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Advisor, Research Security and Due Diligence


Job Location:

Melbourne - Australia

Monthly Salary: $ 97647 - 105698
Posted: 26 August 2026 (18 days ago)
Application Deadline: 23 November 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Overview:

  • Full-timeContinuing position

  • Salary$97647 - $% Superannuation and Flexible Working Arrangements

  • Based at theMelbourne CBDcampusand hybrid ways of working

About You
The Advisor Research Security and Due Diligence supports RMITs Global Resilience Office (GRO) to manage risks associated with international researcheducationand industry engagement. Working under the guidance of the Manager Research Security the role contributes to due diligenceriskassessments compliance and record-keeping processes and the development of guidance and educational resources that support secure and responsible international collaboration. You will research and analyse information from a range of sources prepare written assessments and briefing materialsmaintainaccuraterecords and systems respond to routine enquiries and contribute to the continuous improvement of research security processes and tools.

This is an opportunity to buildexpertisein a growing and strategicallyimportant areawhile working with stakeholders across RMIT to support responsible international engagement and research partnerships. We recognise that relevant experience can be gained through professional academic and community settings and encourage you to apply even if you do not meet every requirement.

To be successful in this positionyoullhave:

  • A degree in international relations security studies law political science or a closely related field - reflecting a foundational understanding of the international and regulatory environment in which academic security risks arise.

  • Demonstrated ability to conduct research and analysis tasks - gathering interpreting and summarising complex information in clear written documents reports or briefing notes for a range of audiences.

  • Genuine interest in research security foreign interferencegeopoliticsor national security with a commitment to developing practicalexpertisein this domain under supervision.

  • Strong organisational and record-keeping skills with the ability to managecompeting prioritiesmaintainaccurateand auditable documentation and meet deadlines reliably.

  • Good written and verbal communication skills including the ability to draft clear guidance documents and communicate compliance requirements in plain language.

  • Ability to exercise discretion and sound judgement when handling sensitive or confidential information and to work collaboratively across organisational boundaries.

Please Note: Appointment to this position is subject to passing a Working with Children and National Police Check.

About thePortfolio

RMITs Research and Innovation Portfolio supports researchers to help shape the world. With a global presence community and industry connections we supportcutting-edgeresearch and careers that make a positive impact on communities.

The Global Resilience Office (GRO) at RMIT is the whole-of-university advisory service coordination and capacity-building hub for global risk intelligenceassessmentand resilience. GRO islocatedwithin the R&I Portfolio but has a university-wide remit working across colleges and portfolios to support responsible and secure international research and education engagement.

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Applications Close:
8 Sept 2026 11.59 pm

RMIT is an equal opportunity employer committed tobeinga child safe organisation. We are dedicated to attracting retaining and developing our people regardless of gender identity ethnicity sexual orientation disability and age. Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community and we strongly encourage applications from the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community.

In line with RMIT Universitys commitment to a safe respectful and inclusive environment from 1 January 2026 the University will also consider gender-based violence (GBV) risk factors as part of our recruitment processes. All applicants will be required to complete a genderbased violence declaration in accordance with the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-based Violence. Preferred candidates will also be required to undertake relevant preemployment background checks including Working With Children Checks. Information provided will be treated confidentially and considered only for its relevance to the role and RMITs safety obligations.

At RMIT we are committed to supporting adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process as well as during employment. We actively support and encourage people with disability to apply to RMIT (including alternate formats of application forms). To discuss adjustment requirements please contact Dani via or visit our Careers page for more contact information - are a Circle Back Initiative Employer we commit to respond to every applicant.


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