Job Description
Full job description
Appointment commensurate with experience: PSC 8 $108,195 to $117,117 or PSC * $126,238 to $131,344 per annum
Full-time, Ongoing
Parkville and Heidelberg Locations
About Us
Join one of Australia’s leading research institutes, where innovation meets integrity. We’re committed to advancing science that changes lives, and we need passionate professionals to help us uphold the highest standards of governance and compliance.
About The Role
We are seeking a Strategic Grants Officer to join our Grants Office team. This role is pivotal in strengthening research competitiveness by supporting researchers to identify funding opportunities and develop high-quality grant applications. Working closely with researchers, funding bodies, and University of Melbourne research offices, you will provide expert pre‑award grant development support, funding intelligence, and proposal coordination across national and international funding schemes.
What You'll Do
Identify, analyse and communicate funding opportunities from government, industry and philanthropic sources
Provide strategic advice to researchers on funding options, eligibility and grant development approaches
Coordinate grant development timelines and submissions
Review applications for quality, compliance and alignment with funding criteria
Develop funding alerts, guidance materials, templates and toolkits
Deliver workshops, information sessions and internal grant support programs
Maintain accurate funding and application records and track success rates
Liaise with internal teams to ensure policy, governance and financial compliance
Support reporting requirements for NHMRC and other funding bodies
Contribute to initiatives that enhance institutional grant success
About You
You are a highly organised and collaborative professional with strong communication and editorial skills, and a genuine interest in supporting research excellence. Flexibility may be required during peak grant periods, including occasional work outside standard hours.
You will bring:
Essential
Tertiary qualifications in a health science discipline and/or at least 4 years relevant experience (or equivalent combination)
Broad scientific understanding and familiarity with biomedical terminology
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong customer service mindset and stakeholder engagement skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines
High attention to detail and demonstrated confidentiality and professionalism
Desirable
Experience with online grant management systems (e.g. Sapphire, RGMS, RMS, Grants.gov)
Experience with financial policy interpretation, budgeting or data analysis
How to Apply
If you feel this role is right for you, please apply with a Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience and your Resume. Please note that you are not required to respond to the criteria in the Position Description.
Applications close Wednesday 15 April 2026.
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia. The preferred applicant for this job will be asked to consent to a police check.
Why Join Us?
Be part of a purpose-driven team making a tangible impact.
Work in a collaborative environment that values innovation and inclusivity.
Flexible working arrangements available.
Working at the Florey:
With a 50-year history, the Florey is the largest brain research centre in the Southern Hemisphere, with teams of researchers dedicated to building knowledge on a range of neurological and psychiatric conditions. Learn more about our Research Impact.
Our reputation for innovative research and our position as the leading brain research institute in the Southern Hemisphere attracts the best and brightest. Connected by our shared mission to improve lives through brain and mental health research, The Florey provides a dynamic and inspiring workplace where you can develop your career. We have a deep commitment to diversity and creating an inclusive workplace culture where our people can excel and thrive and support our exceptional people to make a positive impact on the local and global research community.
Learn more about working at the Florey here.
For enquiries, please contact our People and Culture Team on employment@florey.edu.au.
Appointment commensurate with experience: PSC 8 $108,195 to $117,117 or PSC * $126,238 to $131,344 per annum
Full-time, Ongoing
Parkville and Heidelberg Locations
About Us
Join one of Australia’s leading research institutes, where innovation meets integrity. We’re committed to advancing science that changes lives, and we need passionate professionals to help us uphold the highest standards of governance and compliance.
About The Role
We are seeking a Strategic Grants Officer to join our Grants Office team. This role is pivotal in strengthening research competitiveness by supporting researchers to identify funding opportunities and develop high-quality grant applications. Working closely with researchers, funding bodies, and University of Melbourne research offices, you will provide expert pre‑award grant development support, funding intelligence, and proposal coordination across national and international funding schemes.
What You'll Do
Identify, analyse and communicate funding opportunities from government, industry and philanthropic sources
Provide strategic advice to researchers on funding options, eligibility and grant development approaches
Coordinate grant development timelines and submissions
Review applications for quality, compliance and alignment with funding criteria
Develop funding alerts, guidance materials, templates and toolkits
Deliver workshops, information sessions and internal grant support programs
Maintain accurate funding and application records and track success rates
Liaise with internal teams to ensure policy, governance and financial compliance
Support reporting requirements for NHMRC and other funding bodies
Contribute to initiatives that enhance institutional grant success
About You
You are a highly organised and collaborative professional with strong communication and editorial skills, and a genuine interest in supporting research excellence. Flexibility may be required during peak grant periods, including occasional work outside standard hours.
You will bring:
Essential
Tertiary qualifications in a health science discipline and/or at least 4 years relevant experience (or equivalent combination)
Broad scientific understanding and familiarity with biomedical terminology
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong customer service mindset and stakeholder engagement skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines
High attention to detail and demonstrated confidentiality and professionalism
Desirable
Experience with online grant management systems (e.g. Sapphire, RGMS, RMS, Grants.gov)
Experience with financial policy interpretation, budgeting or data analysis
How to Apply
If you feel this role is right for you, please apply with a Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience and your Resume. Please note that you are not required to respond to the criteria in the Position Description.
Applications close Wednesday 15 April 2026.
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia. The preferred applicant for this job will be asked to consent to a police check.
Why Join Us?
Be part of a purpose-driven team making a tangible impact.
Work in a collaborative environment that values innovation and inclusivity.
Flexible working arrangements available.
Working at the Florey:
With a 50-year history, the Florey is the largest brain research centre in the Southern Hemisphere, with teams of researchers dedicated to building knowledge on a range of neurological and psychiatric conditions. Learn more about our Research Impact.
Our reputation for innovative research and our position as the leading brain research institute in the Southern Hemisphere attracts the best and brightest. Connected by our shared mission to improve lives through brain and mental health research, The Florey provides a dynamic and inspiring workplace where you can develop your career. We have a deep commitment to diversity and creating an inclusive workplace culture where our people can excel and thrive and support our exceptional people to make a positive impact on the local and global research community.
Learn more about working at the Florey here.
For enquiries, please contact our People and Culture Team on employment@florey.edu.au.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Strategic Grants Officer position is now open for candidates interested in the Government Job Alert sector. This role in Melbourne 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 Government Job Alert is a plus.