Skills

• Excellent oral and written communication skills and ability to build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• High level analytical, conceptual and problem-solving skills
• An inclusive work style and ability to work supportively and collaboratively with a high level of energy, enthusiasm and initiative and a proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, while committing to continuous personal and business improvement

Research Management Experience

• Demonstrated experience in facilitating implementation of strategies to increase research income from government (e.g., NHMRC, MRFF etc.) and / or other funding sources (e.g., philanthropic, industry etc.)
• Knowledge of research grant management including the ability to analyse funding and other agreements prepare variations and reports to funding bodies (scientific and financial) seeking advice and escalating issues when required
• Knowledge of grant funding programs, research funding rules and regulatory framework, and grant management across the grant lifecycle
• Experience supporting researchers to prepare grant applications including provision of resources for proposal and budget development

Terms of appointment
This position is a parental leave replacement position for a period of 12 months in a full-time capacity. Salary is Professional Services Employee Level 7 ($101,911-$110,320). Up to 17% superannuation and very attractive salary packaging options are available.
General enquiries can be directed to Dr Alex Carey Hulyer –
careyhulyer.a@wehi.edu.au
.
A position description is available
here
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How to apply
Please apply by uploading your CV and cover letter in pdf format.
Application closing date: 5 May 202

Please refer the Job description for details