Research Director

Position Number
0080, 0081
Classification
Executive Level 2, Specialist 2
Employment Type
Ongoing
Eligibility
Our successful candidate must be an Australian citizen

ACIAR is seeking 2 dynamic and experienced Research Directors to join their team in Canberra, ACT. These roles will report to the General Manager Research and will be responsible for leading teams of Research Program Managers and administrative staff. The Research Directors will oversee the design, delivery and monitoring of ACIAR research investments, ensuring alignment with the ACIAR Strategic Plan and Australia's International Development Policy. They will also engage with the Australian and regional agricultural innovation ecosystem, maintain effective working relationships across ACIAR, and lead by example in implementing policies and procedures.

Please refer to the position description for full details of the position or contact James Quilty should you have specific queries in relation to this role.


Salary:  $183,548 – $206,120 plus 15.4% superannuation

Contact: [email protected] or HR 02 6217 0500.

Location: Canberra, ACT

Applications: Applications will need to be submitted via ACIAR’s online form by the closing date. Referring to the selection criteria, tell us in 2 pages why you are the right person, what you can offer, and how your skills, knowledge, experience and qualification are relevant to the role. 

Try not to duplicate information that can already be found in your resume, but do highlight any specific examples or achievements that will demonstrate your ability to perform the role. Please attach a concise resume to your application which clearly outlines your work experience, educational qualifications and relevant skills. In the application form you will need to provide the details of two referees who can attest and validate your credentials and suitability for the role.