Senior Manager, Awards

University of Queensland

St Lucia, Australia
Base: $138,006 - $145,943 (hew 9); bonus/equity: n...
Hybrid
Senior level post-award research grant management
Contract execution and compliance frameworks
Team leadership and professional development
This role empowers UQ's world-class research community by leading a high-performing post-award team through complex grant frameworks and peak submission cycles

Job Summary

  • This role empowers UQ's world-class research community by leading a high-performing post-award team through complex grant frameworks and peak submission cycles.
  • The Senior Manager oversees the entire post-award lifecycle including preparation, review, and execution of grant agreements while ensuring strict compliance with institutional policies.
  • Candidates will benefit from up to 26 weeks paid parental leave, 17% superannuation, flexible hybrid working options, and access to on-campus childcare.

Matching Summary

This role empowers UQ's world-class research community by leading a high-performing post-award team through complex grant frameworks and peak submission cycles.

Salary

Base: $138,006 - $145,943 (HEW 9); Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Up to 17% super allowance plus 17.5% leave loading

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Senior level post-award research grant management
  • Contract execution and compliance frameworks
  • Team leadership and professional development
  • Experience with NHMRC and MRFF funding streams
  • Strategic stakeholder engagement capabilities

Nice-to-have

  • Resilience in high-pressure peak submission cycles
  • Continuous improvement mindset for operational excellence
  • Ability to communicate across diverse academic fields

Key Requirements

  • Postgraduate qualifications or equivalent extensive experience in research administration
  • Proven track record managing major health and medical funding streams
  • Unrestricted work rights in Australia required; no sponsorship available

Work Rights

Must have unrestricted work rights in Australia

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