Western Sydney University Internal Applicants Only
Remuneration: $107,358 to $115,073 p.a. including Super and Leave Loading
Full-time, Ongoing position commencing January 2025 based at Hawkesbury Campus
Position Details Full-time, Ongoing position commencing January 2025 Based at Hawkesbury Campus To be eligible to apply for this position you must be employed by Western Sydney University on an ongoing, fixed term or casual basis at the time of this advertisement.
About the School of Science The School of Science is a large and comprehensive school with learning, teaching and research excellence encompassing a wide range of biological, chemical, environmental, food, forensic, medical, nutritional and physical sciences, including agriculture and astronomy. It offers bachelor, masters, and doctoral degrees with excellent teaching, laboratory, and fieldwork facilities across multiple campuses and online. The School's research-led teaching is supported by state-of-the-art technologies, contributing significantly to high ERA rankings. It collaborates with various partners locally and internationally, preparing graduates for success in a rapidly evolving world. The School aims to be a leader in engaged research, building partnerships in Western Sydney and beyond, supporting the University's advocacy for Greater Western Sydney.
About the Role The Research and HDR Administration Officer at the School of Science provides high-level administrative support to manage research and HDR activities effectively. This role involves:
Enabling positive research outcomes for HDR students. Ensuring efficient delivery of research activities and events. Carrying out administrative tasks in line with University guidelines. About You The successful candidate will possess:
A tertiary qualification with extensive administrative support experience or an equivalent combination of relevant education and training. Strong competency in using complex management and database systems to extract, analyse, and synthesise data efficiently while maintaining discretion with confidential information. High-level interpersonal and verbal communication skills, along with the ability to develop professional relationships and deliver effective customer service. A proven ability to interpret, develop, and apply policies and procedures effectively, ensuring adherence by staff and students. Well-developed organisational and planning skills to manage a high-volume workload, competing priorities, and unexpected events, using judgment and initiative. Extensive experience in research administration, budget development, financial reporting, and handling both routine and non-routine correspondence. Applicants should be aware that this role will be based at Hawkesbury Campus. However, as Western Sydney University is a multi-campus university, travel to other campuses may be required when operational needs arise.
If this sounds like an opportunity for you, we want to hear from you! Apply now ensuring you carefully address each of the selection criteria in your application. Please review the position description for further information.
Remuneration Package HEW Level 6 $107,358 to $115,073 p.a. (comprising Salary of $90,719 to $97,238 p.a., plus Superannuation and Leave Loading)
Position Enquiries Please contact Janette Rawlinson, School Manager via email at
Recruitment Enquiries Specific enquiries or issues with your application may be directed to the Recruitment Team at
Closing Date 8:30 pm on Wednesday 18 September 2024
Working Rights in Australia - Eligibility Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. For an ongoing/continuing position, you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident and provide evidence at the time of application. Note - Only those applications submitted via the WSU online recruitment system will be accepted.
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