Research Development Coordinator

Role type: Full-time; Fixed-term until December 2026
Faculty: Arts
Salary: UoM 7 - $111,275 - $120,453 p.a. plus 17% super 

• Lead research funding opportunities / Collaborate with academic and professional staff / Enhance research excellence
• Apply now to lead strategic funding initiatives and support groundbreaking research in the Faculty of Arts.
• 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 Coordinator, you will spearhead the identification and promotion of research funding opportunities, focusing on HERDC Categories 2 and 3. You will collaborate with academic staff to develop competitive proposals, manage funding applications, and ensure compliance with policies. This role offers you the chance to work within a high-performing team, contribute to the Faculty's research strategy, and engage with diverse stakeholders to drive research excellence.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Lead Funding Identification and Promotion: Target domestic and international research funding opportunities, supporting HERDC Categories 2 and 3.
• Develop Competitive Applications: Provide specialist advice and support to academic staff, ensuring compliance with funding requirements.
• Manage Contracts and Projects: Draft and negotiate contracts, set up funded projects, and liaise with external partners.
• Data Analysis and Reporting: Use data to draft reports, briefings, and presentations, supporting strategic decision-making.

You may be a great fit if: 

You are a strategic thinker with a background in humanities or social sciences, possessing excellent communication skills and the ability to manage diverse stakeholders while driving research funding success.

You may also:

• Possess a tertiary qualification in humanities or social sciences with relevant experience.
• Have strong organisational and problem-solving skills, with a strategic approach.
• Demonstrate high-level communication skills, capable of transforming concepts into proposals.
• Exhibit autonomy and teamwork abilities, managing shifting deadlines effectively.
• Be service-oriented, managing stakeholders and collaborating across organisational boundaries.

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 Research Office, Arts
The Research Office enables the Faculty of Arts' strategic aim of achieving research excellence and impact. Led by the Faculty Research Manager and comprising approximately 15 staff, the team provides effective operational support and manages key research development projects. The team has capabilities spanning the full range of research development, with particular strengths in research funding, impact and collaboration. Reporting to the Research Development Manager, you will work closely with colleagues in the Research portfolio, Research, Innovation and Commercialisation (RIC) and senior academic staff including the Associate Dean Research (Arts). 

Be Yourself 
The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child-safe organisation. We believe the diversity of our community enriches us all, and we are committed to creating an inclusive and fair workplace where everyone is valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. Discover more about Diversity and Inclusion at UniMelb.

We're committed to a barrier-free recruitment process and ongoing workplace support, providing reasonable adjustments throughout. We warmly encourage applications from people with disabilities. For assistance, please contact Bec Tucker on or at hr- (subject: 'Recruitment Adjustments'). Contact details for other enquiries are located at the bottom of this page.

Find more information for applicants requiring reasonable adjustments.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants 
We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians. Our Indigenous strategy, Murmuk Djerring outlines our investment and support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff and students.

Indigenous applicants are encouraged to connect with our Indigenous Employment & Development team at oied- for further information and support. 

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

A Working with Children Check (WWCC) is required for all positions. If successful, we'll guide you through the WWCC application process during onboarding and reimburse the cost.

Join Us and unlock your career potential 
If this role is right for you, please apply with the following documents: 

• Resume
• Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience in the role

Please note that you are not required to submit a separate document responding to the selection criteria.

Learn more about the application process, including tips and FAQs.

For recruitment queries, email Rehan Wadiwala on hr- Include the Position Number and Job Title in the subject line. Please do not send applications to this email address.

For job-specific queries, refer to the contact details in the Position Description.

Applications close: 30 November :55 PM Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) / Melbourne time zone. 

Position Description: JR Research Development