Classification: Senior Manager 1 (Administration) Salary package: $131,524 – $137,807 per annum plus 17% superannuation Term: Full time, Continuing (contingent funded) This position is continuing (contingent funded). The funding that supports this project has an expected end date of 31 December 2028. Working at ANU This is an opportunity to work with a world class University that undertakes cutting edge research and has a strong tradition in research-led teaching excellence. We offer: Flexible working arrangements including hybrid arrangements working both on our beautiful, green campus and working remotely Generous paid parental leave entitlements of up to 32 weeks. We are one of the leading employers in Australia for parental leave entitlements Designated parent rooms, quiet spaces and childcare facilities on campus Career support, training, mentoring & upskilling opportunities. For more information on a range of lifestyle, financial and non-financial rewards and programs, please click here. To see what the Science at ANU community is like, we invite you to follow us on social media at Instagram and Facebook. Position overview The Research School of Biology is a leading centre of biological research in Australia. Researchers have a tradition of excellence in addressing the world’s most pressing issues in plant science and food security, through world-leading efforts in plant molecular biology, plant synthetic biology, and crop genetic transformation. The ANU Plant SynBio Facility is located within the Research School of Biology. Funded by Bioplatforms Australia (BPA), Plant SynBio Australia (PSBA) is a new national network comprised of Bioplatforms Australia, the Australian National University, University of Adelaide and La Trobe University. Plant SynBio Australia is seeking to change the plant synthetic biology landscape for Australia by developing and applying new technologies to fields where they are currently not in routine use. It will seed new Australian bioindustries, ensure Australia is completive globally in the rapidly changing bio-economy, and will accelerate plant/agriculture research translation from the bench and glasshouse to the field and society. This is a key role for the ANU Plant SynBio Facility. Reporting to the ANU Plant SynBio Facility Director, the Chief Operating Officer will lead and manage the effective establishment, growth, management, and operations of the ANU Plant SynBio Facility. This includes business development, administrative and operations leadership, and staff management, in line with the Plant SynBio Australia Network’s strategic goals. The COO will represent the ANU Plant SynBio Facility, maintaining close working relationships with key School, College, and University staff, other Plant SynBio Australia Network members, and external stakeholders from industry and government. The Person The successful candidate will have leadership and organisational experience in a university environment, research centre, or similar, or an equivalent combination of experience and training. Qualifications and experience in field(s) relevant to the Centre’s R&D foci would be a strong advantage. Experience working within a translational or innovation-focused environment will be highly regarded. Business development and project management experience is essential, as is a demonstrated ability to build and maintain working relationships with clients and stakeholders that enable long-term collaborative partnerships. As a client-focused facility, excellent communication and interpersonal skills are crucial. For more information about the position please contact Barry Pogson, ANU Plant SynBio Facility Executive Committee Chair, via barry.pogsonanu.edu.au Application information To be considered for this position, please upload the following documents: A current curriculum vitae (CV), and A statement addressing your suitability against the role statement and selection criteria. The committee may consider candidates who do not meet one or more aspects of the role statement or selection criteria. If longlisted, candidates will be asked to: Prepare a five-minute virtual presentation (submitted as a video) addressing their fit with the role and motivation for applying. If shortlisted, candidates will be asked to: Attend a 1-hour interview, either in person or remotely. The interview will include delivering an oral presentation addressing specific experience against the four components of the role statement (1. organisational leadership; 2. business development and client liaison; 3. project management and service delivery; 4. management and administration). If you require adjustments to participate in any of the above assessments, please contact our HR team at E: hr.cosanu.edu.au or T: 61 2 6125 9371. Any adjustment request or the disclosure of disability will not be communicated to the selection committee without the candidates consent and it will not have any bearing on hiring decisions. For examples of common reasonable adjustments please click here. The successful candidate will be required to undergo a background check during the recruitment process. An offer of employment is conditional on satisfactory results.