• Drive research translation to produce impact, lead partnerships, and promote ICRAR’s strategic goals.
• We support flexible work to help balance professional, family, and personal wellbeing needs.
• Full-time appointment on a fixed term basis for five years.
• Base salary: $147,700 p.a. (pro-rata) plus 17% superannuation.

About the area

ICRAR is a WA State funded high profile equal joint venture established in 2009 between Curtin University and The University of Western Australia (UWA). The Centre’s headquarters are located at UWA, with research nodes at both UWA and Curtin. ICRAR is one of the largest astronomy institutions and one of the lead Australian organisations participating in the international Square Kilometre Array (SKA) Project. ICRAR has been further funded from 2025 to 2030 with $65 Million by the Western Australian State Government and contributions from the Joint Venture Universities.

About the opportunity

• Lead strategic translation and implementation of research and technology, fostering partnerships with government, industry, and community to maximise impact.
• Work with the Executive Director and leadership teams across UWA and Curtin to support ICRAR’s strategic goals, manage resources, budgets, and ensure compliance.
• Promote ICRAR through high-level stakeholder engagement, communications, outreach, and development of strategic agreements.

About you

• Relevant tertiary qualifications in science or related discipline.
• Substantial experience in senior management roles in the higher education sector.
• Demonstrated ability in development and implementation of strategic plans, budgets, joint ventures and other legal agreements.
• Demonstrated ability to work with multiple organisations including Government Departments, industry and research organisations.
• Demonstrated ability to enable research translation.
• Proven ability to manage significant resources including finance, human resources and communication.

Position description:  PD [Senior Manager, Translation and Implementation] [519725].pdf

To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Professor Simon Ellingsen at simon.ellingsen@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 Sunday, 22 June 2025.

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, 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.

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