Senior Research Development Officer

Every institution values excellence. What matters most is why.
Griffith was created to be a different type of university.  You’ll find we’re about leading research, academic excellence, and the transformative power of education. But what sets us apart is why those things matter and how you’ll achieve them.

Why? Griffith brings together exceptional minds like yours from across the globe and from all walks of life. Here, we do incredible work, questioning and challenging, always in the pursuit of excellence.

The Griffith Criminology Institute (GCI) is a large, diverse, and high-performing group of scholars focused on crime and justice issues. Through collaboration and innovation our research is helping find solutions to universal problems. GCI is a world leader in the criminology field and has twice achieved the highest possible ranking for research quality in the Australian Research Council Excellence in Research Assessments. Our research is distinctive in its focus on rigorous scholarship coupled with engaged translation, to achieve real world change.

GCI is seeking an experienced and motivated Senior Research Development Officer. The SRDO plays a pivotal role within the Institute, working with researchers to stimulate future research growth and sustainability in criminology, policing and security, prevention, justice, and corrections. This position presents a fantastic opportunity to work in a varied role for one of the largest and most productive criminology research communities in the world.

Key responsibilities include but not limited to:

• facilitating and supporting all Research Development activities for the Institute and helping to create a vibrant research culture;
• growing the amount and sources of research income;
• helping identify, foster and develop research talent, including among PhD students;
• managing internal peer review processes for external competitive grant applications and meeting with members to maintain a pipeline of applicants, identify suitable funding opportunities, help develop track record and advise potential applicants;
• communicating GCI’s research both internally within Griffith through the provision of support for identifying and writing nominations for internal recognition for academics and externally through the provision of support for applications for prestigious awards and fellowships and helping shape research translation platforms;
• supporting the Institute in other professional and administrative capacities as directed by the Institute Director.

What we can offer
This is a fixed term (until 30 June 2027), full-time position and will be primarily based at the Griffith University Mt Gravatt campus. A part-time appointment (0.8FTE) may also be considered. As Griffith is a multi-campus University you may be required to work across other campus locations. Griffith University’s campuses are located on the lands of the Yugarabul, Yuggera, Jagera, Turrbal, Yugambeh and Kombumerri peoples.

Salary Range
The full-time equivalent base salary will be HEW Level 8 in the range $108,764 - $122,356 per annum, plus 17% superannuation. The total FTE package will be in the range $127,254 - $143,157 per annum.

About you
The successful candidate will hold a tertiary degree and relevant experience in Research Development, or an equivalent alternative combination of relevant knowledge training and/or extensive experience in academia, industry or government, preferably in the Humanities and Social Sciences.

You will also demonstrate:

• The ability to identify, conceptualise and develop successful grant applications.
• Knowledge of international and national research policy environments, granting scheme rules and current issues and emerging trends in the higher education research sector.
• Well-developed analytical and problem-solving and Research Development skills, combined with an ability to work under broad direction, self-start and to work independently in a team environment.
• Well-developed communication, negotiation and relationship management skills including the ability to liaise with academic staff and colleagues at all levels.

A high degree of awareness of the criminology research environment, good understanding of commercial research and consultancy work, strategic knowledge of the broader Australian research environment, and familiarity with philanthropic funding pitches would be desirable.

Why Griffith?
As a values-led organisation, at Griffith University, we've worked hard to create a dynamic and strong organisational culture. We offer:

• Mix of on campus and work from home options available and a supportive work environment
• Salary packaging options and corporate health discounts
• Generous leave entitlements including paid parental leave and leave loading
• Health Safety and Wellbeing initiatives – on campus Gym facilities

How to apply
At Griffith, we’re committed to providing a safe and inclusive environment for all - whoever you are and wherever you’re from. If you require any accommodations, we welcome you to let us know so we can work with you to participate fully in our recruitment experience.

Griffith University values diversity, inclusion and flexibility and we encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, and people of all backgrounds to apply. For more information please visit our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion page. Griffith University also maintains a strict zero-tolerance policy against all forms of modern slavery. For more information, please refer to Griffith’s Modern Slavery Policy.

Please submit your application online and ensure it includes the following:

• A covering letter outlining your suitability for the role (please refer to the About you section above and the position description)
• Current curriculum vitae/resume including full contact details
• A sample piece of writing that demonstrates your academic writing and analytical skills

Applicants must have unrestricted working rights. VISA sponsorship is not available for this position.

Successful candidates may be subject to a criminal history check.

For further information specifically about this role, please contact Irene Dullaway, Institute Manager on (07) 373 51*** or **********@griffith.edu.au

For application support, please contact People Services on (07) 373 54*** and quote reference number REF5259W.

Closing date:  Wednesday, 5 June 2024 at 5pm AEST. All applications must be submitted online.

Please allow at least 1 – 2 weeks from the closing date to expect an application update.