Reception And Administration Assistant

Neuroscience Research Australia (NeuRA) is a leading independent medical research institute whose vision is to prevent and cure disease and disability of the brain and nervous system through leadership, excellence and innovation in neuroscience research. NeuRA has world-class research facilities and is based at Randwick in Sydney.

NeuRA is committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply for this position.

We're hiring a full-time Reception and Administrative Assistant to join our Facilities, Engineering & Building Services (FEBS) team. Reporting directly to the Facilities Manager, you'll play a key role in providing exceptional receptionist duties and administrative support. If you're organized, detail-oriented, and thrive in a dynamic environment, apply now to be part of our team!

In this role, you will act as the backup/secondary receptionist, providing coverage. Additionally, you will assist in day-to-day operations by providing administrative support, including managing mail duties, restocking kitchen consumables, and making periodic trips to the local bank branch. You will also be responsible for managing service requests through our work management system (JIRA), ensuring timely resolution of issues and correspondence with inquiries.

Maintaining a safety-conscious environment is crucial, involving routine inspections of NeuRA buildings and office spaces. You will support the maintenance and management of contractors, including record-keeping, inductions, and supervision when necessary. Assisting with event management and room bookings, including setup under the direction of the FEBS Manager, is also part of the role.

The key selection criteria for this position includes:

• Strong Microsoft Office package skills, including Outlook, Excel, Word and PowerPoint;
• Well-developed customer service, interpersonal and communication skills;
• It is desirable to have experience with contractor management systems.

Here at NeuRA, understanding the science of the brain and nervous system is our life’s work. We are passionate about deepening our understanding of how the brain works, and finding better ways to prevent, diagnose and treat neurological disease, mental illness and injury. Research provide the power to cure, change and save lives – and we won’t stop while there are still diseases to fight.

IMPACT – OPENNESS – EXCELLENCE – INTEGRITY – INCLUSION

To apply, submit your CV and cover letter addressing the selection criteria via seek.com.au.

Please note that applications will not be accepted via other mediums i.e. email

You must have the right to live and work in Australia.

Neuroscience Research Australia (NeuRA) is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We are committed to promoting equality of opportunity and eliminating discrimination in all our employment policies and practices.

NeuRA acknowledges the traditional custodians of the lands on which we work, and extends respect to all Elders past, present, and emerging.