Grants Officer, Post Award - Research Grants & Contracts

The Opportunity

• Full-time (35 hours week) permanent role
• Hybrid/Flexible working including 9-day fortnight option available
• Level 6/7 starting from $% super

The Role:

Research Grants and Contracts (RGC) contributes to UNSWs research performance and profile via the effective management of the Universitys research income. RGC is the key link between UNSW researchers executive and funding agencies such as the NHMRC ARC other government and non-government research funders philanthropic competitive grant funders and industry partners.

Each year the RGC manages projects valued at more than $450M in research income which includes more than 3000 applications and 6000 ongoing projects on behalf of UNSW supporting more than 2000 UNSW academics.

This position is part of the Post Award team dedicated to the delivery of high-quality customer focused services to the University in the post-award space. Post-Award Grant Officers ensure that researchers holding funding meet all sponsor financial and progress reporting requirements; and that information stored in the management system is accurate and reliable. The Grants Officer Post Award works closely with other team members and colleagues from other research support units such as the Research Finance teams.

The Grants Officer Post Award reports to the Grants Manager and has no direct reports.

About UNSW:

UNSW isnt like other places youve worked. Yes were a large organisation with a diverse and talented community doing extraordinary things however what makes us different isnt only what we do its how we do it. Together we are driven to be thoughtful practical and purposeful in all we do. Taking this combined approach is what makes our work matter. Its the reason were Australias number one university for impact and among the nations Top 20 employers.

Benefits and Culture:

UNSW offer a competitive salary and access to UNSW benefits including:

• Hybrid/Flexible working
• Additional 3 days of leave over the Christmas Period
• Access to lifelong learning and career development
• Progressive HR practices
• Discounts and entitlements
• Affordable on-campus parking

About You

Level 6

You bring relevant qualifications and/or experience in administration program or project management. A background in research grant support will be highly regarded.

You communicate clearly and effectivelyboth in writing and in personand youre confident interpreting and applying complex policies and procedures. Youre comfortable using standard office software and are efficient in handling information management systems especially when delivering high-volume client-focused services.

Youre known for your professionalism and ability to deliver high-quality customer-focused support even when working under tight deadlines. You also understand and are committed to UNSWs goals values and policies. Additionally you take your health and safety responsibilities seriouslyboth psychological and physicaland are committed to staying informed through relevant training.

Level 7 (In addition to Level 6)

You are an experienced research funding professional with a strong track record in managing complex grants and providing high-level strategic advice. Youll bring deep expertise in interpreting research policies resolving intricate funding issues and recommending policy improvements where needed. Your financial acumen enables you to confidently manage budgets and perform advanced calculations while your proactive approach drives continuous improvement in service delivery and operational efficiency.

In this role youll also mentor junior staff fostering a collaborative and high-performing team culture. Youll work closely with management to implement quality assurance processes and identify risk areas in research offering practical solutions. As a recognised expert in a designated portfolio of granting body rules and legislation youll be a trusted advisor to both research staff and Grants Officers ensuring compliance and excellence in research funding support.

To Apply: If supporting research administration is of interest to you please submit your CV Cover Letter and Responses to each of the Skills and Experience nominated in the Position Description via the APPLY button.

Contact: Shiree Thomas Talent Acquisition Consultant E:

Applications close:11.55pm Sunday 13^th July 2025

UNSW is committed to equity diversity and inclusion. Applications from women people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds those living with disabilities members of the LGBTIQ community; and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent are encouraged. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability and access to flexible work options for eligible staff.

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