Post-Award Contracts Adviser

Job no:517065
Work type:full time
Location:Crawley
Categories:Research support, Business Development

• An exciting opportunity to lead a commercial contracting role within the research sector, enabling cutting-edge research by supporting partnerships with industry, government and the community
• Level 8, full-time appointment on an ongoing basis
• Base salary range: $106,775 - $116,709 p.a. plus 17% superannuation

Office of Research

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, supported by the freedom to innovate and inspire, there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top university.

About the team

The Office of Research is responsible for formulating and providing policy advice, and for developing and implementing procedures to effectively coordinate and administer externally and internally funded research activities which enhance the University’s research reputation. The  Research Operations Team is responsible for the procurement and administration of internally and externally funded research grants, contracts and postdoctoral research fellowships.

About the opportunity

You will work as part of a team which administers research grants, contracts and postdoctoral research fellowships. You will take a lead role in the review, negotiation and management of research agreements, including liaising with the legal office and other staff across the University. 

To be considered for this opportunity, you will demonstrate:

• Relevant degree qualification in law or demonstrated equivalent competency
• Substantial and extensive relevant senior administrative experience in research grants at an appropriate level
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills, including report writing
• Demonstrated track record of success in negotiating and coordinating complex contract management and administration, including drafting, negotiating, reviewing and administration of research contracts with significant stakeholders including the Commonwealth Government, industry partners and other research institutions
• Substantial project management skills combined with highly developed conceptual, analytic and problem-solving skills
• Demonstrated understanding and knowledge of the legal aspects of intellectual property and risk management principles
• Demonstrated contemporary knowledge of compliance requirements for major grant funding bodies including the ARC and NHMRC

About your application

Full details of the position's responsibilities and the selection criteria are outlined in the position description:   PD - Post-Award Contracts Adviser 517065.pdf

The content of your Resume and Cover Letter should demonstrate how you meet the selection criteria.

You may also submit an additional statement (1 page max) outlining any personal circumstances which should be considered when assessing your application. Applicants who have experienced periods of academic/professional interruption or other relevant events can include a description of achievements relative to opportunity in this statement.

Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Monday, 22 April 2024

To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Ieuan Linck at [email protected]

This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.

Application Details: Please apply online via the Apply Now button.

Our commitment to inclusion and diversity

UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace.  We celebrate difference and believe diversity is fundamental to achieving our goals as a globally recognised Top 100 educational and research institution.  We are committed to creating a safe work environment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community and people living with disability.

• We have a globally competitive, gender neutral parental leave policy with 26 weeks paid leave after 12 months service and 36 weeks after 5 years.
• We have on-campus childcare facilities for children aged 6 weeks to kindy.
• We facilitate flexible working, with part-time and job-sharing arrangements considered.
• We have an ongoing partnership with Pride in Diversity and were recently awarded a Bronze Employer status for LGBTIQA+ inclusion.
• We have Athena SWAN Bronze accreditation and actively work to improve gender equity. 

Should you have any queries relating to your application, please contact the individual named in the advertisement. Alternatively, contact the Talent team at [email protected] with details of your query. To enable a quick response, please include the 6-digit job reference number and a member of the team will respond to your enquiry.

Advertised:26 Mar 2024 W. Australia Standard Time
Applications close:22 Apr 2024 11:55 PM W. Australia Standard Time