About the University
The University of Divinity was
established in 1910 by the Melbourne
College of Divinity Act of the Parliament of Victoria. In 2012 it achieved
university status as Australia's first University of Specialisation. The
University engages in high quality scholarship and offers a wide range of
awards in theology, ministry and philosophy. It has a collegiate structure
unique in Australia; every student and staff member joins the University
through one of its Colleges. There are eleven Colleges located in Melbourne,
Adelaide and Sydney, each one a unique learning community. These Colleges are
resourced by thirty partners from eight Christian churches, giving the
University an extraordinarily ecumenical constitution. The University's Vision
is that
Together we empower our learning community to address
the issues of the contemporary world through critical engagement with Christian
theological traditions.
About the Office of the Vice-Chancellor
The Office of the Vice-Chancellor
provides support to the University's Council, Academic Board, and
Vice-Chancellor, and assists in coordination of work across the Colleges. There
are 14 permanent staff led by 6 Directors, who report directly to the
Vice-Chancellor. The main office is located at 21 Highbury Grove, Kew, and is
easily accessible by public transport. A second office is located in the
Uniting Church Centre for Theology and Ministry at 29 College Crescent,
Parkville, to accommodate research office staff in proximity to the
University's main research library, the Dalton McCaughey Library.
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About the Research portfolio
Research is critical to the University
of Divinity's vision and mission. The University has the largest cohort of
higher degree by research students in theology in Australia (over 100) with an
outstanding completion rate, and has an impressive track record in equipping
theological leaders in Australia and the Asia-Pacific region. The University's
research culture, developed over many decades by internationally recognised
scholars, has been assessed as 'at world standard' by the ERA. An emerging
strategic focus is building research partnerships with external agencies,
especially in the education, health and aged care sectors.
POSITION DESCRIPTION: DIRECTOR OF RESEARCH
The Director
of Research at the University of Divinity (the University) is responsible for
the development of research culture at the University, oversight of higher
degree by research awards and students, and building research partnerships. The
Director of Research is a senior academic appointment in the University and
exercises leadership in all matters involving research.
1. Key
responsibilities
1.1 Ensure
the University meets its strategic goals in research as articulated in the
Vision and Strategic Plan
1.2 Develop
a vibrant research culture throughout the University
1.3 Oversee
the University's higher degrees by research, including review of existing
programs and development of proposed courses, training for supervisors,
training in research methodology, and admission, progress, and examination of
students
1.4 Support
the Human Research Ethics Committee in applying the National Statement to all relevant University research
1.5 Develop
and implement the annual research budget including the award of research grants
and scholarships
1.6 Facilitate
applications for external competitive grants from the University
1.7 Facilitate
the establishment of research partnerships with external agencies, especially
in the education, health, and aged care sectors.
1.8 Develop
strategic and benchmarking relationships with the wider higher education
research sector
1.9 Ensure the University meets its reporting obligations to all government, regulatory, and
other external bodies in relation to research.
2. Key
working relationships
The Director of Research:
2.1 Reports
to the Vice-Chancellor
2.2 Works
with Research Coordinators in the Colleges and Librarians to foster a research
culture, build partnerships, and ensure effective management of and provision
for HDR students
2.3 Works
with the Director of Finance in development and monitoring of the annual
research budget
2.4 Works
with the Director of Quality and Standards to ensure timely and accurate
reporting of research data
2.5 Maintains
channels of communication with relevant government agencies and with peers in
the Australian higher education sector
2.6 Is
a member of Academic Board, its Research Committee, and its Libraries and
Academic Resources Committee
2.7 Is
a member of the Human Research Ethics Committee and works with its Chair
2.8 Supervises
the Research Services Officer
3. Selection criteria
3.1 PhD
in theology, or an equivalent qualification
3.2 Strong
track record in research outputs including peer-reviewed publication
3.3 Capacity
for academic leadership in a University setting
3.4 Capacity
to contribute to strategic development and planning
3.5 Proven
capacity to plan and manage projects and project teams and to deliver outcomes
in a timely manner
3.6 Excellent
organisational and time management skills, including the ability to set
priorities, work independently and perform well under pressure
3.7 Well-developed
problem-solving, negotiation, interpersonal and communication skills
4. Key Performance Indicators
Ongoing and annual KPIs will be
negotiated with the successful candidate.
5. Terms and conditions
The Director of
Research is a 1.0 full-time equivalent position based in Parkville, Victoria.
The appointment is ongoing, subject to satisfactory completion of a
probationary period, and to satisfactory performance. The position is
remunerated on the University's salary scale at Academic Level E ($101,084 per
annum as at 1 September 2014) plus 14%
superannuation, two weeks' research leave annually in addition to normal leave,
and a non-accruable annual research allowance of $5,000.
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