Role type: Full Time; Fixed Term for 12 months
Faculty: Faculty of Arts
Department: Research Office
Salary: UOM 7 - $111,275 - 120,453 p.a. plus 17% super

• Enable research excellence / Collaborate with senior staff / Develop broad research knowledge
• Apply now to be part of a transformative team advancing high-impact research initiatives in the Faculty of Arts
• Investing in you - benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities

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Research in the Faculty of Arts examines how we operate as humans: from how we speak and how we think, to how we work and play, and even how we die. Our researchers investigate the big questions we face as humans: how do we tackle challenges like climate change, poverty, racism, disability discrimination, and war? Arts research deepens our understanding of ourselves, our past and present, to help create impactful changes for the future.

As a Research Development Coordinator, you will play a pivotal role in supporting the Faculty of Arts Research Office by supporting the Faculty’s portfolio of collective research initiatives to achieve research excellence and impact. You will work alongside senior staff, developing a comprehensive understanding of the Faculty's research portfolio, and advancing high-impact, innovative research. This role offers the chance to collaborate with diverse stakeholders, exercise independent judgement, and drive operational innovation.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Support Collective Research Framework Implementation: Coordinate initiative establishment processes, governance compliance, and executive support for steering committees
• Promote Funding Opportunities: Identify and promote domestic and international funding opportunities, and support competitive application development
• Develop Graduate Research and Internships: Work with initiative leads to advertise graduate research scholarships and develop industry internships
• Manage Communications and Events: Implement communications plans and support event planning and delivery, enhancing visibility and engagement

You may be a great fit if:
You will utilise your tertiary qualification and professional experience to exercise professional judgement and collaborate across organisational boundaries, ensuring high-quality service delivery and driving research excellence.

You may also:

• Have a relevant tertiary qualification with professional experience
• Possess strong organisational skills and the ability to manage tasks efficiently and adapt to change
• Demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills to convey complex information clearly
• Exhibit high levels of service orientation and stakeholder management skills
• Possess excellent digital skills and the ability to learn and apply new software quickly

For further information please refer to the attached PD.

What we offer you!
We offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits to support your success and sense of fulfillment, including:

• Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being
• Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balance
• Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance
• Health and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program

For more information check out our benefits page!

Your new team – Faculty of Arts: Research Office
The Research Office enables the Faculty of Arts’ strategic aim of achieving research excellence and impact. Led by the Faculty Research Manager and comprising approximately 15 staff, the team provides effective operational support and manages key research development projects. The team has capabilities spanning the full range of research development, with particular strengths in research funding, impact and collaboration. Reporting to the Research Development Manager, you will work closely with colleagues in the Research portfolio, Research, Innovation and Commercialisation (RIC) and senior academic staff including the Associate Dean Research (Arts). 

Be Yourself
The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child-safe organisation. We believe the diversity of our community enriches us all, and we are committed to creating an inclusive and fair workplace where everyone is valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. Discover more about Diversity and Inclusion at UniMelb.

We're committed to a barrier-free recruitment process and ongoing workplace support, providing reasonable adjustments throughout. We warmly encourage applications from people with disabilities. For assistance, please contact Kim Groizard on +61 3 9035 3218 or at [email protected] (subject: 'Recruitment Adjustments'). Contact details for other enquiries are located at the bottom of this page.

Find more information for applicants requiring reasonable adjustments.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians. Our Indigenous strategy, Murmuk Djerring outlines our investment and support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff and students.

Indigenous applicants are encouraged to connect with our Indigenous Employment & Development team at [email protected] for further information and support. 

Please note: This role requires current valid work rights for Australia. Visa sponsorship is not available.

A Working with Children Check (WWCC) is required for all positions. If successful, we'll guide you through the WWCC application process during onboarding and reimburse the cost.

Join Us and unlock your career potential!
If this role is right for you, please apply with the following documents:

• Resume
• Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience

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Please note that you are not required to respond to the selection criteria in the Position Description.

Learn more about the application process, including tips and FAQs.

For recruitment queries, email Anna Gradoboeva [email protected]. Include the Position Number and Job Title in the subject line. Please do not send applications to this email address.

For job-specific queries, refer to the contact details in the Position Description.

Applications close: 1st February 2026 11:55 PM; Melbourne time zone.

Position Description: JR-007954 - Research Development Coordinator - PD.pdf