Research Centre Manager

2 months ago

North Ryde, Australia Macquarie University Full time

PRIMARY DETAIL

Seeking a Centre Manager who is innovative and experienced in providing high-level financial, administrative and strategic support to enable the delivery of the Centre’s goals

THE ROLE- Salary Package: $109,552 to $121,900 (HEW 8), plus 17% superannuation and annual leave loading- Appointment Type: Full-time, Fixed-term appointment for five years (with the possibility of extension)- Location: Macquarie University (Wallumattagal Campus, North Ryde)

About the Role- Develop the annual Centre budget.- Coordinate and contribute to the preparation and implementation of the Centre’s strategic aims, its mission, operational business plans and goals, ensuring their alignment with the Institute’s strategic plan, and the policies and procedures of the University and the Faculty of Medicine, Health and Human Sciences.- In consultation with the Director, manage the day-to-day financial operations of the Centre and Institute.- Provide financial support to the Director and Stream Leads, including managing all budgets across the Centre, preparing forecasts, determining spending against budgets, and managing complex contractual arrangements.-
- Prepare performance data, and budget and forecast advice, for the Centre and Institute.

About You

You will have extensive knowledge of financial management and research administration, preferably within a Higher Education sector. You will have previous experience in managing a large centre or department and delivering high-level support to executive management. You will have excellent time-management skills, being able to meet tight and conflicting deadlines, prioritising work accordingly and adapting workloads as necessary.

About Us

The Centre for Health Systems and Safety Research (CHSSR), one of the core research centres within Australian Institute of Health Innovation, has a multi-stream program of research which focuses on investigating the outcomes and safety of health services and a staff of 50. The Centre has particular expertise in assessing the impact of information technologies and investigating the role of electronic health records and decision support in supporting improved health care delivery and health outcomes. The Centre’s research team is multi-disciplinary and applies a broad range of research techniques, from RCT designs to direct observations of clinical work.

The Faculty of Medicine, Health and Human Sciences is ambitiously pushing the boundaries of progressive thinking and challenging what’s possible to solve some of the big issues of our time, both nationally and on a global scale. Join leading researchers, passionate educators and internationally respected clinicians, united in a mission towards delivering the best patient care. We are a place of bold discoveries and distinctive educational programs that embolden the future leaders of healthcare.

Macquarie is a university engaged with the real and often complex problems and opportunities that define our lives. Since our foundation 54 years ago, we have aspired to be a different type of university. Over the years, we’ve grown to become the centre of a vibrant local and global community.

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To Apply
- Selection criteria_:
- Relevant tertiary qualification/s and or equivalent extensive experience- Extensive knowledge and experience in managing multiple complex project budgets, including budget preparation, monitoring, forecasting, and analysis of data- Demonstrated expertise in operational management within a Research Centre or similar setting- Proven ability to provide leadership and encourage a collaborative, cooperative and service
- oriented work environment, including the capacity to embrace and foster change.- Highly developed conceptual, analytical, problem-solving and research skills and ability to develop innovative solutions- Well-developed skills in database management, Office365, web-based research, and social media platforms
- Desirable criteria_:
- Demonstrated experience in research grant submissions (including budget development) and post
- award management- Managing projects and operational plans with key stakeholders

Specific Role Enquiries: Professor Johanna Westbrook, Centre for Health Systems and Safety Research, Australian Institute of Health Innovation at

General Recruitment Enquiries: Nithya Elango, HR Assistant at
- This position requires a criminal history check._
- Please note this position is only open to Australian citizens, permanent residents and those currently residing in Australia with full working rights._

Applications Close: Sunday 20th August at 11:59 PM AEST

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