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Research Support Officer


Company : Griffith University


Location : Gold Coast, Queensland


Created : 2025-08-01


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Join to apply for the Research Support Officer role at Griffith University1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicantsJoin to apply for the Research Support Officer role at Griffith UniversityEvery institution values excellence. What matters most is why.Griffith was created to be a different type of university. Youll find were about leading research, academic excellence, and the transformative power of education. But what sets us apart is why those things matter and how youll achieve them.Join our team at the Griffith Business School. Griffith Business School continues to be a source of world-class, interdisciplinary research that tackles society''s most pressing problems. At our core, we are challenging conventions, pioneering research and solutions, and preparing our community to navigate the future of business and government. We are working with industry, government and partner institutions within Australia and globally to produce relevant research outcomes to inform policy and provide solutions for a range of business problems.Job DescriptionAs a Research Support Officer (RSO) you will provide a key role in providing high level research support including a diverse range of research, administrative, event and communication activities that contribute to the effective functioning of the Groups research centres and institutes. This includes Griffith Institute for Tourism, Griffith Asia Institute and the Centre for Work, Organisation and Wellbeing.This position formally reports to the Manager, Group Research Support Services however, the position may sit amongst the Schools Research Entities who direct the day-to-day priorities and work of the RSO. This position will primarily support the activities of Griffith Institute for Tourism with potential collaborative work across other entities.Key responsibilities will include:Assist with research reporting requirements such as milestone and budget reports, and other routine correspondence related to research projects.Undertake operational, administrative and project work, including clerical support to Directors and committees, reporting on project resources, coordination of expertise across the University, external engagement, and event management.Provide administration and management of the research budgets and accounts, and HR requirements related to active research projects.Preparation and/or Analysis of data and reports to track research performance outputs (e.g. publications and income).Manage and promote the Group, School and Research Entities strategic research programs.Review and update the Schools research-related web/intranet content and draft marketing and communication content as required.What we can offerThis is a continuing, full time position primarily based at Griffith University Gold Coast campus. As Griffith is a multi-site University you may be required to work across other locations.Note: this position can support a job share arrangement where, combined, the hours ideally equate to full time.Salary RangeThe full time equivalent base salary will be HEW Level 6 range $91,843 - $97,964 per annum + 17% superannuation. The total FTE package will be in the range $107,456 - $114,618 per annum.QualificationsTo be successful in this role:The occupant of this position will hold relevant qualifications, or an equivalent combination of relevant skills, knowledge and experience and/or education/training.Demonstrated high level of organisational and multitasking abilities with exceptional attention to detail.Understanding of university systems relating to finance, HR, and research administration is desirable.Additional InformationPlease submit your application online and ensure it includes the following:A covering letter outlining your suitability for the role (please refer to the qualifications above and the Position Description). If you are open to part-time hours, please state in your letter and what fraction.Applicants must have Australian working rights. 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 Meegan Thorley, Manager - Group Research Support Services at m.thorley@griffith.edu.au.Closing date: Tuesday 5th August, 202511:59pm AEST. All applications must be submitted online.Seniority levelSeniority levelNot ApplicableEmployment typeEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionJob functionResearchIndustriesHigher EducationReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at Griffith University by 2xGet notified about new Research Officer jobs in Southport, Queensland, Australia.Sample Preparation Officer - 4 months fixed term with potentially an extensionBurleigh Heads, Queensland, Australia 2 months agoSouthport, Queensland, Australia 5 days agoWere unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr