International Collaborative Research Academies ICRA Coordinator

Role type: Fixed-Term for 12 Months

Department/ School: Student & Scholarly Services

Salary: UOM7 $111,275 - $120,453 p.a. plus 17% super 

• Foster strategic and impactful joint PhD enrolment and supervision of graduate researchers between Melbourne and international partner institutions.
• Join a high achieving team and help shape the future of international research training.
• Investing in you – 17% superannuation, benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities. 
  
  

The University of Melbourne 

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Your next career opportunity 

In this role, you will provide support to joint PhD candidates and the coordination of the University’s International Collaborative Research Academies (ICRAs). You will be responsible for supporting ICRA graduate researchers throughout their research training to maximise the benefits of their international partnership experience. In addition, you will advise and assist ICRA supervisors, academic leads and steering committees, contribute to the broader Graduate Research team’s work, and help sustain the team’s values, culture and priorities.

What you will deliver: 

• Support joint PhD candidates through joint admission, enrolment, candidature procedures at Melbourne and the ICRA partner institutions.
• Support ICRA supervisors, academic leads and steering committees with candidate recruitment, operational planning, reporting and governance activities in a timely manner.
• Administer budget expenses related to ICRA operations, and scholarship resource allocations ensuring accurate tracking and alignment with ICRA governance and policy requirements.
• Coordinate ICRA-related workshops, events and visits, and promote external funding and collaboration opportunities.
• Foster positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders to support ICRA candidates, supervisors, academic leads, and steering committees effectively and efficiently.
• Maintain ICRA information and communications, including websites, reports and updates for internal and international stakeholders.
  
  

You may be a great fit if you: 

• Hold a degree-level qualification with relevant experience, or equivalent education, training and work-based learning.
• Demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills, engaging confidently with diverse academic and professional stakeholders both internally and externally.
• Apply strong organisational and project management skills, including the ability to establish professional service delivery standards with the ability to review, develop and implement administrative processes.
• Exercise sound judgement and problem-solving capability to develop creative solutions and negotiate mutually beneficial outcomes.
• Demonstrate an understanding of the academic and personal issues facing Graduate Researchers and established knowledge of academic and student administration procedures, polies and systems as they relate to graduate research.
  
  

For further information please refer to the attached PD at the bottom of the advert.

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 fulfilment, including: 

• Build future financial security with 17% superannuation.
• Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being.
• Career development opportunities, including access to a range of tailored programs, such as Academic Women in Leadership, and learning platforms including LinkedIn Learning.
• Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balance and well-being, including leading parental leave, gender affirmation leave and cultural leave.
• Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa Health insurance, and access to unique cultural and recreational benefits such as discounts for the Melbourne Theatre Company.
• Health and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program.
  
  

For more information check out our benefits page! 

Your new team – Student and Scholarly Services

Student and Scholarly Services deliver end-to-end student administration, wellbeing and scholarly support across the University. Within this, the Graduate Research team advances high-quality research training, candidature support, and policy advice for graduate researchers. You will join a collaborative, values-driven group working with global partners to shape impactful international research experiences.

Be Yourself 

The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child-safe organisation. 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.

Were committed to a barrier-free recruitment process and ongoing workplace support, providing adjustments throughout. We warmly encourage applications from people with disabilities. Learn more about how we support an accessible recruitment process.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants 

We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians. Visit our Indigenous staff page to learn more about our investment and support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff.

Indigenous applicants are encouraged to connect with our Indigenous Employment & Development team at oied-hr@unimelb.edu.au.

Application essentials:

• Visit "apply with us" to learn more about the process, including tips and FAQs.
• You must have current valid work rights for Australia. Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.
• A Working with Children Check is required for all positions. If successful, we will guide you through the process and reimburse you.
• Please upload your resume and a cover letter outlining your interest and experience as part of the application process.
• Please upload your responses to the Selection Criteria, found in the Position Description.
  
  

Want to know more?

• For queries related to this specific position, contact Rebecca Whitsed.
• For questions related to our recruitment process, email Mick Powar at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au (please do not send your application to this email).
• For recruitment adjustments contact Kim Groizard on +61 3 9035 3218 or at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au (subject: Recruitment Adjustments).
  
  

Apply today and join a community that’s shaping the future.

Applications close: Sunday 3rd May at 11:55 PM; Melbourne time zone. 

Position Description: 

JR-012492 - International Research Academics ICRA Coordinator UOM7 PD.pdf

JR-012492 - International Research Academics ICRA Coordinator UOM7 PD.docx

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