Management - Universities, Other (Education & Training)
Full time, 5-year fixed term appointment
Senior Contract
Casuarina Campus
Provide leadership for the Office of Research and Innovation (ORI) at Charles Darwin University (CDU)
About the Position
As the Director Research and Innovation, you will provide strategic leadership to the Office of Research and Innovation (ORI) at CDU, supporting the Deputy Vice Chancellor, Research and Innovation (DVCRI) to identify and develop research opportunities, and promote innovation and commercialisation across CDU's institutes, centres, and campuses. CDU is a research intensive University, undergoing significant growth in its research portfolio and Higher Degree by Research student cohort. You will contribute to the University's strategic management of Research Block Grants, operationalisation of initiatives that will grow the portfolio and improve research outcomes across the University, strategic planning and mobilisation of resources that support research objectives.
About You
To be successful, you will require:
Relevant tertiary education qualifications with demonstrated experience undertaking postgraduate research. Demonstrated experience in senior leadership within a University Research office or equivalent. This includes demonstrated experience in research and innovation management, business development and success in implementing service improvement strategies in a complex workplace environment. Demonstrated high-level knowledge of the Australian and global research and innovation environment and research management and research policy in Australia. Demonstrated leadership and management skills at both strategic and operational levels, including effective management of multi-disciplinary professional staff. Demonstrated ability to contribute effectively to the strategic direction of a large, diverse organisation. Demonstrated ability to develop and implement research policy. Demonstrated experience in financial control and budget management resulting in successful outcomes and high levels of accountability. Demonstrated communication, interpersonal and presentation skills for effective liaison and negotiation with external stakeholders and staff. Ability to support DVCRI through periods of change and to act as an example, for his/her staff, of can-do attitude, focused on service to the research community at the University, and across other service units. What's in it for you?
An employer who values your contribution to building a bigger, better and stronger University. Work with a University committed to changing people's lives for the better through training, education and research. Opportunities for professional development, paid study and career progression. An enviable lifestyle in the spectacular Northern Territory. Up to 26 weeks of paid parental leave (primary care giver), in addition to government payments (eligibility criteria apply). Recognition of prior service with another Australian university / NT Government for Long Service Leave (recognition applied to qualifying period only). Ability to negotiate transfer of leave entitlements under the Public Employment (Mobility) Act 1989. Free on-campus parking in designated areas. Employee Assistance Program. Salary Packaging opportunities. How to Apply
All applications must be received online via the 'apply' button and should include your resume and a cover letter outlining your interest in the role and relevant skills and experience.
Diversity and Inclusion
At CDU we actively celebrate our diversity. We innovate, embrace new ideas, and act with courage and kindness. We're about what we can give to the world rather than what we take, and we believe in the transformative power of education. We work hard to make sure every member of our University community feels they truly belong.
Applications Close: Friday 29th November 2024
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