Research Support Officer

Research Support Officer

The University of Sydney is one of the world’s leading universities, consistently ranked among the top institutions globally and recognised for excellence in graduate employability, research, and education. Our Faculty of Medicine and Health is ranked first in Australia for Medicine and is internationally recognised for its research impact and innovation.

The Faculty of Medicine and Health brings together world-class researchers, clinicians, educators, and professional staff to drive excellence in research, teaching, and clinical practice. We are committed to challenging conventional thinking, advancing healthcare outcomes, and making a meaningful impact locally and globally.

We are seeking a Research Support Officer to join the FMH Central Sydney (Patyegarang) Team. In this role, you will provide high-quality administrative and operational support to enable research activity across the Faculty and contribute to the development of its research profile. You will support pre-award and post-award research grant activity, assist with the implementation of strategic research initiatives, and provide advice and support to researchers and key stakeholders.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Supporting the identification and administration of research funding opportunities aligned with the Faculty’s strategic research priorities
• Assisting with the preparation, review, and submission of competitive research grant applications, including coordinating internal approval processes
• Providing administrative and operational support to researchers, academics, and research management staff across the Faculty
• Working with key stakeholders to ensure accurate and timely information about researchers, research groups, and Faculty research strengths is maintained and promoted
• Providing advice on post-award research project activities, including variations and reporting requirements
• Supporting the strategic direction and continuous improvement of research administration processes within the Faculty

To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate:

• Excellent administrative skills, with effective and tactful written and verbal communication, strong problem-solving ability, and sound judgement
• The ability to use initiative and manage competing priorities, particularly during peak grant submission periods
• Strong time and workload management skills, with a proven ability to manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and deliver outcomes
• High-level computer skills, including experience with Microsoft Office (particularly Excel), database maintenance, and large, enterprise-level information systems
• The ability to work collaboratively and build effective relationships with academic and professional staff in a complex organisational environment

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

Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment.

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