Research Operations Manager - QAEHS

Job Description

Queensland Alliance for Environmental Health Sciences Full-time, fixed-term position through to April 2026 commencing ASAP Base salary will range from $113,377 - $127,112 + 17% Superannuation (HEW Level 8) Based at our Dutton Park campus About This Opportunity We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Research Operations Manager to join our team at Queensland Alliance for Environmental Health Sciences (QAEHS) to manage the successful operations and delivery of the Centre’s core research activities. As the Research Operations Manager, you will work closely with the Director, Chief Investigators and their research teams to identify research funding opportunities, assist with the preparation of high-quality written applications for grants and fellowships, and support research management. For candidates external to the university, this role offers the perfect opportunity to diversify your career in higher education at one of Australia’s leading universities. For current UQ staff members, this is an ideal secondment opportunity offering you the chance to upskill and gain valuable experience supporting this high performing Centre. Please note any secondment arrangement would require approval from current management. Key Responsibilities Ensure that the research deliverables under the QAEHS funding agreement with Queensland Health are met. Provide administrative support in the preparation of competitive funding applications, including strategic advice and editorial review of the structure, content, clarity, style and appropriateness of the proposal for the specific funding scheme. Provide high-level project management for research projects and pre and post research contract and grants management, including coordination of collaborators and preparing quotes and proposals for contract research, consultancy work and tenders. Provide oversight and high-level support for research administration matters including the provision of advice and guidance to researchers and postgraduate students with meeting their obligations regarding the conduct of research, including human ethics, conflicts of interest. Generate, grow and develop strategic linkages with industry/other partners to support current strategic research objectives and identify new potential research opportunities. Maintain and enhance high-level relationships with research collaborators and stakeholders to ensure project activities are coordinated and running in accordance with research protocol. Identify and actively progress research funding opportunities to maximise research income, with emphasis on large scale, complex, programmatic grants, special initiatives, fellowships and industry funding. About You Our ideal candidate will have strong administrative and managerial skills as well as exceptional interpersonal, written and oral communication skills. You will have significant experience and expertise in providing high-level strategic, operational and administrative research support and advice, and the ability to proactively solve problems, prioritise workload and to work collaboratively as a key member of the team. In addition, you will possess: Postgraduate qualifications or progress towards postgraduate qualifications and extensive research management experience (preferably in the tertiary education or research sectors); or extensive relevant experience and expertise. Demonstrated skills and experience in research contract administration and management, working with a considerable degree of autonomy, preferably within a large, complex institution; or extensive knowledge of the operation and management of relevant industry, philanthropic and Australian competitive granting schemes, with specific experience in writing/editing successful funding applications. Exceptional writing and editing skills, with demonstrated ability to understand and present complex scientific content in a clear and concise manner. Demonstrated capacity to develop, manage and coordinate research projects in a multidisciplinary environment. Demonstrated ability to engage effectively with industry personnel and other stakeholders at a senior level for development and operationalising of successful funding applications and undertake contract research negotiations. Demonstrated ability to organise and prioritise responsibilities, work effectively under pressure to meet deadlines, self-motivated and ability to work independently and as part of a team. Please note, 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. The successful candidate will also be required to complete a number of pre-employment checks including criminal history and education checks. About UQ 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 flexible start/finish times 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 Affordable parking (from just $5.75 a day) Salary packaging options Questions? For more information about this opportunity, please contact Lauren Gubbin, Centre Manager, at For application inquiries, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team at , stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line. Want to Apply? 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 Other Information 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 for accessibility support or adjustments. Applications close Thursday 20 February 2025 at 11.00pm AEST (R-47339). #J-18808-Ljbffr