Utilise your exceptional administrative and operational skills to support the implementation of the faculty's strategic research priorities. Great Secondment Opportunity. Support in administering internal grants and programs. Full-time fixed term position until September 2025 with a base salary of $99,455 + 17% superannuation. About the Opportunity The University of Sydney is now ranked 18th in the world for 2022 university rankings, moving up 5 places in the last year. Our graduate employability is 1st in Australia, and 4th in the world; our subject rankings in Medicine are rated 1st in Australia, and 18th in the world.
The Faculty of Medicine and Health has been designed to enable innovation, excellence and strategic vision in teaching, research, and clinical practice not only in medicine and health, but in all the areas in which we operate. We are committed to challenging conventional wisdom, and to finding new paths to travel. We are focused on leading new possibilities in the way we deliver wellness and healthcare and in making a distinctive impact on healthcare, both locally and globally. It's our commitment to curiosity, connection and excellence that sets us apart. It's how we're making a difference - how we're shaping healthcare.
We are seeking a Research Support Officer (Faculty) to support the Senior Manager, Research Support by facilitating in the implementation of initiatives that support strategic research priorities assisting in the development of competitive grants applications and supporting post-award grant management. This role will assist in administering faculty internal grants and programs throughout their lifecycle, ensuring that staff and affiliates are aware of the various schemes and programs available and administers the schemes for the faculty. This role will also support administrative functions required for internal faculty functions relating to external schemes.
Assist in identifying research income opportunities relevant to the faculty's research priorities and raise awareness among researchers of appropriate funding opportunities. Support administration of various internal schemes within the Faculty of Medicine and Health. Work with internal and external stakeholders to foster collaborative, multidisciplinary, and strategic research. Provide advice and support to the development and implementation of the ongoing research strategy of the faculty. Ensure accurate data collection of research activities and information and assist in translating the data into appropriate communication materials for the faculty. Monitor role-based account and respond to queries. About You To be successful in this role, you have:
Demonstrated ability to work in a team and to build effective relations with colleagues and clients. Demonstrated ability to interpret and implement policy and procedures and in establishing and reviewing complex administrative processes. Excellent time and workload management skills with demonstrated ability to prioritise effectively, manage multiple tasks to meet deadlines and achieve required outcomes. Effective and tactful communication skills (both verbal and written) together with strong problem-solving skills and the ability to prioritise workload during busy periods. This role is primarily based in the Camperdown campus and may be required to travel between locations such as Westmead and St Leonard's to support other work areas when necessary.
Sponsorship / Work Rights for Australia Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires valid work rights for Australia.
Pre-employment Checks Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all roles required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment.
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Applications Close Sunday 29 September 2024 11:59 PM
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