Research Contracts and Adminstration Officer at GDG on Campus | University of Sydney

Camperdown, Victoria, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

13 Jan, 26

Salary

112628.0

Posted On

15 Oct, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Contract Management, Administrative Support, Communication Skills, Analytical Skills, Problem-Solving, Negotiation Skills, Relationship Building, Customer Service, Self-Motivation, Teamwork, Conflict Resolution, Initiative, Compliance, Risk Assessment, Workplace Health and Safety

Industry

technology;Information and Internet

Description

Full time, continuing role An excellent opportunity to work collaboratively with stakeholders across the university Base Salary $112,628 + 17% superannuation About the opportunity The DVC Research team is looking for a highly motivated and self-driven Research Contracts and Administration Officer to join their high performing team. In this role, you will provide contract and administrative support for the ongoing activities of the Post Award Research portfolio, ensuring every phase of contracting process progresses on time and maintains a high standard. You will ensure that research documentation is accurate, timely, and presented in an efficient and accurate manner. Your key responsibilities will be to: prepare, review, negotiate and advise on contracts with external parties for key University stakeholders facilitate comprehensive administrative support, optimising workflows and processes in the research arena manage the end-to-end administration of agreements for the funding of research and commercial contracts ensure accuracy and timeliness in research documentation, guiding the collation and presentation of information assist in the oversight of research-related financial activities, including account opening and taking responsibility for related University-wide administrative processes and procedures engage and build strong relationships with stakeholders, facilitating discussion to address concerns and gather feedback, ensuring alignment with work area goals manage work area reporting and compliance ensuring accurate information on university systems and adherence to work area requirements coordinate and manage risk assessment activities within the work area, prioritising workplace health and safety and ensuring consistent alignment with university guidelines and best practices. About you a legal background with experience in contract management at a higher education institution experience in managing contracts and processes in a high-volume environment with strict and competing deadlines excellent verbal and written communication skills, with experience handling a wide range of enquiries and providing excellent customer service strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, using initiative and sound judgement proven ability to prioritise workload effectively during busy periods demonstrated ability to work independently under broad direction and to be self-motivated as well as to work successfully in a team environment, and to take initiative well-developed negotiation, conflict resolution, relationship building, and influencing skills. Sponsorship / work rights for Australia You must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this employment to be eligible to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment. Pre-employment checks Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment. EEO statement At the University of Sydney, our shared values are trust, accountability and excellence and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community that thrives through diversity and reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this through our commitment to diversity and inclusion, evidenced by our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people living with a disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and those who identify as LGBTQIA+. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds. We are proud to be recognised as an Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) Platinum Employer. Find out more about our work on diversity and inclusion. How to apply Applications (including a cover letter, CV, and any additional supporting documentation) can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page. For employees of the University or contingent workers, please login into your Workday account and navigate to the Career icon on your Dashboard. Click on USYD Find Jobs and apply. 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Responsibilities

The Research Contracts and Administration Officer will provide contract and administrative support for the Post Award Research portfolio, ensuring timely progress of the contracting process. Key responsibilities include preparing and negotiating contracts, managing agreements, and overseeing research-related financial activities.