Research Relationships Coordinator

Job Reference: 1186752
  
Research Office at Curtin
  
Across all our research areas, we aim to strike a balance between demand-driven research, which solves defined problems for industry and society, and researcher-driven research, which is characterised by a desire to push the limits of understanding.

Step into a future that Curtin research is helping to create! - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ana38uVJ8Ak
  
Your new role 
  
The successful candidate will manage relationships with stakeholders to support the delivery of Curtin’s research strategy.

Previous experience within the educational sector is highly desired.

As the Research Relationships Coordinator you will be responsible for:

• Develop and maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Provide support and advice to research stakeholders based on a detailed understanding of researcher needs and an understanding a range of university policies and external requirements
• Develop and maintain information and materials for websites, guidelines, workshops and training sessions
• Coordinate, participate and present information in workshops information and training sessions
• Gather and assess information and make recommendations
• Contribute to the development and use of systems and processes which capture, measure and promote the broad economic, social and cultural impact of research and its outputs
• Engage and collaborate with key university service providers (e.g. Legal Services, Financial Services, People & Culture, DTS and Properties)
• Support the embedding of a change in the service delivery offered to Curtin’s Researchers by always being committed to improvement and new ways of working

We are looking for someone with:

• Completion of a diploma qualification with relevant work experience; or equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training
• Experience in and commitment to the implementation of best practice, continual improvement, and client focused service delivery standards to deliver effective and efficient customer service
• Excellent interpersonal and the ability to work collaboratively across an organisation to develop strong relationships and networks, work collaboratively within a team and provide supervisory guidance to others
• Well-developed oral and written communication skills
•  Demonstrated effective time management and organisational skills

As this is a fixed-term contract, you will require current work rights in Australia that match the tenure of this role.

To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Felicity Kamid, Team Lead Research Relationships via **************@curtin.edu.au.

Why Choose Us?
Our staff are an energetic, dedicated team of academics and professionals working together to provide Australia and the world with quality graduates and innovative research. Curtin is a friendly place where integrity, respect for one another, courage, excellence, and impact are a part of everyday life.
  
Our vibrant Bentley campus includes a gym, childcare, medical centre, art gallery, hotel, endless food options including a supermarket, beautiful gardens, end-of-trip facilities, accessible parking, and excellent public transport connections.

• Global Excellence: Curtin University proudly stands among the top one percent of global universities according to the ARWU 2023 rankings.
• Adaptable Work Environment: Embrace flexibility with a role based at our Bentley campus. Our Talent Acquisition team enjoys a blend of remote work (2 days a week) and the option to work from our Midland or St Georges Terrace offices on occasion for a change of scenery.
• Rewards Beyond Salary: Enjoy the perks of a generous superannuation contribution (17%) and customisable salary packaging benefits through Paywise.
• Time Well-Spent: Experience the added value of 17.5% Leave Loading, with the option to be paid out or taken as additional leave. Benefit from Parental Leave (26 weeks for the primary caregiver), Annual Leave (20 days), Personal Leave (14 days), Curtin University Leave (2 days), Study Leave, and Community Service Leave. Plus, access to Long Service Leave after 7 years of continuous service (65 days/13-week entitlement for full-time staff).
• Recognition for Prior Service: Curtin recognises prior service for long service leave purposes. New Curtin employees may be* eligible if they have worked for an Australian University, public service or other recognised institution.
• Health and Wellness: Our on-campus Medical Centre prioritises Curtin staff and students. Join Curtin's Healthy Lifestyle Program, with up to 2 hours per week of paid time off to engage in University-approved healthy lifestyle activities. Explore Curtin’s wellbeing locations at https://tinyurl.com/mtyf3vad

For more information about our university visit www.curtin.edu.au

Join us!
Please provide a cover letter, and your CV 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.
  
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Applications close: 12:00pm Australian Western Standard Time (AWST), Friday 15 March 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), quoting the reference number.

Please note we are not accepting applications from recruitment agencies at this time.