Strategic Research Programs Coordinator

University of Sydney; Sydney; On-site; AUD 93,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Sydney’s Business School invites applications for a Research Enterprise Support Officer who provides high-level administrative and operational support to strategic research programs and initiatives.

You will coordinate projects, organise events, support Research Hubs, prepare communications and reports, and assist with budget tracking and compliance activities to underpin evidence-based decision making.

Qualifications

• Experience in research administration or higher education is preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with tact and professionalism.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience supporting research processes, literature reviews and engagement activities.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and support research projects and programs through administration and stakeholder engagement.
• Organise events, workshops, training sessions, and meetings with logistics and follow-up actions.
• Provide operational support for Research Hubs, including onboarding and enquiries.
• Prepare and distribute research communications, reports, and updates to support objectives.
• Assist with budgeting, funding schemes, compliance documentation and awards processes.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisation

Analytical mindset

Stakeholder management

Problem solving

Education

Relevant tertiary qualification

Job description

The University of Sydney’s Business School invites applications for a Research Enterprise Support Officer who provides high-level administrative and operational support to strategic research programs and initiatives.

You will coordinate projects, organise events, support Research Hubs, prepare communications and reports, and assist with budget tracking and compliance activities to underpin evidence-based decision making.