Manager, Scholarly Communication and Research Outputs

Manager, Scholarly Communication and Research Outputs

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This role offers a rare opportunity for a scholarly communication professional to progress an ambitious agenda at Deakin University. Having just launched the Position Statement on Open Research, Deakin is implementing the recommendations from two years' work in the Open Access and Research Data Management Taskforces.

The Manager, Scholarly Communication and Research Outputs is based in the Information Directorate and leads a team of 13 high performing staff (five direct reports) with a wide range of subject matter expertise. They oversee the research support services for the Library and also have responsibility for two complex projects progressing the open agenda across the university. They are a member of the Information Leadership Team.

Deakin Library welcomes applications from dynamic, engaged, highly organised and inspiring information professionals with an interest in scholarly communication for this exciting and dynamic role. This is a fixed term position offering an opportunity to spread your wings.

Why work with us?

At Deakin you will have access to benefits such as a variety of leave options including generous parental leave and the ability to purchase additional leave; flexible working arrangementsto help manage your work-life balance; ongoing learning and development opportunities to grow your career; an inclusive and supportive culture and environment to work in, both online and on campus.

Who are we?

Deakin is a cutting-edge public university in Victoria, revolutionising education with 61,000 students across seven campuses: Melbourne Burwood, Geelong Waurn Ponds, Geelong Waterfront, Warrnambool, Deakin University Lancaster University Indonesia (DLI), GIFT City, India and our dynamic online Campus. We're proud to be a progressive and open-minded university, delivering the highest student satisfaction in Victoria and consistently ranked in the top 1% of the world's universities.

As a Manager, Scholarly Communication and Research Outputs, you will:

• Lead with integrity, emotional intelligence, and ethical standards to cultivate a cohesive and capable team. Recognize and reward performance that aligns with the University's values and objectives.
• Develop and implement local plans that align with the University's research strategy. Monitor progress, assess risks, and adapt priorities to ensure successful outcomes.
• Oversee the design, management, and evaluation of the Library's services related to research support, scholarly communication, bibliometrics, and stewardship of research outputs and data.
• Analyze complex issues, identify inclusive solutions, and translate them into clear goals. Implement and evaluate continuous improvement strategies to enhance service delivery.
• Foster stakeholder support, generate enthusiasm for change, and create a safe environment for open dialogue. Promote inclusive and respectful resolution of issues to advance the University's research agenda.

To be successful, you'll have:

• Postgraduate qualifications and extensive relevant experience; or
• Project management experience and has a good grasp of the very volatile scholar communication landscape.
• An equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training
• Demonstrated experience supporting research in a university or similar environment.
• Extensive knowledge of current research issues in higher education, trends in scholarly communication and Open Research.
• Extensive knowledge of bibliometrics reporting practices, impact and engagement measures, repository and research data management in a higher education environment.
  

Here's how to apply:

Please submit your updated resume and a short cover letter outlining your skills and experience.For a confidential discussion regarding this role, please contact Dr Danny Kingsley - Director, Library Serviceson danny.kingsley@deakin.edu.au. For a copy of the position description, please visit deakin careers.

Applications for this position close on June 1, 2025.

Are You Ready?

Deakin is a Victorian university with a global impact. We are an agile, dynamic, and innovative university committed to making a positive impact through our excellence in education, research and innovation and the contributions we make to the wider community.

We understand that our reputation has been built on the dedication and expertise of our staff and we offer a dynamic and diverse working environment with opportunities to grow and develop careers. We believe that a progressive, thriving culture will ensure that people choose to come, and stay at Deakin and contribute to our ongoing success.

We value diversity and aim to build an inclusive environment that champions, embraces and respects differences. We support and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and people of all abilities, cultures, sexual orientation, and genders.

Seniority level

• Seniority levelNot Applicable

Employment type

• Employment typeFull-time

Job function

• Job functionManagement
• IndustriesLibraries

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