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SalaryDepartment/School: Melbourne Integrative Genomics (MIG), School of Mathematics and Statistics
Salary: UOM 6 - $92,749 - $100,397 p.a. plus 17% super
- Coordinate MIG's operations for seamless organizational functioning.
- Engage with vibrant community, fostering professional and academic growth.
- Salary packaging, subsidised health and wellbeing services, fitness and cultural clubs, Myki discounts, and a 25% discount on graduate courses to our staff and their immediate families!
The Melbourne Integrative Genomics (MIG), hosted by the School of Mathematics and Statistics, seeks a proactive Coordinator to spearhead operational and administrative functions.Supporting a community of 40 members, including graduate students and staff, the role entails organizing events, providing office support, managing finances, updating databases and websites, and fostering a cohesive community within MIG and beyond.Reporting directly to the MIG director, the Coordinator will offer high-quality services, serving as a friendly and reliable point of contact. With a front-facing responsibility, the incumbent is expected to be present at MIG three days a week and actively assist with on-campus events.This role is based in Parkville campus and will be based on campus 3 days per week.Your responsibilities will include:
- Supporting MIG group leaders through management and decision-making to ensure the implementation of strategic programs, events, and compliance with respect to finance and reporting.
- Coordination of MIG events and workshops, including coordinating program design, room booking, advertising, catering, managing registrations, organising external and internal speakers' schedules, onsite logistics, transport, accommodation, and infrastructure.
- Respond to queries independently from staff, researchers HDR students, using sound judgment to resolve queries or redirect calls as appropriate.
- Organise and coordinate the diary where appropriate, including organising appointments, processing enquiries and coordinating meetings for MIG.
You will possess previous experience in a higher education environment coupled with exceptional problem-solving and analytical skills, enabling you to apply sound judgement to deliver tailored solutions effectively.You will also have:
- A degree with subsequent relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and education/training.
- Demonstrated understanding of the operational aspects of research centres, in relation to working with faculty and university business service providers to bring about effective outcomes;
- Demonstrated capacity to develop clear project plans and timelines, communicate effectively with stakeholders, and monitor project progress;
In addition, we offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a range of benefits, including generous leave provisions, salary packaging, health and well-being services and discounts on graduate courses. For more information, check out page!About the University of Melbourne
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If you feel this role is right for you, please apply with the following documents:
- Resume
- Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience
- The responses against the Selection Criteria^ (found in the Position Description)
