Ref 4731/24 Research Project Coordinator, Urban Transformations Research CentreInternal Applicants OnlyPart-Time 21 hours per week (0.6 FTE), Fixed-Term Position for 20 monthsBased at Western's Engineering and Innovation Hub, 6 Hassall Street, ParramattaSalary: $72,634 to $78,343 p.a. (pro-rata rates) Inclusive of Superannuation + Leave LoadingEligibility:
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About Us The Urban Transformations Research Centre (UTRC) is a Strategic Research Initiative (SRI) established by the University in late 2022 under the Institute of Culture and Society, within the Office of the Senior Deputy Vice-Chancellor and Vice-President, Research, Enterprise and Global. The Strategic Research Initiatives are cross-institutional centres of research focus with an emphasis on external collaborations, including research co-design, impact, and capacity building.
UTRC is centred on the complex challenges posed by the contemporary urban environment, including the environment and climate emergency, healthy buildings, resilient communities, the circular economy, and the minimisation of waste and the reuse of materials. UTRC also focuses on health and wellbeing, and the physical and social determinants that make up sustainable urban environments.
The Opportunity Are you passionate about urban green spaces and their role in creating resilient cities? We have an exciting opportunity for a Research Project Coordinator to join our dynamic team at the Urban Transformations Research Centre. This role is pivotal in coordinating and implementing the project 'Managing resilient urban green spaces in Australian cities'.
As the Research Project Coordinator, you will work closely with the Centre Manager, the Project Chief Investigator, and the research project team. Your primary objective will be to ensure the project is meticulously designed, planned, scheduled, and executed within time and financial constraints. This role is integral to supporting the University's commitment to high-quality research, addressing both internal and external issues related to Research Quality, Policy, and Planning.
You will provide high-level project management and planning support, ensuring all aspects of the project are managed using approved methodologies and tools. You will oversee data and database management, and handle financial management tasks, including monitoring, reporting, forecasting, and negotiating with service providers.
Effective communication and reporting are key components of this position. You will collaborate with the Project Chief Investigator to prepare essential project documents, develop timely and professional communications for the project team and partners, and ensure that all materials related to the project schedule and tasks are prepared for reporting and intellectual property protection purposes. Additionally, you will manage outward-facing digital communication channels, including website and social media content. Your role will also involve coordinating events such as project workshops and seminars, engaging with various stakeholder groups, including community and industry partners.
This is a part-time position (21 hours per week, 0.6 FTE), fixed-term for 20 months, based at Western's Engineering and Innovation (Parramatta), although travel to campuses of the University may be required.
About You You are a highly organised individual with a strong background in Humanities or Social Sciences, or you bring extensive professional administration experience in a research communications setting. Your proven track record in managing complex projects, from inception to completion, showcases your ability to handle multiple partners and track milestones effectively. You excel in creating professional business documents and project reports, with excellent writing skills and a knack for visual design, including web content. Your interpersonal skills are excellent, allowing you to liaise effortlessly with a diverse range of stakeholders. You are adept at building networks and negotiating effectively, always prioritising tasks efficiently.
If you are a proactive and organised individual with a passion for urban sustainability and research excellence, we invite you to apply for this rewarding position.
Remuneration Package: HEW Level 7 $72,634 to $78,343 p.a. (comprising Salary of $61,376 to $66,201 p.a., plus Superannuation and Leave Loading)
Please note - the above salary range is 0.6 FTE of the full-time equivalent rate. Position Enquiries: Please direct enquiries about the role to Siobhain O'Leary, Centre Manager via email at ******
Recruitment Enquiries: Specific enquiries or issues with your application may be directed to the Recruitment Team at ******
Closing Date: 8:30pm, Monday 11 November 2024
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