Research Grants Manager

Description:

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, supported by the freedom to innovate and inspire, there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top university.

The Raine Medical Research Foundation was established in 1957 and is dedicated to funding health and medical research with the aim of improving health outcomes for the community.

We have a strong reputation with researchers and partners for robust, equitable and transparent processes which has led to the support of the very best scientific research in WA - this includes early-career support for research leaders such as Professor Fiona Stanley, Professor Fiona Wood, Professor Peter Klinken, and Professor John Newnham. We are looking to increase our public profile and develop new networks through the communication of research outcomes and impact. We are also expanding our suite of funding programs to help build medical research capacity and the next generation of medical research leaders in the state.

In this position, you will be responsible for leading and managing the end-to-end administration of Raine Foundation research funding programs, including management of committees and ongoing research performance and impact assessment. You will have a significant role in contributing to strategic planning and implementation, including developing and influencing policies, procedures, and processes to ensure the efficient functioning of the Raine Management Office.

• Relevant tertiary qualification or demonstrated equivalent competency
• Substantial and extensive research grants management skills and experience, including contract management, policy development, reporting, and using relevant management systems
• Experience providing executive support on Committees or Boards
• Comprehensive knowledge and demonstrated expertise in understanding of Australian medical research funding and policy. Health or medical qualifications and experience preferable
• Ability to supervise staff and allocate resources
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and high-level consultation and negotiation skills
• Excellent planning and organisational skills with demonstrated ability to set priorities and to meet deadlines
• Ability to work independently and show initiative, problem solve and work productively as part of a team