• $69.00 P/h plus Super
• Located at Hawthorn, 3 days onsite 2 days from home.
• Start ASAP until 31/07/2025

About the company

Our client is a progressive, research driven institution renowned for fostering innovation and industry collaboration. With a strong commitment to excellence in teaching, research, and engagement, they support cutting-edge projects that make real-world impact both nationally and globally.

About the role

The Senior Officer, Research Contracts is a key member of the Research Services team, responsible for the review, negotiation, and management of a variety of research-related agreements. This role ensures legal and institutional compliance while supporting researchers and staff through the contract lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• View, draft, negotiate, and finalise research contracts and subcontracts using standard internal or external templates.
• Conduct due diligence and risk assessments in collaboration with Legal and Governance as required.
• Ensure protection of intellectual property in consultation with the IP and Commercialisation team.
• Support contract variations and notices throughout the contract lifecycle.
• Provide guidance to researchers on contract terms, milestones, and obligations.
• Assist with research budget preparation and costing in line with policy.
• Support mapping and improvement of contract management processes and templates.
• Monitor and help enhance risk assessment strategies.
• Maintain accurate research contract records in Research Master and Content Manager.
• Build collaborative relationships with internal stakeholders including Legal, Finance, IP and Commercialisation, and Research Centres.
• Act as a trusted point of contact for contract-related matters.
• Develop and deliver educational materials on research contracting processes.
• Must hold or be able to obtain a valid Working with Children Check.

Skills and Experience

• Completion of a law degree and/or paralegal experience.
• Demonstrated experience in drafting and negotiating research contracts in higher education, government, or commercial settings.
• Sound understanding of contract risks and legal implications.
• Strong initiative, judgment, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent client service orientation with clear communication skills.
• Exceptional planning, attention to detail, and ability to manage competing deadlines.

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