Team Leader, Pre-Award Grants

About UTSAt UTS, we're a young, globally recognised university known for doing things differently. Based in the centre of Sydney, we work closely with industry, government, and the community to focus on outcomes that matter. Our strength lies in how we bring creativity, technology and innovation together to make a practical difference. We're Australia's leading young university and consistently sit within the top 100 universities globally, a reflection of the scale of our ambition and the contribution of our people. When you join UTS, you become part of a community that values inclusion, supports access to education, and works towards positive change in society.
About the Team The role sits within Research Grants and Development unit in the Research Office. The team supports all research grant funding activities across the university to enable quality research grant development, submission and successful funding outcomes as well as research capability development.
Job PurposeThis role leads the coordination and delivery of pre award research grant activities across the university. It supports the submission of Australian research grant applications and contributes to process improvement and service delivery.
Role Responsibilities Lead and manage the Pre Award Grants team, including workload allocation and staff development and support.Coordinate end to end research grant planning and submission processes to ensure quality, compliance and timeliness.Provide advice to researchers and faculties on funding schemes, eligibility and requirements.Support development and review of grant applications, including budgets and compliance.Directly lead the planning, coordination and oversight of strategically important funding programs.Monitor service delivery and contribute to reporting and continuous improvement.Build relationships with internal and external stakeholders to support funding outcomes.
Skills, Attributes and Knowledge Ability to lead and support a team in a research management environment.Strong organisational skills and ability to manage competing priorities.Problem solving and analytical skills with attention to detail.Ability to interpret and apply policy and funding requirements.Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.Knowledge of the research grant lifecycle and university policies.
Experience Experience supporting coordination and submission of research grant applications.Experience working in a research or university environment.Experience managing complex workloads and working with detailed information.Experience supporting training or guidance on research processes.
Qualifications Postgraduate qualification in a relevant discipline or an equivalent combination of experience and education.
Refer to the position description for more detail.
What We Offer
Base Salary Range: $122,640 - $139,674 (HEW8) plus 17% superannuation (pension)
The position is full time and will be made on a continuing basis.
UTS staff also benefit from a wide range of Employee Benefits include flexible work practices, generous parental leave and salary packaging opportunities.
How to ApplyPlease include the following in your application and ensure all documents submitted include reference number IRC341186 and your name.
1. a cover letter stating your motivation for applying and addressing the selection criteria in the 'Position Description'.2. a copy of your resume.
For guidance on preparing your responses to the selection criteria, please visit Answering Selection Criteria. Applications must be submitted via the UTS online recruitment system (current staff should apply through NEO).
UTS is committed to diversity and inclusion, and we encourage applicants to include a statement on career breaks or relative to opportunity where relevant.
UTS prioritises safety, respect, and inclusion for every member of our community. In support of this, and in line with our statutory obligations under the National Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-Based Violence 2026, all prospective employees must declare any past investigations relating to gender-based violence. Employment at UTS is contingent upon completion of this declaration, and, where necessary, assessment of any identified risk factors. We appreciate your role in upholding the standards and behaviour expected of our community.
General enquiries or issues with your application may be directed to Talent@uts.edu.au
Closing Date: 25 August 2026 at 11.59 pm (AEST)
You must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this employment to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment.
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UTS is recognised widely as supporting inclusivity and diversity through our Wingara Indigenous Employment Strategy, Social Impact Framework and UTS Access and Inclusion Plan.
We welcome applications from women, Indigenous Australians, people with disability, those who identify as LGBTIQ+ and applicants from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.