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University of Melbourne Hiring for Research & Engagement Officer at Parkville, Victoria, Australia Full Time
Job no: 0061280
Location: Parkville
Role type: Part-time; Fixed-term for 12 months
Faculty: Engineering and Information Technology
Department: Innovation Practice Program, Department of Mechanical Engineering
Salary: UOM 6 – $92,749 – $100,397 p.a. plus 17% super
- Support engagement with the Innovation Practice Program (IPP) by coordinating activities, managing relationships with key stakeholders, and contributing to the development of teaching resources.
- Enhance the program’s visibility and profile, and foster industry collaboration.
- Salary packaging, subsidised health and wellbeing services, fitness and cultural clubs, Myki discounts, and a 25% discount on graduate courses to our staff and their immediate families!
About The Role
The Research and Engagement Officer for the Innovation Practice Program (IPP) plays a crucial role in fostering internal and external engagement with the program. ing to the Operations Manager and working closely with the Program Director, this position involves supporting students, alumni, industry professionals, and academics in their interactions with the IPP. With a focus on industry engagement, the Officer supports teaching and learning activities and pursues opportunities for recognition and funding, showcasing a comprehensive approach to program development, support and promotion.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Management of the industry projects pipeline, from first contact onwards.
- Coordination of networking opportunities both online and offline for current students and alumni.
- Coordinating events aimed at industry participants, including networking events, talks and panel events.
Who We Are Looking For
You will possess excellent written and verbal communication skills, demonstrating the ability to engage effectively with diverse audiences, including students, industry professionals, academics, and funding bodies. Additionally, the ideal candidate will have a proven track record of positively contributing to collaborative team environments.
You will also have:
- A relevant degree and subsequent experience in communications and stakeholder engagement, or a related area. An equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education will also be considered
- Experience with relevant systems and platforms, such as CRM and CMS systems
- Proven ability to manage a variety of competing demands to deliver different deliverables within tight timeframes.
For further information regarding responsibilities and requirements, please refer to the attached PD.
This role requires that the successful candidate must undergo and maintain an up-to-date Working with Children Check. This is essential to guarantee a secure environment for all individuals at the University. In the case the selected candidate doesn’t have a valid Working with Children Check, they will be able to apply for the WWCC as part of the initial onboarding procedures.
Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.
Your New Team – The Department of Mechanical Engineering
The Department of Mechanical Engineering, among the largest in Australia, offers teaching for three-year undergraduate degrees in Science and Commerce, followed by a two-year professional Master of Engineering program. Focused on maintaining a robust research effort, the department aims to attract high-quality staff and addresses urgent contemporary issues in biomechanical engineering, fluid mechanics, and thermal sciences as part of its strategic plan.
What We Offer You!
In addition, we offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a range of benefits, including generous leave provisions, salary packaging, health and well-being services and discounts on graduate courses. For more information, check out our benefits page!
About The University Of Melbourne
We’re tightly connected with the community, both at home and abroad. We take pride in our people, who all contribute to our mission to benefit society through the transformative impact of education and research. Discover more via our website and stay connected with our stories and people on LinkedIn.
Be Yourself
The University of Melbourne values the unique backgrounds, experiences and contributions that each person brings to our community and welcomes and celebrates diversity. First Nations people, those identifying as LGBTQIA+, parents, carers, people of all ages, abilities and genders, and people of diverse ethnicity, nationality and faith are encouraged to apply. Our aim is to create a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live. For more information please visit our Diversity and Inclusion page.
We are dedicated to ensuring barrier free and inclusive practices to recruit the most talented candidates. If you require reasonable adjustments, please contact Kim Groizard at [email protected], with an email containing your name and contact details for a confidential discussion. Please ensure your email is titled “Reasonable Adjustments Request”.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians, with unprecedented investment to attract, nurture and retain Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and staff. Tangible support through a range of programs and initiatives will ensure that you personally succeed and flourish while at the University of Melbourne.
For further information, including our 2023-2027 Indigenous strategy please visit -https://about.unimelb.edu.au/reconciliation/murmuk-djerring
Join Us!
If you feel this role is right for you, please apply with the following documents:
- Resume
- Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience
- The responses against the Selection Criteria^ (found in the Position Description)
^For information to help you with compiling short statements to answer the selection criteria and competencies, please go to http://about.unimelb.edu.au/careers/selection-criteria
If you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please feel free to contact Fahim Farzad via email at [email protected], ensuring that you include the Position Number and the Job Title as the subject. Please do not share your application to this email address.
If you have any particular questions regarding the job please follow the details listed on the Position Description.