Manager, Research Integrity Unit - closing 29 March 2020
Job no: 499237
Work type: Continuing / Full time
Location: Sydney, NSW
Categories: Professional Leadership
About the Organisation
The UNSW Conduct & Integrity Office is responsible for ensuring that the principles of respect and integrity continue to underpin the pursuit of knowledge at UNSW. This is achieved by working collaboratively with key stakeholders to resolve complaints and allegations of wrongdoing. Upholding the standards of conduct expected of all members of the UNSW community is considered vital for any global university, improving and transforming lives through excellence in research, outstanding education and a commitment to advancing a just society.
About the Opportunity
The Manager, Research Integrity Unit (RIU), leads the Unit and is the key point of contact and champion for research integrity matters at UNSW. This role, together with RIU team, responds to concerns and allegations of research misconduct.
About the Successful Candidate
To be successful in this role you will be a strong leader with a history of leading a successful team. You will ideally have a research background with outstanding stakeholder management skills.
More specifically you will have:
- A research degree (or equivalent research experience) and extensive research management experience acquired within a large university (or equivalent research organisation)
- Comprehensive and expert knowledge of and experience in the regulatory governance framework related to research and the responsible conduct of research, with demonstratable achievements in translating knowledge into policy, practice, and training
- Outstanding relationship management skills, with a track record of engaging and influencing a wide range of diverse stakeholders, including mediation and conflict resolution in complex environments
- Superior interpersonal skills and communication skills with the ability to provide authoritative advice and communicate effectively, presenting complex information in a simple way
- Proven planning and organisational skills with the ability to confidently lead, develop and motivate self and staff, establish operational plans and priorities, allocate resources and lead new initiatives in a busy environment
- Exceptional analytical and sound decision-making skills with demonstrated ability to quickly assimilate new concepts and develop innovative solutions to complex matters
- Demonstrated experience in exercising a high level of initiative, tact and discretion in dealing with matters of a highly confidential or controversial nature
- Ability and capacity to direct and monitor the implementation and effectiveness of the safety management system.
PD - Manager Research Integrity Unit - DVCA - January 2020 (1).pdf
To Apply: Please submit your CV, Cover Letter and Responses to Selection Criteria nominated in the Position Description.
Contact:
Kim Symons, Talent Acquisition Consultant
P: 02 9385 0670
E: k.symons@unsw.edu.au
Applications close: Sunday 29th March before 11pm
UNSW aspires to be the exemplar Australian university and employer of choice for people from diverse backgrounds.
UNSW aims to ensure equality in recruitment, development, retention and promotion of staff, and that no-one is disadvantaged on the basis of their gender, cultural background, disability, sexual orientation or identity. We encourage everyone who meets the selection criteria to apply.
Advertised: 24 Feb 2020 AUS Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 29 Mar 2020 AUS Eastern Daylight Time
