Senior Project Officer - Uq Clinical Trials Centre

•  Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Research Infrastructure)  

• This is a full-time fixed-term position through to Dec 2028 with salary in the range $88,099 - $94,512, plus a generous super allowance of up to 17%.

• Provide high-level administrative support to play a pivotal role in the implementation and operational phases of the newly established UQ Clinical Trials Centre.

• Achieve a work-life balance with 36 hours/wk, purchased leave, WFH + more.

• Based at our Herston campus

The principal responsibilities of the position are to provide a high level of administrative support and assistance to the Academic Director, Associate Director and Head of Operations in the efficient operation of the UQ Clinical Trials Centre (CTC).  The Senior Project Officer will be responsible for supporting the coordination and administration of the implementation and operational phases of the Clinical Trials Centre, ensuring the successful delivery of its strategic and operational outcomes.

Key responsibilities will include: 

Project Administration

• Offer project and administrative assistance to UQ CTC Leadership, involving reporting on plans, milestones, and deliverables, aiding in task completion, and implementing project plans. Also, provide secretariat and administrative services, such as organizing committee meetings, managing actions, and facilitating engagements.

• Conduct investigation and analysis, contributing to preparing briefs and reports for informed decision-making and planning. Additionally, coordinate and support the development of UQ CTC documentation portfolio and other materials, encompassing project plans, reports, and communication materials, as needed.

• Other duties as requested by the supervisor.

Stakeholder engagement

• Supporting senior staff in maintaining effective relationships that support the operational objectives, including internal and external stakeholders’ professional organisations and the community through effective communication and interpersonal skills.

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Financial Management

• Coordinating aspects of the UQ CTC’s budget

We seek a motivated Senior Project Officer to aid in implementing and operating the UQ CTC. This role involves coordinating various activities to achieve strategic goals, collaborating within a high-performing team. The ideal candidate possesses strong interpersonal and communication skills, excels in stakeholder engagement, and can effectively prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment, ensuring timely delivery of objectives.

Essential

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience/training required.

• Demonstrated experience in advanced project coordination/administrative support.

• Strong time management, written/oral communication, and diplomacy skills.

• Ability to prepare high-quality reports, proposals, and presentations.

• High-level judgment in planning, problem-solving, and deadline management.

• Experience with project management platforms and adaptable to new software.

Desirable

• Experience in a large complex organisation, health system and/or within a Clinical Trials Centre or similar would be advantageous.

You must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment and may be required to complete background checks including, criminal history and education checks.

As part of the UQ community, you’ll have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world.

Everyone here has a role to play. As a member of our professional staff cohort, you will be actively involved in working towards our vision of a better world. By supporting the academic endeavour across teaching, research, and the student life, you’ll have the opportunity to contribute to activities that have a lasting impact on our community.

Join a community where excellence is at the core of our culture, contributions are valued and a range of benefits and rewards are available, such as:

• 26 weeks paid parental leave or 14 weeks paid primary caregiver leave.

• 17% superannuation contributions

• 17.5% annual leave loading

• Access to flexible working arrangements including hybrid working options, flexible start/finish times, purchased leave, and a condensed fortnight.

• Health and wellness discounts – fitness passport access, free yearly flu vaccinations, discounted health insurance, and access to our Employee Assistance Program for staff and their immediate family

• Salary packaging options

All applicants must upload the following documents in order for your application to be considered:

• Cover letter addressing the ‘About You’ section.  

• Resume 

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Roberta at ************@uq.edu.au. For application queries, please contact ******@uq.edu.au stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line. 

Applications close Monday, 4 March 2024 at 11.00pm AEST (Job Reference Number - R-35357). Please note that interviews have been tentatively scheduled for 12 March 2024.

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