Job description
Permanent/Continuing, full-time appointmentLevel 5: $74,979 - $84,793 + 17% Superannuation The Researcher Development Unit (RDU) sits within the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research & Sustainable Futures) portfolio. The portfolio works with the Faculties to build an outstanding research community that values emerging researchers and supports research-active staff to achieve the highest quality results and disseminate their benefits to user communities. The RDU delivers programs and activities aligned with UOW’s research priorities and strategic goals to support the development of researchers across all career stages - from graduate researchers to professors. The team undertake a diverse range of high-volume tasks in a complex work environment. We collaborate with other units to:design and implement initiatives that support the development of researchers, in particular those colleagues from underrepresented groups; support the development of responsible research leaders; andpromote and support recognition opportunities for researchers.An opportunity exists to join a highly motivated dynamic team dedicated to advancing Researcher Development. The Researcher Development Officer will provide high quality and efficient administration to underpin the successful delivery of approved programs supporting the development of researchers across all career stages - from graduate researchers to professors.This is an exciting opportunity for a pro-active, innovative person to join a newly formed team and contribute to shaping its growth and success. You will have the opportunity to develop systems and processes that support our initiatives and our research colleagues. Success in this role requires a collegial and team orientated approach, emphasising collaborative ways of working to meet our strategic objectives. You will be prompted to respond to a selection criteria questionnaire as part of the application process. For further information about this position, please contact Distinguished Professor Sharon Robinson, Dean of Researcher Development and Integrity on 0400 056 549 or via email: sharonr@uow.edu.au Position DescriptionClosing Date: Sunday 10 March 2024, 11:59 PMNote: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Only candidates with valid work rights in Australia are eligible to apply.The University of Wollongong is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. As an equal opportunity employer, and a recognised leader in gender equality, we encourage and welcome applications from a diverse range of backgrounds and people including: culturally and linguistically diverse, women, disability, LGBTIQ+, and Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Australians.About usThe University of Wollongong was born with a mission to transform our region: to educate and empower the people of the Illawarra. Our commitment to a better future has shaped our direction and impact since our inception. Over the years, we have grown to be a global diverse and inclusive civic university, working to solve global challenges and promoting harmony and social cohesion. We are proud to be a globally recognised and respected university, opening doors for our students, staff and partners.