Job no: 0052564
Location: Parkville
Role type: Full-time; Continuing
Department: Chancellery Research & Enterprise (CRE)
Salary: UOM 7 - $106,432 - $115,211 p.a. plus 17% super
- Drive strategies, policies, and initiatives that strengthen research capability, integrity, and strategic oversight at the University.
- Collaborate across faculties and research leadership on impactful research strategies, diversity initiatives, and professional development opportunities.
- Brilliant benefits and a flexible hybrid work environment!
About the Role
The Research Strategy Project Officer (RSPO) plays a key role in supporting the University’s research ambitions under Advancing Melbourne 2030. Working closely with senior academic and professional staff members in the office the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research) (DVCR), the RSPO contributes to initiatives, policies, and programmes that enhance research capability and integrity, while managing academic engagement in key activities such as grant application reviews and researcher development schemes. This dynamic role involves leading strategic projects, key committee support, event planning, diversity and inclusion actions, and the preparation of research papers and briefs, requiring a collaborative and proactive approach to achieving the University’s research goals.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Supporting research capability and integrity workstreams, collaborating with faculties and other University teams.
- Preparing research analyses, briefing papers, reports, and institutional communications for DVCR deliverables.
- Providing executive support for key research committees, including meeting papers, minutes, and action tracking.
- Contribute to research strategy initiatives, including diversity and inclusion actions, fellowship selections, and enhancing research systems.
Who we are looking for
You will have excellent organisational and planning skills, enabling you to follow project plans, manage priorities, and contribute to evaluating initiatives. With strong writing and analytical abilities, you will produce high-quality reports and correspondence, collaborate effectively with stakeholders, and support senior staff with sound judgement and discretion in handling sensitive information.
You will also have:
- A tertiary qualification in a relevant discipline or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Experience in a project officer role or similar within a complex organisation such as a university, research institute, or government department.
- Advanced proficiency in using the Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook, and (desirable) some familiarity working with web-based platforms for effective project management and communication.
- A strong ability to quickly learn and adapt to applications, priorities and processes, enabling collaboration and efficiency in a dynamic research management environment.
For further information regarding responsibilities and requirements please refer to the attached PD.
This role requires the successful candidate to undergo and maintain an up-to-date Working with Children Check. This is essential to guarantee a secure environment for all individuals at the University. In the case the selected candidate doesn't have a valid Working with Children Check, they will be able to apply for the WWCC as part of the initial onboarding procedures.
Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.
Your new team – Chancellery (Research and Enterprise)
The Chancellery (Research and Enterprise) (CRE) portfolio, led by the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research) (DVC (R)), works closely with Academic Divisions to achieve the University’s research ambitions. The DVC (R) ensures research is conducted to the highest ethical standards and drives a commitment to excellence. CRE leads initiatives under the Advancing Melbourne strategy, focusing on delivering high-quality research across diverse disciplines, attracting and nurturing global research talent, providing access to a world-class research environment, fostering impactful research partnerships, enabling interdisciplinary collaboration, and supporting researchers in translating their work to create meaningful impact.
What we offer you!
In addition, we offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a range of benefits including generous leave provisions, salary packaging, health and well-being services, and discounts on graduate courses. For more information check out our benefits page!
The University of Melbourne
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The University of Melbourne values the unique backgrounds, experiences, and contributions that each person brings to our community and welcomes and celebrates diversity. First Nations people, those identifying as LGBTQIA+, parents, carers, people of all ages, abilities, and genders, and people of diverse ethnicity, nationality, and faith are encouraged to apply. Our aim is to create a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live. For more information please visit our Diversity and Inclusion page.
We are dedicated to ensuring barrier free and inclusive practices to recruit the most talented candidates. If you require reasonable adjustments, please contact the employee listed on the first page of the Position Description found below, with an email containing your name and contact details for a confidential discussion. Please ensure your email is titled "Reasonable Adjustments Request".
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
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For further information, including our 2023-2027 Indigenous strategy please visit -https://about.unimelb.edu.au/reconciliation/murmuk-djerring
Join Us!
If you feel this role is right for you, please apply with the following documents:
- Resume
- Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience
Please note that you are not required to respond to the selection criteria in the Position Description.
If you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please feel free to contact Rehan via email at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au, ensuring that you include the Position Number and the Job Title as the subject. Please do not share your application to this email address.
If you have any particular questions regarding the job please follow the contact details listed on the Position Description.
Position Description
