Government grants are available for Australian businesses in the early career researchers sector. Programs span federal and state governments, offering funding for growth, innovation, infrastructure and workforce development.
What these grants can fund
- Business expansion and capital investment
- Equipment and infrastructure upgrades
- Workforce training and skills development
- Technology adoption and innovation
- Export and market development
Common eligibility requirements
- Registered Australian business with a valid ABN
- Must be operating in the relevant sector
- Matching co-contribution may be required
- Some programs have employee or turnover thresholds
Eligibility varies by program. Always check the official source before applying.
Open programs
Showing 3 of 3The DECRA scheme provides focused research support for early career researchers in both teaching and research, and research-only positions. It funds three-year research projects with salary and on-costs for the researcher, plus up to $50,000 per year in project costs. Funding supports personnel, equipment, field research, travel, and dissemination of research outputs.
A scheme that supports academic researchers in establishing careers in industry and industry-based researchers working in university settings. Provides salary contribution for up to 3 years and project costs up to $150,000, with the aim of increasing two-way mobility and skill-building in research collaboration, translation and commercialisation.
Investigator Grants provide consolidated funding for salary and research support to high-performing researchers at all career stages. The grants support research across biomedical, clinical, public health, and health services research pillars, allowing researchers flexibility to pursue new research directions and form collaborations.
Grant information is sourced from official government websites and updated regularly. Program details, eligibility and closing dates change — always verify with the official source before applying. Last data update: February 2026.