• Key leadership role in the Division of Research & Enterprise
• G08 university - both research and teaching intensive
• 5-year fixed term contract, potential for extension

The Organisation

UNSW isn’t like other places you’ve worked at. Yes, we’re a large organisation with a diverse and talented community; a community doing extraordinary things. But what makes us different isn’t only what we do, it’s how we do it. Together, we are driven to be thoughtful, practical, and purposeful in all we do.  If you want a career where you can thrive, be challenged and do meaningful work, UNSW is the right place.

The Division of Research & Enterprise is responsible for UNSW’s overall research performance, attracting and retaining outstanding research talent, developing external research collaboration, translation, and commercialisation opportunities, and embedding entrepreneurship in UNSW’s research culture.

Why your role matters

As an integral member of the senior leadership team in the Division of Research & Enterprise, you will report to and support the Deputy Vice Chancellor, Research & Enterprise in the management of the division, and in achieving the objectives of the University’s 2025 strategy and beyond.  

With executive responsibility for Research Strategy, Research Grants & Contracts, and Research Ethics and Compliance Support, as well as oversight of the Scientia Academic Program, Excellence in Research for Australia (ERA) & Engagement and Impact Assessment (EI), and UNSW’s research centres & institutes, you’ll continue to enhance UNSW’s reputation for creating opportunities for world-class research and collaboration for global impact.

Who you are

You have a PhD and are recognised as a leading international authority in your discipline, with a strong track record of research and research training.  You’re also a collaborative, innovative and entrepreneurial leader, with in-depth knowledge and understanding of the Australian and international higher education research environments, and can demonstrate your capacity to develop organisational research, manage budgets, and  deliver on UNSW Sydney’s strategic objectives.

For further information please contact

Shiree Thomas
Talent Acquisition Consultant
E: shiree.thomas@unsw.edu.au     
T: +61 2 9065 7058                                         

Daniel Owens
Executive Director, Research & Enterprise
E: d.owens@unsw.edu.au
T: +61 2 9065 8459

To Apply

If contributing to research performance at UNSW is of interest to you, please submit your CV, Cover Letter and responses to Skills and Experience.

Applications close: 11:55pm, Sunday 12th September 2021

UNSW aspires to be the exemplar Australian university and employer of choice for people from diverse backgrounds. UNSW aims to ensure equality in recruitment, development, retention and promotion of staff and that no-one is disadvantaged on the basis of their gender, cultural background, disability, sexual orientation or identity or Indigenous heritage. We encourage everyone who meets the selection criteria to apply.

UNSW partners with Australia’s leading diversity organisations, networks, and campaigns. Please refer to UNSW’s diversity offerings for further information on our flexible work and leave options, and support for carers (childcare, parent rooms, parental leave).

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