Casual Admin Assistant - Ben Beale Laboratory

Job no:513152
Work type:casual
Location:Crawley
Categories:Administration & Executive support, Research support, Technical/Laboratory support

School of Human Sciences

• Be part of a research centre and team that is making a difference in the research of treatments for cardiovascular disease and atherosclerosis
• Casual appointment with up to 8 hours per week
• Attractive hourly rate of approx. $43 p/hour plus 10.5% superannuation

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.

This position is based in the School of Human Sciences at UWA and working in the Ben Beale Laboratory, which was launched earlier this year by the Victor Chang Cardiac Research Institute. The laboratory is dedicated to investigate new treatments for cardiovascular disease and atherosclerosis.

About the opportunity

You will be providing expertise in a wide variety of administrative duties to support the Professor, and the operations of the research program. In addition, you will support the administration of a Board that undertakes advocacy to the government and the public. You will work collaboratively with the group to ensure high quality service provision, responding to changing demand.  

To be considered for this position, you will demonstrate: 

• Administration of committees that involves an understanding of governance
• Considerable relevant secretarial and administrative experience
• Well-developed interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
• Well-developed organisational skills and demonstrated ability to set priorities and to meet deadlines
• Proficiency in a range of computing skills including MS Word, Excel, databases, internet, email including updating web site information
• Ability to work independently, show initiative and work productively as part of a team
• Knowledge of the Medical and/or University sectors is desirable

About you

You will be an excellent verbal and written communicator with ability to multi-task and work in flexible hours. 

About your application

Full details of the position's responsibilities and the selection criteria are outlined in the position description:   PD - Administrative Asssistant.pdf

The content of your Resume and Cover Letter should demonstrate how you meet the selection criteria.

Closing date: 9:00am AWST on Friday, 18 November 2022

To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Professor Livia Hool on [email protected]  

This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.

Application Details: Please apply online via the Apply Now button. 

Advertised:11 Nov 2022 W. Australia Standard Time
Applications close:18 Nov 2022 9:00 AM W. Australia Standard Time