Manager, Research Insights and Enablement

• Lead a team that drives research excellence.
• Shape strategy that strengthens research outcomes.
• Full-time appointment on an ongoing basis.
• Base salary range: $134288 $142099 p.a. plus 17% superannuation.

About the area

Operating under the leadership of the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research) the Office of Research provides strategic operational and compliance support across the full research lifecycle facilitating research excellence and access to infrastructure and platforms ensuring that UWA maintains its position as a leading research-intensive university upholding the highest standards of research ethics and governance.

About the opportunity

• You will have a significant role in leading and managing the Research Insights and Enablement Team in administering research insights and enablement activities.
• You will contribute to key strategic planning and direction for the team including developing and influencing policies procedures and processes to ensure efficient functioning.
• You will handle complex and diverse enquiries using your expertise and judgement to independently analyse issues and develop solutions.

About you

• Relevant tertiary qualification or demonstrated equivalent competency.
• Demonstrated ability to determine long term planning and key strategic direction.
• Substantial and extensive management skills and experience including ability to supervise staff within a highly specialised team and allocate resources.
• Comprehensive knowledge and demonstrated expertise and understanding of Australian higher education research funding and policy.
• Demonstrated ability to analyse interpret and respond to emerging policy to prepare and present advice and reports and incorporate within organisational procedures.

Note: Employment checks will include information on gender-based violence sexual harassment and related misconduct to meet legal obligations. A finance check and a current national police check would be required and the successful applicant may also be required to undertake occasional interstate travel and some after-hours work.

Position description: PD - Manager Research Insights and Enablement (522694).pdf

To learn more about this opportunity please contact Laila Simpson 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 Tuesday 24 February 2026

This position is only open to Current UWA staff.

Please note: Unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted outside of formal channels.

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.

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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.

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