Manager (pre-award)

College Majors

Toowong, Queensland, Australia
Base: $117,958–$132,247; bonus/equity: not specifi...
Hybrid
Research grants administration experience
Team leadership in peak submission periods
Strategic oversight of grant applications
The University of Queensland is seeking a Manager for its Pre-Award Grants Office in Toowong, Queensland, to lead a team responsible for overseeing high-value grant applications. This full-time, fixed-term position emphasizes both strategic leadership and hands-on involvement in grant management, catering to a diverse funding landscape

Job Summary

  • This role involves leading a dedicated team of five to support over 2,500 annual grant applications at one of Australia's leading universities.
  • The position offers a competitive base salary ranging from $117,958 to $132,247 plus 17% superannuation for a 12-month fixed-term contract.
  • Candidates will provide expert advice on compliance and competitiveness while balancing strategic oversight with hands-on involvement in major submissions.

Matching Summary

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The University of Queensland is seeking a Manager for its Pre-Award Grants Office in Toowong, Queensland, to lead a team responsible for overseeing high-value grant applications. This full-time, fixed-term position emphasizes both strategic leadership and hands-on involvement in grant management, catering to a diverse funding landscape.

Salary

Base: $117,958–$132,247; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: 17% superannuation + 17.5% annual leave loading + up to 26 weeks paid parental leave

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Research grants administration experience
  • Team leadership in peak submission periods
  • Strategic oversight of grant applications
  • Knowledge of compliance and best practice
  • Project management across multiple timelines

Nice-to-have

  • Data-driven process improvement skills
  • Trusted relationship building with academics
  • Solutions-focused approach to issues
  • Commitment to continuous improvement culture

Key Requirements

  • Strong experience in people management
  • Deep experience in research grants administration
  • Unrestricted work rights in Australia required
  • Proven ability to lead teams through peak periods

Work Rights

Must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia

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