Senior Coordinator, Research Operations

• Full-time, ongoing position 
• Salary Level HEW 8 + 17% Superannuation and Flexible Working Arrangements
• Based at the City campus, but may be required to work and/or be based at other campuses of the University

About You

Reporting to the Deputy Pro Vice Chancellor, Research and Innovation (R&I), you will be responsible for leading and managing the College of Design and Social Context research operations team to assist the College in fulfilling its Research and Innovation goals. You will work closely with the Associate Deans R&I across the College’s Schools and the associated research centres and research groups to prioritise research operational requirements in line with annual planning. This also includes managing the compilation of content for annual reports and acting as a primary contact point on behalf of Associate Deans R&I and Centre Directors to deal with issues around pre award and post award operational issues.

Additionally, you will build effective and collaborative relationships with key internal stakeholders such as Associate Deans R&I, Research Centre directors, Research Group leaders, Managers/Senior Managers Planning and Resources, the College Director Planning and Resources and the College Research and Innovation Business Partner.

To be successful in this position, you’ll have, but not limited to:

• Extensive experience in research administration, preferably in the humanities, social sciences and creative disciplines.
• Experience in managing a team and the ability to lead, direct and influence others to achieve strategic priorities and outcomes.
• Demonstrated ability to work with stakeholders to achieve a collaborative and cooperative team environment.
• Experience in coordinating the delivery of operational support services, for example, facilities, HR admin, events, procurement. 
• Highly developed organisational and planning skills, with a high level of attention to detail and the ability to prioritise tasks.
• Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to the underlying value and associated impact of research across the humanities, social sciences and creative disciplines.
• Formal qualifications and/or relevant work experience in financial management, desirable.
• Formal qualifications and/or relevant work experience in content development, desirable.

Please Note: Appointment to this position is subject to passing a Working with Children check. 

About the College

The College of Design and Social Context encompasses RMIT University’s renowned art, architecture, design, built environment, communication, and social science disciplines. The college has 24,500 students and over 1,000 staff located in 9 schools.

The College’s academic programs are generally market leaders and in high demand. Based on a strong foundation of practise led, industry partnered teaching and research, we aim to deliver skilled graduates with a deep sense of purpose, and high impact research and innovation.

About RMIT

RMIT is a multi-sector university of technology, design and enterprise with more than 91,000 students and 11,000 staff globally. RMIT offers postgraduate, undergraduate, vocational education and online programs to provide students with a variety of work-relevant pathways.

Our purpose is to offer life-changing experiences for our students, and to help shape the world with research, innovation, teaching and industry engagement. With strong industry connections forged over 130 years, collaboration with industry remains integral to RMIT’s leadership in education, applied and innovative research, and to the development of highly skilled, globally focused graduates.

Culture

Our Values inspire us, wherever we are in the world, and guide how we live and work together.

Imagination. Agility. Courage. Passion. Impact. Inclusion. 

What unites us is our purpose and our values; they are at the heart of who we are, what we stand for, how we make decisions and connect with each other.

Our people make everything at the University possible. We encourage new approaches to work and learning, stimulating change to drive positive impact. RMIT exists to create transformative experiences for our students, getting them ready for life and work. You will be a part of a productive and collaborative team, who values working relationships and outcomes through open and inclusive planning, continuous information sharing and transparent work practices.

Bring Your Whole Self to Work

We are better for our diversity. When we listen to those who are different to us, or challenge us, we grow stronger together. When we feel like we belong, we can achieve so much more. We respect each other, embrace our differences and build a sense of belonging in our team and beyond. 

We are proud that our dedication to diversity has been recognised by a broad spectrum of external organisations. Visit our Linkedin Life pages to learn more and see some of our most recent wins. 

RMIT has a strong dhumbali (commitment) to the employment, development and retention of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people within a culturally safe environment; we strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. 

To Apply 

Please submit your CV and covering letter addressing your suitability for this position by clicking on the ‘Apply’ link below. For further information about this position, please see Position Description below or contact Ralph Horne via email ralph.horne@rmit.edu.au

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Applications close on Thursday, 3rd June at 11:55pm.

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RMIT is an equal opportunity employer committed to being a child safe organisation. We are dedicated to attracting, retaining and developing our people regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability and age. Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community and we strongly encourage applications from the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community.

Please note that whilst we still accept applications from any persons interested in our roles, due to the impacts of COVID-19, we are currently prioritising applications from those with current working rights in Australia and who are not affected by travel restrictions. Please see the latest updates to Australia’s immigration and border arrangements during the COVID-19 (Coronavirus) outbreak: https://covid19.homeaffairs.gov.au/

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Trans and Gender Diverse applicants

Inclusion is at the durrung (or heart) of who we are. We aim to create an environment where staff and students who identify as trans and gender diverse feel supported to succeed and belong.

We recognise the challenges faced by the trans and gender diverse community when applying for a new role.

At RMIT, we aim to support you from the start. Our Talent Acquisition team are active members of the RMIT Ally network.

For enquires or support through the application, recruitment and onboarding process, applicants who identify as trans or gender diverse are invited to contact Mat Lewis at mat.lewis@rmit.edu.au