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Salary- Employment Type: Full Time (35 hours per week)
- Duration: Continuing
- Remuneration: $96,960 + 17% super and leave loading
- Location: Randwick (Hybrid working, min 3 days on campus)
About UNSW:
UNSW isn't like other places you've worked. Yes, we're a large organisation with a diverse and talented community; a community doing extraordinary things. Together, we are driven to be thoughtful, practical, and purposeful in all we do. Taking this combined approach is what makes our work matter. It's the reason we're one of the top 20 universities in the world and a member of Australia's prestigious Group of Eight. If you want a career where you can thrive, be challenged and do meaningful work, you're in the right place.
Why Your Role Matters:
As a Higher Degree Research (HDR) Coordinator, you will be responsible for all aspects of postgraduate research candidate administration, and for providing the highest quality service and support to current and prospective candidates and supervisors.
The role has an emphasis on enhancing candidate experience and is a lead contributor to a culture of continuous improvement in HDR coordination. A strong emphasis is also placed on the role to achieve effective working relationships and working in collaboration with other Research Support Staff in the Faculty.
The roles report to the Senior HDR Coordinator, and you'll be provided with ample training to set you up for success. As a HDR Coordinator you will work independently as well as collaboratively with team members to ensure smooth operations and provide administrative support within your cohort. Please do not apply if you seek a research-based role - supervision of researchers is not part of the responsibilities of this role.
Specific responsibilities for this role include:
- Coordinate all aspects of postgraduate research administration for researchers from assigned Disciplines, Schools and/or Centres, delivering an efficient support service to students and their supervising academics across enrolment, scholarships, progression, and completion processes.
- Provide advice, guidance and administrative support to School Managers, Heads of School and the Postgraduate Coordinators (PGCs) on a range of complex candidature issues.
- Handle sensitive issues and difficult conversations with tact and discretion and, where necessary, escalate matters of a serious nature to the Senior HDR Coordinator.
- Assist the Associate Dean (Research Training) and HDR Manager to coordinate Faculty and School projects related to the HDR program, including development and delivery of induction workshops, events, and other initiatives to enhance the student experience. Coordinate development, reviews, updates and maintenance of communications and marketing materials related to the HDR program, including website and intranet content.
- Develop and maintain effective relationships across Schools, relevant faculties and divisions, sponsors, and external stakeholders to support the HDR program.
- Coordinate the research progress review process, ensuring the participation of appropriate panel members, allocation of space and overseeing the completion of all associated tasks.
(Selection Criteria)
- Relevant tertiary qualification with subsequent relevant experience or equivalent competence gained through any combination of education, training and experience.
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and productively within a team, but also to take initiative and work independently while managing competing demands.
- Highly advanced interpersonal, written and oral communication skills.
- Demonstrated experience providing effective customer service and support to clients at all levels.
- Excellent time management skills, with a demonstrated ability to respond to changing priorities, manage multiple tasks and meet competing deadlines by using judgement and initiative.
- High proficiency of computer literacy, working with a range of computer systems and applications.
UNSW offer a competitive salary and access to a plethora of UNSW-perks including:
- 17% Superannuation and leave loading
- Flexible working
- Additional 3 days of leave over the Christmas Period
- Access to lifelong learning and career development
- Discounts and entitlements (retail, education, fitness)
How to Apply:
Please apply online with your CV and a statement address the selection criteria (these are listed below the Skills and Experience in the Position Description). A copy of the Position Description can be found on JOBS@UNSW.
Applications close: Monday 15th January 2024 at 11:55pm (Sydney time).
Please note this opportunity is available to applicants with Australian working rights only.
Get in Touch (for job related queries only - applications will not be accepted if sent to the contact listed):
Anabel Wason
Talent Acquisition Consultant
UNSW is committed to evolving a culture that embraces equity and supports a diverse and inclusive community where everyone can participate fairly, in a safe and respectful environment. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and encourage applications from people of diverse gender, sexual orientation, cultural and linguistic backgrounds, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background, people with disability and those with caring and family responsibilities. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff.
