
Research Grants and Academic Program Manager
1 day ago
Advocacy & Policy
Funding & Health System Reform
Flexible location
Part Time, Permanent
15/10/2025
$118,037.00 (pro-rata) Super + ability to salary package up to $15,900 tax free
Part time (0.8 FTE) / permanent opportunity
Flexible - Hybrid across Australia
About the role
Reporting to the Research & Foundation Manager, this role plays a pivotal part in advancing the RACGP’s commitment to general practice research.
As Research Grants & Academic Programs Manager, you will manage the Foundation’s portfolio of research grants, awards and scholarships - overseeing the full funding lifecycle from development to close-out. You’ll coordinate funding rounds, ensure compliance and efficiency, and maintain strong engagement with researchers, universities and other partners.
You’ll also contribute to the development of new grant programs and academic initiatives aligned to the RACGP’s Research and Foundation Strategies, and support the translation of funded research into the College’s policy, standards and advocacy work.
This is a hands-on role ideal for someone who enjoys working across systems and stakeholders to deliver impact and continuous improvement in research funding administration.
About you
You are an organised, proactive and detail-oriented professional who thrives in a role that balances process excellence with purpose-driven impact. You’re comfortable managing multiple priorities and take pride in maintaining transparent, efficient and compliant systems.
**To thrive in this role, you’ll bring**:
Experience coordinating or managing research grants, awards or scholarships.
Excellent stakeholder engagement and written communication skills.
Proven ability to coordinate review panels or assessment committees.
Strong organisational and problem-solving skills, with attention to accuracy and deadlines.
Proficiency with grants management systems (experience with SmartyGrants highly regarded).
Collaborative working style and confidence engaging with internal and external stakeholders.
Demonstrated ability to coordinate and guide collaborative work programs, ensuring timely, accurate outcomes and responsive, high-quality service to stakeholders.
**Desirable**: experience in a health or research environment (particularly general practice or primary care), familiarity with CRM systems, and a relevant tertiary qualification.
Benefits of working with us
Maximise your pay - Salary package up to $15,900 tax-free for living expenses, plus additional options for meals, entertainment and novated leases, with 17.5% annual leave loading
Extra paid leave - End-of-year closure, plus cultural, ceremonial, gender transition and volunteer leave
Work-life balance - Flexible hybrid work opportunities nationwide.
Career development - A commitment to your career development, with a clear Capability Framework to guide your progression, and a contemporary professional development program to build your skills.
Join a leader - Be part of Australia’s largest specialist medical college.
About the RACGP
The Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP) represents GPs across Australia. For over 60 years, we've supported the health system by setting education and practice standards, advocating for GP wellbeing and leading professional development. We deliver training through community-based models, including the Australian General Practice Training Program, to equip GPs for whole-person care.
To apply
Applicants must have the right to work in Australia and may be required to complete pre-employment screening, including reference and police checks.
**Applications close**: COB 26 October 2025
We are a Circle Back Initiative Employer - we commit to respond to every applicant.
The RACGP acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the land and waterways in which we work and live. We recognise their continuing connection to land, water and culture, and pay our respects to Elders, past, present and emerging.and culture, and pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging.
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