James Cook University (JCU) is creating a brighter future for life in the Tropics and beyond, through education and research that makes a difference locally and globally.

We now have an exciting opportunity for two (2) Research Grants and Opportunities Advisor’s to join our Research and Innovation team.

• 1 x fulltime continuing role
• 1 x fulltime fixed term role until September 2024
• Based at our picturesque Bebegu Yumba campus in Townville
• HEWL 7 - $91,403 - $101,074 plus up to 17% super contributions, leave loading and generous employee benefits

How you’ll make a difference

We welcome applications from candidates from diverse career experiences and backgrounds, including business, government, non-for-profit, the health sector or education sectors, with experience in contributing to and managing strategic initiatives, projects and/or funding programs.

You will work collaboratively with the JCU research community to ensure research and grant funding opportunities and sector developments are communicated in a timely fashion. Providing quality advice on research and grant tender application policies, procedures, and administration you will support JCU researchers suin submitting competitive and successful applications and will be instrumental in promoting JCU’s research performance and strategic research intent.

What you’ll bring 

• An enthusiasm and passion to support international, world-leading researchers in successful research grants and tender applications.
• Broad knowledge of the application of higher education, State or Australian Government guidelines, policies, and procedures in relation to funding initiatives, research administration and/or grant and tender management activities.
• Significant strategic thinking, analytical and problem-solving skills in relation to funding initiatives, research administration and/or grant and tender management activities.
• Ability to develop and maintain successful working relationships with a variety of stakeholders including university staff, industry professionals, and government organisations.
• Proven ability to judge shifting priorities and conflicting deadlines.

Research at JCU

JCU conducts nationally significant and internationally recognised research in areas such as marine sciences, biodiversity, tropical ecology and environments, global warming, tourism, and tropical medicine and public health care in under-served populations.Our aim is to position ourselves as a national and international leader in teaching and research addressing critical challenges facing the tropics worldwide.

Why you’ll love working JCU?

JCU offers a culturally diverse working environment with opportunities for professional and personal growth – working under the values of Authenticity, Excellence, Integrity, and Respect. We support our people through the provision of;

• A generous superannuation scheme with up to 17% employer contributions with UniSuper
• 5 weeks of annual recreation leave
• Annual leave loading
• Cash out annual leave and time in lieu options
• 15 days paid sick/carers leave per year
• Up to 6 months paid parental leave
• 36.25-hour full-time working week
• Flexible working options
• Attractive options for salary packaging
• Staff study assistance and paid study leave
• Ongoing professional development support
• Career enhancement opportunities
• Fitness Passport
• Access to online media subscriptions
• Corporate discount on health insurance
• Free Employee Assistance Program (coaching and counselling)
• Well-equipped facilities including an on-campus childcare centre and primary school, cafes, hairdresser, post office, medical centre and gym.
• Balance of work and life so you can enjoy a lifestyle that supports a diverse range of leisure and sporting interests.

How to Apply

Ready to embark on this exciting journey? Visit the Careers at JCU website and submit your application online.

Apply for Vacancy Reference Number 18600

Applications close 18 October 2023

Please state your preference for either the continuing or fixed term position in your cover letter.

Applications will be reviewed upon receipt, so we encourage you to apply today.