• Financial Services, Sunshine Coast Campus, Sippy Downs
• Finance Business Partner, Research  (Level 7) and Senior Finance Business Partner, Research (Level 8) opportunities available
• Level 7, $105,843 - $115,703 p.a. and Level 8, $118,986 - $134,756 p.a., plus up to 17% employer superannuation
• Full-time, ongoing appointments

The Opportunities

UniSC’s research portfolio continues to grow in scale, complexity and impact, and our Financial Services team plays a critical role in supporting that success.

We are seeking finance professionals with expertise in research funding, grants management and financial compliance to join our team in Finance Business Partner, Research and Senior Finance Business Partner, Research roles.

These positions provide specialist financial management and advisory support across the research project lifecycle, partnering closely with Chief Investigators and stakeholders to ensure research activities are financially sustainable, compliant and strategically supported.

From funding applications and project budgeting through to reporting, acquittals and compliance, you will help deliver high quality financial management across a diverse and evolving research environment.

You will

• partner with Chief Investigators and stakeholders to develop compliant, fully costed funding applications and project budgets;
• provide end to end financial management support across research grants and projects, including forecasting, reporting and acquittals;
• ensure compliance with funding agreements, legislative requirements, accounting standards and University policy;
• prepare accurate financial reports, reconciliations and working papers to support internal and external reporting obligations; and
• contribute to continuous improvement across research financial systems, frameworks and processes.

Senior level appointments will also provide leadership across the Research Finance function, including team leadership, oversight of complex or high value grant portfolios, and strategic input into research financial frameworks, methodologies and capability uplift initiatives.

About you

You are a detail oriented and relationship focused finance professional who enjoys working in complex funding environments and partnering closely with stakeholders to deliver meaningful outcomes.

You bring strong analytical capability together with a sound understanding of grant management, funding compliance and financial governance. You are comfortable interpreting complex funding agreements and translating requirements into practical financial advice and support.

You will possess:

• Demonstrated experience managing complex or multi-year project budgets and restricted funding arrangements
• Strong understanding of grants management, acquittals and financial compliance requirements
• The ability to interpret and apply funding agreements, contractual obligations and reporting requirements
• Experience preparing financial reports, reconciliations and analysis within a complex organisation
• Strong communication and stakeholder relationship management skills
• Advanced computing skills, including Excel and financial systems experience
• CPA qualification, higher education or research sector experience, and familiarity with Technology One systems will be advantageous

For senior appointments, experience leading teams, overseeing complex research portfolios and influencing stakeholders at senior levels will be highly regarded.

Don't meet every requirement? At UniSC, we understand that your work and life experiences can be just as valuable. If you're excited about this role but your CV doesn't align perfectly with our position description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or one of our many other opportunities.

UniSC is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, including those with disabilities, women in STEM, First Nations Peoples, and individuals of diverse cultures, genders, abilities, and experiences. We value achievement relative to opportunity and encourage your commentary on your achievements in this context. For additional support during the application process, please contact us at unisc-careers@usc.edu.au or call +61 7 5430 2830.

Position description:  494372_Finance Business Partner, Research.pdf &  494375_Senior Finance Business Partner, Research.pdf

UniSC values a diverse and talented workforce and invites applications from candidates who already have legal work rights in Australia.

UniSC does not accept unsolicited applications. For agency inquiries, contact unisc-careers@usc.edu.au

Applications for this position close midnight, Sunday 21 June 2026

Your completed application must include:

• a resume and a statement of suitability (not to exceed two pages), which be reviewed in alignment to the specified selection criteria as outlined within the position description.

Further information regarding how to prepare your application is available on our website: Join our team

We would love the opportunity to get to know you better, but we know it works both ways. To get to know a little more about us, visit us at: Welcome to UniSC and LinkedIn Life

Have questions or want to know more? For a confidential discussion, please contact:

Sharon Hodgins
Finance Manager
Email: shodgins@usc.edu.au

Discover UniSC

We’re all about doing work that matters, connecting with great people, and being part of an incredible journey. While we’re not the largest university, we are one of the fastest growing in Australia, now with over 2,000 staff across five campuses in South East Queensland and an expanding presence in major capital cities, and we’re making a big impact every day through ground-breaking research, a strong commitment to sustainability, high-performance sport, and award-winning alumni.

We are committed to delivering high-quality research and teaching that address major global and regional challenges, with established and emerging strengths in sustainability, environmental systems, biodiversity, aquaculture, preventative health and regional resilience. Our research excellence is internationally recognised through strong performance in global benchmarking, including leading rankings in the 2025 Times Higher Education (THE) Impact Rankings for “Zero Hunger,” “Climate Action” and “Life on Land.” UniSC is also recognised for its teaching excellence, with a strong emphasis on student success, innovative and engaging learning experiences, and strong graduate outcomes that equip learners to make meaningful contributions in their chosen fields. As the only university operating within three UNESCO Biosphere Reserves and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, UniSC is uniquely positioned to leverage its natural environment to advance impactful research, teaching and partnerships that support sustainable futures, with sustainability embedded across all aspects of our teaching, research and operations.

We foster a collaborative and supportive environment that encourages continuous professional development and provides the tools and resources to grow your career. We value the contributions of every team member and the role they play in our culture and success. We’re not afraid to do things differently, and we’re looking for people who share our values and want to be part of a team working together to make a meaningful difference to local and global challenges.

Our Culture & Benefits:

• Our collaborative, passionate and welcoming culture is what really sets us apart.
• Modern teaching & research facilities.
• Professional development and career pathway opportunities.
• We are a proud recipient of the prestigious Athena SWAN Bronze Award, granted as part of the Science in Australia Gender Equity (SAGE) initiative.
• Flexible work arrangements & generous leave options.
• Salary packing options + 17% Super.
• EAP, fitness passport & discounted private health.