Research Development Manager

• Salary breakdown: $105,00000 = $130,000.00  + Superannuation + Salary Packaging ($15,900.00 + Meal & Entertainment expenses)
• 1 FTE | 13 month parental leave cover
• Hybrid | 9 day fortnight benefit 

About the Institute
Located on the lands of the Bidiagal Clan of the Dharawal Nation (Randwick, NSW), Black Dog Institute is the only Medical Research Institute in Australia to investigate mental health across the lifespan, our aim is to create a mentally healthier world for everyone.  Emphasising a devoted focus to into suicide prevention, digital mental health, a workplace mental health, we undertake a unique ‘translational’ research approach that allows us to turn our world-class findings into new treatments, prevention strategies, clinical services, educational programs, and e-health products. We join the dots by connecting research answers, expert knowledge, and the voices of lived experience to deliver solutions that impact and boost the health care system for patients and practitioners alike. Our work is used to drive evidence informed change across the rapidly expanding mental health sector and sets the foundations for a brighter and healthier future for all.

Benefits

• Hybrid work, 1-2 days per week in office (choose your days, consistent team collaboration days where possible)
• 35 hour work week, flexible hours agreements & 9-day fortnights
• Salary Packaging: $15,900.00 of your base salary tax free & up to $2650.00 meal & entertainment
• Family first, people first culture, we put our research into action at work to make sure we maintain mental health and wellbeing at work
• We in the Innovate stage of our Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP), actively embedding reconciliation into our workplace culture.
• Pet friendly workplace
• Leave benefits including public holiday swap, gifted annual leave, and wellbeing leave 
• Employee discounts and gym membership benefits

The Role

We are seeking an experienced Research Development Manager to lead strategic research funding initiatives and strengthen research excellence across the Institute. This is an exciting opportunity to influence funding strategy, support researchers to secure competitive grants, and contribute to the growth and impact of a world-leading mental health research organisation. As the Research Development Manager, you will lead the Institute's research development program, overseeing the end-to-end grant development process while partnering closely with researchers, executive leaders, and external stakeholders to grow research funding and capability

Duties & Responsibilities

• Developing and implementing strategic funding plans aligned with research priorities and funding opportunities. 
• Providing expert advice on major funding schemes including NHMRC, MRFF and ARC opportunities. 
• Leading grant development, review, compliance and submission processes across the Institute. 
• Managing and developing a high-performing team while fostering a collaborative, values-driven culture. 
• Designing and delivering workshops, training programs and peer review initiatives that build researcher capability. 
• Building strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including university partners and funding bodies. 
• Monitoring performance, analysing funding outcomes and providing strategic recommendations to senior leadership. 

Selection Criteria

• A relevant degree or an equivalent combination of knowledge, qualifications and professional experience. 
• Demonstrated expertise in research administration and grant development, particularly with nationally competitive funding schemes.
• Strong experience interpreting funding guidelines, developing applications, reviewing proposals and advising on budgets and project design. 
• Experience delivering research development initiatives such as workshops, seminars and capability-building programs. 
• Outstanding communication, relationship management and stakeholder engagement skills. 
• A strong understanding of research metrics, academic track records and research impact. 
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines.

Experience within a research-intensive, higher education, health, or not-for-profit environment will be highly regarded. Experience with tools such as SciVal, Scopus, Web of Science or PubMed is also desirable

Inclusion at BDI  

We are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible recruitment experience where all candidates can fully participate in the process.

We warmly encourage applications from First Nations peoples, culturally and racially diverse communities, LGBTQIA+ individuals, people with disabilities, and others from underrepresented backgrounds.

We recognise that not everyone has had equal access to opportunities, and valuable skills and perspectives can be gained through diverse life experiences.

If this role excites you but you don’t meet every listed requirement, we still encourage you to apply as your lived experience and insights are important to us.

Accessibility

If you have accessibility requirements or require information in an alternative format, please email workplaceadjustments@blackdog.org.au or phone 02 9382 4530 

Privacy

We respect your privacy and confidentiality. We only provide information to other staff where it is needed to arrange workplace adjustments.

How to Apply

To become a part of the Black Dog Institute team, follow the link to our careers site on ELMO and submit your most up to date resume and a detailed cover letter addressing the selection criteria for the role. If you are shortlisted for the role, we will call you and let you know you are successful. Please do not respond to any suspicious emails requesting you to upload your ID or personal details. 

Commencement of employment with the Institute is subject to the completion of relevant pre-employment checks, include reference checks, a National Criminal History Check, and other role-specific requirements.

These checks are conducted in line with the Institute’s commitment to providing a safe, respectful and inclusive environment for all employees, and check outcomes are reviewed and applied fairly and in accordance with the inherent requirements of the role.