University of Technology Sydney (UTS) is located in the heart of Sydney's creative and digital precinct. UTS has a bold vision to be a world-leading university of technology. We are known for our industry focus, practice-based teaching and learning, real world research and our location. With state-of-the-art campuses and facilities, we're preparing students to become global thinkers, leaders and innovators.
**About the Role** The HDR Programs Officer will sit within the Faculty of Engineering and IT (FEIT)'s Faculty Research and Development team, which is responsible for the implementation of the Faculty's research strategy. This includes improving and maintaining research performance, leading and contributing to research culture and providing consistent, effective support and guidance to academic staff and research students. The HDR Programs Officer is an integral part of the Faculty's Research team that supports effective and efficient management of FEIT Higher Degree Research programs and development of HDR supervisors. This position will play a key role in coordinating the Faculty's HDR enquiry, admissions, scholarships and training programs, as well as coordinating HDR activities between the Graduate Research School and Faculty Schools. **In this role, you will**:
- Support academics in the establishment and promotion of new Faculty HDR scholarships
- Evaluate, review and make system and process enhancements to improve the efficiency and quality of the
- Faculty's HDR management
- Coordinate the implementation of the Faculty's HDR-related communication strategy, including web content and induction material
- Work with the Outreach Team in the coordination and planning of the Faculty's HDR-related events and events that support broader researcher development **With examples, please outline in a separate document how you meet the following five (5) key selection**criteria points**:
- Sound knowledge of Higher Degree Research student life-cycle functions as well as the associated
- scholarship and funding arrangements
- The ability to exercise initiative and independent judgment, negotiate outcomes and solve problems
- Demonstrated ability to plan work flow and work under pressure to meet competing deadlines
- Demonstrated excellence in client service delivery and strong commitment to continuous improvement
- The completion of a degree with subsequent relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience
**Remuneration**
**Base Salary Range: $91,254 to $98,805 pa (HEW 6)** This role attracts 17% superannuation (pension) **in addition **to the base salary. UTS staff also benefit from a wide range of Employee Benefits include flexible work practices, child care centres, generous parental leave and salary packaging opportunities. This position is **full-time** and the appointment will be made on a **continuing basis.**
**How To Apply**
In order to obtain;
- A copy of the Position Description; and