Senior Specialist, Science and Partnerships

UWA; Western Australia; Vor Ort; AUD 140.000 - 148.000; Teilzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Flexible working options

Generous paid leave including parental

Up to 17% employer paid superannuation

Salary packaging available

Incremental progression based on 12 mo

Up to 25% discount on eligible UWA …

Discounted health insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Zusammenfassung

The University of Western Australia is seeking a Senior Specialist, Science and Partnerships to lead stakeholder engagement and shape nationally significant health data research initiatives. This fixed-term, part-time 0.7 FTE role operates within Data Connect Australia, aligned with NCRIS and national partners.

You will provide policy-driven, evidence-based advice, manage complex multi-stakeholder collaborations and contribute to strategic submissions, publications and reports while ensuring

Qualifikationen

• Postgraduate qualifications and substantial relevant experience in public health, health sciences, epidemiology, research management, science, policy or related discipline.
• Experience delivering strategic projects, programs, partnerships or initiatives within complex, multi-stakeholder environments.
• Proven ability to build, influence and sustain collaborative relationships across government, health, research, data and research infrastructure sectors.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including briefing papers, funding applications, reports and stakeholder communications.
• Strong analytical and organisational capability with the ability to synthesise complex information and manage priorities autonomously.

Aufgaben

• Lead strategic stakeholder engagement and partnership development across government, researchers, data custodians and health sectors.
• Provide specialist scientific, policy and analytical advice to support design, implementation and evaluation of national research infrastructure programs.
• Identify opportunities, risks and trends, translating evidence into practical recommendations, funding submissions and reports to enhance DCA's national impact.

Kenntnisse

Strategic stakeholder engagement

Policy and analytical advice

Written and verbal communication

Analytical and organisational ability

Ausbildung

Postgraduate qualifications in public health or related field

Jobbeschreibung

• Play a nationally significant role in advancing Australia's health and data research capability through Data Connect Australia.
• Influence strategic partnerships across government, research, health and data sectors to drive real-world research impact.
• Part-time (0.7 FTE) appointment on fixed term basis until June 2028.
• Base salary range: $139,660 – $147,783 p.a. (pro-rata) plus 17% superannuation.

About the area

The Office of the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research) is home to Data Connect Australia (DCA), Australia's national data linkage network and a nationally significant research infrastructure initiative. Supported by the Australian Government through the National Collaborative Research Infrastructure Strategy (NCRIS) and delivered in partnership with governments, research institutions and universities across Australia, DCA enables the secure use of linked data to support world-class health and health-related research. This work helps researchers, policymakers and healthcare organisations make evidence-based decisions that improve outcomes for communities nationwide

About the opportunity

• Lead strategic stakeholder engagement, partnership development and collaboration initiatives with researchers, government agencies, data custodians, research organisations and other key stakeholders across Australia.
• Provide specialist scientific, policy and analytical advice to support the design, implementation and evaluation of nationally significant research infrastructure programs and strategic initiatives.
• Identify emerging opportunities, risks and sector trends, and translate complex evidence into practical recommendations, funding submissions, business cases, publications, reports and presentations that strengthen DCA's national profile and impact.

About you

• Postgraduate qualifications and substantial relevant experience in public health, health sciences, epidemiology, research management, science, policy or a related discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and professional experience.
• Demonstrated experience delivering strategic projects, programs, partnerships or initiatives within complex, multi-stakeholder environments.
• Proven ability to build, influence and sustain collaborative relationships across government, health, research, data and research infrastructure sectors.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including experience preparing briefing papers, funding applications, reports, business cases, scientific publications and stakeholder-facing communications.
• Strong analytical and organisational capability, with the ability to synthesise complex information, develop evidence-based recommendations and manage competing priorities with a high degree of autonomy.

Note

As part of the recruitment process, candidates will be required to complete declarations in accordance with the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-based Violence.

Position description: PD [Senior Specialist, Science and Partnerships] [524737].pdf

To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Felicity Flack at [e-mail]

For enquiries on the recruitment process, please contact Talent Advisor at [e-mail]

Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Monday, 9 November 2026.

This position is only open to Current UWA staff.

Please note: Unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted outside of formal channels.

Benefits

• Flexible working options.
• Generous paid leave including parental leave.
• Up to 17% employer paid superannuation.
• Salary packaging available.
• Incremental progression based on 12 months continuous service.
• Up to 25% discount on eligible UWA full-fee courses.
• Discounted health insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program.

About the University

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, supported by the freedom to innovate and inspire, there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top university.

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Our commitment to inclusion and diversity

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