Opportunity to leverage and grow your skills in contracts administration and analysis
2x Full time, fixed term contracts until January 2026
Base Salary between $100K to $108K + 17% superannuation
About the opportunity
As a Research Contracts & Administration Officer, you will provide end-to-end management (i.e. drafting and negotiation) and administration of agreements for funding of research and/or professional services contracts, grants, tenders and fellowships.
If you enjoy a fast-paced work environment and pride yourself on being a pragmatic forward-thinking individual, you will thrive in this dynamic and passionate team at a world leading university at the cutting edge of research.
Reporting to the Manager of Research Contracts and Administration, your key responsibilities will be to:
support the end-to-end management of agreements for research grants, tenders, and fellowships
negotiate agreements with external parties, assist with signing of agreements and deal with account opening
take responsibility for University-wide administrative processes and procedures
ensure the completion of assigned contracts, grants, tenders and fellowships in a timely manner
build trusting relationships within a complex network of cross-University environments
collaborate with members of Research Operations to systematically review administrative procedures.
About you
tertiary qualifications in Law is desirable, and at least experience in drafting and negotiating contracts and dealing with related processes
experience in research and grant funding administration, ideally within the higher education sector
experience in a high-volume environment with strict deadlines
well-developed customer service skills and ability to work independently under broad direction
excellent analytical and problem-solving skills and demonstrated ability to apply attention to detail
knowledge and understanding of national and international research funding opportunities, processes, and policies.
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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.
Australian Temporary Residents currently employed at the University of Sydney may be considered for a fixed term contract for the length of their visa, depending on the requirements of the hiring area and the position.
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.
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