Research Officer

1 month ago


Parkville, Australia University of Melbourne Full time

**Job no**: 0062498
**Location**:Parkville
**Role type**:Full-time, Fixed-term for 12 months
**Faculty**:Engineering and Technology
**Salary**:UOM 6 - $96,459 - $104,413 p.a. plus 17% super

**About the Role**

The Research Officer within the FEIT Research Services team will focus on bolstering the faculty's engagement in competitive grant schemes and interdisciplinary initiatives, particularly supporting ARC and government grant schemes. The role aims to enhance the competitiveness of research proposals aligned with FEIT's growth targets, while also delivering comprehensive research support services including educational activities, coordinating prizes and awards, monitoring research impact, and facilitating internal and external research communication. Additionally, the position will provide crucial support to academics in submitting high-quality research proposals and assists the broader team during large scheme rounds as needed.

Your responsibilities will also include:

- Support the planning and organisation of, seminars, workshops, academic mentoring programs.
- With other Research Officers, coordinate academic research induction programs for new academic staff
- Support analysis of outcomes of major funding schemes to contribute to the development of new support programs or the improvement of existing ones

**Who We Are Looking For**

You will possess excellent organisational skills, adept at prioritising tasks and managing projects under tight deadlines. Additionally, you should demonstrate flexibility, analytical problem-solving abilities, strong interpersonal and communication skills, and exhibit high levels of self-motivation, creativity, and sound judgement.

You will also have:

- A relevant degree with subsequent relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.
- Demonstrated ability to provide sound advice to staff on writing about research and its impact.
- A critical eye for detail, particularly as it relates to funder rules and guidelines and other compliance measures

For further information regarding responsibilities and requirements, please refer to the attached PD.

**Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position**. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.

**Your New Team - Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology (FEIT)**

With a rich history spanning over 150 years, the Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology (FEIT) is a premier Australian institution, leading in engineering and IT education and research. Rooted in a commitment to global excellence and societal betterment, FEIT, organized into key areas like Computing and Information Systems, Chemical and Biomedical Engineering, and Electrical, Mechanical, and Infrastructure Engineering, remains a dynamic global leader addressing significant challenges and actively shaping the future through knowledge creation and innovation.

**What We Offer You**
In addition, we offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a range of benefits, including generous leave provisions, salary packaging, health and well-being services and discounts on graduate courses. For more information, check out our benefits page

**About the University of Melbourne**
We’re tightly connected with the community, both at home and abroad. We take pride in our people, who all contribute to our mission to benefit society through the transformative impact of education and research. Discover more via our website and stay connected with our stories and people on LinkedIn.

**Be Yourself**
The University of Melbourne values the unique backgrounds, experiences and contributions that each person brings to our community and welcomes and celebrates diversity. First Nations people, those identifying as LGBTQIA+, parents, carers, people of all ages, abilities and genders, and people of diverse ethnicity, nationality and faith are encouraged to apply. Our aim is to create a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live. For more information please visit our Diversity and Inclusion page.

**Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants**
We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians, with unprecedented investment to attract, nurture and retain Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and staff. Tangible support through a range of programs and initiatives will ensure that you personally succeed and flourish while at the University of Melbourne.

**Join Us**
- **Resume**:

- **Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience**:

- **The responses against any 4 Key Selection Criteria^ (found in the )**

If you have any particular questions regarding the job please follow the details listed on the.

**Advertised**: 10 May 2024 12:05 AM AUS Eastern Standard Time

**Applications close**: 26 May 2024 11:55 PM AUS Eastern Standard Time



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