Position Number: 0048244
Location: Parkville
Role type: Full-time; Continuing
Department/School: Research Innovation and Commercialisation
Salary: UoM 5 - $83,159 - $95,518 p.a. plus 17% super
- Cultivate collaborative relationships / Facilitate cutting-edge research contracts / Develop expertise in academic and commercial sectors
- Apply now to join our innovative Research Contracts team and shape the future of university research partnerships
- Investing in you - benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities.
In line with the 2024 Enterprise Agreement clause 1.15.5 & 1.15.6.2, the University is committed to growing the number of Continuing jobs, and to increase the proportion of Continuing employment FTE in comparison to Fixed-Term or Casual employment. As part of this shared objective, all continuing vacancies will be advertised internally for a minimum of five working days to allow for current staff at the University to apply and be considered - ahead of external recruitment.
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Your next career opportunity
As a Contracts Officer at the University of Melbourne, you'll play a crucial role in facilitating research and commercial agreements. You'll have the opportunity to draft, review, and negotiate contracts while providing expert commercial advice to academic and professional stakeholders. This role offers you the chance to develop your legal expertise in a dynamic university environment, collaborating with diverse teams to drive innovative research partnerships.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Drafting and Negotiating Agreements: Review, advise on, and finalise research and commercial engagement contracts, seeking legal advice when necessary.
- Building Strong Relationships: Cultivate productive working relationships with researchers, RIC staff, faculty members, and external clients to ensure smooth business operations.
- Providing Contract Support: Process contracts, report on their status, and support junior team members in their development.
- Ensuring Compliance: Adhere to the University's risk management framework, including relevant legislation, statutes, regulations, and policies.
You may be a great fit if:
You are a law graduate with demonstrated experience in drafting and negotiating contracts, possessing excellent communication skills and the ability to apply initiative and judgment to complex commercial contracting issues.
You may also:
- Have a law degree with experience in commercial or government contracting.
- Possess a good working knowledge of contract law, commercial contracting, and intellectual property.
- Demonstrate strong time management and organisational skills.
- Have the ability to work effectively in a team and support colleagues on various projects.
- Show commitment to providing high-quality, responsive client service.
For further information please refer to the attached PD.
What we offer you!
We offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits to support your success and sense of fulfillment, including:
- Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being
- Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balance
- Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance
- Health and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program
- Comprehensive career development and training, plus a 25% discount on UniMelb graduate courses for your immediate family members!
For more information check out our benefits page!
Your new team – Research, Innovation and Commercialisation
Research, Innovation and Commercialisation (RIC) is the central facilitator of research funding in the University, taking advantage of the full diversity of research funding opportunities. RIC is a specialist team dedicated to enabling the University's research and enterprise mission working closely with our academics, professional colleagues, industry partners, funding agencies and government agencies. We have a passion to see our academics and their collaboration partners succeed, achieve research excellence and translate their discoveries into real-world innovation and impact. RIC operates University-wide across all nine Academic Divisions and Chancellery.
Be Yourself
The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child-safe organisation. We are committed to creating an inclusive and equitable workplace where all individuals feel valued, respected, and have the opportunity to thrive regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, age, being a parent or having caring responsibilities.
The University of Melbourne is committed to fostering a barrier-free and inclusive recruitment process. We are dedicated to providing reasonable adjustments for candidates throughout the application and interview stages, including accessible document formats and alternative application methods. To discuss your specific requirements, please feel free to contact Kim Groizard +61 3 9035 3218 or send an email titled 'Reasonable Adjustments' to hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au. You can find more information for applicants requiring reasonable adjustments on our Careers website: https://about.unimelb.edu.au/careers
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians, with unprecedented investment to attract, nurture and retain Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and staff. Tangible support through a range of programs and initiatives will ensure that you personally succeed and flourish while at the University of Melbourne.
For further information, including our 2023-2027 Indigenous strategy please visit -https://about.unimelb.edu.au/reconciliation/murmuk-djerring
If you are a member of an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community and would like any support, please feel free to contact our Indigenous Employment & Development team via email at oied-hr@unimelb.edu.au.
Working at the University – what you need to know
This role requires the successful candidate to maintain a Working with Children Check. The successful candidate can apply for the WWCC as part of the onboarding process. In the case the selected candidate doesn't have a valid Working with Children Check, they will be able to apply for the WWCC as part of the initial onboarding procedures.
Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.
Join Us and unlock your career potential!
Is this the perfect opportunity for you? Apply today! Including the following documents:
- Resume
- Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience
Please note that you are not required to respond to the selection criteria in the Position Description.
^For information to help you with compiling short statements to answer the selection criteria and competencies, please go to http://about.unimelb.edu.au/careers/selection-criteria
If you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please feel free to contact Felicita Depaune via email at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au, ensuring that you include the Position Number and the Job Title as the subject. Please do not share your application to this email address.
If you have any particular questions regarding the job, please follow the details listed on the Position Description.
Position Description
