About UTS
At UTS, we're a young, globally recognised university known for doing things differently. Based in the centre of Sydney, we work closely with industry, government, and the community to focus on outcomes that matter. Our strength lies in how we bring creativity, technology and innovation together to make a practical difference. We're Australia's leading young university and consistently sit within the top 100 universities globally, a reflection of the scale of our ambition and the contribution of our people. When you join UTS, you become part of a community that values inclusion, supports access to education, and works towards positive change in society.

About the Team

The role sits within Research Grants and Development unit in the Research Office. The team supports all research grant funding activities across the university to enable quality research grant development, submission and successful funding outcomes as well as research capability development.

Job Purpose

Working as part of a central team, this role provides timely and accurate support for research grant proposals, primarily across Australian funding schemes, by assisting researchers with development, budgeting, and compliance in accordance with the specific requirements of each funding body.

Role Responsibilities

- Support research grants including identifying and preparing for opportunities including relevant guidance material, templates and other grant resources.
- Interpret grant funding rules and provide accurate, timely advice to researchers throughout the pre-award and application process.
- Provide high-quality pre-award support to researchers across assigned faculties or schemes, including budget development, data entry into internal and external systems, eligibility checks, proposal review, endorsements and submission.
- Maintain accurate records and support grant submissions through relevant research management systems and funder portals.




- Contribute to continuous improvement projects in relation to pre-award processes and activities.

Skills, Attributes and Knowledge

- Ability to lead and support a team in a research management environment.
- Strong organisational skills and ability to manage competing priorities.
- Problem solving and analytical skills with attention to detail.
- Ability to interpret and apply policy and funding requirements.
- Robust communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Knowledge of the research grant lifecycle and university policies.

Experience

- Experience supporting coordination and submission of research grant applications.
- Experience working in a research or university environment.
- Experience managing complex workloads and working with detailed information.
- Experience supporting training or guidance on research processes.

Qualifications

Postgraduate qualification in a relevant discipline or an equivalent combination of experience and education

Refer to the position description for more detail.

What We Offer

Base Salary Range: $98,792 - $106,966 (HEW6) plus 17% superannuation (pension)

The position is full time and will be made on a continuing basis.

How To Apply

Please include the following in your application and ensure all documents submitted include reference number IRC342382 and your name.

1. a cover letter stating your motivation for applying and addressing the selection criteria in the 'Position Description'.

2. a copy of your resume.

For guidance on preparing your responses to the selection criteria,



please visit Answering Selection Criteria. Applications must be submitted via the UTS online recruitment system (current staff should apply through NEO).

UTS is committed to diversity and inclusion, and we encourage applicants to include a statement on career breaks or relative to opportunity where relevant.

UTS prioritises safety, respect, and inclusion for every member of our community. In support of this, and in line with our statutory obligations under the National Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-Based Violence 2026, all prospective employees must declare any past investigations relating to gender-based violence. Employment at UTS is contingent upon completion of this declaration, and, where necessary, assessment of any identified risk factors. We appreciate your role in upholding the standards and behaviour expected of our community.

General enquiries or issues with your application may be directed to ******@uts.edu.au

Closing Date: 25 August 2026 at 11.59 pm (AEST)

You must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this employment to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment.

Accessibility

UTS Recruitment is committed to digital accessibility. If you experience any difficulty with the content of our advertising, please let us know so we can ensure our information is accessible to everyone.

In addition, if you have a disability that requires adjustment to the recruitment process or an alternative application pathway, please contact ******@uts.edu.au for assistance.

UTS is recognised widely as supporting inclusivity and diversity through our Wingara Indigenous Employment Strategy, Social Impact Framework and UTS Access and Inclusion Plan.

We welcome applications from women, Indigenous Australians, people with disability, those who identify as LGBTIQ+ and applicants from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

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