• Centre for the Business and Economics of Health

• Full-time (100%), fixed-term position for up to 2 years

• Base salary will be in the range $89,861.38 - $96,402.32 + 17% Superannuation (HEW Level 6)

• Based at our St Lucia Campus

About This Opportunity 

This position provides high-level research administrative support and general operational support for the Centre for the Business and Economics of Health (CBEH) to facilitate and enhance the operations and performance of the Centre. This position will report to the CBEH Research Centre Manager.

Key responsibilities will include: 

• Act as a point of advice and action on all aspects of research administration including:

  • Pre-award processes such as assisting to develop research project budgets, reviewing and editing proposals.

  • Post-award processes such as monitoring project finances, processing finance transactions and effective management of research project documentation.

  • Developing and maintaining knowledge of UQ policies and procedures. 

  • Using research-related information management systems such as MyResearch, eSpace and Reportal.

• Design and maintain Centre administration systems and processes to improve the workflow, efficiency, and effectiveness of Centre operations.

• Support the administrative requirements for the Centre Director, including diary management, meeting coordination, and travel arrangements, while also coordinating Centre communications, including webpage updates.

• Provide Centre governance committee support, and event coordination, fostering effective networks within UQ and with external stakeholders to facilitate Centre operations and collaborations.

About UQ

As part of the UQ community, you will have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world.

Everyone here has a role to play. As a member of our professional staff cohort, you will be actively involved in working towards our vision of a better world. By supporting the academic endeavour across teaching, research, and the student life, you will have the opportunity to contribute to activities that have a lasting impact on our community.

Join a community where excellence is at the core of our culture, contributions are valued and a range of benefits and rewards are available, such as:

• 26 weeks paid parental leave or 14 weeks paid primary caregiver leave

• 17% superannuation contributions

• 17.5% annual leave loading

• Access to flexible working arrangements including hybrid working options, flexible start/finish times, purchased leave, and a condensed fortnight

• Health and wellness discounts – fitness passport access, free yearly flu vaccinations, discounted health insurance, and access to our Employee Assistance Program for staff and their immediate family

• UQ Study for Staff

• On campus childcare options

• Cheap parking (from just $5.75 a day)

• Salary packaging options

About You  

• A degree with subsequent relevant experience; or equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.

• Experience in research administration with the ability to interpret relevant policies, procedures, and systems, or a demonstrated capacity to quickly learn and apply this knowledge.

• Excellent verbal and written communications skills in a range of styles and with high attention to detail.

• Excellent interpersonal skills with a collaborative working style and ability to exercise judgement when dealing with confidential or sensitive matters.

• Strong organisational skills with demonstrated ability to work independently, showing initiative, to prioritise competing tasks and meet deadlines.

• Advanced computer literacy skills, including experience with a wide range of software applications and the capacity to improve Centre systems.

The successful candidate may be required to complete a number of pre-employment checks, including: right to work in Australia, criminal check, education check, etc. 

Work Rights: 

You must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment.

Questions? 

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Victoria Anderson ([email protected]). For application queries, please contact [email protected] stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line. 
 

Want to Apply? 

All applicants must upload the following documents in order for your application to be considered:

• Cover letter summarising how your background aligns to the ‘About You’ section  

• Resume 

Other Information 

UQ is committed to a fair, equitable and inclusive selection process, which recognises that some applicants may face additional barriers and challenges which have impacted and/or continue to impact their career trajectory. Candidates who don’t meet all criteria are encouraged to apply and demonstrate their potential. The selection panel considers both potential and performance relative to opportunities when assessing suitability for the role.

We know one of our strengths as an institution lies in our diverse colleagues. We're dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion, fostering an environment that mirrors our wider community. We're committed to attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent. Reach out to [email protected] for accessibility support or adjustments.

Applications close Tuesday, 22nd October at 11.00pm AEST (R-43418). Please note that interviews have been tentatively scheduled for the week commencing 28th October 2024.

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