• Opportunity to join a team at the UWA Medical School, working across health research projects including an exciting new study investigating the impact of plastics on human health
• Level 7, full-time appointment a fixed term basis to June 2024
• Base salary range: $92,679 – $102,830 p.a. plus 17% superannuation

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked amongst the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With an enviable research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, supported by the freedom to ‘innovate and inspire’, there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top university.

About the team

The Immunology and Transplantation Research Group sits within the School of Medicine at UWA. The group has significant links across the West Australian Health Sector and maintains a laboratory and research program in inflammatory responses. The group is currently undertaking the PERTH (Plastic Exposure Reduction Transforms Health) Trial, a new research study investigating the impact of plastic-associated chemicals on human health. This position is based at the Harry Perkins Institute of Medical Research in Nedlands.

About the opportunity

Reporting to the group’s Principal Investigator, you will provide high level administrative and project management support for research grants and projects including contracts, budgets, and personnel management.

Working collaboratively as part of the Core Management Team, you will contribute to the planning, development, and implementation of the current and planned medical research projects.

About you

To be considered for this role, you will have relevant tertiary qualifications and substantial senior administrative experience including project coordination/management, and budgeting, preferably within a research environment. You will also have knowledge of University or tertiary institution policies and processes.

Note: Some after-hours work may be required.

About your application

The content of your Resume and Cover Letter should demonstrate how you meet the selection criteria.

Closing date: 5:00 PM AWST on Friday, 12 August 2022

To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Ruth Warren, Senior Research Officer, at ruth.warren@uwa.edu.au.

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

Application Details: Please apply online via the Apply Now button.

Our commitment to inclusion and diversity

UWA is committed to a diverse workforce. We celebrate inclusion and diversity and believe gender equity is fundamental to achieving our goals.

We have child friendly areas on campus, including childcare facilities. Flexible work arrangements, part-time hours and job sharing will all be considered

• UWA has been awarded Bronze Employer Status for being a Top Ten Employer for LGBTI Inclusion by the Australian Workplace Equity Index (AWEI -2021)
• UWA has also been awarded Athena Swan Bronze Accreditation in 2020

UWA is committed to inclusive recruitment and is happy to adjust the recruitment process for your accessibility requirements. If you have queries in relation to the application process, please contact talent-hr@uwa.edu.au referencing the 6-digit job reference number and type of communication you prefer, and a member of our team will be in touch to discuss your requirements.