School of Architecture, Design and Planning – Faculty of EAIT Part-time (40%), fixed-term position until 30 June 2028 Base salary will be in the range $78,944.40 - $87,750.37 17% Superannuation (HEW Level 5) Based at our St Lucia Campus (Brisbane) About This Opportunity The Research Administration Officer role is integral to supporting the design and development of Mechanical Circulatory Support (MCS) devices as part of the MRFF (Medical Research Future Fund) grant. Working within UQ's Design team, you will provide critical support for research coordination, project administration, and stakeholder engagement while ensuring compliance with UQ’s systems, protocols, and procedures. Key responsibilities will include: Provide high-level administrative support for designing patient-facing outcomes for artificial heart technologies while ensuring compliance with UQ’s policies, procedures, and research governance requirements throughout the project lifecycle. Coordinate team meetings, schedules, and communication, liaise with stakeholders to maintain relationships, and ensures alignment on goals and priorities. Utilise desktop-based programs and management information systems, maintains accurate records of research data and project outputs, and ensures secure storage and management. Assist with drafting and preparing research documentation, including ethics applications, progress reports, and final deliverables. Other duties as reasonably directed by the supervisor. About UQ As part of the UQ community, you will 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 will 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: Up to 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 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 UQ Study for Staff On campus childcare options Affordable parking (from just $5.75 a day) Salary packaging options About You A degree or diploma with subsequent relevant experience or secretarial administrative experience or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education training. Demonstrated experience working within the higher education sector and ability to gain skills and knowledge working within University systems. Demonstrated skills in providing a high level of customer service, including effective interpersonal skills. Demonstrated high level of proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook). Effective organisational, time management and problem-solving skills. Experience working as a team member in a busy environment. Working knowledge of University administrative systems, policies and procedures or the capacity to rapidly acquire this knowledge. The successful candidate may be required to complete a number of pre-employment checks, including: right to work in Australia, criminal check, education check, mandatory immunisations, etc. Work Rights: Employer sponsored work rights are not available for this appointment. Questions? For more information about this opportunity, please contact Professor Cara Wrigley via c.wrigleyuq.edu.au . For application queries, please contact talentuq.edu.au stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line. Want to Apply? All applicants must upload the following documents in order for your application to be considered: Cover letter summarising how your background aligns to the ‘About You’ section Resume Other Information UQ is committed to a fair, equitable and inclusive selection process, which recognises that some applicants may face additional barriers and challenges which have impacted and/or continue to impact their career trajectory. Candidates who do not meet all criteria are encouraged to apply and demonstrate their potential. The selection panel considers both potential and performance relative to opportunities when assessing suitability for the role. We know one of our strengths as an institution lies in our diverse colleagues. We are dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion , fostering an environment that mirrors our wider community. We are committed to attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent. Reach out to talentuq.edu.au for accessibility support or adjustments. Applications close on 10 February 2025 at 11.00pm AEST (R-46814). LI-DNI