Research Support Officer

• Full time, continuing role located in the Camperdown Campus
• Opportunity to work in a fun and supportive team at the Sydney Law School
• Base Salary HEO 6 $95,860 - $103,341 + 17% superannuation 

About the opportunity

Established in 1855, Sydney Law School has made a significant contribution to the Australian judiciary, politics and public life. The Law School is notable for its strong links to the practising profession, barristers, judges and solicitors giving lectures in core legal subjects. The Law School attracts high calibre students to its undergraduate and postgraduate programs and has an internationally respected faculty of scholars.

The Law School is seeking a Research Support Officer to support the Law Schools Strategic Plan, supporting engagement and communication activities, coordinating research data collection activities, and providing pre- and post-award research administration support.

Your key responsibilities will be to:

• provide pre- and post-award research administration support to academic staff within the Law School including expert assistance in the preparation of grant applications to the Australian Research Council (ARC) and other agencies
• coordinate the research data collection activities within the Law School
• develop and implement research promotion activities, including developing content, publishing information relating to research activity and administrative support for workshops and seminars
• provide high quality professional research support services, including supporting the implementation of the School’s Strategic Plan.

About you

• demonstrated experience of providing high quality research administration support and exceptional attention to detail
• demonstrated experience of undertaking a range of academic research promotion activities to strengthen research profile
• excellent time and workload management skills with demonstrated ability to prioritise effectively, manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines and achieve required outcomes
• demonstrated ability to interpret and implement policy and procedures and in establishing and reviewing administrative processes
• excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills with sound negotiating and conflict resolution skills and a demonstrated level of tact and discretion in dealing with day-to-day operational matters.

To keep our community safe, please be aware of our COVID safety precautions which form our conditions of entry for all staff, students and visitors coming to campus.

Sponsorship / work rights for Australia

Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. For a continuing position, you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident.

Pre-employment checks

Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment.

EEO statement 

At the University of Sydney, our shared values include diversity and inclusion and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community which reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this commitment through our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People , women , people living with a disability , people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds , and those who identify as LGBTIQ . We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds. 

How to apply

Applications (including a cover letter, CV, and any additional supporting documentation) can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page.  

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For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or any documents in alternate formats, please contact Lena Jiang, Recruitment Operations by email to [email protected] .

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Applications Close

Sunday 14 January 2024 11:59 PM