Nga korero mo te turanga - About the role Reporting to the Director, this is an exciting opportunity to join a large team and contribute to New Zealand's future by connecting the researchers in the University to sector partners and research investors, through research projects, contracts and consultancies, with a particular focus on Pillar II of Horizon Europe. You will provide professional and expert advice and support to researchers and to Research Institutes and Centres, to help achieve the University's strategic targets, particularly with regard to external research income. You will be responsible for providing support such as identifying and facilitating new funding opportunities, project management and relationship support for ongoing projects, relationships with external stakeholders and key funders, preparation of research applications and helping to develop research strategy, policy and capability in the University. For more information about the Research and Enterprise Office please click here Salary will be in the range of $105,558 to $116,072 per year based on skills, knowledge and experience brought to the position. This is a full-time role (37.5 hours a week), based on our Hillcrest or Tauranga Campus. For more information on the role please see the position description here. For a confidential conversation about the role please contact Dr Simon Lovatt, Director of Research and Enterprise, by email at ****** Ko wai koe? - Who are you? If you enjoy combining business and intellectual challenges, have extensive experience engaging with research and researchers in a university, research institute or commercial environment, and can develop and implement plans and projects, this is the perfect position for you. Along with a relevant qualification, you will also have the following: * Demonstrated understanding of the research environment in Europe and New Zealand * At least five years' experience developing business growth strategies and operational plans * Demonstrated organisational and administrative abilities to manage a wide range of management tasks simultaneously. * An ability to build positive collegial relationships with researchers and external stakeholders * Knowledge of and a willingness to continuously learn about different academic disciplines Ko wai matou? - Who are we? The Research and Enterprise Office at Te Whare Wananga o Waikato - the University of Waikato supports research activities and the process of creating value from research discoveries and innovation. We work with both University of Waikato researchers and external partners, including international research, government and industry and community organisations, to extend research capability and broaden partnership opportunities that foster collaborative research, the implementation of research findings, and knowledge and technology transfer. He aha nga take me tono mai ai koe? - Why should you apply for this position? We want you to be part of our success! Our University stands proudly on the world stage as a provider of future-focused, international education and an active player in global research. Our rankings reflect these strengths. Working with us means you'll enjoy a satisfying work environment with many benefits. The University of Waikato is distinctive for the diversity of its staff and students, and encourages applicants with the relevant capabilities from all backgrounds to apply. Ko te Tangata - For the People The University of Waikato prides itself on the quality of its engagement with the communities that it serves, the provision of a world-class education and the national and international impact of its research. Our policies are guided by the principles of the Treaty of Waitangi and equal opportunity for all. E herea ana te Whare Wananga ki te kaupapa kia whakaratohia te mea angitu orite ki nga tangata katoa. Applications close on June 9, 2024 Requisition number: 1001628 Apply here
