John Richards Research Centre Coordinator

Job No.:560772

Work type:Fixed Term

• Part Time 60% or 3 days per week
• 2 years fixed term position
• Position based at Albury/Wodonga campus
• $79,247 - $85,502 pro rata plus Superannuation

The John Richards Centre (JRC) for Rural Ageing Research ( ) seeks to develop and implement programs of research that makes a difference to the wellbeing of a diverse range of older people living in rural communities. The mission statement is to undertake research and knowledge exchange that is responsive, and adaptive to rural older people's needs and changes of the environment.

About the role

Reporting to the JRC Director, the incumbent will provide high-level administrative, operational and fiscal activities to facilitate the Centre Director's ability to effectively lead the Centre. The position delivers into the La Trobe Rural Health School at the Albury-Wodonga campus and is responsible for administering and coordinating integral research administrative tasks supporting JRC staff and students. The position has responsibility for a range of high profile and complex matters requiring the ability to exercise considerable judgement, initiative, discretion and independence.

Skills & Experience

In order to be successful in this position, the preferred candidate will have:

• Completion of an undergraduate degree with subsequent research experience, or evidence of research higher degree training.
• Demonstrated understanding of relevant research methodology and experience in research, ethics application, grant submission and publishing manuscripts.
• Demonstrated depth or breadth of expertise in research administration and project management developed through extensive relevant experience and application.
• Strong organisational, time and workload management skills, including the ability to effectively and efficiently coordinate and prioritise tasks to meet competing deadlines.
• Demonstrated excellent written and verbal communication skills with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.

Benefits

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How to Apply

Closing date: 11pm Sunday 11th April 2021

Position Enquiries: Professor Irene Blackberry, email:

Position Description below:

Only candidates with full working rights in Australia may apply for this position.

Please submit an online application ONLY and include the following documents:

• Cover letter;
• An up to date resume; and
• A separate document addressing each essential and desirable bullet point in the Key Selection Criteria which is located in the position description.

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La Trobe University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We encourage people with a disability, lived experience of disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait islanders and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply for this position

All La Trobe University employees are bound by the Working with Children Act 2005. If you are successful, you will be required to hold a valid Victorian Employee Working with Children Check prior to commencement.

For further enquiries on how to apply for this role, please contact Recruitment Partner Justin Bolton on +61 (03) 9479 1073

To apply and to view position description please visit and search for job number 560772 under current vacancies.

About La Trobe

La Trobe University's success is driven by people who are committed to making a difference. They are creative and highly motivated, pursue new ideas and create knowledge. La Trobe is one of Australia's research leaders, and the largest provider of higher education to regional Victoria. La Trobe University turned 50 in 2017, and over the half century of its existence it has established a reputation as an innovative and accessible university, willing to take risks and take on challenges. Our teaching and research address some of the most significant issues of our time and we're passionate about driving change through operational excellence to benefit the communities we serve.

Advertised:18/3/2021

Closing Date:11/4/2021

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