Wabag Enga Province, Papua New Guinea

Description

Research Coordinating Officer is responsible for managing the daily operations of multiple research projects in the Department for Sciences Research ensuring that all aspects of project protocol are adhered to. Applies specialized knowledge to initiate, design, develop, coordinate, and manage major research projects across multiple sites. Develops collaborations and partnerships with research user groups. The Research Coordinating Officer is required to support the work of Director by taking responsibility for less complex contractual tasks and assisting colleagues with more complex contractual work.


This job description does not include every duty that an individual in a position performs. It is intended to be representative and characteristic of the duties required and the level of work performed. Depending upon the size of the Department and its functional activities, incumbents who fall into this category may perform all of the duties listed below or, in the case of large Department, may be assigned to designated specialized functions.

Requirements

  • Master's Degree in a relevant field of study.
  • Requires 4 years of relevant experience
  • Working on research contracts within a Higher Education environment.
  • Working effectively and flexibly as a member of a team.
  • Working in a client focused environment and meeting client needs.
  • Communicating complex information to non-specialists.
  • Working independently and proactively.
  • Working with high levels of accuracy and with attention to detail.
  • Writing/developing material for the web.
  • Research law, particularly intellectual property, confidentiality, publications and indemnity.
  • Proven ability to understand and interpret complex documentation. Proven ability to understand, interpret, apply and develop policies and procedures related to research.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills.
 
 
  • The ability to use judgement, initiative and creativity to identify and solve complex problems.

Bonuses

Not available now

Benefits

Grade 15
IUE BASIC SALARY: 71, 360. 00

Responsibilities

  • Assists to plan and coordinate all aspects of multiple research projects across multiple sites.
  • Develops inter-disciplinary, inter-institutional, and inter-sectoral research collaborations.
  • Develops budgets for research projects.
  • Troubleshoots problems at all stages of project development and implementation and assist with modifying protocols or project procedures to address challenges.
  • Participates with a team in the development and authoring of research protocols.
  • Assists to recruit project participants and enlist agencies to refer participants.
  • Review referrals and keep track of intakes from various referral sources.
  • Develops an implementation plan for research projects.
  • Designs promotional strategies and related materials to encourage participation and support for the research project. Perform both quantitative and qualitative analyses of research data.
  • Assist to interview project participants.
 
 
  • Facilitates focus group sessions with project participants.
  • Assist coordination and managing the collection, delivery, entry, verification, analysis, and reporting of data.
  • Oversee the design of databases, data collection forms, error checking methods, and related programs for collection, analysis, and reporting.
  • Applies specialized knowledge and scientific principles to review, critically appraise and interpret published literature. Write sections of scientific papers, funding proposals, and abstracts.
  • Develops estimates of time and resources for research projects.
  • Uses statistical software to analyse data and interpret results.
  • Writes data management and operations documentation for projects.
  • Liaises between the project centre and remote project sites and personnel.
  • Ensures that the relevant research methodology is applied and all research material is handled in accordance with established protocols, policies, and procedures.
  • Develops presentations and present information and training sessions to project personnel and project participants.
  • Keeps project participants informed of project progress through regular reports and newsletters.
  • Implements and maintain research project budgets. Create financial projections and make adjustments to research project budgets throughout the fiscal year.
  • Exercises appropriate controls, monitor, and reconcile accounts.
  • Conducts literature searches.
  • Manages the schedule for the Department conference and meeting rooms, ensuring that executive meeting needs are always met.
  • Ensures that the Department-wide internal e-correspondence is distributed as paper memos and also posted on the University Intranet.
  • Coordinates and plan Department social events that take place during and after business hours.