Position Number: 0049592
Location: Parkville
Role type: Full-time; Continuing
Department/School: Research, Innovation and Commercialisation
Salary: UoM 7 - $106,432 - $115,211 p.a. plus 17% super
- Drive research excellence / Collaborate with diverse stakeholders / Develop cutting-edge data management solutions
- Apply now to revolutionise research data management and empower world-class researchers
- 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 the Program Development Officer for Research Data Management, you'll play a pivotal role in advancing the University's research data management strategy. You'll collaborate with key stakeholders to develop innovative solutions, ensuring compliance and protecting valuable research assets. This role offers you the opportunity to shape the future of research data management, working with world-class researchers and contributing to groundbreaking discoveries.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Developing Strategic Solutions: Engage with stakeholders to understand challenges and develop policies, procedures, and frameworks for effective research data management.
- Driving Technological Advancements: Contribute to the prototyping, testing, and implementation of cutting-edge technology and service-based solutions.
- Enhancing Research Capabilities: Deliver training sessions and support researchers in improving their data management skills, fostering a culture of best practices.
- Facilitating Collaboration: Build strong relationships across the university, coordinating with various teams to ensure coherent and effective research data management services.
You may be a great fit if:
You are a proactive and collaborative professional with a strong background in research or research administration, possessing excellent communication skills and the ability to navigate complex organisational structures while driving strategic initiatives.
You may also:
- Have a tertiary research degree or equivalent combination of relevant experience and education.
- Possess strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
- Demonstrate excellent organisational and planning skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects concurrently.
- Have experience in, or the capacity to quickly grasp, emerging issues and technologies in research data management.
- Be able to work independently and as part of a team, with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
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
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 Bec Tucker – 0416 888 299 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
- The responses against the Selection Criteria^ (found 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
