Director, Office of Research

Job no:510353
Work type:full time
Location:Crawley
Categories:Research support, Executive

Director, Office of Research

Over the years the University of Western Australia has acquired an international reputation for excellence and enterprise. It is among the top 100 universities in the world, number one in Western Australia and regarded as one of Australia's top research institutions, attracting researchers of world standing across the range of disciplines, with international leaders in many diverse fields.

The Office of Research is responsible for formulating and providing policy advice, and for developing and implementing procedures to effectively solicit, coordinate and administer externally and internally funded research, and research governance and compliance activities, which enhance the University’s research reputation. The Office of Research is also responsible for actively seeking external funding to increase the resourcing of the University’s research for maximum impact.

About the opportunity

Reporting to the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research), the postholder will provide leadership and direction to the Office of Research. This will focus on the provision of support to the University in the key service areas of research infrastructure and partnerships, research grants and contracts, research impact and assessment, and research ethics and integrity. As Director, Office of Research you will be required to provide expert advice to the University Executive on national and international research strategy and policy as well as representing the University in negotiations with external parties on matters related to the University’s research.

This senior leadership role offers an outstanding opportunity for an established research-focused leader with a desire to support research excellence and impact. With strong leadership and management, influencing and collaboration skills, you will contribute to supporting the achievement of our research objectives and support the long-term research strategy to enhance the University’s research culture, performance and reputation as an international partner of choice.

Further information can be found in the position description:   POSITION DESCRIPTION Director Office of Research 

Closing Date: Monday 05 September 2022

Application Details : Applications must be submitted online. 

Our commitment to inclusion and diversity 

UWA is committed to a diverse workforce. We celebrate inclusion and diversity and believe gender equity is fundamental to achieving our goal of being a top 50 university by 2050. 

• We have child friendly areas on campus, including childcare facilities. Flexible work arrangements, part-time hours and job sharing will all be considered. 
• UWA has been awarded Bronze Employer Status for being a Top Ten Employer for LGBTI Inclusion by the Australian Workplace Equity Index (AWEI -2021). 
• UWA has also been awarded Athena Swan Bronze Accreditation in 2020.    

Advertised:18 Aug 2022 W. Australia Standard Time
Applications close:05 Sep 2022 11:55 PM W. Australia Standard Time