Researcher Partner Manager (Life, Ag and Environmental Sciences)

University of Technology Sydney; Sydney; On-site; AUD 147,000 - 154,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work practices

Generous parental leave

Salary packaging

Job summary

University of Technology Sydney is seeking a Researcher Partner Manager (Life, Agricultural and Environmental Sciences) to provide strategic advice and support to researchers and research leaders across the lifecycle. You will broker partnerships, identify opportunities, and connect researchers with specialised expertise and resources at UTS to maximise research impact.

Reporting to the Research Office, you will help develop initiatives, foster collaboration across faculties, and promote a

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to build trusted relationships with researchers, research leaders and stakeholders.
• Strong understanding of the research ecosystem and funding opportunities.
• Excellent communication, influencing and stakeholder engagement skills.

Responsibilities

• Build trusted partnerships with researchers and research leaders.
• Provide strategic guidance across the research lifecycle.
• Connect researchers with specialist life, agricultural and environmental expertise.
• Support development of research initiatives, collaborations and funding opportunities.
• Facilitate engagement with Research Office services to ensure researcher-centred support.
• Foster collaboration across faculties and professional teams to maximise impact.

Skills

Relationship building

Stakeholder engagement

Strategic advisory

Research funding knowledge

Communication

Project management

Collaborative

Problem solving

Organisational skills

Education

Relevant degree or equivalent

Job description

At 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 Research Office supports researchers across the full research lifecycle and partners with faculties and divisions to enable research activity. This role sits in the within the Research Partnering Team, and works closely with researchers, faculties and professional teams across UTS.

Job Purpose

The Researcher Partner Manager (Life, Agricultural and Environmental Sciences) provides strategic advice, guidance and support to researchers and research leaders across the research lifecycle. Through trusted partnerships and connections to specialist expertise and opportunities across UTS, the role helps drive research excellence, foster collaboration, and maximise research impact.

Role Responsibilities

• Build trusted partnerships with researchers and research leaders across the Life, Agricultural and Environmental Sciences disciplines.
• Provide strategic advice and guidance across the research lifecycle, helping researchers plan, identify opportunities and navigate complex challenges.
• Connect researchers with specialist life, agricultural and environmental expertise, services and resources across UTS to enable successful research outcomes.
• Support the development of research initiatives, collaborations and funding opportunities that enhance research excellence and impact.
• Facilitate engagement with Research Office services and promote a coordinated, researcher-centred support experience.
• Foster collaboration across faculties and professional service teams to strengthen capability and maximise the impact of UTS research.

Skills, Attributes and Knowledge

• Demonstrated ability to build strong, trusted relationships with researchers, research leaders and stakeholders across a complex organisation.
• Strong understanding of the research ecosystem and the challenges and opportunities facing researchers throughout the research lifecycle.
• Demonstrated knowledge of research funding schemes, with demonstrated experience supporting researchers to identify, develop and navigate funding opportunities.
• Excellent communication, influencing and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to provide strategic advice and facilitate collaboration.
• Ability to identify opportunities, solve problems and connect people with the expertise, services and resources needed to achieve successful outcomes.
• Strong organisational and project management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and deliver results in a dynamic environment.
• Experience working in research, higher education, research administration or a related field, with an understanding of research funding, policy and research support services.
• A collaborative, proactive and service-oriented approach, with a commitment to enabling research excellence and impact

Experience

• Experience working in research, higher education, research support or a related environment.
• Demonstrated experience working with research funding schemes, including supporting researchers with funding opportunities, applications, or related research development activities.
• Demonstrated ability to build strong relationships and work effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Experience providing advice, coordinating services or managing complex initiatives.
• Understanding of the Australian research ecosystem, including research funding and policy frameworks.

Qualifications

A relevant degree and experience in a research-intensive environment, or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and education or training.

Refer to the position description for more detail.

What We Offer

Base Salary Range: $146, 670.00 - $153, 652.00 (HEW 9) Plus 17% Superannuation (Pension)UTS staff also benefit from a wide range of Employee Benefits include flexible work practices, generous parental leave and salary packaging opportunities.

UTS is committed to diversity and inclusion, and we encourage applicants to include a statement on career breaks or relevant opportunities where relevant.

Accessibility

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In addition, if you have a disability that requires adjustment to the recruitment process or an alternative application pathway, please contact UTS Recruitment for assistance.

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.

Closing Date: 21st October 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.

This position is being advertised concurrently, internally, and externally. In accordance with UTS policy, priority consideration will be given to suitably qualified redeployment candidates, while applications are also welcomed from suitable candidates in the external market.

Please Note: Successful Candidates will have the opportunity to express interest in their preferred faculty or Division during the interview process. Preferences will be considered alongside the requirements of the available positions.

General enquiries or issues with your application may be directed to [e-mail].

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.