Program Development Coordinator, Research Infrastructure Estate Enablement Planning

Job no: 0062424
Location: Parkville
Role type: Full-time; Fixed-term for 12 months
Department:  Research, Innovation and Commercialisation
Salary: UOM 8 – $115,137-$124,622 p.a. plus 17% super 

• Opportunity to contribute to shaping research infrastructure future state in alignment to Estate Master Plan

• Supportive, open, and collaborative team  

• Brilliant benefits and a flexible hybrid work environment!   

  
About the Role  
The Program Coordinator, Research Infrastructure is a 12-month role focused on identifying key requirements and opportunities related to Research Infrastructure within the context of implementing the Estate Master Plan. The scope includes exploration of areas such as small animals, large animals, plant growth infrastructure, and equipment-based resources. The objective is to establish and document agreed principles for capital planning activities through extensive stakeholder engagement to develop a Research Infrastructure Estate enabling plan. Join our supportive, open, and collaborative Research Infrastructure team to contribute to a future-oriented, needs-based perspective on key activities and requirements spanning the University's physical footprint. 

Your responsibilities will include:  

• Supporting the development of the Research Infrastructure Estate Enabling Plan for a number of broad categories of research infrastructure including small animals, large animals, plant growth infrastructure; equipment-based resources  

• Conducing analysis on needs/requirements, risks and opportunities across the research infrastructure categories  

• Leading development and implementation of Research infrastructure Enabling plan to support the implementation of master planning and Estate Plan requirements  

• Managing various enquiries relating to Research infrastructure and providing advice and support as necessary  

• Establishment of a Reference Group comprising key academic and profession staff members to across stakeholder divisions.  

Who we are looking for  
You will possess strong organisational and planning skills including the ability to prioritise workload and plan and deliver multiple project activities concurrently. Additionally, you will demonstrate excellent written and oral communication skills and a high level of analytical skills including the collection, analysis, and interpretation of complex datasets.
We are looking for someone who is self-motivated, shows initiative and has the ability to work independently and effectively with diverse stakeholder groups to achieve organisational goals and targets  

You will also have:  

• A relevant degree in a technical discipline such as Science, Engineering, or Business with experience and or combination of experience and education/training  

• Demonstrated project management capability to deliver a clear program of work, clear deliverables, and work to necessary timelines.  

• Knowledge of Research infrastructure facilities for small animals, large animals, plant growth infrastructure; and/or equipment-based resources (highly desirable)  

For further information regarding responsibilities and requirements please refer to the attached PD.  

This role requires the successful candidate to undergo and maintain an up-to-date Working with Children Check. This is essential to guarantee a secure environment for all individuals at the University. 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.  

Your new team – Research, Innovation and Commercialisation  
Research, Innovation and Commercialisation (RIC) is the central facilitator of research funding in the University, taking advantage of the full diversity of research funding opportunities.   

The Research Infrastructure team, part of the Office of Research Management within RIC, provides strategic and operational support to the research infrastructure ecosystem across the University including operational and development support for research platforms and support to strategically important, high value funding and commercial development opportunities across the University, to deliver high quality research outcomes for the University – this is done in close partnership with Chancellery (Research and Enterprise).  

What we offer you!  
In addition, we offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a range of benefits including generous leave provisions, salary packaging, health and well-being services, and discounts on graduate courses. For more information check out our benefits page!  

The University of Melbourne  
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We are dedicated to ensuring barrier free and inclusive practices to recruit the most talented candidates. If you require reasonable adjustments, please contact the employee listed on the first page of the Position Description found below, with an email containing your name and contact details for a confidential discussion. Please ensure your email is titled "Reasonable Adjustments Request".  

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants  
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Join Us!  
If you feel this role is right for you, please apply with the following documents:   

• Resume  

• Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience  

If you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please feel free to contact Ivanka Yan via email at [email protected] , 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 contact details listed on the Position Description.  

Please note that in the event of sourcing a suitable candidate, the closing date for applications may be brought forward, and the job vacancy may be closed. Therefore, we encourage interested individuals to submit their applications promptly.