• Join a world-class research environment at the cutting edge of plant science and imaging.
• Play a key role in supporting national-scale research infrastructure through the Australian Plant Phenomics Network (APPN).
• Full-time appointment on a 3-year, fixed-term basis.
• Base salary range: $91,833 – $97,052 p.a. plus 17% superannuation.

About the area
The Centre for Microscopy, Characterisation and Analysis (CMCA) is a core facility at UWA that provides researchers and industry with access to advanced microscopy and analysis instrumentation. As host of the Australian Plant Phenomics Network (APPN) node at UWA, CMCA supports the digital phenotyping of crops in controlled environments and in the field—empowering breakthroughs in plant science and agriculture.

The UWA APPN node is based within the School of Molecular Sciences, a vibrant research hub located in the Bayliss Building, where research and teaching span chemistry, molecular biology, synthetic biology, and more.

About the opportunity

• Provide financial and administrative support, including bookings, purchasing, acquittals, and reporting.
• Support HR, office operations, and compliance, including onboarding and supervision of lab staff.
• Coordinate executive support, client inductions, and travel arrangements.

About you

• Strong administrative experience with relevant qualifications or equivalent competency.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• Confident working independently and as part of a team.
• Proficient in financial systems, reporting, and office software.
• Experience with university systems (e.g. PeopleSoft, Concur, RIMS) is desirable.

Special Requirements

• Occasional after-hours work may be required.

Position description:  Administrative Officer (520065).DOCX

To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Nic Taylor at nicolas.taylor@uwa.edu.au. 

How to apply
Please apply online via the Apply Now button. The content of your Resume and Cover Letter should demonstrate how you meet the selection criteria.

Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Wednesday, 30 April 2025

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

About the University
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, there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top university.

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Our commitment to inclusion and diversity
UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We are committed to fostering a safe environment for all, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community, and people living with disability.

If you require any reasonable adjustments, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application. Alternatively, you can contact us for assistance during the recruitment process.

For application queries, contact the person in the advertisement or email the Talent team at talent-hr@uwa.edu.au with your query and the 6-digit job reference number for a quicker response.