Strategic Research Leadership Position
1 day ago
RMIT University is seeking an experienced research leader to join our Research & Innovation Portfolio. This Strategic Research Leadership Position is a key appointment in our RMIT Senior Leadership Team.
The successful candidate will lead the development of RMIT's Higher Degree by Research (HDR) strategy, oversee HDR candidate life cycle management, and provide strategic direction to the School of Graduate Research.
This role requires significant experience in managing and developing staff, leading change initiatives, and communicating effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
The position involves aligning RMIT's HDR Plan with our Research & Innovation Decadal Aspirations and the RMIT University Strategic Plan – Knowledge with Action.
We are committed to being a child safe organisation and an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from all sectors of the community and particularly welcome applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the development and implementation of RMIT's HDR strategy
- Oversee HDR candidate life cycle management, including recruitment, enrolment, and graduation
- Provide strategic direction to the School of Graduate Research
- Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to achieve RMIT's research goals
- Develop and maintain national and international networks
- Contribute to RMIT's Research Committee and DVC R&I's Executive team
Qualifications and Experience:
- Postgraduate qualification in an appropriate discipline
- Significant experience in higher education research leadership, preferably in Australia or a similar national jurisdiction
- Demonstrated ability to communicate and work effectively with diverse stakeholders
- Leadership skills, including the capacity to initiate, lead, and manage change
Estimated Salary: $180,000 - $220,000 per annum, depending on experience and qualifications. We offer a competitive remuneration package, generous leave entitlements, and opportunities for professional development.
We value diversity and inclusion at RMIT. Our commitment to these values drives our efforts to create an environment that is welcoming, inclusive, and accessible to everyone. We strive to be a workplace that reflects the diversity of our students and the communities we serve.
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