Research Services Officer

Research Office at Curtin

Perth, Western Australia

Contract Full Time

Date posted: 25/6/2026

• Full-time, 2 year - Fixed-term contract, Bentley Campus
• Opportunity for on-going career development & Flexible Working
• On-campus amenities including a gym, medical centre, and childcare facilities

Reference: 1639606

About the Role:

Are you passionate about supporting groundbreaking research? Curtin University is on the lookout for a proactive and enthusiastic Research Services Officers to join our dynamic team full-time on a two-year fixed-term contract!

In this exciting role, you’ll be at the forefront of cutting-edge research—working directly with researchers to bring innovative ideas to life. You’ll provide expert guidance, offer tailored support, and ensure that all projects comply with the latest policies and regulations.

As part of the Research Services and Systems team, you’ll collaborate with colleagues across the university to offer a responsive, personalised service that empowers researchers and helps cement Curtin’s reputation as a leader in world-class research.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Deliver a personalised and proactive service to Curtin researchers which is focussed on understanding their needs and delivering fit for purpose solutions and interactions.
• Reviewing existing research proposals, developing project budgets, including interpretation of funding rules, associated funder requirements and obligations, and relevant legislation, codes, and guidelines.
• Proactively supporting successful research projects, including monitoring, invoicing, and coordinating reporting on contractual and project milestones.
• Offer advice and coordinate project amendments and Contract Agreement Variations with the internal stakeholders, research teams and external organisations.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of research activities, grants, and budgets.

Who we are looking for (Selection Criteria):

• Well-developed organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple and often competing tasks with attention to detail within deadlines in a high-volume environment.
• Experience in administering and applying policies and procedures and the ability to provide advice and decisions on rules and entitlements.
• Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to use discretion and knowledge to determine appropriate actions.
• Demonstrated effectiveness in both oral and written communication with well-developed cross-cultural sensitivity and diplomacy.
• Interpersonal skills with the ability to work cooperatively as part of a team and to consult and liaise with stakeholders across an organisation with cross cultural sensitivity.
• Advanced computer literacy with skills in in a wide range of applications including word processing, spreadsheet packages and email.

Role Requirements:

1. As this is a fixed-term contract, you will require current work rights in Australia that match the tenure of this role
2. Successful applicants are subject to a National Police Clearance, and background, integrity, and reference checks to Curtin’s satisfaction

Your new Team: Research Office

Across all our research areas, we aim to strike a balance between demand-driven research, which solves defined problems for industry and society, and researcher-driven research, which is characterised by a desire to push the limits of understanding.

Our research is broad in scope, encompassing a range of fields in science, engineering, health, society, engineering, health, society, business and more.

For more information, see https://research.curtin.edu.au/.

About Curtin University

Curtin University proudly stands among the top one percent of global universities according to the ARWU 2025 rankings. We are an energetic, dedicated team of academics and professionals working together to provide global solutions through quality graduates and innovative research. Curtin is a welcoming space where integrity, respect for one another, courage, excellence, and impact are essential to everyday life. First Nations people, those identifying as LGBTQIA+, parents, carers, people of all ages, abilities and genders, and people of diverse ethnicity, nationality and faith are encouraged to apply. Our aim is to create a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live. For more information, please visit our Diversity and Inclusion page - https://staff.curtin.edu.au/discover-curtin/diversity-equity-and-inclusion-at-curtin/

What We Offer You:

This Fixed Term G05 level role attracts a remuneration of $83,283 - $91,103 + 17% superannuation.

Situated on Whadjuk Nyungar Country, our vibrant Bentley campus includes an art gallery, gym, childcare and medical centre, bus station, accessible parking and endless food options including a supermarket. Aside from the vibrant campus life, we offer more than just a job. Curtin offers a wide range of generous benefits, including additional leave, salary packaging, health and wellbeing services and an array of discounts for retail, travel and much more.

For more reasons to work at Curtin, please visit https://staff.curtin.edu.au/discover-curtin/

Join Us!

If this sounds like your next role, please click APPLY NOW ensuring to attach the following documents:

• Up-to-date Resume
• Cover Letter outlining your interest and demonstrating how your background meets the position’s selection criteria (noted above) - no more than two pages.

If you have any queries in relation to this opportunity or the application process, please contact our careers team on CurtinCareers@curtin.edu.au or 08 9266 9000 (option 3,1), quoting the reference number.

Applications will not be accepted via this email address, and late applications will not be accepted.

Applications close: 9pm (AWST), Sunday, 12 July 2026

Please note we are not accepting applications from recruitment agencies at this time.

Curtin reserves the right at its sole discretion to withdraw from the recruitment process, remove the advert, not to make an appointment, or to appoint by invitation, at any time.