Research Information Coordinator

$122,201 to $128,020
- Fixed-term, full-time
- Kelvin Grove

**Who are we looking for?**

Queensland University of Technology (QUT) is seeking a Research Information Coordinator to join Office of Research Services, Research Portfolio, Academic Division.

The Research Information Coordinator will work closely with the Manager, Research Information and Systems Support (RISS) to provide high quality services in relation to the University’s research data, research platforms, and research reporting capabilities. The incumbent will be required to provide expert data analysis on research quality and research performance, deliver robust business solutions, and coordinate support services for statutory reporting requirements including government reporting obligations.

**Real world impact**

QUT is a major Australian university with a global outlook and a 'real world' focus. We are an ambitious and collaborative institution that seeks to equip our students and graduates with the skills they will need in an increasingly disrupted and challenged world.

**About the Research Portfolio**

QUT has experienced the strongest, sustained research growth of any university in the sector over the last ten years. The scale and complexity of research at QUT has reached a level that requires enhanced processes and resources to support the University’s research community in meeting its aspirations and compliance obligations.

The Research Portfolio provides high quality support and training and conducts compliance and reporting across a range of obligations at an organisational level in an environment of dynamic growth in cross institutional collaborations.

The Portfolio is comprised of five units including Research Strategy and Policy, Research Infrastructure, Sustainability Strategy, Office of Research Services and Office of Research Ethics and Integrity.

**Research Strategy and Policy **provides strategy and policy advice and support to the Deputy Vice-Chancellor and Vice-President (Research) in addition to managing and coordinating the activities of the Portfolio Office, providing operational leadership and financial management oversight of the Portfolio’s budget and the University research budget.** The Graduate Research Education and Development (GRE+D)**, in Research Strategy and Policy, supports learning and skills development for all research students and their supervisors, thereby preparing industry and work ready research graduates.

**Research Infrastructure (RI)** delivers coordinated University-wide research infrastructure capabilities through distinct research facilities. In collaboration with internal and external partners, the unit acquires, facilitates access to, develops, and manages world-class research infrastructure capabilities.

**Sustainability Strategy** advises the University on sustainability strategy, planning, policy, and partnerships and supports the Deputy Vice-Chancellor and Vice-President (Research) in pursuing major research initiatives in the sustainability space. The Pro Vice-Chancellor’s Office also champions and coordinates education for sustainability at QUT in collaboration with the Education Portfolio and supports sustainability programs linked to QUT’s operations.

**Office of Research Ethics and Integrity (OREI)** supports researchers by providing education, guidance, process and advice for research ethics, biosafety and responsible research practices to embed a high quality research culture at the University.

**What you need to succeed**

Your expertise and initiative, combined with your ability to work as an excellent team player will be vital to your success in this role.

You will demonstrate:
1. Education, training, and/or relevant experience equivalent to the completion of postgraduate qualifications and extensive experience in data management and systems support.
3. Demonstrated high level digital literacy and competency in the use of information technology, in particular data management concepts, development of dashboards and reports, and the ability to translate complex data issues into practical solutions.
4. Demonstrated analytical skills relating to interpretation of corporate level data, information, policies and procedures with reference to research data management, research quality, and research performance.
5. Demonstrated problem-solving skills to improve data integrity, enhance system functionality, and implement robust business processes.
6. Demonstrated highly developed interpersonal and communication skills including the ability to liaise and consult with end users, key business partners, and senior executives to positively influence operational decisions and achieve successful outcomes.
7. Demonstrated ability to be agile to meet overlapping deadlines and effectively manage competing priorities with a commitment to providing high quality support services.
8. Demonstrated experience in supporting a corporate data management platform including system confi