Senior Awards Officer

Description:

• Research Office

• Full-time, permanent position

• Base salary will be in the range $100,554 - $109,496 + 17% Superannuation (HEW Level 7)

• Based at our St. Lucia Campus

Are you passionate about making a real impact in research administration? An exciting opportunity has emerged to join the University of Queensland as a Senior Awards Officer within our high-performing Research Office team.

In this pivotal role, you will be at the forefront of supporting UQ’s world-class research by managing the post-award lifecycle of competitive research grants. From negotiating complex agreements to providing expert advice on compliance and funding policies, you will play a key role in ensuring the seamless delivery of research outcomes that shape a better future.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled research administration professional who thrives in a dynamic environment, values continuous improvement, and is passionate about contributing to the success of Australia's most awarded research institution. If you are ready to bring your expertise, initiative, and customer-focused approach to a role where your contribution truly matters, we would love to hear from you.

Key responsibilities will include :

• Manage the acceptance, establishment, and administration of research grants, ensuring timely execution of agreements and compliance with UQ and funding provider requirements.

• Provide expert advice and high-level support to researchers and professional staff across the University on post-award processes, funding rules, reporting obligations, and project variations.

• Negotiate, review, and coordinate the execution of complex grant contracts and agreements, balancing partner requirements with UQ’s policies and risk appetite.

• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, mentor less experienced team members, and build strong partnerships with internal and external stakeholders to enhance service delivery.

As part of the UQ community, you will have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world.

Everyone here has a role to play. As a member of our professional staff cohort, you will be actively involved in working towards our vision of a better world. By supporting the academic endeavour across teaching, research, and the student life, you will have the opportunity to contribute to activities that have a lasting impact on our community.

Join a community where excellence is at the core of our culture, contributions are valued and a range of benefits and rewards are available, such as:

• Up to 26 weeks paid parental leave or 14 weeks paid primary caregiver leave

• 17% superannuation contributions

• 17.5% annual leave loading

• Access to flexible working arrangements including hybrid working options, flexible start/finish times, purchased leave, and a condensed fortnight

• Health and wellness discounts – fitness passport access, free yearly flu vaccinations, discounted health insurance, and access to our Employee Assistance Program for staff and their immediate family

• UQ Study for Staff

• On campus childcare options

• Affordable parking (from just $6.15 a day)

• Salary packaging options

• A relevant degree and/or significant experience in research administration, ideally within the higher education sector.

• Detailed knowledge of, or ability to rapidly acquire knowledge of, higher education policies and procedures in relation to research administration with demonstrated skills in interpreting and commenting on research policy, rules and regulations.

• Proven ability to manage stakeholder relationships, negotiate outcomes, and provide high-quality customer service in a dynamic environment.

• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and analytical skills, with a strong attention to detail and ability to manage competing priorities.

• Demonstrated experience mentoring colleagues and contributing to a positive, high-performing team culture.

• A proactive mindset with a commitment to continuous improvement, innovation, and delivering outcomes that support research excellence.

• Demonstrated highly developed project management capabilities with evidence of autonomy, high level analytical prioritisation and time management skills.

• Proven experience in research funding management, as well as managing and resolving complex research funding contractual and compliance issues will be highly regarded but not essential.

The successful candidate may be required to complete a number of pre-employment checks, including right to work in Australia and a criminal check.

You must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply. Employer sponsored work rights are not available for this appointment.

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Georgina Hockings at georgina.hockings@uq.edu.au For application inquiries, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team at talent@uq.edu.au, stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line.

All applicants must upload the following documents in order for your application to be considered:

• Cover letter summarising how your background aligns to the ‘About You’ section

• Resume

UQ is committed to a fair, equitable and inclusive selection process, which recognises that some applicants may face additional barriers and challenges which have impacted and/or continue to impact their career trajectory. Candidates who don’t meet all criteria are encouraged to apply and demonstrate their potential. The selection panel considers both potential and performance relative to opportunities when assessing suitability for the role.

We know one of our strengths as an institution lies in our diverse colleagues. We're dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion, fostering an environment that mirrors our wider community. We're committed to attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent. Reach out to talent@uq.edu.au for accessibility support or adjustments.

Applications close Sunday 11/05/2025 at 11.00pm AEST (R-50644). Please note that interviews have been tentatively scheduled for the 15th of May 2025.