Research Infrastructure Operations and Quality

1 week ago


Bundoora, Australia La Trobe University Full time

**Work type**:Fixed Term
- Full-Time, with initial Fixed-Term (3 years)
- Based at La Trobe University’s Melbourne, Bundoora campus
- Competitive Salary including 17% Superannuation

**About the position**

Research excellence is at the core of La Trobe University’s Research 2030 strategic plan that will bolster La Trobe’s reach and impact, grow research collaboration and partnerships and enhance the experience and outcomes for graduate researchers. Overseen by the Pro Vice Chancellor (Research Capability), the Office of Research Infrastructure is a key enabler that supports the conduct of research, through the provision of capabilities, equipment and expertise, to enable and accelerate new outcomes by our research students, broader research community and industry partners.

A new full-time position for a Research Infrastructure Operations and Quality Advisor is now available for an initial term of three years. Reporting to the Director, Research Infrastructure, the appointee will primarily be responsible for implementing and maintaining a quality management system to ensure that La Trobe is recognised for the high-quality research delivered through its Research Platforms. The role will include operational and administrative functions, support the promotion of and engagement with La Trobe’s capabilities and build effective relationships with stakeholders across the university and industry partners.

**Skills and Experience**

To be considered for this position, you will have;
- A postgraduate qualification in a relevant discipline with several years of experience in a complex research institution; or extensive experience and management expertise; or an equivalent alternate combination of relevant knowledge, training and/or experience.
- Experience implementing or maintaining a quality management system, training in quality audits and knowledge of the ISO9001 accreditation framework, including a commitment to continuous improvement.
- Experience in the operations of centralised research facilities with a focus on service provision and an understanding of policies and practices associated with the successful operation of collaborative research infrastructure facilities.
- Excellent interpersonal skills, especially the capacity to work collaboratively and cooperatively in small teams and to manage multiple stakeholders to achieve stated outcomes.
- Please refer to the Position Description for other duties, skills and experience required for this position._

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**Benefits**:

- **17% employer contributed superannuation**:

- **On site child care facilities**:

- **Flexible work arrangements**

**How to apply**

Closing date: By 11:55pm Sunday 15th September 2024
- **Cover letter;**:

- **An up to date resume; and**:

- **A separate document addressing each bullet point under the Essential Criteria ‘Skills and knowledge required for the position’, which is located in the position description.**

**Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants**

**_ All La Trobe University employees are bound by the Working with Children Act 2005. If you are successful, you will be required to hold a valid Victorian Employee Working with Children Check prior to commencement_**.



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