Senior Research Services Project Officer

• An exciting role to make a difference
• Based in Brisbane, Melbourne or Sydney
• Flexible hybrid working conditions
• Salary – $95,000 – $99,000 plus superannuation
• 12-month contract

Natural Hazards Research Australia (the Centre) is Australia's national centre for natural hazard resilience and disaster risk reduction. The Centre addresses the major challenges arising from natural hazards, including bushfires, floods, cyclones, heatwaves, storms and other hazards. The Centre undertakes research that promotes resilience to the impacts of natural hazards and reduces disaster risk, supporting the needs of a variety of critical stakeholders – including emergency service agencies and communities – in mitigating impacts of, responding to and recovering from disasters caused by natural hazards.

Purpose of the position

The Senior Research Services Project Officer is a senior member of the Research Services Team. The role supports the efficient development, implementation, and management of research projects in the Centre. This includes supporting the research, translation and implementation elements for each project and playing a role in ensuring that outputs meet the needs of project end-users.

This 12-month contract is a great opportunity for a skilled senior project manager who is flexible and adaptable, with excellent written and verbal communication skills, attention to detail and a capacity to meet deadlines and deliver quality outcomes.

The successful candidate must have strong stakeholder engagement skills with demonstrated experience in research project management, maintaining and updating research products and systems and creating concise and accurate reports and dashboards.

The position will be located in one of the Centre's nodes in either Brisbane, Melbourne or Sydney, with flexible working conditions available from these locations.

Selection criteria

Education:

• Tertiary qualification with subsequent relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.

Specific knowledge and experience required:

• Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills, together with the ability to liaise effectively with a mature, friendly and confident personal style, and build and maintain strong and effective relationships with a diverse group of stakeholders.
• Strong skills and experience in project management, including a demonstrated ability to plan and organise work efficiently and to operate effectively in an environment characterised by short and often conflicting time frames.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment and mentor staff.
• Strong skills and experience in implementing contract management and grant processes including drafting, negotiation and finalisation of research agreements.
• Advanced writing skills and the ability to undertake projects independently, liaising with external stakeholders as necessary and meeting deadlines.
• Advanced conceptual and analytical skills, including the ability to identify issues, manage data and develop appropriate solutions.
• Experience and sound skills in using software packages to support reporting, project management and customer relationship functions.
• Highly developed skills in MS Office and other related programs.

Desirable knowledge and experience:

• Experience in research administration including knowledge of the workings of universities and research organisations.
• Knowledge of the workings of government departments and agencies.
• An understanding of intellectual property management.

Application process

Applications close 11.59pmAEST Wednesday 10 September 2025.

Further information can be found in the position description on the website - Opportunities | Natural Hazards Research Australia.

To apply, please submit a CV and a two-page cover letter introducing yourself, your skills and addressing the selection criteria of the role to

For more information contact Naomi Westwood, Research Services Manager:

Employment may be subject to the successful completion of a security screening process.

To be considered you must have the right to work in Australia.