- Join the Research Contracts & Grants team at Swinburne University

- Full time, ongoing position at our Hawthorn campus

- HEW 7 salary + 17% superannuation

About The Role The Senior Officer, Major Research Awards is responsible for providing comprehensive pre-award and post-award research administration, delivering end-to-end project management support across the full lifecycle of major research awards. In this role, you will coordinate the establishment of multi-institutional research agreements, provide advice on budget management and revisions, oversee reporting requirements, and manage project variations, transfers, and project closures. You will also identify and monitor project risks, proactively resolve complex issues, and ensure research projects are managed efficiently and in accordance with funding and University requirements.

Reporting to the Manager, Major Research Initiatives, you will work collaboratively with colleagues across the Major Research Initiatives unit, the broader Research Grants and Contracts team, and stakeholders throughout Swinburne Research and the University. By building strong working relationships and providing expert advice and support, you will play a key role in the successful establishment, delivery and ongoing management of major research initiatives

About You To be suitable for this role you will need to have experience in the below key accountabilities:

- Experience in supporting or managing complex programs, grants, contracts and/or awards, preferably in a higher education, research institute or funding agency environment

- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare correspondence, reports, briefing materials and other documentation, and communicate complex information clearly and professionally

- Demonstrated ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders and work collaboratively within a team setting

- Highly developed organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities, coordinate multiple activities and meet deadlines while maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail





Qualifications A tertiary degree with at least four years subsequent relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education and training

Further information about this role can be found in the attached position description.

About Swinburne University Of Technology

Swinburne’s strategy draws upon our understanding of future challenges. We choose to build Swinburne as the prototype of a current and different university – one that is truly of Technology, of Innovation and of Entrepreneurship. We are committed to a differentiated university proposition in education and research.

Our Ad Astra strategy is the cornerstone of Swinburne’s bold ambition to lead globally in technology-driven education and research. This strategy positions us to create transformative solutions, empower learners, and partner with industry to thrive in an ever-changing world.

What We Offer You!

- Work your way with flexible working arrangements, including hybrid options and generous parental leave to support a balanced lifestyle.

- Exclusive staff discounts, including discounted Medibank health insurance, 50% off Swinburne courses and other partner offers.

- Swinburne offers 17% super and salary packaging options, including car leasing and extra super contributions.

Want to learn more? Head over to our benefits page!

To Apply

Please submit your CV and cover letter addressing the Key Selection Criteria and your suitability for this position.

To review the Position Description and to apply, please scroll down to the bottom of the page.

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Please Note: Appointment to this position is subject to passing a Working with Children Check.





If you are experiencing technical difficulties with your application, please contact the Talent Acquisition team at [email protected]

Applications Close: Monday 17 August 2026, 11pm

Swinburne offers flexible working options contained in our leave and parenting/carer policies to support work-life balance.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Swinburne has become a world-class university, driving social and economic impacts through science, technology, and innovation. As a dual-sector university, our vision is for people and technology working together to build a better world.

Central to our vision is our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We pride ourselves on being an equal opportunity employer focused on attracting, retaining, and developing great talent. We work to remove barriers related to gender identity, culture, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, and age.

Swinburne is proud to be recognised as an AWEI Gold Employer, reflecting our commitment to creating an inclusive workplace where LGBTQIA+ employees, students and communities can thrive.

We strongly encourage applicants from diverse Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.

Our Moondani Toombadool

Centre leads our Indigenous education and culture at Swinburne, guided by community wisdom and leadership.

We support applicants with disabilities, and reasonable adjustments can be requested at any stage of the recruitment process.

For reasonable adjustment requests - including accessible formats of the position description, application form, or other documents, please contact [email protected] or call +61 3 9214 3550.

Please note: this phone number is for disability and reasonable adjustment enquiries only. General enquiries about the role can also be emailed to [email protected].

Victoria’s Commitment to Action: Improving international student employment outcomes.

As a signatory to Victoria’s Commitment to Action, Swinburne seeks to remove barriers to international graduate employment. We welcome and encourage applications from international graduates.

As a Circle Back Initiative Employer, we commit to responding to every applicant.

📌 Senior Officer, Major Research Initiatives (Melbourne)
🏢 Swinburne University Of Technology
📍 Melbourne