Research Administration Coordinator, CRC TiME

• Position based in Perth CBD.
• Provide operational support for the research portfolio and monitor progress of complex multipartner projects.
• Full-time appointment on a fixed term basis for 2 years.
• Base salary range: $95231 $% superannuation.

About the area

The Cooperative Research Centre for Transformations in Mining Economies (CRC TiME) is a 10-year industry-led research program which commenced in 2020. CRC TiME is an independent not for profit organisation established to coordinate and fund a portfolio of research projects drawing on funding committed by government industry and research partner organisations. We are a unique collaboration of over 80 partners from leading mining and mining service companies community and regional organisations State and Commonwealth governments and the research sector.

Our team is dynamic passionate and committed. We believe in our mission of sustainably transforming regions into post-mining prosperity and in doing so delivering value across both national and global economies. Were responsible for bringing fresh ideas together in a transdisciplinary environment across multiple jurisdictions with very diverse stakeholders. This is an exciting time to be in an industry creating solutions with real impacts for people business and our environment.

CRC TiME is co-hosted by the University of Western Australia (UWA) the University of Queensland (UQ)and research partners with offices in Perth and Brisbane.

CRC TiME conducts research across six Program areas:

• Regional economic development
• Risk evaluation and planning
• Operational solutions
• Data integration forecasting and scale
• Education and training; and
• Cross-cutting (holistic projects spanning across all other areas of focus).

About the opportunity

• Facilitate a diverse portfolio of end user focused research and translation projects which are delivered by research partner institutions in collaboration with industry and government partners.
• Undertake operational tasks to support the research portfolio and monitor progress of funded research projects.
• Collaborate across the CRC TiME team working closely with this positions UQ counterpart and the Research Operations Manager under the direction of the Chief Financial Officer; and in collaboration with the Research Director and Program Leaders.

About you

• A degree with subsequent relevant experience; or equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.
• Experience in research administration at a university or major research institution with an understanding of research funding agreements and research projects.
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with diverse stakeholders with good communication and interpersonal skills.
• An understanding and/or experience of Government funding schemes particularly those with industry linkages and cross-institutional collaborations is desirable.
• Experience using a Salesforce database is desirable.

Note: Employment checks will include information on gender-based violence sexual harassment and related misconduct to meet legal obligations.

Position description: PD - Research Administration Coordinator CRC TiME (522913).pdf

To learn more about this opportunity please contact Derek Hall at

How to apply

Please apply online via the Apply Now button. The content of your Resume and Cover Letter should demonstrate how you meet the selection criteria.

Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Monday 6 April 2026.

This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.

Please note: Unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted outside of formal channels.

About the University

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record vibrant campus and working environments there is no better time to join Western Australias top university.

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