Research Office Administrator

Classification: ANU Officer 4 (Administration)
Salary package: $71,854 - $77,739 per annum plus 17% superannuation
Term: Full-time, Fixed Term appointment up to 12 months

The Position
The Research Office Administrator is part of the College of Science Research Office, holding a key administrative role that involves delivering quality administrative services to the Research Management team. The Research Office Administrator is also responsible for providing day-to-day administration and basic advice on general research management inquiries, ensuring compliance with the University’s policies and procedures, maintaining data accuracy, and promptly escalating more complex matters to the relevant team members.

The College of Science Research Office offers a stimulating environment within one of the best universities in the world. Creativity and collaboration are strongly encouraged. On-the-job training and professional development opportunities are provided to support you in reaching your full potential in this exciting role.

The Person
The ideal candidate should possess a background in administration, showcasing initiative, strong organizational skills, meticulous attention to detail, and the capacity to manage competing deadlines. Additionally, effective communication skills, problem-solving abilities, and a collaborative team-oriented approach are essential attributes for this role.

Working at ANU
This is an opportunity to work with a world class University that undertakes cutting edge research and has a strong tradition in research-led teaching excellence.

We offer:

• Flexible working arrangements including hybrid arrangements working both on our beautiful, green campus and working remotely,
• Generous paid parental leave entitlements of up to 32 weeks. We are one of the leading employers in Australia for parental leave entitlements,
• Designated parent rooms, quiet spaces and childcare facilities on campus,
• Career support, training, mentoring & upskilling opportunities.

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A Diverse and Inclusive Team
ANU is introducing measures to support the recruitment, inclusion and retention of employees with disability. To find out more, please click here .

ANU is a large, diverse employer with staff working across numerous professions (see the full list of available roles here . We are a recipient of the bronze award through the Science in Australia Gender Equity (SAGE) program and a platinum member of the Australian Network on Disability. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and identities and from individuals who may have had a non-linear career path, career gaps or career breaks.

For more information about the position please contact Mr Nishank Shah on T: +61 2 6125 7680 E: [email protected]

To Apply

To be considered for this position, please upload the following documents:

• A statement addressing the selection criteria.
• A current curriculum vitae (CV) which includes the names and contact details of at least three referees (preferably including a current or previous supervisor). If your CV does not include referees, you can complete these online when prompted in the application form.
• Other documents, if required.

Applications which do not address the selection criteria may not be considered for the position.

If you require adjustments to participate in any of the above assessments, please contact our HR team at E: [email protected] or T: +61 2 6125 4219. Any adjustment request or the disclosure of disability will not be communicated to the selection committee without the candidates consent and it will not having any bearing on hiring decisions.

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The successful applicant must have rights to live and work in this country and will be required to undergo a background check during the recruitment process. An offer of employment is conditional on satisfactory results.