Full time, fixed term role until the 31st of March 2027 Exciting opportunity to contribute to the development of a vibrant Australian Quantum Community through Quantum Australia Base Salary $99,455 - $107,216 + 17% superannuation About Quantum Australia Quantum Australia is a pioneering organisation bringing together Australia's top research institutions, industry leaders, and Quantum organisations. Our mission is to accelerate the development and adoption of quantum technology by fostering collaboration, driving innovation, and building a thriving quantum ecosystem.
The organisation brings together Australia's quantum leaders across industry, academia and the startup ecosystem to fundamentally shift the dial on the translation of quantum technologies and position Australia as a leader in the market. Administered by the University of Sydney over an initial 3-year period, Quantum Australia is supported by an $18.4M grant from the Department of Industry, Science and Resources, with significant additional financial support from state governments and university partners.
A central team will be based in Sydney to support state and territory-based teams Nodes in NSW, VIC, QLD, SA, WA, and the ACT. These Nodes will reside within the other Quantum Australia's partner universities.
About the opportunity As the Ecosystem Development Coordinator, you will work closely with the NSW-based Ecosystem Development Lead and six Ecosystem Development Facilitators across Australia in developing and delivering a national network of programs, events, and resources. You will be an active participant in the burgeoning quantum community, producing and attending events, acting as a connector, and bringing visibility to the activity within NSW and beyond.
Your key responsibilities will be to:
contribute to a collaborative and dynamic team environment reporting into the Ecosystem Development Lead
develop and nurture a network of SMEs, corporates, startups, government, and research organisations in the Quantum space
produce creative and interesting events including scheduling, coordinating attendees, securing suitable venues and any travel arrangements
bring visibility to the quantum activity happening within the NSW Node and other nodes
work with the partnerships team across Quantum Australia to secure research and economic partnerships.
About you relevant tertiary qualifications or equivalent relevant work experience
demonstrated experience in coordinating events to facilitate industry/University engagement such as forums, workshops and sandpits
proven stakeholder engagement skills across a diverse range of technical and non-technical stakeholders
experience in project work in a community capacity building context
ability to manage multiple competing priorities
effective networking and collaboration skills.
Work Rights: you must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this employment to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment.
Pre-employment checks Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role 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 Wednesday 20 November 2024 11:59 PM
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