International Space Centre

• Seeking candidates with relevant administrative experience, with an interest in Space is desirable
• Level 6, part-time (0.5 FTE) appointment on a fixed term basis for two years
• Base salary range: $84,665 – $89,477 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 International Space Centre (ISC) at The University of Western Australia (UWA) is a dynamic centre that aims to seize opportunities for knowledge transfer, technology development, impactful research and education in the space sector. The ISC is a virtual centre with multiple research groups and over 100 members distributed across the UWA campus. As the administrative officer, you will be located close to the centre manager in the building of the International Centre for Radio Astronomy Research on the main UWA campus by the picturesque Matilda bay.

About the opportunity 

As the appointee you will, under general direction, provide a high level of administrative and secretarial support to the Centre and take a responsible role in the establishment, maintenance and improvement of the office systems and policies and procedures to ensure its efficient operation. You will liaise with internal staff, other research centres, and external research partners, as well as industry and commerce.

To be considered for this role, you will demonstrate:

• Relevant tertiary qualifications or equivalent competency in administration
• Substantial administrative experience
• Proficiency in a range of office computing skills including word processing, spreadsheets, databases, internet and email
• Highly developed organisational skills and demonstrated ability to meet deadlines
• Ability to work independently, show initiative and work productively as part of a team
• Highly developed written and verbal communication skills

About your application

Full details of the position's responsibilities and the selection criteria are outlined in the position description:  PD - Administrative Officer - #514498.pdf

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

Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Monday, 5 June 2023

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 and an equitable and inclusive workplace.  We celebrate difference and believe diversity is fundamental to achieving our goals as a globally recognised Top 100 educational and research institution.  We are committed to creating a safe work environment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community and people living with disability.

• We have a globally competitive, gender neutral parental leave policy with 26 weeks paid leave after 12 months service and 36 weeks after 5 years.
• We have on-campus childcare facilities for children aged 6 weeks to kindy.
• We facilitate flexible working, with part-time and job-sharing arrangements considered.
• We have an ongoing partnership with Pride in Diversity and were recently awarded a Bronze Employer status for LGBTIQA+ inclusion.
• We have Athena SWAN Bronze accreditation and actively work to improve gender equity. 

Should you have any queries relating to your application, please contact the individual named in the advertisement. Alternatively, contact the Talent team at talent-hr@uwa.edu.au with details of your query. To enable a quick response, please include the 6-digit job reference number and a member of the team will respond to your enquiry.