#536839 Research Administration Officer

Medical Administration

Calvary Mater Newcastle

Fixed Term, Part Time (12 Month contract)

• Fixed Term - Part-Time (0.6 – 12 months)
• Work Days: Tuesday - Thursday 
• Salary Classification: Administration Level 4, Yr 1-2.
• Remuneration: $36.45-$37.29 per hour + superannuation + annual leave loading + salary packaging options.

THE ROLE:

The CMN Research Office is offering an exciting opportunity for a Research Administration Officer to join the Research Governance team. This part-time position is a 12-month fixed-term contract, providing high-level administrative support within a dynamic research environment.

DUTIES:

• Provide administrative support to the Research Office in the successful delivery of its plans, programs and services.
• Assist with meeting coordination, including preparing agendas, taking minutes, distributing documents, and maintaining secure records.
• Assist with office corporate services including basic consultation with legal, finance and HR.
• Support other office programs and activities as directed.
• Provide administrative support to research committees, including meeting coordination, agendas, minute taking, and maintaining meeting records.
• Assist the Research Governance Officer/Director of Health Research and Translation in delivering all functions of research governance to ensure effective functioning of research processes that support the conduct of research in accordance with national requirements.

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ABOUT YOU:

• Minimum three years of experience in providing administrative support, with demonstrated capability in adapting and monitoring administrative processes to maximise efficiency in a high volume and demanding professional environment.
• Experience with basic financial processing including invoicing, record keeping and reconciliation.
• Demonstrated proficiency in computer software systems including Microsoft suite applications with the ability to quickly learn and utilise other software including financial and research management systems.
• Proven ability to communicate effectively, build positive relationships, and manage multiple priorities independently and in a team
• Demonstrated effective communication skills both written and verbal with experience developing communication materials for briefs, reports, presentations, education and websites
• Experience providing administrative and support for meetings

For further information please contact Pari Eftekhari, Research Governance Officer on email: Parivash.eftekhari@calvarymater.org.au 

WHY JOIN US?

CMN is an Affiliated Health Organisation providing services to both public and private patients primarily from the Hunter New England area. Current employees of NSW Health can request to have various leave entitlement balances transferred to CMN on commencement. Leave types may include but not limited to Long Service Leave, Annual Leave and Sick Leave. Applicants are encouraged to discuss this with the Convenor for further information. Working at CMN gives you access to a great range of benefits:

• Fitness Passport. 
• Gender Neutral parental leave
• Annual Leave Loading at 17.5 %
• Superannuation contributions at 11.5%
• ADO's each month (for full-time employees)
• Novated leasing available for eligible employees
• 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part-time employees)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
• Generous Salary packaging options that reduce your taxable income and increase your take-home pay!

WHY NEWCASTLE, NSW?

Newcastle is a thriving city surrounded by magnificent natural scenery. Cosmopolitan and compact, we enjoy all the benefits of a global smart city including world class services and facilities, top-tier education and employment opportunities, all with an average commute time of 15 minutes. Discover inspirational living in a vibrant city that will inspire and delight. Visit Imagine Newcastle, here!

HOW DO YOU APPLY?

• Click ‘Apply for Job’ and follow the prompts. As part of your application, you will be asked to:
• Create a profile in our Calvary People Platform (if you are not an existing user)
• Attach a current resume.
• Provide a written response to six (6) selection criteria.
• Cover letters are optional (1-2 pages max.)

Please note: Only the criteria in the application needs to be addressed, however you’ll be assessed against the full list of Essential Criteria located within the attached Position Description.

As we serve the community across Home, Virtual and Residential Aged Care, Retirement Living and Hospitals, one thing sets us apart. Care from the heart. If this sounds like you, apply for a role with Calvary today.

Please note the following:

• As part of the application process, you will be required to complete pre-employment checks which may include, but is not limited to reference checks, work rights, and criminal history check to ensure suitability for the role.
• You will be required to provide evidence of immunisation as required for your role.