The Opportunity

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Grant Support Officer to join our dynamic Research Development team on a part-time basis.

Working with the Research Development team at The Kids Research Institute Australia and reporting to the Research Development Adviser (Strategic Funding), this role is integral in providing research grants administration and assisting with development support.

Research Development is responsible for coordinating applications, and administering funds, for externally and internally funded competitive research grants, and fellowships contribute to impactful research that improves the health and wellbeing of children.

Your duties will include, but not be limited to:

Supporting the day-to-day operations of the grant application and administration process.

Helping researchers to identify and apply for funding opportunities including grants and fellowships.

Working with researchers to ensure high-quality, timely, and compliant grant submissions.

Building and maintaining relationships with relevant internal and external stakeholders, including researchers, funding bodies and our university partners.

Conveniently based at Perth Children’s Hospital, this is an ongoing part-time role (0.8 FTE) that offers a fantastic opportunity to apply your administrative expertise in a mission-driven, research-focused environment.

About You

We’re looking for someone who is enthusiastic about supporting research excellence and thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced setting. Does this sound like you?

To be successful in the role you will possess the following:

A relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent experience in the higher education or research sector.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong editing abilities and the capacity to interpret complex information and communicate it clearly to diverse stakeholders.

Strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities.

A service-oriented approach with the ability to work both independently and proactively, and as part of a team.

Strong computer skills, confidence learning new systems, and navigating databases and online systems.

Comprehensive knowledge of national and state competitive health research grant opportunities, in particular NHMRC and ARC is highly desirable.

We are driving inclusion and diversity as part of the way we work and embrace the diverse career and life experiences of our staff. If you meet a number of the requirements (and not all), we encourage you to submit your application. We also encourage you to address any career disruptions (if applicable) you may have had in your cover letter.

About Us

Our aim is to create a workplace where people are respected and encouraged to fulfil their potential. We encourage a workforce that is innovative, eager to acquire knowledge and enhance skills; we embrace all employee differences, foster a culture that supports diversity and inclusion, and are committed to providing reasonable accommodations where required.

Some of our staff benefits include:

Save on tax and increase your take home pay by salary packaging up to $15,899 of Living Expenses and up to $2,650 on Entertainment Benefits each FBT year.

Additional annual leave over Christmas and Easter.

Paid Parental Leave.

Professional Development and Mentoring Programs.

Various initiatives providing strategic support to researchers, including funding support.

Extensive health and wellbeing program with weekly events.

Flexible work options and hybrid working.

Modern offices and end of trip facilities, including sit to stand desks.

Access to Corporate Health Insurance.

Staff purchasing discounts including travel, IT Hardware and stationery.

How to apply

If you think that this is the right role and an exciting new challenge for you, please click on 'Apply Now' to navigate to our Career Site to view the Job Description and submit your application.

Your cover letter (no more than 2 pages) should specifically address your skills and experience outlined in the “About You” section above.

Applications will only be accepted through our career portal. If you are experiencing technical difficulties with our online portal, please direct your query to [email protected]
If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, please direct your inquiries to [email protected].

For more information about the role please contact Ylva Olsen Research Development Adviser (Strategic Funding)

Contact Email: [email protected]

Closing Date: 1st August 2025 - The Kids Research Institute reserve the right to hire prior to the closing date