Manager Academic And Research Services

Full time, continuing appointment 
Professional level 8 salary - $102,831 to $116,253 pa
Plus 17% superannuation and 6 weeks annual leave
Casuarina Campus

Lead the development, implementation and evaluation of innovative and effective library services at Charles Darwin University (CDU)

About the Position
As the Manager Academic and Research Services, you will lead the development, implementation and evaluation of innovative and effective library services in support of teaching, learning, research and engagement objectives of the University. You will contribute to the overall analysis, planning and management of library services, including the development and implementation of action plans.

About You
To be successful, you will require:

• Postgraduate qualifications or progress to postgraduate qualifications with extensive relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of extensive experience and education/training Information Management
• Demonstrated skills in supervising and managing dispersed teams including the ability to manage performance and drive excellence in service delivery.
• Demonstrated knowledge and ability to advise staff and Researchers on topics including (but not limited to) scholarly publishing and communication, research data management and Research impact.
• Lead the team in partnership with academics in the areas of curriculum design, digital literacies and open education resources.
• Proven organisational skills, including experience in enhancing stakeholder engagement.
• High level communication and interpersonal skills including project management and reporting.
• Demonstrated experience in the delivery of Academic and Research support services and in the application of technologies to develop and improve services

To view the responsibilities of the role, please click on the: Position Profile.

Remuneration 
Appointment to this role will be at Professional level 8. The base salary will be in the range of $102,831 to $116,253 per annum. The total remuneration package will be in the range of $120,312 to $136,016 per annum, including 17% superannuation.

What’s in it for you?

• An employer who values your contribution to building a bigger, better and stronger University
• Work with a University committed to changing people’s lives for the better through training, education and Research
• Opportunities for professional development, paid study and career progression
• An enviable lifestyle in the spectacular Northern Territory 
• 17% superannuation 
• Up to six weeks of paid annual leave 
• Up to 26 weeks of paid parental leave (primary care giver), in addition to government payments (eligibility criteria apply)
• Recognition of prior service with another Australian university / NT Government for Long Service Leave (recognition applied to qualifying period only)
• Ability to negotiate transfer of leave entitlements under the Public Employment (Mobility) Act 1989
• Free on-campus parking in designated areas 
• Employee Assistance Program
• Salary Packaging opportunities

How to Apply
All applications must be received online via the ‘apply’ button and should include your resume and a cover letter outlining your interest in the role and relevant skills and experience.

For a confidential discussion about the position please contact Bernadette Royal on 08 8946 68***or email ***************@cdu.edu.au 

Adjustments can be made throughout the application and selection process, as well as during employment to support applicants and employees with disability. CDU’s Workplace Adjustment Policy and Procedure can be found at https://policies.cdu.edu.au/view-current.php?id=191&version=1. If you would like to discuss adjustments, please contact the People Services Team on 08 8946 71***or email **************@cdu.edu.au.

Diversity and Inclusion
At CDU we actively celebrate our diversity. We innovate, embrace new ideas, and act with courage and kindness. We’re about what we can give to the world rather than what we take, and we believe in the transformative power of education. We work hard to make sure every member of our University community feels they truly belong. Understanding that it is through our focus on our people and leveraging our differences that will make CDU the most connected University in Australia, we are striving to ensure that our culture and our community are inclusive of all our staff, students, and visitors. We are committed to maintaining a culture where everyone feels respected, safe, encouraged to speak up and supported in achieving their professional goals. Applications from First Nations people, women at all levels, culturally and racially marginalised people, people with disability, neurotypical and neurodiverse people, LGBTQIA+ people, people with family and caring responsibilities and people at all stages of their careers are welcomed.
 
You make CDU. And we want you to be exactly who you are.  

Applications Close: Friday 26th April 2024