Research Services Manager

$129,062 to $135,207
- Ongoing, full-time
- Kelvin Grove (hybrid option available)
- **Reference number: 24145**:

- **Term**: Ongoing, full-time basis
- **Remuneration**: $152,734 to $160,006 pa (HEW9) (inclusive of $129,062 to $135,207salary pa, 17% superannuation and 17.5% recreation leave loading)
- **Location**: Kelvin Grove (hybrid option available)
- **Open to**:applicants who have ongoing full-time work rights in Australia. In support of our strategic priority of Indigenous Australian success, Aboriginal Australians and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

**Who are we looking for?**

We are seeking a Research Services Manager to join Office of Research Services, Research Portfolio, Academic Division.

The Research Services Manager role sits in the Research Grants Pillar (RGP) in the Office of Research Services. This team provides client service-oriented support to the QUT community in relation to domestic and international competitive research grants and fellowships The Research Services Manager plays a key role within the RGP by coordinating initiatives and activities associated with research grant funding schemes and the supervision of Senior Research Services Officers.

We’re offering this role as a hybrid position as part of QUT’s commitment to embracing the opportunities created by a more virtual and connected world.

**About us**

QUT is a major Australian university with a global outlook and a 'real world' focus. We are an ambitious and collaborative institution that seeks to equip our students and graduates with the skills they will need in an increasingly disrupted and challenged world.

Office of Research Services (ORS) works with QUT staff, students, collaborators, and partners to identify, attract and manage funding from competitive and commercial sources.

**What you need to succeed**
- Education, training and/or experience equivalent to the completion of postgraduate qualifications with at least six (6) years’ experience in research administration, particularly pre-award research grant administration, at scale, in a university research office or similar environment.
- Demonstrated knowledge of the current research funding environment, national policies, and funding issues relating to research grants administration, including evidence of skills required to read and interpret large and complex policy documents.
- Evidence of highly developed written communication skills to effectively communicate with clients at all levels of the organisation.
- Demonstrated high level oral and interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to effectively consult with clients on a range of matters in a professional and confident manner.
- Demonstrated leadership and supervisory skills with a proven ability to motivate and develop staff to achieve positive client service and work area outcomes in the context of competing deadlines.
- Demonstrated ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines working autonomously whilst maintaining good working relationships within a team setting.

**Life at QUT**

We're committed to building a culture that fosters connection between people and purpose. Beyond personal and professional fulfillment, a career at QUT offers:

- A healthy work-life balance with a blend of on-campus and off-campus work arrangements for applicable positions.
- Competitive remuneration with up to 17% superannuation.
- Generous maternity leave including primary carer parental leave of up to 26 weeks (including 17% super).
- Stay healthy with Fitness Passport and enjoy discounted rates on private health insurance.
- Leave loading of 17.5%.
- Purchased Leave Scheme - up to 8 extra weeks.
- Salary Packaging Scheme for additional superannuation contributions, vehicle leasing, and on-campus services such as childcare, parking, and gyms.
- Numerous opportunities for professional development including leadership programs and workshops, and our study assistance scheme.
- Commitment to our Indigenous Australian staff through initiatives such as the Indigenous Australian Staff Network, Cultural and Ceremonial Leave, Staff Development Workshops, and representation on university committees.
- We see diversity and inclusion as our strengths.
- Explore more benefits of life at QUT.

**Belong at QUT**

We are guided by our values of Ambition, Curiosity, Integrity, Inclusiveness, Innovation, and Academic Freedom and our QUT Connections in our mission to inspire and shape the next generation of change-makers.

In support of our Indigenous Australians Employment Strategy, we aspire to an Indigenous Australian workforce participation of 3.6% and we encourage Aboriginal Australians and Torres Strait Islander people to join us in pursuing a fulfilling career.

We believe in creating safe spaces for inclusivity to flourish and we know that diversity is our strength - see our commitment. If you’re curious, innovative, and ready to experience what a career at QUT can offer, we’re