Research
The University’s strategy is founded on the metaphor of a triple helix; three interwoven strands that shape and reinforce one another. The first strand – research – is essential to the University’s goal of becoming one of the finest universities in the world.As current research is being driven increasingly by questions of social importance that require cross-disciplinary approaches, the University will require a strong focus on cross-disciplinary research to further Melbourne’s international competitiveness.
To this end, the University will continue to build its Melbourne Research Institutes program, each institute addressing a societal challenge of strategic importance. The institutes will foster connections within and external to the University, providing leadership and coordination in the pursuit of solutions to pressing issues. This is possible through the University’s strength and depth in many areas of research – reflected annually in national research indicators – and through staff ability to work effectively with colleagues from other disciplines.
The University will reward excellence in research and manage improvements where required. It will facilitate a transparent and systematic review process on a three year cycle to evaluate strength in cross-disciplinary activities.
The research portfolio is under the responsibility of the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research) with the support of the Pro Vice-Chancellor (Research), Pro Vice-Chancellor (Research Partnerships), Pro Vice-Chancellor (Research Collaborations) and Pro Vice-Chancellor (Graduate Research). More information about implementation of the research strand of the University’s strategy is available on the Research webpage and the Research Institutes webpage. The Melbourne Research Office works closely with the faculties, other parts of the University’s administration and with Melbourne Ventures to ensure effective and efficient research management and administration.