Research Development Officer

Griffith University Employees, Location, Alumni; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 105,000 - 113,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging options

Corporate health discounts

Generous leave entitlements

On campus gym facilities

Job summary

Griffith University is seeking a dynamic Research Development Officer to advance research excellence across the School of Education and Professional Studies and the Griffith Institute for Educational Research (GIER).

You will drive initiatives that strengthen research performance, foster a vibrant research culture and build capacity across the School and Institute, collaborating with senior leaders and external partners to maximise impact.

Qualifications

• The successful candidate will hold a relevant postgraduate qualification and/or substantial experience in research development, research management, or higher education administration.
• Experience leading research development initiatives, capacity-building programs, and strategic projects across complex organisations.
• Ability to develop and implement strategies for research visibility, engagement and impact with diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead research development initiatives by coordinating groups, capacity-building programs and strategic projects.
• Provide expert research support to senior leaders, researchers and committees on priorities, governance and initiatives.
• Drive research funding success through grant development coordination and partnerships.
• Enhance visibility and impact by implementing engagement and knowledge translation activities.
• Deliver governance support and insights through data analysis, reporting and decision-making processes.

Skills

Research development

Stakeholder engagement

Strategic planning

Data analysis

Communication

Project management

Leadership

Collaboration

Education

Postgraduate qualification

Job description

Griffith University is seeking a dynamic and strategically minded Research Development Officer to play a pivotal role in advancing research excellence across the School of Education and Professional Studies and the Griffith Institute for Educational Research (GIER).

Working closely with the Head and Dean, Education and Professional Studies, research leaders and key stakeholders, you will drive initiatives that strengthen research performance, foster a vibrant research culture, and build research capacity across the School and Institute. This influential role offers the opportunity to lead research development projects, support the growth of collaborative research groups and strategic partnerships, and enhance the visibility, impact and engagement of world-class research.

If you are passionate about enabling research success, translating strategy into action, and supporting researchers to maximise their impact, this is an exciting opportunity to contribute to transformative research initiatives that make a difference in education and society.

Key responsibilities

• Lead research development initiatives by coordinating research groups, capacity-building programs and strategic projects that strengthen research performance and culture across the School and GIER.
• Provide expert research support and advice to senior leaders, researchers and committees on research priorities, opportunities, governance and strategic initiatives.
• Drive research funding success through the coordination of grant development activities, funding opportunities and collaborative research partnerships.
• Enhance research visibility and impact by implementing communication, engagement and knowledge translation activities that promote the profile and influence of School and GIER research.
• Deliver research performance insights and governance support through data analysis, reporting, stakeholder engagement and the coordination of research planning and decision-making processes.

About you

The successful candidate will have a relevant postgraduate qualification and/or substantial experience in research development, research management, higher education administration or a related field.

You will also have

• Demonstrated experience leading and coordinating research development initiatives, strategic projects, research groups or capacity-building programs, with the ability to deliver outcomes in complex organisational environments.
• Proven ability to support research funding activities, facilitate collaboration, and build productive relationships with researchers, industry, government, community and other external stakeholders.
• Highly developed written and verbal communication skills, with experience developing and implementing strategies that enhance research visibility, engagement, reputation and impact across diverse audiences.
• Demonstrated ability to analyse complex data and information, prepare high-quality reports and briefing materials, and provide evidence-based advice to support strategic planning, governance and decision-making.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work collaboratively, influence outcomes and build effective partnerships across a broad range of stakeholders.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities, coordinate multiple initiatives, and identify opportunities for process and service improvement.
• Experience working within a university, research institute or knowledge-intensive environment.
• Knowledge of the Australian higher education and research funding landscape, including competitive grant schemes, research impact and engagement frameworks.

What we can offer

This is a fixed term (available until 31 December 2026), full-time position primarily based at Griffith University Gold Coast (preferred) or Brisbane South (Nathan). As Griffith is a multi-site University you may be required to work across other locations. Griffith University’s campuses are located on the lands of the Yugarabul, Yuggera, Jagera, Turrbal, Yugambeh and Kombumerri peoples.

Salary Range

The full-time base salary for a HEW Level 7 is in the range $104,504 - $113,219 per annum, plus 17% employer superannuation. The total FTE package is in the range $122,270 - $132,466 per annum.

Why Griffith?

As a values-led organisation, at Griffith University, we've worked hard to create a dynamic and strong organisational culture. We offer:

• Wide range of Learning and Development opportunities
• Salary packaging options and corporate health discounts
• Generous leave entitlements including leave loading
• Health Safety and Wellbeing initiatives – on campus Gym facilities

Applicants must have unrestricted working rights. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Successful candidates may be subject to a criminal history check.

For further information specifically about this role, please contact Professor Debbie Heck, Head and Dean, School of Education and Professional Studies at [e-mail].

For further application and recruitment advice, please contact Theresa Burke, Talent Acquisition Partner on [e-mail].

Closing date: Tuesday, 15 September 2026 at 11.59pm. All applications must be submitted online.

Please allow at least 1 – 2 weeks from the closing date to expect an application update.