Research Security Senior Technical Advisor

University of Melbourne; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 125,000 - 136,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

17% superannuation

Salary packaging options

Health and wellbeing programs

Job summary

The University of Melbourne invites applications for a Research Security Senior Technical Advisor to join the Melbourne Research & Enterprise team. You will assess research security risks, advise on mitigations, and support secure collaborations within STEMM disciplines.

You will guide researchers through export controls, sanctions and foreign interference obligations and design practical training to embed secure practices across projects.

Qualifications

• Hold postgraduate qualifications in a relevant STEMM discipline, or equivalent relevant professional experience and training.

Responsibilities

• Provide timely research security risk assessments, advice and compliance reviews for STEMM projects and collaborations.
• Interpret Australian and international regulations to advise on export controls, sanctions and foreign interference obligations.
• Design and deliver training, workshops and communications that embed responsible and secure research practices.
• Monitor higher-risk research activities, manage potential non-compliance and support internal and external audits.
• Build strong relationships with researchers, professional staff and regulators to protect institutional reputation and research outcomes.

Education

Postgraduate qualifications in a relevant STEMM discipline, or equivalent professional experience

Detailed knowledge of research security, foreign interference guidelines and related Australian legislation

Analytical skills, synthesising technical information and weighing ethical and geopolitical considerations

Clear communication with diverse stakeholders; ability to deliver training and written advice

Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment while maintaining accuracy

Collaborative across multidisciplinary teams and external partners

Tools

Regulatory guidance interpretation

Job description

Research Security Senior Technical Advisor

Role type: Full-time; Continuing
Department: MRE - Office of Research Ethics and Integrity
Salary: UOM 8 - $125,191 - $135,504 p.a. plus 17% super

• Specialist STEMM research security focus / Influence secure, nationally aligned research practices / Collaborate across a leading global university
• Investing in you - 17% superannuation, benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities.

The University of Melbourne
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.

Your next career opportunity:
You will leverage deep STEMM expertise to assess research security risks, advise on mitigation and support secure collaborations.
You will guide researchers through complex export control, sanctions and countering foreign interference requirements.

What you will deliver:

• Provide timely research security risk assessments, advice and compliance reviews for STEMM projects and collaborations.
• Interpret Australian and international regulations to advise on export controls, sanctions and foreign interference obligations.
• Design and deliver training, workshops and communications that embed responsible and secure research practices.
• Monitor higher-risk research activities, manage potential non-compliance and support internal and external audits.
• Build strong relationships with researchers, professional staff and regulators to protect institutional reputation and research outcomes.

You may be a great fit if you:

• Hold postgraduate qualifications in a relevant STEMM discipline, or equivalent relevant professional experience and training.
• Apply detailed knowledge of research security, foreign interference guidelines and related Australian legislation to complex cases.
• Demonstrate strong analytical skills, synthesising technical information and weighing ethical and geopolitical considerations.
• Communicate clearly with diverse stakeholders, including delivering engaging training, briefings and written advice.
• Manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment while maintaining accuracy, confidentiality and service excellence.
• Collaborate effectively across multidisciplinary teams and external partners to address emerging research security risks.

Your new team:
Melbourne Research & Enterprise drives research excellence and impact by supporting funding, partnerships and research governance.
The Office of Research Ethics and Integrity helps researchers conduct ethical, responsible and secure research across all disciplines.
You will join a specialist Research Security team that values collaboration, curiosity and practical solutions to complex challenges.

Be Yourself
The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child-safe organisation. The diversity of our community enriches us all, and we are committed to creating an inclusive and fair workplace where everyone is valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. Discover more about Diversity and Inclusion at UniMelb.

We're committed to a barrier-free recruitment process and ongoing workplace support, providing adjustments throughout. We warmly encourage applications from people with disabilities. Learn more about how we support an accessible recruitment process.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians. Visit our Indigenous staff page to learn more about our investment and support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff.

Indigenous applicants are encouraged to connect with our Indigenous Employment & Development team at ***********@unimelb.edu.au.

• You must have current valid work rights for Australia. Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.
• A Working with Children Check is required for all positions. If successful, we will guide you through the process and reimburse you.

Want to know more?

• For queries related to this specific position, contact Mel Green
  at *********@unimelb.edu.au
• For questions related to our recruitment process email Alessandro Storani at ***************@unimelb.edu.au
• For recruitment adjustments contact Kim Groizard on [phone] or at **********@unimelb.edu.au (subject: 'Recruitment Adjustments').

Position Description: PD_JR-018637 Research Security Senior Technical Advisor .pdf
PD_JR-018637 Research Security Senior Technical Advisor .docx

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