Senior Administration Officer, Research

• Full-time, continuing (permanent) opportunity
• Salary range between $88,301 - $96,849, plus 17% superannuation
• Located at either Gold Coast or Lismore

About us

Southern Cross University is a dynamic, ambitious institution focused on its purpose of changing lives through revolutionary learning and research with real impact. Our game changing Southern Cross Model brings a deeper learning experience, improving individual student outcomes, quality of life and a better way to learn. Our world-ranked research is driving positive impact for our communities, environment and economy.

Working at Southern Cross University combines a combination of being surrounded by ambitious students, dedicated colleagues and an environment of stunning natural beauty. We are leaders in our communities in the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales, Coffs Harbour and the Gold Coast and pride ourselves on helping shape a better tomorrow.

About the opportunity

This is an exciting opportunity for a Senior Administration Officer, Research to join our esteemed Faculty of Education. This is a pivotal role in providing comprehensive administrative support to various facets of research administration across the Faculty. Core responsibilities will include:

• Oversee the administrative and financial aspects of research projects, including grant preparation, invoicing, and reconciliation. Serve as a key liaison, collaborating with stakeholders to ensure compliance with agreements and streamline contract management processes.
• Interpret and analyse research performance data for benchmarking purposes, providing executive support to Faculty leadership in coordinating research portfolios, including organizing meetings and ensuring implementation of agreed actions.
• Review and recommend improvements to research guidelines and procedures, ensuring alignment with university policies. Coordinate research events and engagement activities, liaising with internal and external stakeholders to promote research initiatives.
• Liaise with the Graduate School to monitor HDR milestones and update research communications platforms for increased engagement. Collaborate with faculty staff to ensure effective dissemination of research-related information.

About you

Alongside a relevant degree or equivalent experience and background in research administration, you will be passionate about fostering academic excellence and supporting innovative research projects, with a comprehensive understanding of research (including HDR) policies and procedures. More specifically, you will have:

• Experience in reviewing complex research funding rules and agreements, providing advice, maintaining financial records, preparing budgets, and regularly reporting on expenditure against budgets.
• High-level problem solving, stakeholder engagement and organisational skills.
• Demonstrated analytical skills to interpret data, and develop and apply guidelines, policies and procedures.

Salary and benefits

Our staff benefit from flexible work arrangements, including hybrid work models, generous parental and carer’s leave provisions, wellbeing initiatives, employee assistance programs and professional learning opportunities. This position is:

• Full-time, continuing (permanent)
• Located at either Gold Coast or Lismore. Generous relocation support available.
• HEW Level 6. The base salary ranges from $88,301 - $96,849 per annum, plus 17% employer’s contribution to superannuation. The total remuneration package is up to $113,313.

Find out more about working at SCU by visiting Why Work at SCU.

Application requirements

Applicants must apply online and attach a CV and cover letter responding to the selection criteria within the position description by the closing date. Information to support you prepare your application is available on our website. If you experience difficulties applying online or need reasonable adjustments at any point in the application or interview process, please let us know by contacting ****@scu.edu.au.  

Job applicants must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, Australian permanent resident or currently hold a visa with ongoing work rights in Australia. Employer visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Further information
Additional information is available in the position description or by contacting:
Name:       Mr Simon Brown, Faculty Manager, Faculty of Education
Phone:      (02) 6626 9***

Email:        ***********@scu.edu.au

Closing Date: 11.30pm AEST, Sunday 7 April 2024

Southern Cross University is committed to ensuring that the University reflects the rich diversity across the region in which the University’s campuses are located.

The University encourages applications from people of all ages, women, Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people, people living with disabilities, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and people who openly identify as LGBTQI+.

We encourage applications from people with disability and will provide adjustments to the recruitment process upon request.

Together, we are Transforming Tomorrow.

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