Job Reference:993981

Research Office at Curtin

Across all our research areas, we aim to strike a balance between demand-driven research, which solves defined problems for industry and society, and researcher-driven research, which is characterised by a desire to push the limits of understanding.

Our research is broad in scope, encompassing a range of fields in science, engineering, health, society, engineering, health, society, business and more.

About the Role:

This role is responsible for the development, review, negotiation and effective management of research and commercial contracts and supports the Team Lead in fostering and embedding a values-led culture that delivers high quality, efficient and strategically focussed commercial and contractual services. You will gain exposure to a varied range of university research activities from project work through to commercial agreements and alliances.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Provide expert advice, support and guidance in relation to a broad range of contracts and commercial matters, to inform effective risk management and mitigation decisions within a contractual and commercial context.
• Draft, review and negotiate research, consultancy and service contracts, among others, for the University using professional skill and diligence.
• Represent Curtin in external contract and commercial negotiations and discussions, including contractual and commercial negotiations with partners and funders on strategic contracts and with strategic relationships.
• Contribute to positive culture and provide guidance to the group by being visible, role modelling and acting in accordance with Curtin’s values and signature behaviours.
• Take a lead role in the development of training and knowledge sharing documents to provide contractual and commercially supportive documents for stakeholders.
• Engage and collaborate with key internal university service providers.

We are looking for:

• Demonstrated experience in legal or commercial contracts, including contract development, negotiation, and ongoing management.
• Strong time management and organisational skills, with a proven ability to meet deadlines, prioritise tasks, and manage multiple responsibilities effectively.
• Extensive experience in interpreting and applying policies and procedures, with the ability to provide clear, professional, and consultative advice to a wide range of stakeholders.
• Highly developed interpersonal skills, including the ability to navigate sensitive situations constructively, and apply effective negotiation and influencing strategies to achieve positive outcomes.
• Well-developed conceptual and analytical skills, with the ability to assess complex situations and provide practical, solution-focused advice and alternatives.
• Experience in research administration within a tertiary institution, with a solid understanding of academic and research environments (desired).

Role Requirements:

1. As this is a fixed-term contract, you will require current work rights in Australia that match the tenure of this role
2. Successful applicants are subject to a National Police Clearance, and background, integrity, and reference checks to Curtin’s satisfaction

About Curtin University

We are an energetic, dedicated team of academics and professionals working together to provide global solutions through quality graduates and innovative research. Curtin is a welcoming space where integrity, respect for one another, courage, excellence, and impact are essential to everyday life. First Nations people, those identifying as LGBTQIA+, parents, carers, people of all ages, abilities and genders, and people of diverse ethnicity, nationality and faith are encouraged to apply. Our aim is to create a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live. For more information, please visit our Diversity and Inclusion page - https://staff.curtin.edu.au/discover-curtin/diversity-equity-and-inclusion-at-curtin/

What We Offer You:

Situated on Whadjuk Nyungar Country, our vibrant Bentley campus includes an art gallery, gym, childcare and medical centre, bus station, accessible parking and endless food options including a supermarket. Aside from the vibrant campus life, we offer more than just a job. Curtin offers a wide range of generous benefits, including additional leave, salary packaging, health and wellbeing services and an array of discounts for retail, travel and much more. For more information, check out our benefits page!

For more reasons to work at Curtin, please visit https://staff.curtin.edu.au/discover-curtin/

Join Us!

If this sounds like your next role, please click APPLY NOW and provide the following documents:

• CV
• Cover Letter addressing the selection criteria in the advert

If you have any queries in relation to this opportunity or the application process, please contact our careers team on [email protected] or 08 9266 9000 (option 3,1), quoting the reference number. Please note applications will not be accepted via this email address.

Applications close: Sunday, 11 May 2025.

Disclaimer: Please note that there is no standardised time for the closing of adverts on the specified date. Therefore, we recommend submitting your application ahead of this deadline. Late applications will not be considered, and only successful candidates will be contacted.

Please note we are not accepting applications from recruitment agencies at this time.

Curtin reserves the right at its sole discretion to withdraw from the recruitment process, not to make an appointment, or to appoint by invitation, at any time. We reserve the right to remove the advert earlier than the date on the advert.