Research Training & HDR Development Advisor

James Cook University; Townsville City; On-site; AUD 112,000 - 129,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Generous superannuation

Professional development

Job summary

James Cook University (JCU) invites applications for a Research Training and Researcher Development Advisor within the Graduate Research School. The role focuses on delivering training and development initiatives to HDR candidates, researchers and staff across multiple campuses and online platforms.

You'll design learning programs, build partnerships, evaluate outcomes and contribute to university-wide strategic objectives in a collaborative environment in Townsville.

Qualifications

• Experience working within a university or research-focused environment.
• Outstanding communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to engage diverse stakeholders.
• Experience developing networks, fostering community engagement and coordinating events, workshops or professional development activities.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities, with a focus on continuous improvement and innovation.
• Excellent written and digital communication skills, including developing engaging online content and learning resources.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver contemporary research training and researcher development programs across multiple campuses and online platforms.
• Create engaging learning materials and content that maximise participant engagement and learning outcomes.
• Build strong partnerships across the University and with external stakeholders to source expert presenters and facilitators.
• Evaluate program effectiveness, analyse feedback and outcomes, and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Collaborate across the University to strengthen pathways into Higher Degree by Research programs and support successful research outcomes.
• Contribute to the strategic objectives and success of the Graduate Research School, Research Division and the broader University.

Job description

James Cook University (JCU) invites applications for a Research Training and Researcher Development Advisor within the Graduate Research School. The role focuses on delivering training and development initiatives to HDR candidates, researchers and staff across multiple campuses and online platforms.

You'll design learning programs, build partnerships, evaluate outcomes and contribute to university-wide strategic objectives in a collaborative environment in Townsville.