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Research Support Officer - Trailblazer Programs (Major Initiatives)

Job no: 518031
Work type: full time
Location: Sydney, NSW
Categories: Research Administration support, Governance, Policy & Compliance

The Opportunity

• Build expertise in complex funding arrangements by interpreting policy and contributing to innovative solutions
• Challenge yourself and deliver excellent post-award management
• Meaningful relationship building with UNSW stakeholders working on strategic projects
• $100,331 - $108,588 (depending on experience) + 17% super + leave loading
• Full-time (35 hours week), fixed term contact to June 2027

Who you are

The flagship Commonwealth Government Trailblazer Universities Program  aims to transform research commercialisation and university-industry engagement by creating ecosystems of innovation centres that drive greater impact from Australia’s research, accelerate the translation of university research to industry, and strengthen Australia’s manufacturing capabilities in priority areas.

UNSW is leading the Australian Trailblazer for Recycling and Clean Energy (TRaCE) in collaboration with the University of Newcastle and is an integral partner of the Defence Trailblazer led by the University of Adelaide.

Reporting to the Research Support Manager Major Initiatives, Research Grants & Contracts, you’ll provide research management and administration support for the two Trailblazers and support the wider Research Grants & Contracts Team as needed.

The Organisation

Research Grants and Contracts manages the University’s research funding. The key link between UNSW researchers, executive and funding agencies such as the National Health and Medical Research Council Australian Research Council, other government and non-government research funders, philanthropic competitive grant funders and industry partners, the team is a crucial component in the University’s ongoing strategy to increase knowledge exchange and towards meeting the S25 aims.

UNSW isn’t like other places you’ve worked. Yes, we’re a large organisation with a diverse and talented community; a community doing extraordinary things. But what makes us different isn’t only what we do, it’s how we do it. Together, we are driven to be thoughtful, practical, and purposeful in all we do. Taking this combined approach is what makes our work matter. It’s the reason we’re Australia’s number one university for impact and among the nation’s Top 20 employers.

Benefits and Culture: 

UNSW offer a competitive salary and access to benefits including:

• Hybrid/Flexible working
• Additional 3 days of leave over the Christmas Period
• Access to learning and career development
• Progressive HR practices
• Discounts and entitlements  
• Affordable on-campus parking 

About the successful applicant

You can demonstrate your research funding administration knowledge and experience, as well as:

• Interpreting and applying policy, rules and regulations with exceptional attention to detail.
• Managing relationships with researchers and/or external partners, government agencies, industry clients and multilateral agencies.
• Complex funding management, as well as managing and resolving complex research funding issues.
• Highly- developed project management capabilities with evidence of high level analytical, prioritisation and time management skills.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication, negotiation and consultation skills, including an ability to exercise initiative, tact and discretion in dealing with highly sensitive and confidential matters.
• An understanding of and commitment to UNSW’s aims, objectives and values in action, together with relevant policies and guidelines.
• Knowledge of health and safety responsibilities and commitment to attending relevant health and safety training. 

To Apply: If contributing to the management of complex research grants & contracts projects is of interest to you, please submit your CV, Cover Letter and a response to Skills and Experience required nominated in the Position Description via the APPLY button.

 Contact: Shiree Thomas, Talent Acquisition Consultant: shiree.thomas@unsw.edu.au

Applications close:  11.55pm, Wednesday 6^th September 2023

UNSW is committed to equity diversity and inclusion. Applications from women, people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, those living with disabilities, members of the LGBTIQ+ community; and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, are encouraged. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff.

The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.