Assistant Grants Advisor - closing 06 April
WEHI
An opportunity is available for an Assistant Grants Advisor to join the Research Grants and Development Office at Australia’s pre-eminent biomedical research institute.
WEHI – Brighter together
WEHI is where the world’s brightest minds collaborate and innovate to make discoveries that will help us to live healthier for longer. Our medical researchers have been serving the community for more than 100 years. We bring together people with different skills and experience who are committed to long-term discovery. Our teams of researchers are committed to solving the most complex health problems, making transformative discoveries for cancer, infectious and immune diseases, developmental disorders and healthy ageing.
WEHI is a place where people are able to shine. People who are inquisitive, who are committed, who are passionate. People who want to make a difference. And we are committed to ensuring they have the tools to flourish, personally and professionally.
We are a community of researchers, students and professional service staff who work towards achieving discoveries that improve human health. We are driven by collaboration, curiosity and creativity. We are committed to making a positive difference to the lives of people in Australia and around the world. We are WEHI. We are brighter together.
About the position
The Assistant Grants Advisor will work within the Research Grants and Development Office to deliver high quality services to researchers across the Institute, who are preparing applications to the National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC)—a major national research funder.
This position will facilitate the grant application process and support the submission of highly competitive applications that meet all funding body and internal regulations. The role will also provide administrative assistance to the Research Grants and Development Office.
Up to two positions are available.
Selection Criteria
Education/Qualifications
1. The appointee will have Graduate qualifications in a relevant discipline and/or equivalent mix of education and relevant experience
Knowledge and Skills
2. Excellent organisational skills, the ability to prioritise tasks, and the ability to anticipate future requirements.
3. Well-developed problem-solving skills and initiative.
4. Excellent written and oral communication skills, as well as demonstrated customer service skills in liaising with stakeholders at a variety of levels.
5. Ability to work under pressure while maintaining strong attention to detail.
6. A demonstrated ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
7. Proficiency in, but not limited to: Word, Excel, Chrome, Adobe Acrobat.
8. Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality.
9. Familiarity with NHMRC funding opportunities would be an advantage.
Personal qualities
10. Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
11. Ability to understand and interpret policies and procedures.
12. Ability to work under pressure and within time constraints.
13. Ability to work as part of a team.
Terms of appointment
This position is available for three months in a casual capacity. Salary is CHEW 5 ($48.74)/CHEW 6 ($56.53). Up to 17% superannuation and very attractive salary packaging options are available.
General enquiries can be directed to Dr Sejal Kendal – kendal.s@wehi.edu.au
A position description is available here.
How to apply
Please email your application including cover letter, CV and a letter addressing the key selection criteria in pdf format to jobapplications@wehi.edu.au, quoting reference WEHI/LPSK300321 in the subject line.
Application closing date: 6 April 2021
At the Walter and Eliza Hall Institute we strive to ensure our staff and students enjoy a great working environment. We value diversity and gender equity in our work force and promote flexible working arrangements for staff to balance working requirements and personal needs. We have implemented a number of gender equity initiatives to support women laboratory heads.
