Senior Adviser (Major Research Initiatives)
Senior Adviser (Major Research Initiatives)
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Job Description
- Support leading research teams via partnership development and strategic guidance
- Flexible working options
- Full-time appointment on a fixed term basisuntil August 2026
- Base salary range: $116262 $127078 p.a. plus 17% superannuation
About the area
The Office of Research provides professional and expert support services to facilitate research excellence and knowledge transfer at the University. It is also at the forefront in executing the Universitys research strategy.
The Major Research Initiatives team sits within the Research Enterprise office to respond to strategic research opportunities.
About the opportunity
- You will under broad direction actively work with researchers to expand and diversify the research income base of the University.
About you
- A relevant tertiary qualification or demonstrated equivalent competency.
- Substantial and extensive relevant experience in research funding and development of stakeholder partnerships at an appropriate level.
- Sound knowledge and demonstrated expertise in relevant higher education policies including current issues associated with research.
- Excellent planning and organisational skills with demonstrated ability to set priorities and to meet deadlines.
- Demonstrated ability to lead and manage demonstrate initiative and work productively as part of a team and lead a substantial program.
Position description: Senior Adviser (Major Research Initiatives)
To learn more about this opportunity please contact Kate McKenzie at
How to apply
Please apply online via the Apply Now button. The content of your Resume and Cover Letter should demonstrate how you meet the selection criteria.
Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Wednesday 6 August 2025.
This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.
About the University
The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record vibrant campus and working environments there is no better time to join Western Australias top university.
Our commitment to inclusion and diversity
UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We are committed to fostering a safe environment for all including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people women those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds the LGBTIQA community and people living with disability.
If you require any reasonable adjustments we encourage you to advise us at the time of application. Alternatively you can contact us for assistance during the recruitment process.
If you have queries relating to your application please contact the individual named in the advertisement. Alternatively please contact the Talent team at with details of your query. To enable a quick response please include the 6-digit job reference number.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
