The Perkins is seeking a motivated and strategic Research Development Officer to drive competitive research funding opportunities and embed meaningful Consumer and Community Involvement (CCI) into research design and governance. This permanent role is offered on a 0.8–1.0 FTE basis and is located at our state-of-the-art medical research facilities at Perkins North in Nedlands.
About this role
Reporting to the Research Development Manager, this role supports researchers to secure competitive funding, enhance consumer engagement and improve research performance reporting, while ensuring compliance with key funder requirements including NHMRC and MRFF.
The key responsibilities of this role include:
- Identifying and supporting research funding opportunities
- Providing hands-on grant application support, including drafting and editing proposals
- Acting as a central contact for Consumer and Community Involvement (CCI) strategy
- Supporting recruitment, onboarding and engagement of consumer representatives
- Contributing to the development and maintenance of a consumer and community engagement framework in line with NHMRC/MRFF requirements
- Developing and maintaining research development workflows, tools and resources
- Tracking and analysing research performance data to inform strategy and reporting
- Producing dashboards and reports for leadership and strategic planning
- Liaising with funding bodies, universities, industry partners and CCI organisations.
This role would suit someone who thrives in a fast-paced research environment, enjoys partnering with academics and stakeholders and is passionate about improving research impact through strong funding strategy and meaningful community engagement.
To be successful in this role, you’ll have:
- Tertiary qualifications in a relevant discipline or equivalent experience
- Experience or understanding of consumer and community engagement principles
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities
- Excellent written communication skills and attention to detail
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to engage across diverse stakeholder groups
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
If you really want to stand out, tell us about your:
- Knowledge of MRFF and/or NHMRC funding systems
- Experience in research development or grant administration
- Experience preparing research performance reports or analytics.
If this sounds like the right fit, we can offer you:
- Flexible working options
- A supportive and passionate team
- The opportunity to make a positive impact in a community-focused organisation with global reach
- The ability to salary package up to $18,550 annually, meaning you can legitimately pay less tax and increase your tax-home pay
- Generous leave benefits, including:
- 3 days paid extra leave at the end of the year
- Up to 16 weeks paid parental leave
- 2 days of paid cultural and community engagement leave
Are you ready to make a difference?
Review this Position Description.
To apply, please submit your cover letter (addressing the selection criteria) and your resume. Only applications submitted via Seek will be considered.
Applications close on 19 March 2026, however we’ll begin interviewing as soon as we hear from the right people – so don’t wait to apply! Enquiries can be directed by email to Tiffany Gunner, People Partner, or call (08) 6151 1112.
