Project Officer - The Kirby Institute

• Employment Type: Part - time (17.5 hours a week)
• Duration: 2-year Fixed Term contract
• Remuneration: $108,021 base pro rata, plus 17% superannuation and leave loading 
• Work rights required: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates must hold full rights to work in Australia to be considered for this position.
• Location: Kensington, Sydney

About The Kirby Institute:

The Kirby Institute is a world-leading health research institute at UNSW Sydney. We work to eliminate infectious diseases, globally. Our specialisation is in developing health solutions for the most at-risk communities. Putting communities at the heart of our research, we develop tests, treatments, cures and prevention strategies that have the greatest chance of success.

Details of the role

The Project Officer will provide overall coordination of a new research project that will work with infectious disease notifications, and other health and social data. The Project Officer will also play a key role in providing practical and efficient project coordination for project investigators, partner organisations and key stakeholders. The role will provide administrative and research support, and facilitate reporting, communications, and internal and external relationships.

The role reports to Group Leader, Surveillance and Evaluation Research Program, and has no direct reports.

Some key skills required:

• A relevant university degree with subsequent relevant experience, or equivalent competence gained through any combination of education, training and experience.
• Demonstrated experience in the provision of logistical and administrative support in a similar role within an academic, medical or research environment.
• Knowledge of research protocols and the project life cycle, including the development of project objectives, plans and related documentation.
• Sound stakeholder management skills, with the ability to liaise effectively with a range of stakeholders.
• Demonstrated superior interpersonal communications skills to initiate and maintain effective stakeholder relationships whilst exercising discretion and confidentiality.
• Excellent written communication skills, with a high level of attention to detail for deliverables produced.
• Excellent time management skills, with a demonstrated ability to respond to changing priorities, manage multiple tasks and meet competing deadlines by using judgement and initiative.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and productively within a team, but also to take initiative and work independently while managing competing demands.

Please refer to the position description for full details.

UNSW Benefits and Culture 

• 17% Superannuation and leave loading​ 
• Flexible working ​ 
• Additional 3 days of leave over the Christmas Period​ 
• Access to lifelong learning and career development ​ 
• Progressive HR practices​ 

More information on the great staff benefits and culture can be found here.  

Pre-Employment Checks:

As part of our recruitment process candidates may be required to undergo pre-employment screening, which may include reference checks, qualification verification, right-to-work verification, and criminal history screening where relevant to the role.

Compliance with the necessary combination of these checks is a condition of employment at UNSW.

How to apply:

Please click on Apply now to apply online. Applications should not be sent to the contact listed below. Please provide a resume and a separate document addressing the skills and experience listed in the Position Description. A copy of the Position Description can be found on JOBS@UNSW.

Contact

Frank McHenry, Talent Acquisition Associate

E:  f.mchenry@unsw.edu.au    

Applications close: Tuesday 1^st September before 11.30pm Sydney time

UNSW is committed to equity diversity and inclusion. Applications from women, people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, those living with disabilities, members of the LGBTIQ+ community; and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, are encouraged. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff. The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.