Senior Pre Award Research Funding Officer

The University of Tasmania acknowledges the Palawa/Pakana and Gadigal/Wangal people as the traditional custodians of the land, sea and waters of the areas upon which we live and work. We recognise their valuable contributions and deep connection to country and pay respect to Elders past and present.

- Provide expert pre-award research funding advice, mentor colleagues, and support researchers in identifying and applying for competitive funding opportunities
- Drive continuous improvement across research funding processes, collaborating with pre-award teams to strengthen performance and advance the Research Division’s strategic goals
- Full time, Fixed-Term (2 years) located in Hobart

About the prospect

The University of Tasmania is committed to being a place-based university that enhances Tasmania’s intellectual, economic, social and cultural future while contributing globally in areas of distinctive strength. Recognising that its success depends on its people, the University fosters a values-based, diverse, collaborative and development-focused culture. Within this context, the Senior Pre-Award Research Funding Officer plays a key specialist and mentoring role in the Strategic Research Funding unit, supporting researchers to identify and secure funding through expert advice, pre-award program administration, and the implementation of policies and processes. Working collaboratively across pre-award teams, the position drives continuous improvement initiatives to strengthen research funding performance and support the Research Division’s strategic objectives.

What you’ll do:

- Coach and guide the Pre-Award Research Funding Officer team using skills and knowledge gained from prior experience in supporting research funding.
- Provide, with a high level of autonomy,



specialised review and advice on research funding guidelines and applications (grants, tenders, contract research, fellowships, awards and prizes, clinical trials, research infrastructure and consultancies) regarding compliance, eligibility, quality, and project budgets, including funding categorisation and alignment with relevant University policies and procedures.
- Work proactively with the Research Services Manager/s, Manager Collaborative Research, Associate Deans of Research Performance, and other University stakeholders to develop and implement research funding initiatives, procedures, and processes, as well as regularly review and improve existing ones.
- Under the guidance of the Research Services Manager and/or Manager Collaborative Research, lead work teams, initiatives, and/or projects as assigned.
- Develop, coordinate, and/or deliver research funding workshops and training materials.

­What we’re looking for:

- Demonstrated capability to successfully coordinate initiatives and undertake a diverse range of tasks, identify priorities, and meet competing deadlines with a high level of autonomy.
- Individual initiative with sound judgement, problem-solving skills, and an ability to work independently within established guidelines and as part of a highly functioning team.
- Highly developed interpersonal skills, with proven experience in delivering a professional, client- focussed service to a range of stakeholders.
- Extensive written and verbal communication skills.




- Demonstrated attention to detail, and a high level of numeracy skills including demonstrated ability in the effective use of computer applications and systems.

Salary details

Appointment to this role will be at HEO 7 and will have a total remuneration package of up to $130,943 comprising base salary within the range of $101,821 to $111,917 plus 17% superannuation.

How to Apply

- This vacancy is being advertised internally only in the first instance to current staff.
- In submitting your application, you acknowledge you have/intend to discuss your interest in this vacancy with your current manager and understand they may need to be contacted confidentially by the hiring manager as part of the assessment of your application.
- To apply online, please provide your CV and 1-2-page cover letter outlining your interest in the role, skills, capabilities and experience. You do not need to separately address the success profile.
- For further information about this position, please contact Rebecca Dorgelo, Manager, Pre-Award Research Funding, [email protected] or 6226 2350
- Please visit https://www.utas.edu.au/jobs/applying for our guide to applying and details on the recruitment process.
- Please refer to the attached Position Description Below for full details.

Senior Pre Award Research Funding Officer - Position Description.pdf.

Applications close Sunday, 9 August 2026, 11.55pm

As part of our commitment to a safe and inclusive workplace, employment history and police checks may be conducted as part of the selection process.

To be eligible for this position, you are required to hold Australian or New Zealand Citizenship, permanent residency or a valid visa that enables you to fulfil the requirements of this role.

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