* Office of Research | UniSC Sunshine Coast, Sippy Downs or UniSC Moreton Bay, Petrie
* Level 6, $90,038 - $97,437 p.a., plus up to 17% employer superannuation
* Full-time (36.25 hrs p/w), ongoing appointment
The Opportunity
As a Research Contracts Officer, you’ll support the Manager, Research Legal in handling contract administration, due diligence, and governance processes for UniSC’s research initiatives. You'll collaborate closely with the Research Funding Team and UniSC researchers to negotiate and finalise research contracts, ensuring risk management and facilitating research funding. This role requires you to liaise with internal and external stakeholders, playing a key part in advancing UniSC’s research agenda and supporting the Office of Research’s goals.
For more information, please visit us online Office of Research
You will
* assist in the triage of research contracts and agreements to assess requirements for due diligence and administrative contracts management;
* support the governance required for research contracts, agreements, and subcontracts from initial negotiation with external partners to execution; and
* ensure researchers comply with internal requirements and understand the contractual milestones and other key obligations.
About you
You have excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a strong attention to detail that ensures precision in your work. Your ability to apply initiative, sound judgement, and problem-solving skills allows you to co-create and implement innovative solutions in consultation with stakeholders. You're highly organised and efficient, demonstrating well-developed time management skills that help you prioritise tasks and meet deadlines. Your commitment to delivering high-quality service is evident through your user-friendly, responsive approach to client interactions, ensuring a positive and professional experience for all.
You will possess:
* completion of a relevant undergraduate degree combined with experience in contract administration; or an equivalent combination of education and experience;
* demonstrated experience working with external legislative and governance frameworks and internal organisational policy and governance structure; and a demonstrated ability to interpret legislation, policies and procedures and apply within the workplace;
* strong capacity to work collaboratively as part of a team, including supporting other team members on a project-by-project basis and the ability to develop effective working relationships with relevant stakeholders, including with external legal service providers; and
* high level of digital literacy and comfort learning to use process tracking and information management systems.
UniSC is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, including those with disabilities, women in STEM, First Nations Peoples, and individuals of diverse cultures, genders, abilities, and experiences. We value achievement relative to opportunity and encourage your commentary on your achievements in this context. For additional support during the application process, please contact us at unisc-careers@usc.edu.au or call +61 7 5430 2830.
Position Description: Research Contracts Officer.pdf
UniSC values a diverse and talented workforce and invites applications from candidates who already have legal work rights in Australia.
All applications must be lodged through our website.
Applications for this position close midnight, Sunday 17 November 2024.
Your completed application must include:
* a resume, and a response to selection criteria. Noting that within the application form, we will request a statement addressing each of the selection criteria contained within the position description.
Further information regarding how to prepare your application is available on our website: Join our team
UniSC does not accept unsolicited applications. For agency inquiries, contact unisc-careers@usc.edu.au
We would love the opportunity to get to know you better, but we know it works both ways. To get to know a little more about us, visit us at: Welcome to UniSC and LinkedIn Life
Have questions or want to know more? For a confidential discussion, please contact:
Samantha Valentine
Director, Office of Research
Telephone: + 61 7 5456 5449
Email: DirOoR@usc.edu.au
Discover UniSC
We're all about doing work that matters, connecting with great people, and being part of an incredible journey. We’re not the biggest university. But we’re growing every day, and doing big things. Like ground-breaking research, championing sustainability, producing gold-winning athletes and award-winning alumni.
We're one of the fastest growing universities in Australia, growing to over 2,000 people across 5 campuses in South East Queensland.
Teaching excellence is at the heart of what we do, and our commitment to sustainability is integrated into our teaching, research, and daily operations. Our research tackles the most pressing challenges of our time, with 26 research fields ranked at or above world standard according to the Excellence in Research for Australia Rankings. At UniSC you will have the opportunity to contribute to the educational landscape for future generations.
We foster a collaborative and supportive environment, encouraging continuous professional development and providing resources to enhance your career. We recognise and value the contributions of each team member to our culture and success. We're not afraid to be different, and we're looking for people who share our values and want to be part of a team that is working together to improve our local and global challenges.
Our Culture & Benefits:
* Our collaborative, passionate and welcoming culture is what really sets us apart.
* Modern teaching & research facilities.
* Professional development and career pathway opportunities.
* We are a proud recipient of the prestigious Athena SWAN Bronze Award, granted as part of the Science in Australia Gender Equity (SAGE) initiative.
* Flexible work arrangements & generous leave options.
* Salary packing options + 17% Super.
* EAP, fitness passport & discounted private health.