The Heart Research Institute – Newtown NSW
Founded in ****, the Heart Research Institute (HRI) is an internationally recognised leader in cardiovascular research, dedicated to advancing science that saves lives. Cardiovascular disease remains the world's biggest killer. It encompasses more than heart attacks, extending to stroke, blood vessel disease, peripheral artery disease, and a wide range of other vascular conditions. Our purpose is simple: to give people more time. More time to live well. More time with the people they love.
HRI is seeking an experienced grants management professional to cover a 12-month parental leave contract. This role is responsible for all aspects of Category 1 and 2 grants management across the organisation, from identifying funding opportunities and managing the pre-award process through to post-award compliance, reporting and the ongoing relationship with the NHMRC. Reporting to the Deputy Director and Director of Research, this position works closely with Scientific Laboratory Heads, Group Leaders and Research Leads.
About you:
You have several years of grants management experience within a medical research institute, with demonstrated experience working with universities in the grant environment and managing research contracts. You have a science background, a can-do approach and strong problem-solving skills, and you're comfortable managing multiple priorities and stakeholders under pressure. You communicate confidently at all levels, from bench researchers through to the Board.
Core responsibilities:
Pre-award:



Identify and distribute suitable funding opportunities to HRI researchers in a timely manner and manage the pre-award process to ensure applications meet the requirements of Category 1 and 2 funding bodies.
Strategy and reporting: Develop a strategic outlook for grant applications at HRI, prepare Board reports and benchmarking analyses on grant performance, and track performance metrics.
Post-award: Take responsibility for post-award processes, partnering with researchers to ensure compliance with funders' contractual terms, and working with Finance to ensure invoices are raised in a timely manner.
NHMRC relationship: Manage HRI's relationship with the NHMRC, ensuring HRI maintains its status as an administering institution and completes all required documentation and reporting.
University partnership: Work closely with the University of Sydney to ensure the smooth running of grants administered through the University on HRI's behalf.
Sector engagement: Actively engage with the sector, including organisations such as the Australian Association of Medical Research Institutes (AAMRI), to stay informed of policy developments and align HRI's grant strategies with emerging priorities.
Collaboration: Where applicable, work with the Manager, Trusts and Foundations and Strategic Partnerships to coordinate Category 3 and commercial applications and assist the Djurali team with grant identification and applications.
What we offer:
A friendly, flexible and productive team environment




A collaborative, high-performing research operations team
Real work life balance
Hybrid working with select days to work from home
Convenient locations in Newtown
Skills:
Several years of grant management experience in a medical research institute
Demonstrated experience working with universities in the grant environment
Strong knowledge of NHMRC, ARC and MRFF grant schemes
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines, with high attention to detail
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Excellent interpersonal skills and confidence working with people at all levels, including researchers and the Board
A can-do approach with solid problem-solving skills, and the ability to multi-task and manage competing priorities
Bachelor of Science or similar, with a postgraduate scientific qualification preferred
Experience managing or mentoring a grants team member
Eligibility: To apply for this position, you must have an appropriate Australian or New Zealand work visa.
The Heart Research Institute supports Equal Employment Opportunity.
We value diversity and encourage applications from women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, Māori and Pasifika peoples, people with disability, LGBTQI individuals and applicants of diverse cultures and ages.
We are committed to the safety and wellbeing of our employees and affiliates, and our community. Whoever you are, you are welcome at HRI.
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For more information about The Heart Research Institute, please visit our website .
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📌 Head Of Research Grants And Governance (New South Wales)
🏢 The Heart Research Institute (HRI)
📍 New South Wales