Research Infrastructure Strategist (Digital)

UNSW; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 154,000 - 163,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working arrangements

17% employer superannuation

Additional leave during end-of-year

Discounts and entitlements (retail, ed

Affordable on-campus parking

Job summary

UNSW in Sydney is seeking a Project Manager within Research Technology Services to lead the establishment, governance and delivery of shared digital research capabilities aligned with UNSW’s priorities.

You will drive university-wide initiatives including AI Central and the AURIN partnership, shaping governance, operating models and investment priorities while collaborating with senior leaders across UNSW and the national research infrastructure sector.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience leading strategic, university-wide projects.
• Advanced knowledge of shared digital research infrastructure and NCRIS priorities.
• Experience developing business cases, project plans, governance frameworks.
• Excellent consultation, influencing and stakeholder alignment skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with practical solutions.
• Experience managing project budgets, resources, risks and dependencies.

Responsibilities

• Lead establishment, governance and implementation of shared digital research capabilities.
• Drive university-wide initiatives and investment priorities for ResTech.
• Oversee AI Central development and UNSW's AURIN partnership.
• Shape governance, operating models and delivery approaches with senior leaders.

Job description

Remuneration: $153,933 - $163,338 + 17% super

Location: Kensington, NSW (Hybrid Flexible Working)

Employment Type: Full time

Duration: 2-year term contract

This Job is based in Australia

Why Your Role Matters

NSW’s digital research infrastructure provides the platforms, services and capabilities that enable researchers to undertake innovative, high-impact research.

The Project Manager plays a strategic role within Research Technology Services (ResTech), leading the establishment, governance and implementation of shared digital research capabilities that support UNSW’s long-term research priorities.

You will lead significant university-wide initiatives, including the establishment of AI Central as a research capability and UNSW’s partnership with the Australian Urban Research Infrastructure Network (AURIN). Working with senior leaders and stakeholders across UNSW and the national research infrastructure sector, you will shape governance arrangements, operating models, investment priorities and delivery approaches.

The position reports to the Manager, Research Data and Software and works closely with the Executive Director, Research Technology Services and the Pro-Vice-Chancellor, Research Infrastructure.

About UNSW

UNSW isn’t like other places you’ve worked. We are a large organisation with a diverse and highly talented community doing extraordinary work. We are driven to be thoughtful, practical and purposeful in all we do, and this collective approach is what gives our work impact. It is also why UNSW is consistently ranked among the world’s top 20 universities in the QS World University Rankings and is a proud member of Australia’s prestigious Group of Eight. If you’re seeking a career where you can thrive, be challenged and contribute to meaningful work, you’re in the right place.

Benefits And Culture

• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements.
• 17% employer superannuation contributions.
• Additional leave over the end-of-year university shutdown period.
• Discounts and entitlements (retail, education, fitness passport)
• Affordable on-campus parking

You’ll Bring

• Advanced knowledge of shared digital research infrastructure and service capabilities, including an understanding of current NCRIS programs and priorities.
• Extensive experience leading complex, strategic projects through the full project lifecycle.
• Demonstrated experience developing business cases, project plans, governance frameworks, operating models and high-quality project documentation.
• Excellent consultation, influencing and negotiation skills, with the ability to build alignment among diverse and senior stakeholders.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to develop practical and sustainable solutions to complex issues.
• Experience managing project budgets, resources, risks, dependencies and competing priorities.
• Advanced written and verbal communication skills with strong attention to detail.
• A collaborative, proactive and adaptable approach, with the judgement and initiative required to operate effectively in a complex environment.

As part of our recruitment process candidates may be required to undergo pre-employment screening, which may include reference checks, qualification verification, right-to-work verification, and criminal history screening where relevant to the role.

UNSW is committed to equity diversity and inclusion. Applications from women, people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, those living with disabilities, members of the LGBTIQ+ community; and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, are encouraged. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff.

The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.