Research Development Advisor

2 weeks ago

Manawatu District ManawatuWanganui, New Zealand New Zealand Government Full time

Office of the ProvostPalmerston North
Research at Massey University is flourishing, as demonstrated by the strength and variety of the research and collaborations in which the institution is engaged. Research Development Advisors play a key role in driving the development and growth of research at Massey University while supporting the development of a thriving research culture.
Working with researchers, they will build effective relationships with funding organisations, community and industry partners, seek and procure external research and consultancy funding and support research project leaders to deliver their research projects. Knowledge of Pasifika perspectives, and demonstrated ability to reflect Pasifika community needs, aspirations and contributions as they relate to research, would be particularly advantageous as up to 0.2 FTE could be focused on supporting our Pacific researchers.
Key characteristics we are looking for are being well organised, possess high levels of initiative and to be solution-focused, effective writing and facilitation skills, and taking a team approach. People-orientation, influencing, planning and excellent communication skills will serve you well in this role.
Located on our beautiful Manawatū Campus, Palmerston North, we would part-time or a full-time appointment. The position sits within a broader established and talented team supporting research development and capability building in the Research and Enterprise Office and across the university.
If you enjoy empowering others to confidently communicate the value and impact of their research endeavours, we want to hear from you. We offer challenge and opportunity in good measure in this future-focused role, supporting and adding value to the work of our researchers from early career through to world-class leaders.

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