Research Development Officer

Role type: ​Full-time​; Fixed-term until April 2026

Faculty: ​Science​

Department/School: Research Office

Salary: ​UOM 6 - $98,870 to $107,023​ p.a. plus 17% super

• Develop innovative biomonitoring techniques

• Support prestigious ARC fellowship schemes

• Investing in you - benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities.

The University of Melbourne

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Your next career opportunity

​As a Research Development Officer in our prestigious Faculty of Science, you'll have the opportunity to support world-class research and empower excellent academics. You'll play a key role in implementing strategies to enhance researcher development and research performance, with a specific focus on supporting ARC fellowship schemes. Your excellent administrative skills will be crucial in ensuring the smooth running of high-volume, deadline-driven processes in an optimised research environment.​

Your responsibilities will include:

• Manage Research Communications: Prepare, edit, and publish the Science Research Weekly Digest, keeping researchers informed of funding opportunities and events.

• Support ARC Fellowship Applications: Administer the development and submission of ARC FT and DECRA schemes, providing guidance and maintaining tracking systems.

• Coordinate Research Events: Assist in organising information sessions, seminars, and meetings to support applicants and application development.

• Provide Technical Support: Respond to enquiries about application development, including troubleshooting for the Research Management System, Cayuse.

You may be a great fit if:

You are a detail-oriented professional with excellent communication skills, capable of managing multiple stakeholders and thriving in a fast-paced academic environment whilst maintaining high standards of service and accuracy.

You may also:

• Possess a tertiary degree with relevant experience in the tertiary sector or complex organisations.

• Have excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders.

• Demonstrate high levels of service orientation and the ability to work collaboratively across organisational boundaries.

• Excel in organisational and time management skills, with the capacity to meet deadlines and balance competing demands.

• Be adept at clearly communicating complex information to a broad audience of stakeholders.

For further information please refer to the attached PD.

What we offer you

We offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits to support your success and sense of fulfillment, including:

• Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being

• Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balance

• Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance

• Health and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program

For more information check out our benefits page

Your new team - "The Faculty of Science"

Science at Melbourne is a global leader across discovery and applied scientific research and education. Science begins with curiosity, and we are dedicated to understanding the universe from the level of sub-atomic particles to the solar system. The faculty is home to seven schools: Agriculture, Food & Ecosystem Sciences; BioSciences; Chemistry; Geography, Earth & Atmospheric Sciences; Mathematics & Statistics; Physics; and Melbourne Veterinary School.

With deep disciplinary knowledge our faculty is uniquely positioned to take a globally leading role in understanding, exploring and shaping our world and humanity, within a truly comprehensive Faculty of Science. We have more than 150 years of experience in pioneering scientific thinking and analysis, leading to outstanding teaching and learning and offer a curriculum based on highly relevant research. We are dedicated to delivering transformative educational outcomes, underpinned by research, and an inclusive and inspiring student experience.

Be Yourself

The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child-safe organisation. We are committed to creating an inclusive and equitable workplace where all individuals feel valued, respected, and have the opportunity to thrive regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, age, being a parent or having caring responsibilities.

The University of Melbourne is committed to fostering a barrier-free and inclusive recruitment process. We are dedicated to providing reasonable adjustments for candidates throughout the application and interview stages, including accessible document formats and alternative application methods. To discuss your specific requirements, please feel free to contact Bec Tucker or send an email titled 'Reasonable Adjustments' to hr- You can find more information for applicants requiring reasonable adjustments on our Careers website:

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants

We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians, with unprecedented investment to attract, nurture and retain Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and staff. Tangible support through a range of programs and initiatives will ensure that you personally succeed and flourish while at the University of Melbourne.

For further information, including our Indigenous strategy please visit -

If you are a member of an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community and would like any support, please feel free to contact our Indigenous Employment & Development team via email at oied-

Working at the University - what you need to know

This role requires the successful candidate to maintain a Working with Children Check The successful candidate can apply for the WWCC as part of the onboarding process. In the case the selected candidate doesn't have a valid Working with Children Check, they will be able to apply for the WWCC as part of the initial onboarding procedures.

Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.

Join Us and unlock your career potential

Is this the perfect opportunity for you? Apply today Including the following documents:

• Resume

• Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience

• The responses against the Selection Criteria^ (found in the Position Description)

If you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please feel free to contact Oliver Bukasa via email at hr-, ensuring that you include the Position Number and the Job Title as the subject. Please do not share your application to this email address.

If you have any particular questions regarding the job please follow the details listed on the Position Description.

Applications close: ​26 August 2025.​ 11:55 PM Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) / Melbourne time zone.

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