Expressions of Interest Sought

• $44.22 per hour
• CBD Location

Our Organisation

RMIT is a global university of technology, design and enterprise. Our mission is to help shape the world through research, innovation, teaching and engagement, and to create transformative experiences for our students, getting them ready for life and work. One of Australia's original educational institutions founded in 1887, RMIT University now has 82,000 students including 12,000 at postgraduate level. The University enjoys an international reputation for excellence in professional and practical education, applied and innovative research, and engagement with the needs of industry and the cities in which we are located.

The Research & Innovation Portfolio oversees research and research training across the University through the development and implementation of RMIT University's strategic research priorities and managing research systems and reporting requirements. The Portfolio supports the research activity of staff and student researchers with professional development, collaboration and funding opportunities, ethics and responsible conduct compliance, contract development, intellectual property, project completions and profiling.

Through the School of Graduate Research, the Portfolio is responsible for promoting and enhancing research education and training at RMIT in order to ensure the highest standard of research candidate experience is possible.

The Role and Your Responsibilities

The School of Graduate Research (SGR) is presently seeking a casual Higher Degree by Research (HDR) Candidature Services Assistant up until the end of June 2019. It is expected that this role will support the Candidature team to provide effective administration of candidates enrolled in higher degrees by research.

Skills & Experience Required

The successful applicant will be expected to have well developed communication skills, the capacity to interpret University policy and provide advice consistent with policy, deliver exceptional customer service to SGR's stakeholders, and work well in the current team environment.

Previous experience in HDR administration would be advantageous.

To apply please provide:

• A covering letter of introduction detailing your availability and interest in the position
• CV detailing any relevant industry and teaching experience

For further information, please contact Victoria Douglas on 03 9925 0174

Applications close: Sunday 31 March 2019