Coordinator, Research Integrity and Governance

Updated: about 2 months ago
Location: Melbourne, VICTORIA
Job Type: PartTime
Deadline: 24 Mar 2024

9 Mar 2024
Job Information
Organisation/Company

RMIT UNIVERSITY
Research Field

Educational sciences
Researcher Profile

Leading Researcher (R4)
Country

Australia
Application Deadline

24 Mar 2024 - 00:00 (UTC)
Type of Contract

Permanent
Job Status

Part-time
Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?

Not funded by an EU programme
Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?

No

Offer Description
  • Part-time (0.6 FTE), Continuing position
  • Salary Level HEW 7 ($94,838 - $102,657 p.a. pro rata) + 17% Superannuation and Flexible Working Arrangements
  • Based at the Melbourne CBD campus, and hybrid ways of working

Embark on a journey where your work not only supports the integrity of research but also contributes to the broader mission of fostering a responsible research culture at RMIT. Join us in making a difference!

About You

As the Coordinator, Research Integrity and Governance, you will play a pivotal role in supporting research integrity procedures and processes at RMIT, our research integrity education and training program, and other projects, activities and continuous improvement initiatives. Your contribution also extends to offering expert advice to the RMIT research community as well as providing governance support to related committees, networks and working groups, as required.

Your role is about more than just procedures; it's about making a meaningful impact by supporting excellent and trustworthy research conducted at RMIT. You'll be working hand-in-hand with senior staff, world leading researchers, and other internal and external stakeholders, to not only support the day-to-day but to innovate and enhance the way we operate. RMIT is globally acknowledged for its commitment to ethical practices and excellence. Our thought leadership is exemplified by our significant role in the World Conference on Research Integrity , where we contribute to shaping global standards. This prestigious position underscores our dedication to supporting our researchers and the wider community in achieving ethical and trustworthy research outcomes, driving innovation that respects the highest standards of integrity.

To be successful in this position, you'll have:

  • A solid understanding of research integrity and governance-related legislation, regulations and guidelines, preferably within a tertiary research environment, and the ability to interpret these for varied stakeholders.
  • High level of commitment to service excellence, including preparedness to proactively engage with stakeholders and persist with complex issues to achieve timely resolution.
  • You're adept at communicating across levels, influencing outcomes with your strong interpersonal skills, and negotiating with tact and professionalism.
  • Due to the confidential and sensitive nature of information handled by this position, you have a proven track record of maintaining strict confidentiality and exercising sound judgement.
  • A solid understanding of and experience in the provision of governance and/or secretariat support for research-related committees, preferably in a tertiary research environment.
  • Proven expertise in efficiently organising, prioritising and completing multiple tasks set by different stakeholders, all while upholding high-quality standards and adhering to deadlines.

Qualifications: Relevant tertiary qualification with experience in research integrity, governance, or a related field.

Please see the Position Description for further selection criteria.

Please Note: Appointment to this position is subject to passing a Working with Children and National Police Check.

About the Research and Innovation Portfolio

RMIT's Research and Innovation Portfolio supports researchers to help shape the world. The portfolio has an engaged, energetic, talented and collaborative team focused on enabling excellent research and innovation outcomes. With a global presence, community and industry connections, we support cutting-edge research and careers that make a positive impact on communities.

The Research and Innovation Portfolio supports researchers and graduate researchers with research partnerships, grants and research contracts, funding opportunities, capability development, research training, ethics and integrity, intellectual property, commercialisation, internships, communication and profile.

Find out more about research and innovation at RMIT University and the Research and Innovation Portfolio at: http://www.rmit.edu.au/research/

To Apply

Please submit your CV and covering letter addressing your suitability for this position by clicking on the 'Apply' link at the top of this page.

For further information about this position, please see the Position Description hyperlinked below or contact Dr Daniel Barr - Principal Research Integrity Advisor via email [email protected]

Position Description - Coordinator, Research Integrity and Governance

Please note, if you are viewing this advert from an external site, please click 'apply' and you will be redirected to RMIT's Jobs website to access the Position Description at the bottom of the page.

Applications close on Sunday 24 March 2024 at 11.59pm.

At RMIT, we are committed to supporting adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, as well as during employment. We actively support and encourage people with disability to apply to RMIT. To discuss adjustment requirements, please contact Kassie (Senior Talent Acquisition Advisor), via [email protected] or visit our Careers page for more contact information - https://www.rmit.edu.au/careers

RMIT is an equal opportunity employer committed to being a child safe organisation. We are dedicated to attracting, retaining and developing our people regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability and age. Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community and we strongly encourage applications from the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community.

We are a Circle Back Initiative Employer - we commit to respond to every applicant.


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Additional Information
Work Location(s)
Number of offers available
1
Company/Institute
RMIT UNIVERSITY
Country
Australia
City
Melbourne
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Where to apply
Website

https://www.timeshighereducation.com/unijobs/listing/367008/coordinator-researc…

Contact
City

Melbourne

STATUS: EXPIRED

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