Classification: ANU Officer Grade 6/7 (Administration)
Salary package: $100,847-$116,083 per annum plus 17% superannuation

Term: Full time, Fixed-Term, until December 2027

Position Overview

The Research and Innovation Portfolio is seeking a highly motivated Research Management Officer to provide expert advice and comprehensive support across a broad range of research management activities.

Working within the Research Funding and Contracts team, you will support researchers and stakeholders throughout the research lifecycle, including research funding applications, contract and consultancy activities, compliance requirements, reporting obligations, and post-award administration. You will coordinate complex administrative processes, provide timely and accurate advice on policies and funding requirements, monitor research data integrity, and contribute to the continuous improvement of research management practices.

This is a collaborative role that requires solid relationship management skills and a commitment to delivering high-quality client service to academic staff and internal stakeholders.

The Department

Research Funding and Contracts provides specialist support and advice to researchers and professional staff across the University. The team assists with funding and contract applications, research compliance, reporting requirements, and the administration of externally funded research projects. Through strong stakeholder partnerships, the team supports the delivery of high-quality research outcomes and promotes best practice research management across the University.

The Division

The Research and Innovation Portfolio provides leadership, governance and strategic direction for research, higher degree research, innovation,



commercialisation and research support activities across the Australian National University. The Portfolio plays a key role in supporting excellence in research and strengthening the University's position as a nationally and internationally recognised research institution.

For further information please contact Darshirni Raman, Research Manager, T: +61 2 6125 3127 E: [email protected]

The University actively encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. For more information on employment opportunities, contact our Indigenous Employment Consultant on [email protected]

ANU values diversity and inclusion and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to those of all backgrounds and identities. For more information about staff equity at ANU, visit https://services.anu.edu.au/human-resources/respect-inclusion

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 preferred candidate must have rights to live and work in Australia, and will be required to complete mandatory pre-employment declarations and background checks relevant to the role they have applied for, in accordance with the Background Checking Procedure and the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-Based Violence.

📌 Research Management Officer (Canberra)
🏢 Australian National University
📍 Canberra