Research Coordinators (HEO 7)

• Based in Research and Innovation Services
• Two full-time positions available
• Commencement Salary: $90,234 per annum (plus 17% superannuation)

About the Role

The Research Coordinators are responsible for providing expert research support and services to designated Academic Units. In this role you will work closely with researchers to identify and develop opportunities to achieve diversification of funding for research and provide support to build researcher capability and reputation.

The Research Coordinator facilitates and actively supports processes across the research lifecycle, interfacing with RIS teams that manage pre-award, research contracting, research project management and research ethics and compliance. Together all Research Coordinators work as a team to develop inter-disciplinary research opportunities across the Academic Units to achieve the University’s strategic research goals.

We are seeking to appoint one Research Coordinator on a continuing basis, and one fixed term contract until October 2022.

About UniSA

The University of South Australia is Australia’s University of Enterprise. Our culture of innovation is anchored around global and national links to academic, research and industry partners. Our graduates are the new urban professionals, global citizens at ease with the world and ready to create and respond to change. Our research is inventive and adventurous and we create new knowledge that is central to global economic and social prosperity.

Core Responsibilities

• Support the development, implementation and monitoring of research strategies and processes to ensure delivery of strategic objectives and enterprise targets
• Act as the liaison between Research and Innovation Services and the Academic Units
• Support the identification of grant and funding opportunities and implement strategies and initiatives to support the development of targeted grant and funding applications
• Provide expert and strategic advice for the Academic Units’ planning and review cycle as it relates to research and contribute to the creation and review of the strategic plan

• Skills and experience working in a senior level administrative or project role and understanding of research in a University or a similar environment, including research systems and strategic directions in research
• High level research and analytical skills to undertake complex problem solving and planning
• Ability to build constructive relationships with researchers at different career stages and to identify opportunities for research and career development
• Highly developed interpersonal skills with proven ability to work effectively within a team and with other groups across the University

Getting a great job working with the best is just the start. UniSA rewards its staff with a wide variety of benefits such as:

• Access to great personal development opportunities
• Generous superannuation contributions of 17%
• Flexible working conditions
• Corporate health insurance
• Staff study support
• A variety of leave arrangements

As a University of Enterprise, we offer a dynamic and agile workplace culture, one that embraces challenges and thrives on breaking new ground. Our staff are creative and innovative thinkers, communicating with clarity, conviction and enthusiasm. We embrace diversity and inclusion in a vibrant, engaging environment. Our people are authentic, resilient, and influential, and we deliver results.

How to Apply

For a copy of the position description and to apply, please visit Working at UniSA . The online application form will list the specific selection criteria that you need to address.

Please address your cover letter to Sarah Doyle, Senior Recruitment Consultant. For further information about the position or the recruitment process, please contact UniSA Recruitment Central on +61 8 8302 0638 or via email at [email protected] using job reference number 3837.

Applications close: 11.30pm Monday 31 January 2022

Applications welcomed from Australian or NZ citizens, Australian permanent residents and those who have the legal right to work in Australia for the term of appointment.

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Applications must be lodged online, please note UniSA does not accept applications via email.

UniSA is committed to developing a diverse workforce and a constructive enterprising culture in which everyone can thrive.

For further support, contact Recruitment Central on +61 8 8302 1700 or email [email protected] and you will receive a response within one working day.

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