Contracts Officer

Job no: 0061839
Location: Parkville
Role type: Full-time, Continuing
Department: Research, Innovation and Commercialisation
Salary: UOM 5 – $79,961 - $91,844 p.a. plus 17% super

• Facilitate negotiation and execution of research and other agreements, and manage contracts through to execution.
• Cultivate productive and collaborative working relationships within the Research Contracts team and with other RIC staff, as well as with stakeholders in Chancellery, COO-P, and Faculties, ensuring seamless progression of research transactions.
• Brilliant benefits and a flexible hybrid work environment!

About the Role

The Contracts Officer, under the guidance of the Senior Contracts Officer, Research Contracts, plays a pivotal role in facilitating the negotiation and execution of research agreements while providing essential commercial advice to internal stakeholders. They are tasked with managing contracts through to completion and must foster collaborative relationships within the Research Contracts team and with other RIC staff, as well as with stakeholders in Chancellery, COO-P, and Faculties to ensure smooth progression of research transactions.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Review, advise on, negotiate and finalise research agreements, seeking further legal advice or review as necessary;
• Organise approval and signing of research agreements by appropriate delegates;
• Build strong working relationships with researchers, staff within RIC, Faculty staff and external customers to ensure that RIC is easy to do business with;

Who we are looking for

You will possess excellent written and verbal communication skills, coupled with a demonstrated ability to apply initiative and judgment in resolving commercial contracting issues. Additionally, strong time management and organisational skills are essential, along with the capacity to collaborate effectively within a team environment, supporting colleagues as needed on various projects.

You will also have:

• A law degree, with it being desirable that you have demonstrated experience and expertise in drafting, negotiating, and advising on contracts within a commercial or government environment;

For further information regarding responsibilities and requirements please refer to the attached PD.

Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.

Your new team – Research, Innovation and Commercialisation

RIC is a specialised team at the University of Melbourne dedicated to supporting research and innovation endeavors. They provide comprehensive services ranging from proposal funding submission to post-award support, business development, intellectual property management, and professional development programs, all with a commitment to service excellence and fostering an innovative and supportive culture. As part of the Research Grant, Contracts, and Finance team, you will focus on assisting academics with the post-award administration of research funding, ensuring successful outcomes and impactful research endeavors.

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!

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We are dedicated to ensuring barrier free and inclusive practices to recruit the most talented candidates. If you require reasonable adjustments, please contact Kim Groizard at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au, 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 Fahim Farzad 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.