Senior Research Contracts Officer

Classification: ANU Officer 6/7 (Administration)
Salary package: $95,987 - $110,489 per annum plus 17% superannuation
Terms: 2x Full time, Fixed term (up to 6 months)

The Position

Under broad direction, the Senior Research Contracts Officer is responsible for delivering high-quality research contract management services to ANU researchers. This includes working collaboratively with academic and research staff to prepare, review, negotiate, and finalise a wide range of research-related agreements. These may include:

• Research project variations
• Confidentiality agreements for research and intellectual property sharing
• Memoranda of understanding with industry and research institutions
• Material transfer agreements
• Subcontracting arrangements with government, industry, and other research organisations

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced professional to join our Research Contracts Office. In this role, you will engage directly with researchers to understand project requirements and ensure contractual terms are appropriate, compliant with university policies, and conducive to the successful delivery of world-class research.

The successful candidate will possess strong communication and negotiation skills, along with demonstrated experience in research, research management, and contract drafting and review. You will work closely with key stakeholders across the university, including the Legal Office, Research Partnerships, Commercialisation and Intellectual Property, and other areas within the Research and Innovation Portfolio.

The Person

To succeed in this role, you will bring demonstrated experience in drafting, reviewing, negotiating, executing, and managing a high volume of research-related agreements. Comprehensive training and support will be provided for the right candidate.

The Division

The Australian National University (ANU) is a research-intensive institution, renowned for its commitment to addressing complex global challenges through both fundamental and applied research. The Research Contracts Office, part of the Research and Innovation Portfolio, plays a critical role in advancing the University’s strategic research objectives. It contributes to ANU’s research performance and reputation by providing expert support in the review, drafting, and negotiation of research and research-related agreements.

For further information or a confidential discussion about the role, please contact, Judi Burtenshaw, Manager E: judi.burtenshaw@anu.edu.au  

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

ANU values diversity and inclusion and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to people of all backgrounds and identities.  For more information about staff equity at ANU, click here. For enquiries about the application process, or if you require reasonable adjustment to apply for this role, please contact the hiring manager on the above listed details.

Application information

In order to apply for this role please make sure that you upload the following documents:

• A statement addressing the selection criteria (Maximum 2 pages).
• A current curriculum vitae (CV) which includes the names and contact details of at least three referees (preferably including a current or previous supervisor). If your CV does not include referees you can complete these online when prompted in the application form.
• Other documents, if required.

Applications which do not address the selection criteria may not be considered for the position.
The committee will consider candidates who do not meet one or more aspects of the selection criteria.

Please note: The successful candidate 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.