Position Number: 0065855
Location: Parkville
Role type: Full-time Fixed-term for 6 months
Department: Research and Enterprise
Salary: UoM 7 - $106,432 - $115,211 p.a. plus 17% super
- Drive research innovation / Implement university-wide strategy / Foster interdisciplinary collaborations
- Apply now to play a pivotal role in shaping the University's research landscape and advancing your career
- Investing in you - benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities.
The University of Melbourne
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Your next career opportunity
Your next career opportunity: As the Research Strategy Project Officer, you'll be at the forefront of implementing our new research strategy, Advancing Melbourne 2030. You'll have the opportunity to drive innovation across our research ecosystem, foster groundbreaking interdisciplinary collaborations, and champion initiatives that elevate our research culture. This role offers significant professional growth and exposure to institution-wide initiatives, allowing you to make a lasting impact on the University's research landscape.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Drive Strategic Research Initiatives: Support the implementation of the new research strategy, working on projects related to funding programs, infrastructure strategy, and research culture.
- Provide High-Quality Project Support: Coordinate research strategy activities, draft reports and briefings, and provide secretariat support to key committees.
- Engage with Stakeholders: Liaise effectively across the University to support collaborative goals and project implementation.
- Conduct Research and Analysis: Evaluate and monitor research schemes and initiatives to inform strategic decision-making.
You may be a great fit if:
You are a proactive and analytical professional with strong communication skills, capable of synthesising complex information and presenting it clearly to diverse audiences while exercising independent judgment in a dynamic research environment.
You may also:
- Have experience in a project officer role within a complex organisation, preferably in higher education or research.
- Possess excellent organisational, planning, and time management skills.
- Demonstrate strong written and verbal communication abilities.
- Be proficient with MS Office and adaptable to learning new software.
- Have familiarity with University of Melbourne administrative systems and processes (desirable).
For further information please refer to the attached PD.
What we offer you!
We offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits to support your success and sense of fulfillment, including:
- Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being
- Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balance
- Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance
- Health and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program
For more information check out our benefits page!
Your new team –Research and Enterprise
The Chancellery (Research and Enterprise) (CRE) portfolio within the Chancellery Division is led by the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research) (DVC (R)) and works in partnership with Academic Divisions to achieve the University’s research ambitions. The DVC (R) is the accountable officer for research at the University ensuring research is conducted to the highest ethical standards and with a commitment to excellence.
Be Yourself
The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child-safe organisation. We are committed to creating an inclusive and equitable workplace where all individuals feel valued, respected, and have the opportunity to thrive regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, age, being a parent or having caring responsibilities.
The University of Melbourne is committed to fostering a barrier-free and inclusive recruitment process. We are dedicated to providing reasonable adjustments for candidates throughout the application and interview stages, including accessible document formats and alternative application methods. To discuss your specific requirements, please feel free to contact Kim Groizard +61 3 9035 3218 or send an email titled 'Reasonable Adjustments' to hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au. You can find more information for applicants requiring reasonable adjustments on our Careers website: https://about.unimelb.edu.au/careers
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians, with unprecedented investment to attract, nurture and retain Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and staff. Tangible support through a range of programs and initiatives will ensure that you personally succeed and flourish while at the University of Melbourne.
For further information, including our 2023-2027 Indigenous strategy please visit -https://about.unimelb.edu.au/reconciliation/murmuk-djerring
If you are a member of an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community and would like any support, please feel free to contact our Indigenous Employment & Development team via email at oied-hr@unimelb.edu.au.
Working at the University – what you need to know
This role requires the successful candidate to maintain a Working with Children Check The successful candidate can apply for the WWCC as part of the onboarding process. In the case the selected candidate doesn't have a valid Working with Children Check, they will be able to apply for the WWCC as part of the initial onboarding procedures.
Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.
Join Us and unlock your career potential!
Is this the perfect opportunity for you? Apply today! Including the following documents:
- Resume
- Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience
Please note that you are not required to respond to the selection criteria in the Position Description.
If you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please feel free to contact Ivanka Yan via email at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au, ensuring that you include the Position Number and the Job Title as the subject. Please do not share your application to this email address.
If you have any particular questions regarding the job please follow the details listed on the Position Description.
Position Description
