Principal Research Administration Officer, Indigenous Health (Identified S25)

Position open to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates only
Join a collaborative environment making a positive impact on Indigenous Health research
Plan for your future with a generous 17% superannuation allowance
Based at the centrally located
About the UQ Poche Centre
We are an Indigenous-led health research centre focusing on Indigenous ways of knowing, being and doing. We undertake multidisciplinary research to enhance understanding of diverse health issues affecting Indigenous peoples, reduce health inequity and improve health outcomes.
In addition, we aim to nurture the next generation of Indigenous research leaders. As part of UQ’s commitment to research excellence, we are proud to provide our staff with access to grant writing support, greater research funding opportunities, and post-fellowship contracts via our . You’ll also have the opportunity to connect with UQ’s broader of approximately 150 academic and professional staff members, as well as our student and alumni networks.
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About This Opportunity
An exciting opportunity is available for a Principal Research Administration Officer to join the UQ Poche Centre for Indigenous Health. As the Principal Research Administration Officer, you will facilitate the dissemination of information and advice to researchers (both staff and students) on sources of research support, both external and internal. You will provide high-level assistance to researchers through all stages of the grants and ethics application and assessment processes and administer the grants awarded.
Key responsibilities will include:
Research advisory
Providing subject matter expertise and high-level advice on all aspects of Research Administration
Funding and grant administration
Providing high-level, insightful feedback on grant/funding applications
Funding opportunities
Advising and assisting researchers in the identification of opportunities, both in terms of advocacy and funding, for the advancement and sustainability of activities
General administration
Maintaining research-related databases, records, and electronic documentation
Communication and engagement
Sourcing and disseminating information on relevant internal and external research funding opportunities to academic staff
For further information, please click to view the information booklet.
This is a full-time (100%), fixed-term position for up to 2 years.
At HEW level 7, the full-time equivalent base salary will be in the range $96,649 - $105,244, plus a generous super allowance of up to 17%. The total FTE package will be up to $113,080 - $123,136 annually. As this role is covered by an Enterprise Agreement, you will also receive regular remuneration increases – at least once a year.
About You
The University of Queensland considers that being Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander is a genuine occupational requirement for this position under s25 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991(Qld). The position is therefore only open to Australian Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people. Successful candidates are required to provide evidence to confirm that they are an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person.
The successful candidate will be required to provide evidence to confirm that they are an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person.
Completion of a degree with at least four years subsequent relevant experience; OR extensive experience and management expertise; OR an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.
High level of computer proficiency and practical understanding of administrative computer applications, especially with data on mainframe corporate systems.
Proficiency at an advanced level using computer software packages for word-processing, data storage and retrieval, and spreadsheets.
Detailed knowledge of higher education policies and procedures in relation to Research Administration or demonstrated capacity to gain this knowledge.
Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills.
In depth knowledge of human resource policies and procedures or demonstrated capacity to gain this knowledge.
In depth knowledge of the University’s Faculties and Institutes or ability to rapidly acquire knowledge.
Demonstrated experience in the development of strong external and internal relationships.
Demonstrated ability to generate and write briefings, strategic reports, and/or policy papers with a high attention to detail, either in conjunction with other senior staff members or independently.
Demonstrated and well-advanced experience in the area of Research Administration or research management.
Integrity, diplomacy, and sensitivity in communicating with a wide range of client groups.
Ability to work cooperatively and constructively with staff from within a variety of settings from within the University and external to the University.
Excellent abilities as a team player.
In addition, the following mandatory requirements apply:
Work Rights: You must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment.
Questions?
For more information about this opportunity, please contact Heather Young, Poche Centre Manager, at . For application queries, please contact stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line.
Want to Apply?
All applicants must upload the following documents in order for your application to be considered:
Cover letter addressing the ‘About You’ section
Resume
Other Information
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If you are a current employee (including casual staff and HDR scholars) or hold an unpaid/affiliate appointment, please login to your staff and visit the internal careers board to apply for this opportunity. Please do NOT apply via the external job board.
Applications close Tuesday 19th March 2024 at 11.00pm AEST (Job Reference Number - R-36155).