Job Description
Full job description
Classification: ANU Officer 8 (Administration)
Salary package: $121,359 to $129,772 per annum plus 17% superannuation
Terms: Full Time, Continuing
The Position
The Deputy Manager, Research Funding leads a team of Research Funding professionals, mentoring and supporting staff to achieve excellence. They will work in close collaboration with senior managers in the Research Funding and Contracts team as well as academic staff to provide strategic advice and support on complex research management matters, building strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
The Person
We are seeking a proactive, strategic team player with people management skills, excellent judgement, and the ability to guide research funding activity, strengthen partnerships, and ensure high-quality, compliant operations.
The School/Department
The Research Funding team support our research effort across the research lifecycle and across the University. The teams bring complementary skills and strengths to supporting research endeavours.
The College/Division
The Research and Innovation Portfolio (R&I Portfolio) is responsible for the leadership, governance and overall strategic direction of research, the higher degree research (HDR) program, innovation and commercialisation, and research support activities. The priorities for the R&I Portfolio encompass leadership and effective governance of research and innovation endeavours at ANU and supporting the positioning of the University as a strong national resource.
For further information or a confidential discussion about the role, please contact, Dr. Laura Dan, Head of Research Funding and Contracts, E: laura.dan@anu.edu.au .
The University actively encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. For more information on employment opportunities, contact our Indigenous Employment Consultant on indigenous.employment@anu.edu.au
ANU values diversity and inclusion and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to people of all backgrounds and identities. For more information about staff equity at ANU, click here. For enquiries about the application process, or if you require reasonable adjustment to apply for this role, please contact the hiring manager on the above listed details.
Application information
In order to apply for this role please make sure that you upload the following documents:
A statement addressing the selection criteria.
A current curriculum vitae (CV) which includes the names and contact details of at least three referees (preferably including a current or previous supervisor). If your CV does not include referees you can complete these online when prompted in the application form.
Other documents, if required.
Applications which do not address the selection criteria may not be considered for the position.
Please note: The successful candidate must have rights to live and work in this country and will be required to undergo a background check during the recruitment process. An offer of employment is conditional on satisfactory results.
Classification: ANU Officer 8 (Administration)
Salary package: $121,359 to $129,772 per annum plus 17% superannuation
Terms: Full Time, Continuing
The Position
The Deputy Manager, Research Funding leads a team of Research Funding professionals, mentoring and supporting staff to achieve excellence. They will work in close collaboration with senior managers in the Research Funding and Contracts team as well as academic staff to provide strategic advice and support on complex research management matters, building strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
The Person
We are seeking a proactive, strategic team player with people management skills, excellent judgement, and the ability to guide research funding activity, strengthen partnerships, and ensure high-quality, compliant operations.
The School/Department
The Research Funding team support our research effort across the research lifecycle and across the University. The teams bring complementary skills and strengths to supporting research endeavours.
The College/Division
The Research and Innovation Portfolio (R&I Portfolio) is responsible for the leadership, governance and overall strategic direction of research, the higher degree research (HDR) program, innovation and commercialisation, and research support activities. The priorities for the R&I Portfolio encompass leadership and effective governance of research and innovation endeavours at ANU and supporting the positioning of the University as a strong national resource.
For further information or a confidential discussion about the role, please contact, Dr. Laura Dan, Head of Research Funding and Contracts, E: laura.dan@anu.edu.au .
The University actively encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. For more information on employment opportunities, contact our Indigenous Employment Consultant on indigenous.employment@anu.edu.au
ANU values diversity and inclusion and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to people of all backgrounds and identities. For more information about staff equity at ANU, click here. For enquiries about the application process, or if you require reasonable adjustment to apply for this role, please contact the hiring manager on the above listed details.
Application information
In order to apply for this role please make sure that you upload the following documents:
A statement addressing the selection criteria.
A current curriculum vitae (CV) which includes the names and contact details of at least three referees (preferably including a current or previous supervisor). If your CV does not include referees you can complete these online when prompted in the application form.
Other documents, if required.
Applications which do not address the selection criteria may not be considered for the position.
Please note: The successful candidate must have rights to live and work in this country and will be required to undergo a background check during the recruitment process. An offer of employment is conditional on satisfactory results.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Deputy Manager, Research Funding position is now open for candidates interested in the MIS Executive sector. This role in Canberra offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in MIS Executive is a plus.