Manager (Research Infrastructure & Partnerships)
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Job Summary
- Lead and innovate in research infrastructure and partnerships for a prestigious Australian Group of Eight research-intensive university.
- Full-time appointment on a fixed term basis for two years.
- Base salary range: $134288 $142099 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 Research Infrastructure and Partnerships team sits within the Research Enterprise office which is dedicated to responding to strategic research opportunities and driving the Universitys research strategy.
About the opportunity
- Lead and manage a team to develop cross-disciplinary multi-partner opportunities that fund and utilise world-class research infrastructure at UWA.
- Support strategic planning and direction negotiate partnership agreements and ensure efficient sustainable operations cross infrastructure activities.
- Oversee and coordinate UWAs National Collaborative Research Infrastructure Strategy (NCRIS) efforts aligning with national priorities and maximising impact. Relationship management of key partners and stakeholders is central to the role.
About you
- A relevant tertiary qualification or demonstrated equivalent competency in a science technology engineering or mathematics discipline.
- Extensive management experience in research environments leading multidisciplinary teams and complex programs.
- Experience with research infrastructure or large technical programs (ideally including NCRIS or comparable national initiatives) and with a strong track record in strategy planning and ability to provide clear evidence-based advice to stakeholders at all levels.
- Adept at navigating research funding ecosystems negotiating agreements and have ability to build trusted relationships across academia industry and government
- You pair excellent communication and influencing skills with comprehensive knowledge of higher education policies governance compliance and operational best practice and you maintain a proactive outcomes-focused approach that delivers measurable impact.
Position description: PD Manager (Research Infrastructure & Partnerships)
To learn more about this opportunity please contact Vicky Johnstone 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 Thursday 9 October 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:
Manager
Key Skills
- IT Experience
- Project Management Methodology
- Data Center Experience
- LAN
- Cloud Infrastructure
- Computer Networking
- Visio
- ITIL
- Project Management
- SAN
- Microsoft Project
- Project Management Lifecycle
