• Full Time, Continuing Position 

• HEW 7 ($98,632 - $ 106,763) + 17% Superannuation and Flexible Working Arrangements 

• Based at the City campus + Hybrid ways of working 

About You 

 
The Coordinator, Research Contracts plays a key role in the development, review and approval of research related contracts and agreements entered into by RMIT University. These contracts are for matters that include research undertaken by the University following a competitive grant process or via commercial negotiation. In addition to reviewing and critiquing draft research agreements and related documents, the position monitors and recommends improvements to the Research Contracts Team’s business processes, manages internal communications on the contracts function and oversees data integrity matters.   

To be successful in this position, you’ll have: 

• Substantial experience in an administrative and/or advisory role, preferably within the higher education sector or an equivalent environment.  

• Ability to review and critique a wide range of draft funding and general commercial agreements, and to provide clear, concise feedback and advice to stakeholders.  

• Demonstrated ability to work systematically and simultaneously on multiple projects with different levels of priority and complexity, whilst meeting deadlines in a timely manner.  

• Proven ability to pay close attention to detail and produce work that is of a high quality and accuracy.  

• Demonstrated ability to use initiative, judgement and problem-solving skills in order to provide creative and practical solutions to problems.  

• Excellent communication skills, in particular the ability to advise, influence and negotiate effectively and sensitively with staff from a range of workplace settings to build relationships and facilitate the desired action.  

• A proven track record in providing high quality, customer focussed service.  

• Demonstrated high level of computer literacy including an understanding of available information communication technologies and how to apply these innovatively to work situations.  

• Demonstrated history of behaviour aligned to the RMIT values, leadership capabilities and professional capability framework. 

• A Law degree is highly advantageous and beneficial for this role.

Qualifications

A relevant tertiary qualification (e.g. Law) or equivalent combination of qualifications and relevant work experience.

Please Note: Appointment to this position is subject to passing a Working with Children and National Police Check. 

About the Research and Innovation Portfolio   

RMIT’s Research and Innovation Portfolio supports researchers to help shape the world. The portfolio has an engaged, energetic, talented and collaborative team focused on enabling excellent research and innovation outcomes. With a global presence, community and industry connections, we support cutting-edge research and careers that make a positive impact on communities. 

The Research and Innovation Portfolio supports researchers and graduate researchers with research partnerships, grants and research contracts, funding opportunities, capability development, research training, ethics and integrity, intellectual property, commercialisation, internships, communication and profile. 

Find out more about research and innovation at RMIT University and the Research and Innovation Portfolio at: http://www.rmit.edu.au/research/ 

Research Strategy and Services 

Research Strategy and Services supports researchers to achieve excellent research outcomes. Research Strategy and Services supports strategy development and implementation and continuous improvement in services, systems and processes. The team provides expertise and services in grants and research contracts; research integrity, ethics and governance; and data analytics and reporting. 

To Apply  

Please submit your CV and covering letter addressing your suitability for this position by clicking on the ‘Apply’ link at the top of this page.  

For further information about this position, please see the Position Description hyperlinked below or contact Medina (Talent Acquisition) via email [email protected] or Naomi Pavlakis (Naomi Pavlakis (Senior Manager, Research Contracts) via email [email protected]. 

Position Description: Coordinator, Research Contracts 

RMIT is an equal opportunity employer committed to being a child safe organisation. We are dedicated to attracting, retaining and developing our people regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability and age. Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community and we strongly encourage applications from the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community. 

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