Associate Director, Research Entities

Classification: ANU Senior Manager 2

Salary package: $151,477 per annum, plus 17% superannuation

Terms: Full time, continuing role 

Position summary

The Australian National University (ANU) is one of the world's leading research-intensive universities. We demonstrate our commitment to enabling impactful research in different ways, including through establishing and supporting Institutes, centres, and equity interests such as spin-outs. These entities extend the reach of the University's research, translating foundational scholarship into societal relevance through innovation, outreach and engagement.

We are seeking an experienced leader to deliver improved governance and oversight of our university frameworks for institutes, centres, subsidiaries and research equity interests. This is a new position and a unique opportunity to work with outstanding research leaders at a whole-of-organisation strategic level.

Our ideal candidate:

• Connects people and ideas, ensuring that the University's governance frameworks, policies, and administrative practices are set up to grow and facilitate interdisciplinary and transdisciplinary collaborations and impact.
• Has experience providing strategic advice to executive leaders on governance and management across a portfolio of activities, including planning and coordination of budget processes and reviews.
• Works in a highly collegial, effective and transparent way with a variety of stakeholders.
• Deeply understands the University's national mission and purpose, and can deliver the frameworks and partnerships that will increase the societal impact of our activities.

Candidate enquiries: Professor Tim Senden, Pro Vice-Chancellor (Research Infrastructure and Entities), E: tim.senden@anu.edu.au

Application information

To apply for this role, please ensure you upload the following documents:

• A statement addressing the selection criteria found in the Position Description
• A current curriculum vitae (CV), including the names and contact details of at least three referees (including your current or previous supervisor). If your CV does not include referees, you can enter these in the online application form where prompted.

The University actively encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. For more information on employment opportunities, contact our Indigenous Employment Consultant at indigenous.employment@anu.edu.au

ANU values diversity and inclusion and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to those of all backgrounds and identities. For more information about staff equity at ANU, visit https://services.anu.edu.au/human-resources/respect-inclusion

Please note: the successful candidate must have rights to live and work in this country and may be required to undergo a background check during the recruitment process. An offer of employment is conditional on satisfactory results.