- Be involved in a variety of administrative support activities in a research centre context.
- Support centre staff and research students in outreach and education activities.
- Full-time appointment on a fixed term basis for 3 years.
- Base salary range (Level 6): $87,460– $92,430 p.a. plus 17% superannuation.
About the area
The ARC Centre of Excellence in Plant Energy Biology is a Research Centre at UWA that operates from the School of Molecular Sciences in the Bayliss Building on the Crawley Campus. Its broad mandate is to conduct internationally leading research on molecular biology of plants and work with selected international academic and industry partners to evaluate its findings for new insights, applications and future research opportunities. It conducts research funded by the ARC and other funding agencies and industry partners. It has a responsibility to train early career researchers and research students and mentor them, and to communicate its findings outside academia to the community and key end-user groups through educational and promotional events.
About the opportunity
As the appointee you will, under general direction, provide a high level of financial and administrative support to the Centre and its professional staff. You will take a responsible role in the maintenance and improvement of the Centre’s office systems, policies and procedures to ensure efficient operation.
About you
- Relevant tertiary qualifications or demonstrated equivalent
- Substantial senior administrative experience at an appropriate level
- Highly developed organisational skills and demonstrated ability to meet deadlines
- Relevant experience in local event management
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Note: Occasional after-hours work may be required
Full details of the position's responsibilities and the selection criteria are outlined in the position description: 
Position Description - Administrative Officer - 517569.pdf
To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Harvey Millar on 08 6488 7245 or at harvey.millar@uwa.edu.au
How to apply
Please apply online via the Apply Now button and address the selection criteria in your submission in a separate document. For information to assist you with compiling statements to answer the selection criteria, please visit Addressing the selection criteria the content of your Resume and Cover Letter should demonstrate how you meet the selection criteria.
You may submit a statement describing any personal circumstances relevant to your application. This can include academic/professional interruptions or achievements relative to opportunity.
Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Thursday 11th July 2024
This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia
Benefits
- Work from home, part-time, and job-sharing options considered.
- 4 weeks annual leave with the option to purchase more. 12.5 days paid personal/carer’s leave with eligible staff receiving 13 weeks long service leave after seven years.
- 26 weeks paid parental leave after one year and 36 weeks after five years continuous service, regardless of gender.
- Salary packaging options and 17% superannuation, with the option to reduce to the minimum super guarantee.
- 25% off UWA full fee courses, discounted health insurance, and convenient on-campus childcare options.
- Incremental progression based on 12 months continuous service.
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, supported by the freedom to innovate and inspire, there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top university.
Our commitment to inclusion and diversity
UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We celebrate difference and believe diversity is fundamental to achieving our goals as a globally recognised Top 100 educational and research institution. We are committed to creating a safe work environment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community and people living with disability.
- We have an ongoing partnership with Pride in Diversity and were recently awarded a Bronze Employer status for LGBTIQA+ inclusion.
- We have Athena SWAN Bronze accreditation and actively work to improve gender equity.
Should you have any queries relating to your application, please contact the individual named in the advertisement. Alternatively, contact the Talent team at talent-hr@uwa.edu.au with details of your query. To enable a quick response, please include the 6-digit job reference number and a member of the team will respond to your enquiry.
