Research Support Assistant

Position Details

• Fixed term | Full -Time until December 2024
• Higher Education Officer Level 5 | $77,686 - $85,736
• Location: Bedford Park / Kaurna Country
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Research Development and Support 

Research Development and Support (RDS) works with Flinders researchers, Colleges, Centres and Institutes, other portfolios, and external stakeholders to proactively support our research. Our teams underpin Flinders’ research evolving from ideas through to impact. RDS is part of the Portfolio of the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research) and provides excellence in all facets of research management and promoting Flinders’ research. 

About the Role

As Research Support Assistant, you will provide vital research administrative support to researchers within the College of Science and Engineering and related Centres and Institutes.

Working closely with the College RDS support team you will:

• Provide advice on the interpretation of funding guidelines and administrative procedures in accordance with university policies and other relevant information.
• Assist researchers with the administrative aspects of the preparation and submission of grant and tender applications.
• Communicate research funding and training opportunities.
• Provide secretariat support to committees and/or working groups within the College.
• Deliver an excellent customer service experience by proactively investigating, assembling and communicating information on a wide range of issues related to research to a diverse internal audience.

About You

You will demonstrate a high degree of initiative and experience in delivering high quality administration and support services within a large and complex organisation, with experience in university administrative systems and procedures. You will be an excellent communicator who uses their high-level interpersonal skills to develop strong and collegial relationships with staff and stakeholders. With well-developed written communication skills, you will provide administrative support to assist the operations of the College and related Centers and Institutes. You will apply your analytical and problem-solving skills and work well both individually and as part of a team, exercising judgment in the prioritizing of tasks to deliver set objectives and continuously improve processes and procedures. Your keen attention to detail will help to demonstrate your commitment to high quality service delivery and you will have well-developed computing skills in using office computer applications.

You will also have completed a degree, or equivalent combination of experience and/or education and/or training.

Life at Flinders

We're transforming and investing in people and facilities to create contemporary, stimulating, and satisfying learning and work environments that reflect our core values of excellence, innovation, courage, and integrity. Flinders is refocusing its strategic priorities with the aim of elevating its performance to be a top ten Australian university, and amongst the top 1% in the world.

Reaching beyond the limits of buildings, borders, and backgrounds, ours is an inclusive culture that believes absolutely in equality and opportunity for all. We don't just accommodate differences; we embrace and celebrate them. So, why work at Flinders?

• 17% Superannuation + salary packaging options
• Flexible working arrangements
• Wide range of professional development activities and services
• We embrace diversity and promote equity and inclusion for all students and staff
• Vibrant campus life and amenities including on campus health care services, gym and childcare centre (Bedford Park, South Australia).

Our Commitment to Reconciliation and Indigenous Employment

Flinders University is proud to be an organisation that is committed to our Reconciliation Action Plan and Indigenous Workforce Strategy. Our vision is to be a preferred employer for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.  We are committed to progressing Indigenous advancement in education, research, employment, and wellbeing, and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples for all Flinders vacancies.

Prescribed Conditions for Employment

• A valid National Police Certificate which is satisfactory to the University will also be required before the successful applicant can commence in this position.
• Please note that you may be required to provide evidence that you are up to date with COVID-19 vaccinations, in line with the Flinders University COVID-19 Vaccination Policy 

How to Apply and Information

• In addition to uploading your CV, please submit a Cover Letter/Suitability Statement of no more than 3 pages elaborating on your previous experience and addressing the Key Position Capabilities of the position description.
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• For more information regarding this position, please contact Alison Dutton

Certification

Applications to be submitted before 10:00 pm:

05 May 2024

At Flinders we embrace and celebrate diversity and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people of all ages, ethnicities, abilities, sexual orientations, and gender identities.

Flinders. Fearless.