Research Contract And Funding Coordinator

An opportunity exists to join the Research Contracts and Funding Team within Research Services to support ECU’s world class research.

The Research Contracts and Funding Team provide expert advice and administrative support to ECU researchers. You will be responsible for effectively managing post-award research grant administration and recording research grant information for the university. You will also negotiate research contracts with a variety of organisations including government, profit/not for profit, as well as international organisations, and will ensure contracts align with the project, ECU requirements and government policy.

To be successful in the role you will require:
Experience in providing high-level research administration support and/or contract administration in a complex environment, preferably in a tertiary level research environment.
Excellent attention to detail, and ability to understand and interpret complex documentation and apply to a range of circumstances.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders, as well as being part of a small team.
Good knowledge of and skills in the use of software applications, in particular information management systems, complex online databases and word processing.

You will also demonstrate personal attributes that are congruent with the University’s values of Integrity, Respect, Rational Inquiry, Courage and Personal Excellence.

Benefits & Remuneration
This full-time fixed term position attracts renumeration of $92,087 - $99,353 pa plus 17% University superannuation contribution. Part-time positions will be renumeration will be pro-rated.

ECU supports a work/life balance for staff. Benefits such as flexible working arrangements may also be negotiated to meet your personal circumstances.

ECU has an Award-winning Health and Wellness Program and an extensive range of staff benefits across entertainment, financial, health, travel and consumer goods and services.

For information on the benefits of working at ECU, please visit our website on the Employment Opportunities website.

Contact
Interested applicants are welcome to contact Sanita Kratina at (08) 6304 3569 for more information.

How to Apply
Please upload your resume along with a statement (no more than 2 pages) addressing the dot points above giving clear examples of where you have demonstrated experienceand skills.

Closing Date:
Applications close on Wednesday 4 December 2024 at 11:30pm.

PLEASE NOTE: APPLICATIONS WILL ONLY BE ACCEPTED FROM CANDIDATES WHO ARE EITHER AUSTRALIAN OR NEW ZEALAND CITIZENS OR AUSTRALIAN PERMANENT RESIDENTS.

ECU is a diverse and inclusive workplace reflecting the differences in society. Specific strategies and initiatives are in place to address underrepresentation of specific groups. Applications are encouraged from suitably qualified people from all backgrounds. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.

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