Research Administration Assistant

• $76,825 to $86,652
• Fixed-term, full-time
• Kelvin Grove (hybrid option available)

• Reference number: 24535
• Term: fixed-term, full-time basis to 30 June 2026
• Remuneration: $90,916 to $102,545 pa (HEW5) (inclusive of $76,825 to $86,652 salary pa, 17% superannuation and 17.5% recreation leave loading)
• Location: Kelvin Grove (hybrid option available)
• Open to: Current staff members of QUT who have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of the fixed-term appointment. In support of our strategic priority of Indigenous Australian success, Aboriginal Australians and Torres Strait Islander people who are not QUT staff are also eligible and encouraged to apply. Please note that current staff wishing to be considered for secondment to this position must seek prior approval from their supervisor before submitting an application.

We are seeking a Research Administration Assistant to join School of Nursing, Faculty of Health, Academic Division.

The Research Administration Assistant will undertake a range of activities associated with projects being undertaken in end-of-life and palliative care. The appointee will work in a team environment providing administration and logistical support to research staff in a busy office. The focus of the position is project management support for large externally funded projects, requiring an appointee with strong organisational and communication skills.

We’re offering this role as a hybrid position as part of QUT’s commitment to embracing the opportunities created by a more virtual and connected world.

About us

QUT is a major Australian university with a global outlook and a 'real world' focus. We are an ambitious and collaborative institution that seeks to equip our students and graduates with the skills they will need in an increasingly disrupted and challenged world.

About the Cancer & Palliative Outcomes Centre (CPC)

The Cancer & Palliative Care Outcomes Centre includes four of the Faculty’s most successful Programs:

•    Palliative Care 
•    Cancer Survivorship
•    Personalised Cancer Care
•    Child and Youth Cancer and Palliative Care

Established and emerging clinicians, researchers and educators from a range of health disciplines collaborate through CPC to improve the quality of health care provided to people across all stages of the cancer trajectory, as well as people living with a range of life-limiting conditions. 
The real world emphasis of QUT’s research and the success of its world class researchers have had significant impacts on policy and practice.

The research activity within the Centre focuses on a broad range of contemporary health-care related issues including:

•    Health Services Innovation
•    Integrated Care Models
•    Health Workforce Development
•    Symptom Management

Researchers have a range of collaborative research arrangements with health service providers in Queensland and strong national and international research partnerships.

We have strong engagement with consumers, clinical partners and health decision makers through a range of joint appointments and collaborative research, learning, and teaching arrangements..

What you need to succeed

1. Education, training and/or relevant experience equivalent to completion of an associate diploma level qualification with two years relevant work-related experience, or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training;
2. Demonstrated experience with various administrative activities, ideally within a research environment;
3. Demonstrated general organisational skills including the ability to manage time and high volume tasks efficiently and meet tight deadlines within the context of competing demands;
4. Demonstrated digital literacy skills including intermediate-level skills in Microsoft Office Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint, email and internet;
5. Demonstrated high level attention to detail in data entry, document handling, and data base applications;
6. Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment;
7. Proven ability to take initiative and to make a positive contribution within a team.

Life at QUT

We're committed to building a culture that fosters connection between people and purpose. Beyond personal and professional fulfillment, a career at QUT offers:

• A healthy work-life balance with a blend of on-campus and off-campus work arrangements for applicable positions. 
• Competitive remuneration with up to 17% superannuation and leave loading of 17.5%. 
• Generous maternity leave including primary carer parental leave of up to 26 weeks (including 17% super). 
• Stay healthy with Fitness Passport and enjoy discounted rates on private health insurance. 
• Purchased Leave Scheme - up to 8 extra weeks. 
• Salary Packaging Scheme for additional superannuation contributions, vehicle leasing, and on-campus services such as childcare, parking, and gyms. 
• Numerous opportunities for professional development including leadership programs and workshops, and our study assistance scheme.
• Commitment to our Indigenous Australian staff  through initiatives such as the Indigenous Australian Staff Network, Cultural and Ceremonial Leave, Staff Development Workshops, and representation on university committees. 

As part of our commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace, we proudly support our Indigenous Australians Employment Strategy, aiming for an Indigenous Australian workforce participation of 3.6%. We extend a warm invitation to Aboriginal Australians and Torres Strait Islander people to join us in pursuing a rewarding career at QUT.

View the job details at: https://qut.nga.net.au/?jati=72F3BC71-CC6C-75CF-55FE-DAD61CCFCA68

Job opens: 13-Jun-2024

Applications Close: 27-Jun-2024 at 11.30pm

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