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This is a key position within the Research Services and Systems Team, and a great opportunity to work in a values-based, friendly, flexible and collaborative work environment at the University. Reporting to the Director of Research Services, you will be accountable for leading a high-performing Contracts and Commercial team that provides contracts and commercial services to Curtin’s research community.
Key responsibilities will include:
- Provide expert advice, support and guidance in relation to all contract and commercial matters, to inform effective risk management and mitigation decisions within a commercial context.
- Represent Curtin in external contract and commercial negotiations, develop and maintain relationships with stakeholders, including industry partners, government agencies and funding bodies.
- Demonstrate values-based leadership in leading and developing Contacts and Commercial Team members.
- Collaborate with the University's Legal Services team to ensure that the development, review and negotiation of research and commercial services contracts for Curtin University are completed with professional skill and diligence, and comply with applicable laws and regulations.
- Ensure that all contracts and agreements are managed efficiently and effectively, including maintaining accurate records and tracking key deadlines.
- Continuously evaluate and improve processes and procedures to ensure that the Contracts & Commercial team provides high-quality, responsive, and effective service to the university's research community.
To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Hannah Allan, Director of Research Services and Systems on ***************@Curtin.edu.au.
About us
We are an energetic, dedicated team of academics and professionals working together to provide global solutions through quality graduates and innovative research. Curtin is a welcoming space where integrity, respect for one another, courage, excellence, and impact are essential to everyday life. Situated on Whadjuk Nyungar Country, our vibrant campus includes an art gallery, gym, childcare and medical centre, and endless food options including a supermarket.
We encourage a progressive and diverse workplace, offering generous superannuation and salary packaging benefits. We are committed to looking after our employees by promoting health and wellbeing, work flexibility, and personal development opportunities.
For more information about our university, please visit www.curtin.edu.au
Join us!
Please provide a cover letter, your CV and a separate two paged document addressing the selection criteria noted in the Position Description and demonstrating your experience to allow us to assess your suitability for this role.
To view a copy of the Position Description, please copy and paste the following link into your web browser.
http://tinyurl.com/3pnpdu69
Applications close: 10PM Australian Western Standard Time (AWST), Tuesday, 13th February 2024.
Applicants should note that prior to appointment, any offer of employment is subject to completion of National Police Records checks, and background, integrity, and reference checks to Curtin’s satisfaction. At Curtin, we are committed to being a Child Safe organisation and this position may also require you to have a current Working With Children Check.
If you have any queries in relation to this application process, please contact our careers team on 08 9266 90***(option 3,1) and quote the Job Reference.
Please note we are not accepting applications from recruitment agencies at this time.
