Support Officer, Body Donation Program

Body Donation Program - The University of Western Australia

• Play a pivotal role in UWA’s Body Donation Program
• Two Level 5, part-time appointments with both ongoing and fixed term options available
• Base salary range: $73,982 – $81,999 p.a. (pro rata) plus 17% superannuation

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked amongst the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research-intensive universities. With an enviable 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.

About the team

As part College Services, you will join the Technical Services team. The team provides discipline specific, applied knowledge and skill sets to support UWA’s teaching and research goals in unison with our academic staff.

This position sits with the team that underpins training and learning across the broad Field of Education of “Life Sciences” and may include disciplines such as gross anatomy, physiology, sports science, optometry and podiatry including the curation of associated resources.

About the Body Donation Program

UWA accepts whole body donations from members of the Western Australia community for the purposes of teaching, medical and scientific research. For more information in relation to the program visit the website Body Donation Program .

About the opportunity

Reporting to the Scientific Officer based at UWA’s Crawley main campus, you will provide high level administrative support to the Body Donation Program. You will liaise with potential donors, administers confidential paperwork and sensitively liaise with the bereaved families, next of kins and Health Professionals from the Department of Health, Funeral Directors, the Attorney General’s Department and the Metropolitan Cemeteries Board. You will also assist with collating information for compliance needs and organising triannual memorial services and various workshops. In addition, you may be required to provide occasional support to senior technical staff.

About you

To be considered for this opportunity, you will have substantial relevant administrative experience at an appropriate level with the ability to deal with grieving members of the public in a sensitive, professional and empathetic manner. You will also be willing and able to fit the physical requirements of the position.

Note: Some after-hours work and a Current Australian Federal Police (AFP) Check will be required for the successful applicant.

What we offer to you

The position attracts a competitive remuneration and benefits package including 17% superannuation. We also offer a globally competitive, gender neutral parental leave policy with up to 36 weeks paid parental leave, along with work life balance and the opportunity to be part of a high performing, dynamic, friendly and supportive team. We value professional development and encourage our staff to further themselves with the various Professional & Development opportunities available. Our beautiful and historic campus situated in Matilda Bay has wonderful onsite facilities including on-campus childcare facilities for children aged 6 weeks to kindy, a gym and aquatic centre, supermarket and medical centre, cultural activities (like Laurance Wilson Art Gallery and Somerset Cinemas). Staff parking and well-connected transport options are available.

About your application

Full details of the position's responsibilities and the selection criteria are outlined in the position description: Position description - Support Officer (Body Donation Program) (513961).pdf

You are required to 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 .

You may also submit an additional statement (1-page max) outlining any personal circumstances which should be considered when assessing your application. Applicants who have experienced periods of academic/professional interruption or other relevant events can include a description of achievements relative to opportunity in this statement.

Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Thursday, 16 March 2023

To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Melissa Andrade on (08) 6488 5587 or at [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.

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 a globally competitive, gender neutral parental leave policy with 26 weeks paid leave after 12 months service and 36 weeks after 5 years.
• We have on-campus childcare facilities for children aged 6 weeks to kindy.
• We facilitate flexible working, with part-time and job-sharing arrangements considered.
• 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 [email protected] 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.