Senior Grants Officer

Research Infrastructure Full-time, Permanent position Base salary will be in the range $102,565 - $111,686 + 17% Superannuation (HEW Level 7) Located at our Toowong site About This Opportunity Are you passionate about enabling world‑class research and helping researchers secure competitive funding? Join UQ as a Senior Grants Officer (Pre‑Award) and make a meaningful impact on the success of research that shapes our world. In this pivotal role, you will guide researchers through the complex funding landscape, offering expert advice, hands‑on support, and high‑quality review of research grant applications. Your expertise will help ensure compliance, elevate the quality of submissions, and strengthen UQ’s global research excellence. As a key member of the Pre‑Award Team, you will also contribute to strategic planning, policy interpretation, and process improvements that enhance the University’s overall research funding capability. If you thrive in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment, enjoy problem‑solving, and have a sharp eye for detail, this is an exceptional opportunity to grow your career while supporting transformative research. Join us and help shape the future of research funding at UQ. Duties and Responsibilities Provide specialist advice and coordinate the comprehensive review of research grant applications to ensure compliance with funding guidelines and eligibility requirements. Deliver strategic feedback, writing support, and critical editing to strengthen the clarity, quality, and competitiveness of submissions. Build and maintain strong relationships with researchers, faculties, and external funding bodies, offering expert guidance on funding schemes and application processes. Contribute to the enhancement of pre‑award systems and processes, interpret complex funding policies, and develop high‑quality documentation to support research funding initiatives. About You Extensive experience in research administration or research management, with in-depth knowledge of grant application processes and funding frameworks. Exceptional written and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to provide clear, constructive advice and foster positive stakeholder relationships. Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities, including the capacity to interpret complex policies and offer well‑informed strategic recommendations. Excellent attention to detail with demonstrated capability to review, edit, and refine grant applications for accuracy, compliance, and impact. Proven ability to work collaboratively within a team environment, contributing to a culture of support, quality, and continuous improvement. High proficiency in administrative systems and software, including word processing, data management, and spreadsheet applications. About UQ As part of the UQ community, you will have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world. Everyone here has a role to play. As a member of our professional staff cohort, you will be actively involved in working towards our vision of a better world. By supporting the academic endeavour across teaching, research, and the student life, you will have the opportunity to contribute to activities that have a lasting impact on our community. Join a community where excellence is at the core of our culture, contributions are valued and a range of benefits and rewards are available, such as: 26 weeks paid parental leave or 14 weeks paid primary caregiver leave 17% superannuation contributions 17.5% annual leave loading Access to flexible working arrangements including hybrid working options, flexible start/finish times, purchased leave, and a condensed fortnight Health and wellness discounts – fitness passport access, free yearly flu vaccinations, discounted health insurance, and access to our Employee Assistance Program for staff and their immediate family UQ Study for Staff On campus childcare options Affordable parking (from just $6.15 a day) Salary packaging options Mandatory Requirements Work Rights: You must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment. Background Checks: All final applicants for this position may be asked to consent to a criminal record check. Please note that people with criminal records are not automatically barred from applying for this position. Each application will be considered on its merits. Questions? For more information about this opportunity, please contact Madonna Devaney at For application queries, please contact stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line. Want to Apply? All applicants must upload the following documents in order for your application to be considered: Cover letter summarising how your background aligns to the About You section Resume Other Information UQ is committed to a fair, equitable and inclusive selection process, which recognises that some applicants may face additional barriers and challenges which have impacted and/or continue to impact their career trajectory. Candidates who don’t meet all criteria are encouraged to apply and demonstrate their potential. The selection panel considers both potential and performance relative to opportunities when assessing suitability for the role. We know one of our strengths as an institution lies in our diverse colleagues. We’re dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion, fostering an environment that mirrors our wider community. We’re committed to attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent. Reach out to for accessibility support or adjustments. If you are a current employee (including casual staff and HDR scholars) or hold an unpaid/affiliate appointment, please login to your staff Workday account and visit the internal careers board to apply for this opportunity. Please do NOT apply via the external job board. Applications close Tuesday 9 December 2025 at 11.00pm AEST (R-58345). #J-18808-Ljbffr