Research Support Coordinator

• Leverage your robust stakeholder management abilities, adept time management expertise, and organisational finesse.
• UC Level 6, Salary Range $88,414 pa - $95,175 pa + 17% Super
• Full Time, Continuing Opportunity

About Us:

Join us here at University of Canberra where we walk together to foster an inclusive and empowered community. Together, we endeavour to empower, connect, and exchange knowledge with our diverse people, cultures, and environments.

We stand firm and dedicated to upholding fundamental values such as inclusivity, honouring Indigenous cultures (Nurragunnawali), driving positive change, nurturing curiosity, and promoting collaborative efforts. We are committed to leading the national education sector in championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility via Connected – A Decadal Strategy 2023-2032.

About the opportunity:

In this role, we seek a stakeholder-focused professional who excels in collaborative environments and is enthusiastic about working alongside like-minded individuals within a close-knit team. Your role will be crucial in ensuring the seamless functioning of administrative and academic committees, active engagement of stakeholders, and achievement of organizational objectives.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Managing invoicing processes, expense management and reconciliation tasks to maintain financial records.
• Overseeing various administrative and academic committees, ensuring they function effectively.
• Collaborating with committee members to set agendas, schedule meetings, and track action items.
• Serving as a primary point of contact for internal and external stakeholders, addressing their requirements on a timely basis.
• Providing administrative support to the Research Manager and the Associate Dean, Research, sourcing data and information related to research in the faculty

Offerings/ Benefits/ Culture:

The University offers excellent conditions and benefits such as:

• Flexible working arrangements
• Family-friendly policies
• On campus Gym, Medical services, Cafes, Post office, Supermarket and Childcare facilities.
• Professional Development offerings (study assistance, corporate programs and discounts)
• Innovative work environment with a diverse and inclusive culture
• Access to Employee Assistance Program and a corporate private Health Plan (Bupa)

We warmly welcome Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage, persons with disabilities, and those representing culturally diverse backgrounds to join us in creating a brighter, more inclusive future for all.

What we need from you: Please submit your CV containing a summary outlining your transferable skills and the value you can contribute to this role; no additional documents are necessary.

SUBMIT your CV through the “Apply Now” tab. We kindly ask that you take this opportunity to align your CV with the Position Description, ensuring that your skills and experience are clearly articulated in connection with the specific requirements of the role.

If you are initially shortlisted, you may be asked to complete an online one-way video interview. There will be a list of pre-set questions that will need to be answered within a stipulated time.

Working Rights: Applicants who wish to apply for this position should have valid working rights at the time of submission.

WWVP: The University of Canberra is committed to the safety of vulnerable and young people. As such, successful applicants will be required to have a current ACT working with vulnerable people registration. For further details on how to apply please click https://www.accesscanberra.act.gov.au

For job specific information: please contact Mrs Lorna Evans, Research Manager on 02 6201 2782 or email [email protected]

Recruitment and application questions: please contact the Talent Acquisition team on 02 6206 3867 or email [email protected]

Closing Date: 11.55pm, Sunday 5^th May 2024