Employment Type: Part-time; 0.6 FTE (21 hours per week)

Duration: 12-month fixed term contract with a possibility of extension

Remuneration: $88K - $100K pro rata (based on experience) + 17% Super and Leave loading

Location: Kensington, NSW

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates must hold unrestricted work rights to be considered for this position.

About The Kirby Institute:

The Kirby Institute is a world-leading health research institute at UNSW Sydney. We work to eliminate infectious diseases, globally. Our specialisation is in developing health solutions for the most at-risk communities. Putting communities at the heart of our research, we develop tests, treatments, cures and prevention strategies that have the greatest chance of success.

Why Your Role Matters:

The Administrator will provide high-quality administrative support to the Infection Analytics Program at the Kirby Institute, ensuring the efficient delivery of services to meet operational needs. Reporting to senior academics and the Program Coordinator, this role is responsible for managing a range of administrative functions, including document preparation, meeting coordination, financial processing, database and website maintenance, and stakeholder communications. The Administrator will also support research activities, such as manuscript and grant submissions, and collaborate with internal teams and external partners on program-related projects.

Skills & Experience

• At least 2 years’ relevant experience combined with either a relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent competence gained through any combination of education, training, and experience.
• Advanced time management, organisational and problem-solving skills, including the ability to meet deadlines.
• Well-developed interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated experience providing effective support to colleagues or clients at all levels.
• Highly proficient computer literacy with excellent skills in Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to make sound judgements and work both independently and as part of a team.
• Demonstrated experience supporting and contributing to projects and initiatives.

Benefits and Culture:

UNSW offer a competitive salary and access to a plethora of UNSW-perks including:

• 17% Superannuation and leave loading
• Flexible working
• An additional 3 days of leave over the Christmas Period
• Access to lifelong learning and career development
• Progressive HR practices

More information on the great staff benefits and culture can be found here

How to Apply:

To be considered for this role, your application must include a document addressing the Selection Criteria which are outlined in the “Skills and Experience” section of the position description). Applications that do not address these selection criteria will not be considered

Please click Apply now to submit your application online. Applications submitted via email will not be accepted.

Submit your application online before Tuesday 19th August at 11:30pm.

Get in Touch (for job related queries only – applications will not be accepted if sent to the contact listed):

Aarti: Talent Acquisition Associate

E: [email protected]

UNSW is committed to evolving a culture that embraces equity and supports a diverse and inclusive community where everyone can participate fairly, in a safe and respectful environment. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and encourage applications from people of diverse gender, sexual orientation, cultural and linguistic backgrounds, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background, people with disability and those with caring and family responsibilities. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff.

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