• University‑wide impact & strategic visibility.
• Varied, influential work at the intersection of research, governance and industry.
• Full-time appointment on a fixed term basis for 18 months.
• Base salary commencing at: $116, 262 p.a. plus 17% superannuation.

About the area

The Office of the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research) (DVC Research) has responsibility for research policy development and general oversight of the University’s research activities, which encompass postgraduate education, research and quality and impact, research infrastructure, industry liaison and intellectual property and commercialisation. The DVC (Research) has responsibility for a number of institutes, research infrastructure centres and services.

The Pro Vice-Chancellor (Research) and Director – Core Research Infrastructure provide strategic leadership and oversight of the management of the University’s central research infrastructure, in addition to supporting the development and implementation of UWA’s research strategy in alignment with the institutional values.

The Core Research Infrastructure portfolio is focused on the curation of cross-cutting world-class research infrastructure through their expert workforce, for the benefit of researchers and industry.

About the opportunity 

• Lead the scoping, mapping and analysis of UWA’s research infrastructure external service provision agreements, including identifying gaps, risks, interdependencies and opportunities to improve consistency, efficiency and sustainability.
• Project manage initiatives to strengthen the governance, management and lifecycle oversight of research-enabling service agreements, including the development and implementation of practical solutions, tools and frameworks.
• Coordinate and manage contributions from a wide range of internal stakeholders across the Office of Research, Office of Industry and Commercial Development, the Governance Directorate, and Finance, ensuring alignment with University policy, strategy and operational requirements.

About you

• Relevant tertiary qualification or demonstrated equivalent competency.
• Extensive experience in project management including experience in stakeholder engagement, process design and the delivery of solutions in complex organisational environments.
• Demonstrated experience with commercial and research-adjacent agreements,  including research infrastructure service agreements, industry service arrangements, or other external‑facing commercial engagements. This includes experience reviewing, coordinating, and administering agreements through established governance and approval processes.
• Substantial relevant experience in process improvement, including the implementation of new process models and frameworks across established teams.
• Excellent organisational and problem-solving skills with the demonstrated ability to set priorities and to meet deadlines.

Note: Employment checks will include information on gender-based violence, sexual harassment, and related misconduct to meet legal obligations.

Position description:  PD - Project Manager (Core Research Infrastructure) 523281.pdf

To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Greg Cozens at director-cri@uwa.edu.au 

How to apply

Please apply online via the Apply Now button. The content of your Resume and Cover Letter should demonstrate how you meet the selection criteria.

Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Thursday, 14 May 2026

This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia 

About the University

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, supported by the freedom to innovate and inspire, there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top university.

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Our commitment to inclusion and diversity

UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We are committed to fostering a safe environment for all, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community, and people living with disability.

If you require any reasonable adjustments, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application. Alternatively, you can contact us for assistance during the recruitment process.

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