- Continuing, full-time position
- Based at our Bundoora Campus with hybrid working opportunities
- Commence in the New Year!
About the position:
The Research Office supports La Trobe University researchers, senior executives, academic leadership and other administrative divisions to facilitate excellent research outcomes for the University. We provide accurate and consistent advice and reporting, as well as flexible and efficient client services, with an emphasis on continuous business improvement. The Research Performance Team ensures research data and reporting enables the strategic development of the University’s research, supports the University’s global research profile, and meets compliance requirements. It maintains relationships with external research bodies including research data providers, grants bodies, and ranking and analysis agencies, and is engaged with developments in research data and measurement globally.
Working closely with the Senior Research Publications Coordinator, the Senior Research Publications Officer will ensure high quality research publications data is collected and stored in the university’s database. This position will work with academic staff and the Library Scholarly Publications team to ensure the University has high-quality research data to report on research performance metrics, researcher public profiles, and government compliance requirements.
Skills and Experience
To be considered for this position, you will have
- A relevant degree or relevant knowledge, training and/or experience, including experience in a research environment.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently, follow established procedures with limited supervision and contribute positively to an effective team.
- High level proficiency in computer software packages including word processing, advanced Excel skills, electronic mail, and the use of the internet as a research tool.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a demonstrated customer service focus and solution orientated approach.
- Ability to innovate and take responsibility for outcomes.
- Demonstrated ability to set priorities and monitor workflows within own area of responsibility.
- Demonstrated capacity to organise work effectively and efficiently and deliver outputs in a timely manner.
- Proven analytical and problem-solving capability.
- Demonstrated capacity to execute judgement based on theoretical and technical knowledge.
- Proven capacity to effectively liaise and negotiate with a range of clients, including staff and students, in a discreet and tactful manner.
- Demonstrated highly effective interpersonal and communication skills, including the capacity to work collaboratively and cooperatively to achieve goals.
Desirable
- Microsoft Teams and SharePoint Online environment – Power Automate, SharePoint Online, Administration/Permissions.
- High level online research skills including the ability to navigate novel online databases/systems.
- Any automation or programming experience/interest, and knowledge of database management will be highly regarded.
Please refer to the Position Description for other duties, skills and experience required for this position.
Welcome to Bundoora campus – Please click on the video link below:
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Benefits:
- 17% employer contributed superannuation
- On site childcare facilities
- Flexible work arrangements
- Discounts for staff and their family members to study a range of La Trobe courses
How to apply
Closing date: By 11:55pm on Monday 11th November 2024
Position Enquiries: Benny Xu, Manager Research Analytics, E. b.xu@latrobe.edu.au
Recruitment Enquiries: Jacqueline Lava, Talent Acquisition Consultant, E. j.lava@latrobe.edu.au
Position Description below:
PD - Research Publications Senior Officer.pdf
Only candidates with Full Working Rights in Australia may apply for this position.
Please submit an online application ONLY and include the following documents:
- Cover letter;
- An up-to-date resume
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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
We welcome and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
La Trobe University is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We take an intersectional approach by actively supporting and encouraging people of all backgrounds and abilities to submit an application and aim to ensure that the recruitment and employee experience is as accessible and inclusive as possible. Flexibility in interview format will be offered to shortlisted candidates.
All La Trobe University employees are bound by the Working with Children Act 2005. If you are successful, you will be required to hold a valid Victorian Employee Working with Children Check prior to commencement.
