Strategic Development Coordinator

Flexible working options considered.
- 26 weeks paid parental leave after one year and 36 weeks after five years continuous service, regardless of gender.
- 4 weeks annual leave with the option to purchase more.
- 13 weeks long service leave after seven/ten years.
- Salary packaging options.
- 17% superannuation, with the option to reduce to the minimum super guarantee.
- 25% off UWA full fee courses, discounted health insurance, and convenient on-campus childcare options.
- Incremental progression based on 12 months continuous service.

**Job no**: 521445
**Work type**: Full Time
**Location**: Crawley
**Categories**: Policy and Planning, Research support, Business Development
- Drive impactful step change initiatives that support world-class research infrastructure across diverse scientific centres.
- Work with expert teams to shape sustainable solutions aligned with UWA’s research strategy.
- Full-time appointment on a fixed term basis for 3 years.
- Base salary range: $116,262- $127,078p.a. plus 17% superannuation.

About the area

The Office of the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research) (DVC Research) has responsibility for research policy development and general oversight of the University’s research activities, which encompass postgraduate education, research and quality and impact, research infrastructure, industry liaison and intellectual property and commercialisation. The DVC (Research) has responsibility for a number of institutes, research infrastructure centres and services. The Pro Vice-Chancellor (Research) and Director - Core Research Infrastructure provide strategic leadership and oversight of the management of the University’s central research infrastructure, in addition to supporting the development and implementation of UWA’s research strategy in alignment with the institutional values.

The Core Research Infrastructure portfolio is focused on the curation of cross-cutting world-class research infrastructure through their expert workforce, for the benefit of researchers and industry.

About the opportunity
- Manage strategic projects and initiatives to enhance UWA’s research infrastructure under the guidance of the Director - Core Research Infrastructure.
- Coordinate implementation of solutions across core research infrastructure.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including the Office of Research, Campus Management, UniIT, and Finance to develop sustainable policies and operational frameworks.

About you
- Relevant tertiary qualification or demonstrated equivalent competency in business development.
- Strong leadership and extensive skills in project management, initiative development and stakeholder engagement.
- Substantial relevant experience in compliance auditing and governance, including the implementation of new governance models across established teams.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills (including working papers, audit queries, reports, business cases) together with sound interpersonal skills.
- Experience in financial interrogation is desirable.

Note: Some after-hours work and occasional travel may be required for the successful applicant.

Position description: Position Description - Strategic Development Coordinator (Core Research Infrastructure) 521445.pdf

How to apply

The content of your Resume and Cover Letter should demonstrate how you meet the selection criteria.

Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Wednesday, 15 October 2025

This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.

About the University

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top university.

Our commitment to inclusion and diversity

UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We are committed to fostering a safe environment for all, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community, and people living with disability.

**Advertised**: 02 Oct 2025 W. Australia Standard Time
**Applications close**:15 Oct 2025**W. Australia Standard Time