Project Manager Industry Partnerships

Classification: ANU Officer Grade 8 (Administration)
Salary package: $115,511 - $118,399 per annum plus 17% superannuation
Term: Full time, Continuing (contingent funded)

This position is continuing (contingent funded). The funding that supports this project has an expected end date of March 2030.

The Position

With no two days being the same, this role is integral to the delivery and support of dynamic, multidisciplinary research partnerships that bridge academia and industry. It coordinates a wide range of activities—from project management and stakeholder engagement to facilitating seamless communication between international partners and internal teams—to ensure that innovative research initiatives are executed effectively. By providing essential administrative support and strategic oversight, this position helps drive the ongoing evolution and success of the Centre’s collaborative projects.

The Person

We are looking for an experienced and proactive professional with a proven track record in project management and office coordination. The ideal candidate is a natural team player who thrives on tackling challenging problems while cultivating productive relationships with colleagues, industry partners, and stakeholders. In addition, we value someone with hands-on experience in industry-university relations, who can effectively interface with both sectors and coordinate cross-disciplinary research initiatives. With exceptional communication skills, robust organisational abilities, and a strategic mindset, you will be instrumental in driving forward innovative partnerships and ensuring the smooth, dynamic delivery of our ground-breaking research initiatives.

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For more information about the position please contact Professor Tim Senden on E: tim.senden@anu.edu.au. 

Working at ANU

This is an opportunity to work with a world class University that undertakes cutting edge research and has a strong tradition in research-led teaching excellence.

We offer:

• Flexible working arrangements including hybrid arrangements working both on our beautiful, green campus and working remotely,
• Generous paid parental leave entitlements of up to 32 weeks. We are one of the leading employers in Australia for parental leave entitlements,
• Designated parent rooms, quiet spaces and childcare facilities on campus,
• Career support, training, mentoring & upskilling opportunities.

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A Diverse and Inclusive Team

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ANU is a large, diverse employer with staff working across numerous professions (see the full list of available roles here. We are a recipient of the bronze award through the Science in Australia Gender Equity (SAGE) program and a platinum member of the Australian Network on Disability. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and identities and from individuals who may have had a non-linear career path, career gaps or career breaks.

To Apply

To be considered for this position, please upload the following documents:

• A current curriculum vitae (CV), and
• No more than a two page summary addressing your suitability against the selection criteria.

The committee will consider candidates that do not meet one or more aspects of the selection criteria.

If shortlisted, candidates will be asked to complete a:

• 40 minute interview using behavioural interview questions

If you require adjustments to participate in any of the above assessments, please contact our HR team at E: hr.cosm@anu.edu.au . Any adjustment request or the disclosure of disability will not be communicated to the selection committee without the candidates consent and it will not having any bearing on hiring decisions.

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The successful applicant must have rights to live and work in this country and will be required to undergo a background check during the recruitment process. An offer of employment is conditional on satisfactory results.