Job Description

• Drive major research funding success.
• Be at the centre of strategic research investment.
• Full-time appointment on an ongoing basis.
• Base salary range: $120,912 – $132,161 p.a. plus 17% superannuation.

About the area

The Office of Research provides professional and expert support services to facilitate research excellence and knowledge transfer at the University. It is also at the forefront in executing the University’s research strategy.

The Major Research Initiatives team sits within the Research Enterprise office to respond to strategic research opportunities.

About the opportunity

• Provide high-level support to researchers to develop relationships with stakeholders that have capacity to co-invest in research partnerships.
• Provide high-level support and expert advice to researchers and research groups on building impactful collaborations
• Identify and share information on appropriate sources of external research funding and support preparation of individual and institutional research funding applications or proposals

About you

• A relevant tertiary qualification or demonstrated equivalent competency
• Substantial and extensive relevant experience in research funding and development of stakeholder partnerships at an appropriate level
• Substantial management experience working with researchers across all disciplines
• Excellent planning and organisational skills with demonstrated ability to set priorities and to meet deadlines
• Ability to demonstrate initiative, work productively as part of a team, and lead a substantial program.

Note Employment checks will include information on gender-based violence, sexual harassment, and related misconduct to meet legal obligations.

PD - Senior Adviser (Major Research Initiatives) 524183.pdf

To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Kate McKenzie at kate.mckenzie@uwa.edu.au

For enquiries on the recruitment process, please contact Wendy Young at wendy.young@uwa.edu.au

How to apply

Please apply online via the Apply Now button. The content of your Resume and Cover Letter should demonstrate how you meet the selection criteria.

Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Thursday, 20 August 2026

This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.

Please note: Unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted outside of formal channels.

About the University

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, supported by the freedom to innovate and inspire, there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top university.

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Our commitment to inclusion and diversity

UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We are committed to fostering a safe environment for all, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community, and people living with disability.

If you require any reasonable adjustments, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application. Alternatively, you can contact us for assistance during the recruitment process.

If you have queries relating to your application, please contact the individual named in the advertisement. Alternatively, please contact the Talent team at people@uwa.edu.au with details of your query. To enable a quick response, please include the 6-digit job reference number.