University of St Andrews

Fixed term (December 2026) | Full-Time Higher Education Officer Level 9 | $133,860 - $143,239 Location: Bedford Park / Kaurna Country View Position Description About the Role As a Change Manager, you will lead the end-to-end design and delivery of change management across complex student and education projects at Flinders University. Working under broad direction, you will take accountability for shaping and implementing effective change strategies that enable successful adoption of new processes, systems, and ways of working. You will partner closely with senior leaders, project managers, and stakeholders to assess change impacts and readiness, manage risks, and drive engagement and adoption across the University. The role involves developing and executing integrated change, communication, engagement, and readiness approaches, facilitating workshops and targeted activities, and providing strategic advice to leaders to build change capability. This role plays a critical leadership function in ensuring transformation initiatives deliver intended outcomes, embed sustainable change, and align with Flinders’ strategic objectives and people‑centred values. To learn more about the role and responsibilities, please view the Position Description About You You are an experienced Change Manager with a strong track record of leading complex change initiatives across large or diverse organisations. You bring a deep understanding of contemporary change management frameworks and apply them pragmatically to deliver measurable outcomes, translating complex change impacts into clear, actionable strategies that support informed decision‑making and successful adoption. You excel at building trusted relationships and influencing stakeholders at all levels, including senior leaders, and are confident navigating resistance and supporting effective change sponsorship. With strong communication, facilitation, and leadership capabilities, you bring a solutions‑focused mindset. Experience in higher education, the public sector, or large‑scale transformation environments will be highly regarded. About the Office of Academic Quality and Enhancement, Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Students) Portfolio The Office of Academic Quality and Enhancement, led by the Pro Vice-Chancellor (Academic Quality and Enhancement), is responsible for key functions that support the University’s academic standards and student experience. These include Curriculum Services, Student Policy and Integrity Services, Academic Quality, Compliance and Risk and Strategic Projects. Within the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Students) Portfolio, the Strategic Projects team plays a vital role in supporting strategic and operational priorities across student-related and academic services. This work underpins the University’s values and ethos, strengthens our impact and engagement, and supports our vision to be internationally recognised as a world leader in research, an innovator in contemporary education, and the home of Australia’s most enterprising graduates. Life at Flinders We're transforming and investing in people and facilities to create contemporary, stimulating, and satisfying learning and work environments that reflect our core values of excellence, innovation, courage, and integrity. Flinders is refocusing its strategic priorities with the aim of elevating its performance to be a top ten Australian university, and amongst the top 1% in the world. Reaching beyond the limits of buildings, borders, and backgrounds, ours is an inclusive culture that believes absolutely in equality and opportunity for all. We don't just accommodate differences; we embrace and celebrate them. So, why work at Flinders? 17% Superannuation + salary packaging options. Flexible working arrangements. Our commitment to wellbeing through our Thriving@Flinders initiative Wide range of professional development activities and services, including exclusive staff study offers. We embrace diversity and promote equity and inclusion for all students and staff, as shown through our three SAGE Cygnet Awards. Vibrant campus life and amenities including on campus health care services, gym and childcare centre(Bedford Park, South Australia). Our Commitment to Reconciliation and Indigenous Employment Flinders University is proud to be an organisation that is committed to our Reconciliation Action Plan and Indigenous Workforce Strategy. Our vision is to be a preferred employer for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. We are committed to progressing Indigenous advancement in education, research, employment, and wellbeing, and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples for all Flinders vacancies. Please see here for our Reconciliation Action Plan  Please see here for our Indigenous Workforce Strategy  Prescribed Conditions for Employment A current Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check which is satisfactory to the University will be required by Flinders University before the successful applicant can commence in this position. A criminal record will not automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration. Each case will be assessed on its individual merits and relevance to the inherent requirements of the role. How to Apply and Information You are required to submit a CV, along with a Suitability Statement as a separate document. This should be no more than 3 pages, and address the Key Position Capabilities of the position description For more information regarding this position, please contact Michelle Berrigan Certification Applications to be submitted before 10.00pm: 26 Apr 2026 At Flinders we embrace and celebrate diversity and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people of all ages, ethnicities, abilities, sexual orientations, and gender identities. Flinders. Fearless.

Job Purpose The Research Engineer/ Research Fellow for Design Factory will play a pivotal role in identifying opportunities and problems that others choose to ignore and solve it with innovative and ingenious solutions that defy convention using proven technologies and innovations. Collaborating closely with faculty, industry partners, researchers, and students, the Research Engineer/ Research Fellow will co-create impactful, practical, and commercially viable products that bridge the gap between technologies and customers, encompassing environmental, social, and economic dimensions. Key Responsibilities Applied Research and Innovation Lead and manage projects focused on product innovation, including, Artificial Intelligence, renewable energy, circular economy, sustainable materials, and carbon reduction technologies. Explore emerging technologies, frameworks, and practices to advance product solutions in industries. Conduct product family Innovation Quadrant (IQ) analysis and resource optimization studies to address business challenges. Industry Engagement Collaborate with industry partners to co-create innovative products that enhance their portfolio and align with strategic business goals. Identify emerging trends and opportunities in Product Innovation to position SIT as a key partner in Design Thinking, New Product Development and Product innovation. Foster partnerships with businesses, government agencies, and other stakeholders to develop impactful projects that enhance environmental, social, and economic outcomes. Technical professionals who will work with local enterprises to frame projects, identify capabilities needed from the industry ecosystem, IHLs and centres. Involve in industry engagements, help to bring in higher value-added projects for the centres in SIT, Polytechnics and ITE. Applied Research and Innovation Lead and manage projects focused on product innovation, including, Artificial Intelligence, renewable energy, circular economy, sustainable materials, and carbon reduction technologies. Explore emerging technologies, frameworks, and practices to advance product solutions in industries. Conduct product family Innovation Quadrant (IQ) analysis and resource optimization studies to address business challenges. Industry Engagement Collaborate with industry partners to co-create innovative products that enhance their portfolio and align with strategic business goals. Identify emerging trends and opportunities in Product Innovation to position SIT as a key partner in Design Thinking, New Product Development and Product innovation. Foster partnerships with businesses, government agencies, and other stakeholders to develop impactful projects that enhance environmental, social, and economic outcomes. Technical professionals who will work with local enterprises to frame projects, identify capabilities needed from the industry ecosystem, IHLs and centres. Involve in industry engagements, help to bring in higher value-added projects for the centres in SIT, Polytechnics and ITE. Job Requirements A degree in Engineering or a related field. At least 5 years of relevant industry experience with a proven track record in production innovation and New Product Development. Deliver high-quality and professional ethics with passion for business development and managing customer relationships. Strong business acumen, project management experience and results-oriented with a strategic mindset. Strong negotiation and interpersonal skills and able to adapt in a fast-paced business environment. Good experience in Product Management: Develop and implement strategies for integrating sustainability and energy efficiency into the product lifecycle, from conception to market launch. Strong analytical, project management, and communication skills. Experience in writing project proposals and grants will be an added advantage. Extensive experience and knowledge of industry practices to bring industry perspective to SIT. Keen interest in innovation projects, with demonstrated ability in developing solutions to technical problems. Strong supervisory skills and enjoy working closely with students in an educational environment. Demonstrate proficiency to keep abreast of development in the field and pursue professional certification programs. Possess industrial certifications in relevant areas will be an added advantage.

Ability to integrate complex biophysical and economic data, translate research into industry‑ready solutions Ability to lead or contribute to large collaborative programs Full time, Fixed-Term 4 Years – Based in Hobart About the opportunity We are seeking an experienced Senior or Principal Research Fellow - Natural Capital to play a key role in advancing a major forest industry research program within the Australian Forest and Wood Innovations (AFWI) Centre for Sustainable Resource and Product Solutions (CSRPS) at the University of Tasmania. This research‑focused role centres on mainstreaming natural capital concepts and practice across the Australian forest industry. The successful candidate will contribute to (Senior level) or lead (Principal level) a multi‑year research program that addresses barriers to industry adoption of natural capital assessment and accounting. This includes developing processes, tools and analytical frameworks that integrate biophysical, spatial, economic and financial data, aligned with emerging international standards. Working closely with industry, government and academic partners, the role aims to strengthen the industry’s ability to quantify, value and manage natural capital, supporting better decision‑making, market development, disclosure and nature‑related transition planning. The position sits at the intersection of science, economics and policy, with a strong emphasis on translating research into practical, industry‑ready outcomes. Relocation and visa sponsorship may be considered for the ideal candidate. What you’ll do: Deliver a natural capital research program for the forest industry, translating international frameworks and standards into practical tools, methods and guidance. Senior: Makes substantial contributions to program deliver. Principal: Leads and is accountable for overall program direction and success. Advance industry adoption of natural capital assessment and accounting by integrating biophysical, spatial, economic and financial data to support decision‑making, markets and disclosure. Senior: Leads defined research streams and applications. Principal: Sets strategic priorities and ensures integration across themes. Produce high‑quality, high‑impact research and secure funding that strengthens UTAS’s leadership at the nature‑economy interface. Senior: Publishes research of national and emerging international standing and contributes to funding success. Principal: Publishes research of established international standing and leads major funding initiatives. Build research capability and culture through supervision, mentoring and collaboration within and across multidisciplinary teams. Senior: Supervises HDR students to successful completion. Principal: Supervises HDR students and mentors postdoctoral and early‑career researchers, providing senior academic leadership. Develop and maintain strong industry, government and research partnerships to maximise research impact and adoption. Senior: Builds productive stakeholder relationships and supports co‑design. Principal: Drives strategic national and international partnerships and profile‑raising activity. What we’re looking for: Doctoral qualification and deep disciplinary expertise in fields such as biological sciences, environmental data systems, ecological economics, modelling and spatial science, or nature‑based markets and innovation. Senior: PhD with strong expertise across at least two relevant fields. Principal: PhD with a substantial, internationally recognised body of expertise across multiple fields. Demonstrated research excellence at the nature–economy interface, with a strong publication record and recognised contributions to natural capital, sustainability or applied environmental research. Senior: Research of national standing and growing international recognition. Principal: Research of established international standing and influence. Proven ability to attract research funding and deliver major projects, including translating complex research into applied, industry‑relevant outcomes. Senior: Successful contributor to competitive grants and funded projects. Principal: Leads major funding bids and provides strategic leadership on funding and research direction. Strong leadership and supervision capability, building research capacity through HDR supervision and collaborative, multidisciplinary teamwork. Senior: Successful supervision of HDR students to completion. Principal: Substantial HDR supervision record, plus mentoring of postdoctoral and early‑career researchers and demonstrated academic leadership. Excellent engagement and communication skills, with the ability to build productive relationships with industry, government and research partners and support research adoption Senior: Builds and maintains effective stakeholder relationships and supports co‑design activities. Principal: Leads strategic national and international partnerships, profile‑raising and industry engagement. Salary details Appointment to this role will be at Academic Level C or D and will have a remuneration range package of between $162,087 - $210,621 comprising base salary within the range of $138,536 to $180,018 plus 17% superannuation. How to Apply To apply online, please provide the following supporting documentation: Resume Cover letter outlining your suitability and motivation for the role Your responses to the success criteria from the Position Description below For further information about this position, please contact Professor Barry Brook, Head of Discipline, Biological Sciences, Barry.Brook@utas.edu.au Please visit https://www.utas.edu.au/jobs/applying for our guide to applying and details on the recruitment process. For current UTAS staff, in submitting your application, you acknowledge you have/intend to discuss your interest in this vacancy with your current manager and understand they may need to be contacted confidentially by the hiring manager as part of the assessment of your application. Please refer to the attached Position Description Below for full details. Link to Position Description to be included here. Applications close Wednesday 27 May 2026, 11.55pm The University of Tasmania acknowledges the Palawa/Pakana and Gadigal/Wangal people as the traditional custodians of the land, sea and waters of the areas upon which we live and work. We recognise their valuable contributions and deep connection to country and pay respect to Elders past and present. As part of our commitment to a safe and inclusive workplace, employment history and police checks will be conducted as part of the selection process.