Researcher Development Coordinator
Wollongong, NSW, Australia
JOB DESCRIPTION
- Permanent/Continuing, part-time appointment (0.6 FTE, 21 hours per week)
- Level 6/7: $84,793 - $104,996 (pro-rata)+ 17% Superannuation
The Researcher Development Unit (RDU) sits within the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research & Sustainable Futures) portfolio. The portfolio works with the Faculties to build an outstanding research community that values emerging researchers and supports research-active staff to achieve the highest quality results and disseminate their benefits to user communities.
The RDU delivers programs and activities aligned with UOW’s research priorities and strategic goals to support the development of researchers across all career stages - from graduate researchers to professors.
The team undertake a diverse range of high-volume tasks in a complex work environment. We collaborate with other units to:
- design and implement initiatives that support the development of researchers, in particular those colleagues from underrepresented groups;
- support the development of responsible research leaders; and
- promote and support recognition opportunities for researchers.
We are seeking a highly motivated individual to join a dynamic team dedicated to advancing researcher development. As a Researcher Development Coordinator you be responsible for facilitating the successful delivery of approved RD programs and initiatives. You will play a key role in building and maintaining strong links with other relevant units and teams to ensure a collaborative approach to developing, implementing, delivering, and reviewing our programs and support for research colleagues.
This is an exciting opportunity for a pro-active, innovative individual to join a newly formed team and contribute to shaping its growth and success. You will have the opportunity to develop programs and processes that support our initiatives and our research colleagues.
Success in this role requires a collegial and team orientated approach, emphasising collaborative ways of working to meet our strategic objectives.
You will be prompted to respond to a selection criteria questionnaire as part of the application process. For further information about this position, please contact Professor Honglin Chen, Deputy Dean of Researcher Development Unit on +61 2 4221 5401.
Closing Date: Sunday 23 June 2024, 11:59 PM
Note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Only candidates with valid work rights in Australia are eligible to apply.
The University of Wollongong is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. As an equal opportunity employer, and a recognised leader in gender equality, we encourage and welcome applications from a diverse range of backgrounds and people including: culturally and linguistically diverse, women, disability, LGBTIQ+, and Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Australians.
ABOUT US
The University of Wollongong was born with a mission to transform our region: to educate and empower the people of the Illawarra. Our commitment to a better future has shaped our direction and impact since our inception.
Over the years, we have grown to be a global diverse and inclusive civic university, working to solve global challenges and promoting harmony and social cohesion. We are proud to be a globally recognised and respected university, opening doors for our students, staff and partners.
