Research Coordinator - Melbourne, Australia - Swinburne University of Technology

Swinburne University of Technology

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Melbourne, Australia

2 weeks ago

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Description

The Research Coordinator will perform a range of significant research-related activities that play a key role in supporting the delivery of research outcomes.

This includes the collection and administration of research output data and assisting research staff in the preparation of research reports as well as meeting other internal and external requirements.

The role reports through to the Manager, Research Services or the Associate Director, Academic Services in the absence of a Manager, Research Services.

This is to ensure consistency of administrative practices, working closely with Associate Dean Research and a range of research-active staff across the Schools.

Research Coordinators can expect to work across the Schools on university-wide and Academic Operations Unit wide initiatives from time to time.

About You
To be suitable for this role you will need to have experience in the below key accountabilities:

Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate, liaise and work with people at all levels, both internal and external to the University with tact, maturity and appreciation of sensitive issues
Demonstrated experience in financial administration
Welldeveloped analytical, conceptual and problemsolving skills, including the ability to interpret and effectively communicate policies, strategies and procedures within a complex environment
Excellent organisational and time management skills, along with the ability to prioritise activities, manage competing priorities respond to ad hoc and time critical requests while meeting deadlines.
Experience in research or contract administration, compliance and relevant processes.

A full list of selection criteria is available within the position description.

Qualifications

Completion of a bachelor's degree with extensive relevant executive administration experience; or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.

About Swinburne University of Technology
Swinburne Horizon 2025 draws upon our understanding of future challenges.

With this new strategic plan, we choose to build Swinburne as the prototype of a new and different university - one that is truly of Technology, of Innovation and of Entrepreneurship, and proud of it.

We are committed to a differentiated university proposition in education and research, so that:

Every Swinburne learner gets a work experience
Every Swinburne graduate gets a job
Every Swinburne partner gets a tech solution
Swinburne is the prototype of global best practice

The achievement of our 2025 moon shots depends on our capacity to work collectively, always, as One Swinburne.

How to apply

'apply' or

'begin' and submit a resume, cover letter and a response to the Key Selection Criteria, as listed in the position description.

For further information about this position,

Applications Close:
Wednesday, 30th of August at 5pm.
Swinburne offers flexible working options, leave and parenting/carer policies to support work life balance.

Equity and Diversity

Swinburne is a large and culturally diverse organisation and we are proud of our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion through key initiatives.

For further information on all our initiatives visit our Equity & Diversity website.

We welcome and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants