Research Coordinator

• Support research that makes a difference
• Full time, fixed term position (until June 2027) at our Hawthorn campus
• HEW 6 salary + 17% superannuation, with flexible working options (subject to suitability)

About the Role
Join Swinburne University of Technology as a Research Coordinator and play an important role in supporting research activity and helping research teams achieve meaningful outcomes.

Working closely with the Manager, Research Services, Associate Dean Research and research-active staff, you’ll provide high-quality research administration across the School, with opportunities to contribute to university-wide initiatives.

You’ll help keep research activities running smoothly by:

• Coordinating and maintaining research output data and supporting research reporting.
• Providing research and contract administration in line with funding body and external requirements.
• Supporting compliance with research processes, policies and procedures.
• Assisting with financial administration and monitoring.
• Working collaboratively with researchers and internal and external stakeholders.
• Responding to time-critical requests, managing competing priorities and ensuring deadlines are met.

This is an opportunity to be part of a collaborative research environment where your work directly contributes to the University's research ambitions. If you enjoy making complex processes work smoothly, supporting researchers and delivering high-quality outcomes, we’d love to hear from you.

About You
You’re an organised and solutions-focused professional who enjoys working with a diverse range of people and managing a variety of priorities. You’ll bring:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work confidently with stakeholders at all levels.
• Strong MS Office skills, particularly Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Teams, along with experience using databases and data management systems.
• Experience in financial administration.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and organisational skills.
• The ability to interpret and communicate policies, procedures and requirements within a complex environment.
• Experience in research or contract administration, compliance and related processes.

Qualifications
Completion of a bachelor’s degree with extensive relevant executive administration experience; or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.

About Swinburne University of Technology 
Swinburne’s strategy draws upon our understanding of future challenges. We choose to build Swinburne as the prototype of a new and different university – one that is truly of Technology, of Innovation and of Entrepreneurship. We are committed to a differentiated university proposition in education and research.

Our Ad Astra strategy is the cornerstone of Swinburne’s bold ambition to lead globally in technology-driven education and research. This strategy positions us to create transformative solutions, empower learners, and partner with industry to thrive in an ever-changing world.   

What We Offer You!

• Work your way with flexible working arrangements, including hybrid options and generous parental leave to support a balanced lifestyle. 
• Exclusive staff discounts, including discounted Medibank health insurance, 50% off Swinburne courses and other partner offers.
• Swinburne offers 17% super and salary packaging options, including car leasing and extra super contributions.

 
Want to learn more? Head over to our benefits page!

To Apply 
Please submit your CV and cover letter addressing the Key Selection Criteria and your suitability for this position.  

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Please Note: Appointment to this position is subject to passing a Working with Children Check.

If you are experiencing technical difficulties with your application, please contact the Talent Acquisition team at ***************@swin.edu.au 

Applications Close: Sunday 30 August 2026, at 11.00pm

Swinburne offers flexible working options contained in our leave and parenting/carer policies to support work-life balance.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
Swinburne has become a world-class university, driving social and economic impacts through science, technology, and innovation. As a dual-sector university, our vision is for people and technology working together to build a better world.

Central to our vision is our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We pride ourselves on being an equal opportunity employer focused on attracting, retaining, and developing great talent. We work to remove barriers related to gender identity, culture, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, and age.

Swinburne is proud to be recognised as an AWEI Gold Employer, reflecting our commitment to creating an inclusive workplace where LGBTQIA+ employees, students and communities can thrive.

We strongly encourage applicants from diverse Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. Our Moondani Toombadool Centre leads our Indigenous education and culture at Swinburne, guided by community wisdom and leadership.

We support applicants with disabilities, and reasonable adjustments can be requested at any stage of the recruitment process.

For reasonable adjustment requests - including accessible formats of the position description, application form, or other documents, please contact ***************@swin.edu.au or call +61 3 9214 3550.  Please note: this phone number is for disability and reasonable adjustment enquiries only.  General enquiries about the role can also be emailed to ***************@swin.edu.au.

Victoria’s Commitment to Action: Improving international student employment outcomes.
As a signatory to Victoria’s Commitment to Action, Swinburne seeks to remove barriers to international graduate employment. We welcome and encourage applications from international graduates.  

As a Circle Back Initiative Employer, we commit to responding to every applicant.
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