Research Infrastructure Partnerships Manager

1 Mar 2024
Job Information

Organisation/Company

UNIVERSITY OF SYDNEY

Research Field

Educational sciences

Researcher Profile

Leading Researcher (R4)

Country

Australia

Application Deadline

12 Mar 2024 – 00:00 (UTC)

Type of Contract

Permanent

Job Status

Full-time

Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?

Not funded by an EU programme

Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?

No

Offer Description

• Full time, continuing role as Research Infrastructure Partnerships Manager
• Utilise your project coordination expertise and passion for research partnerships
• HEO9 – Salary from $135,820 plus 17% superannuation

About the opportunity

The Research Infrastructure Partnerships Manager provides management and coordination within and between stakeholder groups in support of high-value partner relationships that leverage the University’s investment in Research Infrastructure and assist to achieve the research infrastructure strategy. The RI Partnerships Manager will establish and maintain strong relationships with strategic partners and other stakeholders within and outside the organisation. Leading high-profile projects, liaising with senior members of the University Executive, and delivering frameworks for commercial and institutional partnering, the RI Partnerships Manager maximises delivery of benefits for research at the University, mitigates risk and solves complex problems. Continuous improvement initiatives are also key to the success of this role.

Your key responsibilities will be to:

• coordinate the ARC LIEF pre- and post-award grant process for Research Infrastructure Office-led bids, in partnership with colleagues in the Research Portfolio and Research Infrastructure Platforms teams
• establish strong working relationships with key external stakeholder groups (commercial partners, LHDs, others) and internal stakeholders across the University to lead the delivery of key commercial partnerships
• lead identification and generation of partnering opportunities
• coordinate the development of effective and compliant commercial partnership frameworks and relationship management programs
• oversee the establishment and stand-up of new initiatives through effective coordination of the implementation phase of new partnerships.

About you

• academic graduate qualifications in Business, Administration, Commerce, or a related field and/or extensive relevant experience
• demonstrated ability as a strategic thinker with the capacity to analyse and grasp key concepts and issues quickly and translate strategy into practical applications and solutions
• negotiation and influencing skills, and the ability to deploy these skills at high levels and across complex and diverse internal and external partnership environments
• excellent written communication and interpersonal skills
• customer service centric with a ‘can do’ attitude and ability to demonstrate concern for meeting and exceeding the needs of stakeholders
• demonstrated program management experience and delivery as well as skills in process mapping, function design and implementation
• experience in a role with a commercial outcomes focus, in a large and complex organisation
• knowledge and experience in the Australian higher education / research sector is highly desirable.

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Sponsorship / work rights forAustralia

Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. For a continuing position, you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident.

Australian Temporary Residents currently employed at the University of Sydney may be considered for a fixed term contract for the length of their visa, depending on the requirements of the hiring area and the reasons for the position.

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.

EEO statement

At the University of Sydney, our shared values include diversity and inclusion and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a university community which reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this commitment through our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People , women , people living with a disability , people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds , and those who identify as LGBTIQ . We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.

How to apply

Applications (including a cover letter, CV, and any additional supporting documentation) can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page.

Please respond to the two targeted questions within the Workday application form.

For employees of the University or contingent workers, please login into your Workday account and navigate to the Career icon on your Dashboard. Click on USYD Find Jobs and apply.

For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or any documents in alternate formats, please contact Sade Mintah, Recruitment Operations by email to [email protected] .

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The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.

Applications Close

Tuesday 12 March 2024 11:59 PM

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Additional Information
Work Location(s)

Number of offers available

1

Company/Institute

UNIVERSITY OF SYDNEY

Country

Australia

City

Marrickville

Postal Code

Camperdown

Geofield

Where to apply

Website

https://www.timeshighereducation.com/unijobs/listing/366457/research-infrastruc…

Contact

City

Marrickville

STATUS: EXPIRED