Every institution values excellence. What matters most is why.
Griffith was created to be a different type of university. You’ll find we’re about leading research, academic excellence, and the transformative power of education. But what sets us apart is why those things matter and how you’ll achieve them.

Why? Griffith brings together exceptional minds like yours from across the globe and from all walks of life. Here, we do incredible work, questioning and challenging, always in the pursuit of excellence.

About the Opportunity

As a leading knowledge-based institution throughout the Asia–Pacific, the Griffith Sciences Group takes pride in its ongoing global contributions to the higher education sector. We are excited to be looking for a Senior Executive Officer

This role provides senior leadership and strategic oversight of research support services across the Group’s Research Entities. Working closely with Research Entity Directors, the role delivers high‑quality, compliant and strategically aligned research operations that drive research performance, outcomes and impact.

Acting as a key liaison between Research Entities, central services, Schools and the Group, the position provides high level strategic and operational advice, leads a team of research professionals, and oversees financial and physical resources. The role also drives the continuous improvement of systems, processes and practices to strengthen research capability, performance and partnerships.

Key responsibilities

• Provide high level executive support and strategic advice to the Sciences Research Entity Directors across complex operational, financial and strategic matters.
• Lead the planning, coordination and delivery of major initiatives and strategic projects, ensuring alignment with institutional priorities, governance requirements and regulatory frameworks.
• Oversee core operational functions including resource allocation, budget management, reporting and cross‑group coordination to deliver outcomes on time and within scope.
• Lead external engagement initiatives and strategic events, and oversee staff induction, development and capability‑building programs to support a high‑performing research environment.
• Lead, mentor and develop a high performing research services team, fostering collaboration, accountability and service excellence.
• Build and maintain strong partnerships with internal and external stakeholders, including central portfolios, industry, government and funding bodies, to enhance research performance and impact.

About you

• The occupant of this position will hold a postgraduate qualification in a relevant area together with significant high level administrative and project management experience, or an equivalent combination of relevant skills, knowledge and experience.

Candidates must have full unrestricted Australian work rights and may be subject to a National criminal history check.

What we can offer

This is a continuing opportunity based at Griffith University Brisbane South (Nathan) campus, As Griffith is a multi-site University you may be required to work across other locations

Griffith University’s campuses are located on the lands of the Yugarabul, Yuggera, Jagera, Turrbal, Yugambeh and Kombumerri peoples

Salary Range

HEW 9 salary – Base range - $132,655.36 - $137,398.61 + 17% super. Full package - $155,206.78 - $160,756.39.

Why join Griffith?

As a values-led organisation, at Griffith University, we've worked hard to create a dynamic and strong organisational culture. We offer:

• Wide range of Learning and Development opportunities
• Mix of on campus and work from home options available and a supportive work environment
• Salary packaging options and corporate health discounts
• Generous leave entitlements including paid parental leave and leave loading
• Support with future learning opportunities through our educational staff assistance scheme
• Opportunities for internal mobility
• Health Safety and Wellbeing initiatives – on campus Gym facilities

At Griffith, we’re committed to providing a safe and inclusive environment for all - whoever you are and wherever you’re from. If you require any accommodations, we welcome you to let us know so we can work with you to participate fully in our recruitment experience.

Griffith University values diversity, inclusion and flexibility and we encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, and people of all backgrounds to apply. For more information please visit our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion page. Our University is committed to fostering a safe, respectful and inclusive community for all. In alignment with the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-based Violence (2025), Griffith University includes a declaration as part of the recruitment journey to uphold the values and standards of our community. Griffith University also maintains a strict zero-tolerance policy against all forms of modern slavery. For more information, please refer to Griffith’s Modern Slavery Policy.

How to apply

Please 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.
• Current curriculum vitae/resume including full contact details

For application and recruitment advice please reach out to Laura Whitworth, Talent Acquisition Partner on [email protected]

Closing date: Monday 6th April at 11:59pm. All applications must be submitted online.