Manager, Secure Research Engagement
Job No.: 567926
Work type: Continuing
Full Time, Continuing / Role can be located at any La Trobe University Campus
Generous package, including 17% Superannuation and a range of employee benefits
About the position
The Manager, Secure Research Engagement will develop and implement the University’s procedures and policies related to secure research engagement and critical technologies. They will work with stakeholders across the University’s Research and Industry Engagement Portfolio (RIE), Academic Schools, and professional portfolios to ensure the University’s global research and industry engagement is conducted safely and securely, with appropriate risk management, and in accordance with Australian Government requirements and guidance. The role ensures research and industry engagement complies with applicable laws, regulations and guidelines relating to national security, defence and international obligations including foreign interference and influence, defence export controls, sanctions, and defence security.
The successful incumbent will have a strong understanding of: the value and risks of the University’s research across its academic disciplines and applied research focuses; the Australian legislative, regulatory and policy environment as it pertains to global research engagement; and the international risk environment.
Some of your duties will include:
- Responsibility for the development, implementation and availability of advice on procedures to efficiently and effectively implement the University’s foreign interaction policy framework for the RIE portfolio domains across schools and professional divisions.
- Maintain a strong and developing understanding of the international risk environment, external requirements, and developments in critical technologies, and enable appropriately and timely action to address weaknesses, opportunities and emerging trends.
- Establish credibility and influence to enhance the capability of research leadership, researchers and professional staff to manage risks and ensure compliance in relation to foreign engagement.
- Engage with foreign interactions expertise across the university, the higher education sector and Australian Government to ensure risks and proportionate best practices are understood and applied, including representing the university externally.
Skills & Experience
A degree with substantial extension of the theories and principles, learned through experience; or a range of management experience; or postgraduate qualifications, or progress towards postgraduate qualifications with extensive relevant experience; or an equivalent alternate combination of relevant knowledge, training and/or experience.
Demonstrated understanding of national legislation, policy and frameworks relevant to university research.
Strong understanding of the research process, research collaboration, and research and technology in critical technology areas.
Desirable
Willingness to acquire relevant security clearances and licenses to enable access to information to assist with the management of risks.
Please refer to the Position Description for other duties, skills and experience required for this position.
Benefits
- 17% employer contributed superannuation
- On site child care facilities
- Flexible work arrangements
- Discounts for staff and their family members to study a range of La Trobe courses
How to apply
Closing date: Sunday 10th November, 2024 @ 11:55pm
Please note: This opportunity is open only to applicants who hold the full rights to work in Australia and must be an Australian citizen.
Position Enquiries: Alistair Duncan, Executive Director, Research Office, Email: Alistair.Duncan@latrobe.edu.au
Recruitment Enquiries: Vicki Stavrou, Senior Talent Acquisition Business Partner, Email: v.stavrou@latrobe.edu.au, Phone: (03) 9479 5191
Position Description below: PD-Manager, Secure Research Engagement.pdf
Please submit an online application ONLY and include the following documents:
- A Cover letter;
- An up-to-date resume and;
- Response to Key Selection Criteria located in the position description.
Why La Trobe:
Develop your career at an innovative, global university where you’ll collaborate with community and industry to create impact.
Enjoy working on our inspiring and stunning campuses – the perfect hub for industry, students and academics.
Help transform the lives of students, partners and communities now and in future.
All La Trobe University employees are bound by the Working with Children Act 2005. If you are successful, you will be required to hold a valid Victorian Employee Working with Children Check prior to commencement.
Advertised: 15/10/2024
Closing Date: 10/11/2024
