The Role of Graduate Research Coordinator
Graduate Research Coordinators offer essential academic and administrative support to departmental staff and research higher degree candidates. They often serve as the crucial linking point for the numerous facets of graduate research. Although the specific responsibilities of graduate research coordinators are determined by the individual requirements of University departments, general duties include
- liaising between supervisors, candidates, the Melbourne School of Graduate Research and the Melbourne Scholarships Office;
- facilitating the processing of progress reports and completion reports and
- advising candidates on course structure and research opportunities
Resources for Graduate Research Coordinators
Currently being updated, the Handbook for Heads of Department and Gradaute Research Coordinators can be downloaded here. It provides comprehensive information about everything from recruitment and selection to effective candidature management and supporting the intellectual environment.
MSGR's monthly Graduate Research Coordinator Fora provide the opportunity to meet colleagues as well as find out more about best practice and policy developments.
MSGR's Heads of Departments Email Bulletin (HODFlash) is a monthly email with information about upcoming supervisor support programs, opportunities and events relevant to Heads of Department and Graduate Research Coordinators.
MSGR can also arrange presentations to your students at your Department or Faculty induction. Please click here to find out more.