Manager, Research Grants (Health Impact Theme, NHMRC, MRFF)

• Flexible location
• Full-time and continuing
• HEW 9 $127,682 - $135,330 + 17% Superannuation (pro rata, part time)

Why work with us?

At Deakin you will have access to benefits such as a variety of leave options including generous parental leave and the ability to purchase additional leave; flexible working arrangements to help manage your work-life balance; ongoing learning and development opportunities to grow your career; an inclusive and supportive culture and environment to work in, both online and on campus.

The Manager, Research Grants will provide leadership to a team of officers and co-ordinators dedicated to the delivery of high-quality enabling customer services to the University in the pre-award space for NHMRC and MRFF grant applications. The incumbent will work closely with colleagues from Faculties and Institutes, Contract Administration Team and across the Research Portfolio.

The Manager, Grants is responsible for solving complex issues associated with successful grant applications and negotiating mutually agreeable solutions with funding bodies, partner organisations and researchers. The Manager is also responsible for the management processes associated with the life cycle of grants and fellowships, including coordinating the activities of the team reporting to this position.

As a Manager, Research Grants, you will:

• Oversee the submission of competitive funding applications to funding bodies ensuring eligibility and compliance of applications to university policy and sponsoring body funding rule including the provision of high level grantsmanship advice on the content of applications to ensure the preparation of high calibre grant applications in order to contribute to the improvement of the University’s application success rate.
• Understand environmental trends and integrate this knowledge in to maintaining a very high level of expertise in at least one major Australian competitive funding source and its schemes (NHMRC-MRFF) and co-ordinate services to and liaison with the relevant funding body on behalf of the University.
• Provide leadership by supporting, training, and mentoring and developing the skills and expertise of the pre-award team members and by contributing to the knowledge of the office and division as a whole.
• Empower people and role model overseeing the recording and updating of pertinent information on the University’s research database and document management systems to ensure high levels of data integrity and accuracy of research income and research grant information.
• Develop and implement processes to minimise the University’s exposure to risk by managing and overseeing all operational aspects of grants.

To be successful, you’ll have:

• An equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.
• Proven experience driving forward initiatives with stakeholders to achieve operational and strategic outcomes.
• Experience providing high level and complex advice and services to senior Managers through the establishment of meaningful relationships.
• A high-level knowledge and understanding of the Australian research environment and a solid understanding of the international research context.
• Experience interpreting funding rules, guidelines, policies, and procedures and providing high level advice to clients.
• Experience in the use of research databases and a high level of competence in standard office computing applications including document management systems.

Here's how to apply: 

Please submit your updated resume and a short cover letter outlining your skills and experience.

For a confidential discussion regarding this role, please contact Ciara Boyd (Executive Director, Research Funding Services) on [email protected]. 

For a copy of the position description, please see below:

 Manager, Research Grants_ HEW 9 (Health Impact Theme, NHMRC, MRFF) (2).pdf

Applications for this position close on 12/2/24 at 11.55pm.

Are You Ready?

Deakin is a Victorian university with a global impact. We are an agile, dynamic, and innovative university committed to making a positive impact through our excellence in education, research and innovation and the contributions we make to the wider community.

We understand that our reputation has been built on the dedication and expertise of our staff and we offer a dynamic and diverse working environment with opportunities to grow and develop careers. We believe that a progressive, thriving culture will ensure that people choose to come, and stay at Deakin and contribute to our ongoing success.

We value diversity and aim to build an inclusive environment that champions, embraces and respects differences. We support and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and people of all abilities, cultures, sexual orientation, and genders.

Advertised:04 Dec 2023 AUS Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close:12 Feb 2024 AUS Eastern Daylight Time