School Research Coordinator

Management - Universities (Education & Training)The School Research Coordinator provides a range of high-level administrative and coordination services to drive the implementation of the Campus Research Plan through School research strategies, programs and initiatives.This includes supporting the School in planning, implementing and coordinating internal grant funding strategies, internal and/or external research programs and commercialisation initiatives.The School Research Coordinator is the key liaison between the School with central divisions for all matters relating to campus research management. This role is expected to work closely with School research stakeholders (e.g. leadership, academics and graduate research students), central research divisions (e.g. Monash University Malaysia Graduate Research Office, Research Finance, Research Excellence Unit, Quality and Governance, and Research Platform) and Faculty counterparts to support School research requirements andoperational demands. The School Research Coordinator will operate with excellence in process and judgement to provide efficient research services in accordance with campus research protocols and standards.Reporting Line: The position reports to the School Manager and has a dotted line reporting to the Deputy Head of School (Research)Supervisory Responsibilities: Not applicableFinancial Delegation: Not applicableBudget Responsibilities: Not applicableKEY RESPONSIBILITIES1. Support a range of research strategies, programs and initiatives identified by the School research leadership to drive the implementation of the Campus Research Plan within the School2. Deliver high-level and effective service to the research community, including providing timely and accurate advice and administrative support to School research stakeholders as the key liaison between the School with central divisions for all matters relating to campus research management3. Exercise strong financial and project management in supporting School research projects and initiatives to ensure adherence to funding requirements, including project variation, milestones and deliverables4. Contribute to and support a range of research-specific marketing and communication strategies for the campus as they relate to the School, especially on matters relating to research capabilities, inventions and infrastructure5. Coordinate administrative processes and systems relating to research ethics, integrity and permits, ensuring compliance with established campus policy, protocols, and regulatory requirements6. Actively contribute to the development and continuous improvement of a range of processes such as policy development, governance, compliance, quality and performance reporting, as a member of the community of practice for campus research management7. Build and sustain effective working relationships with a network of colleagues and stakeholders to support and facilitate efficient service deliveryKEY SELECTION CRITERIAEducation/Qualifications1. The appointee will have:• a degree in a relevant field with subsequent relevant experience, or• extensive experience and specialist expertise or broad knowledge in technical or administrative fields, or• an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/trainingKnowledge and Skills2. Substantial knowledge of the strategies, business processes and systems relating to graduate research student administration, research operations and the grants and contracts environment3. Excellent administration skills and a demonstrated capacity to develop and implement effective operational processes and systems4. Excellent project coordination skills with the ability to support projects through to completion in accordance with agreed standards and timeframes5. Demonstrated ability to work as an effective member of a team as well as the ability to exercise high levels of independence, judgement and initiative6. Demonstrated strong record and commitment to process improvement, innovation and reform7. Highly-developed written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to interact with a diverse range of stakeholders and negotiate positive outcomes to complex issues8. Highly-developed computer literacy including experience using project management and business softwares, and demonstrated ability to quickly adapt to and learn new systemsOTHER JOB RELATED INFORMATION? Professional research management development and training may be required? Travel to other campuses of the University may be required? There may be a requirement to work additional hours from time to time? There may be peak periods of work during which taking of leave may be restrictedDescription The School Research Coordinator provides a range of high-level administrative and coordination services to drive the implementation of the Campus Research Plan through School research strategies, programs and initiatives.This includes supporting the School in planning, implementing and coordinating internal grant funding strategies, internal and/or external research programs and commercialisation initiatives.The School Research Coordinator is the key liaison between the School with central divisions for all matters relating to campus research management. This role is expected to work closely with School research stakeholders (e.g. leadership, academics and graduate research students), central research divisions (e.g. Monash University Malaysia Graduate Research Office, Research Finance, Research Excellence Unit, Quality and Governance, and Research Platform) and Faculty counterparts to support School research requirements andoperational demands. The School Research Coordinator will operate with excellence in process and judgement to provide efficient research services in accordance with campus research protocols and standards.Reporting Line: The position reports to the School Manager and has a dotted line reporting to the Deputy Head of School (Research)Supervisory Responsibilities: Not applicableFinancial Delegation: Not applicableBudget Responsibilities: Not applicableKEY RESPONSIBILITIES1. Support a range of research strategies, programs and initiatives identified by the School research leadership to drive the implementation of the Campus Research Plan within the School2. Deliver high-level and effective service to the research community, including providing timely and accurate advice and administrative support to School research stakeholders as the key liaison between the School with central divisions for all matters relating to campus research management3. Exercise strong financial and project management in supporting School research projects and initiatives to ensure adherence to funding requirements, including project variation, milestones and deliverables4. Contribute to and support a range of research-specific marketing and communication strategies for the campus as they relate to the School, especially on matters relating to research capabilities, inventions and infrastructure5. Coordinate administrative processes and systems relating to research ethics, integrity and permits, ensuring compliance with established campus policy, protocols, and regulatory requirements6. Actively contribute to the development and continuous improvement of a range of processes such as policy development, governance, compliance, quality and performance reporting, as a member of the community of practice for campus research management7. Build and sustain effective working relationships with a network of colleagues and stakeholders to support and facilitate efficient service deliveryKEY SELECTION CRITERIAEducation/Qualifications1. The appointee will have:• a degree in a relevant field with subsequent relevant experience, or• extensive experience and specialist expertise or broad knowledge in technical or administrative fields, or• an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/trainingKnowledge and Skills2. Substantial knowledge of the strategies, business processes and systems relating to graduate research student administration, research operations and the grants and contracts environment3. Excellent administration skills and a demonstrated capacity to develop and implement effective operational processes and systems4. Excellent project coordination skills with the ability to support projects through to completion in accordance with agreed standards and timeframes5. Demonstrated ability to work as an effective member of a team as well as the ability to exercise high levels of independence, judgement and initiative6. Demonstrated strong record and commitment to process improvement, innovation and reform7. Highly-developed written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to interact with a diverse range of stakeholders and negotiate positive outcomes to complex issues8. Highly-developed computer literacy including experience using project management and business softwares, and demonstrated ability to quickly adapt to and learn new systemsOTHER JOB RELATED INFORMATION? Professional research management development and training may be required? Travel to other campuses of the University may be required? There may be a requirement to work additional hours from time to time? There may be peak periods of work during which taking of leave may be restrictedCompany Monash University is Australia's largest university, and a member of the prestigious Group of Eight research intensive universities. In the most recent QS World University Rankings, Monash rated 55 in the world.Monash University Malaysia is Monash's third largest campus, with over 8000 students and 900 staff. We are a comprehensive campus offering degrees in business, engineering, medicine, science, information technology, pharmacy, social science and humanities across seven Schools. We are rated among the very best among universities in Malaysia, and the quality of our research output positions us among the very best universities in Southeast Asia. Monash University Malaysia provides Monash University with a platform for scholarly engagement with the dynamic Southeast Asia region.In 2018, we celebrated our twentieth anniversary in Malaysia. Since our establishment in 1998 we have produced more than 16,800 graduates from more than 78 countries. We provide a diverse and inclusive scholarly environment.In 2017, Monash Malaysia was awarded a Six Star SETARA rating by the Malaysian Ministry of Education.This places us in the very top "outstanding" cohort of Malaysian Universities.For further information see www.monash.edu.my.Monash University is Australia's largest university, and a member of the prestigious Group of Eight. Monash isconsistently ranked in the world's top 100 universities, reflecting our strong commitment to academic and research excellence.Monash is a global university, with four local campuses in Australia, as well as international locations in Malaysia,China, Italy, India and Indonesia. A unique alliance with the University of Warwick (UK) sits alongside an array of international collaborations with leading universities and corporations around the world, expanding our globalnetwork.Established in 1998, Monash University Malaysia is Monash's third largest campus and one of Malaysia's mostrespected universities. We were awarded a 6-star SETARA rating by the Ministry of Higher Education Malaysiain 2017 and 2019, cementing our position in the very top cohort of outstanding universities in the country.As a research intensive institution, Monash University Malaysia is Monash's platform for scholarly engagementwith Southeast Asia. We offer degrees in arts and social sciences, business, engineering, information technology, medicine and health sciences, pharmacy, and science across seven schools. Our students come from Malaysia and more than 70 countries around the world. We have over 9,000 students and more than 800 staff.Monash University Malaysia is located in Greater Kuala Lumpur, in the Klang Valley, one of Southeast Asia'sindustrial hotspots. We sit in the heart of the rapidly developing economic corridor linking Singapore, KualaLumpur, Bangkok and beyond. Our research is oriented towards deep engagement with this dynamic social and industrial landscape, addressing core challenges of sustainable development in the region.For further information, please visit www.monash.edu.my.Monash University is Australia's largest university, and a member of the prestigious Group of Eight. Monash isconsistently ranked in the world's top 100 universities, reflecting our strong commitment to academic and research excellence.Monash is a global university, with four local campuses in Australia, as well as international locations in Malaysia,China, Italy, India and Indonesia. A unique alliance with the University of Warwick (UK) sits alongside an array of international collaborations with leading universities and corporations around the world, expanding our globalnetwork.Established in 1998, Monash University Malaysia is Monash's third largest campus and one of Malaysia's mostrespected universities. We were awarded a 6-star SETARA rating by the Ministry of Higher Education Malaysiain 2017 and 2019, cementing our position in the very top cohort of outstanding universities in the country.As a research intensive institution, Monash University Malaysia is Monash's platform for scholarly engagementwith Southeast Asia. We offer degrees in arts and social sciences, business, engineering, information technology, medicine and health sciences, pharmacy, and science across seven schools. Our students come from Malaysia and more than 70 countries around the world. We have over 9,000 students and more than 800 staff.Monash University Malaysia is located in Greater Kuala Lumpur, in the Klang Valley, one of Southeast Asia'sindustrial hotspots. We sit in the heart of the rapidly developing economic corridor linking Singapore, KualaLumpur, Bangkok and beyond. Our research is oriented towards deep engagement with this dynamic social and industrial landscape, addressing core challenges of sustainable development in the region.For further information, please visit www.monash.edu.my.This job ad has not been subjected to our hirer verification process. Proceed cautiously and do your own checks before providing any personal information.Researching careers? 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