Research Support Assistant - (North Precinct)

Job Description

Utilise your exceptional research administration skills to support research publications Looking for a Research Support Assistant who will be based at the Kolling Institute, at the Royal North Shore Hospital Full-time fixed term opportunity until March 2027 with a base salary of $80,037 + 17% superannuation About the opportunity The University of Sydney is now ranked 38th in the world for 2022 university rankings, moving up 5 places in the last year. Our graduate employability is 1st in Australia, and 4th in the world; our subject rankings in Medicine are rated 1st in Australia, and 18th in the world. As such, we are in a period of exciting and significant investment in our Faculty of Medicine and Health and in order to deliver on the University’s ambitious strategic plan, we are seeking a Research Support Assistant (North Precinct) to maintain the research component of the FMH website, which includes up-to-date information on our researchers and their current research activities. The role will collect and classify research publications for display and reporting purposes; assist to administer internal grants and awards schemes; and work closely with the Research Support Lead, Research Support Officers, and Research Administration Officers to ensure a continuity of service, and advice to FMH staff. This position will be based full-time at the Kolling Institute , at our Northern Precinct. Your key responsibilities will be to: assist with the categorisation of publications for reporting purposes support the submission of accurate corporate data and correction of data quality issues in systems, such as IRMA and other Faculty based systems assist researchers with the development and maintenance of their academic profiles maintain records and reporting for the Research Support Unit assist with the organisation of seminars, information sessions, and workshops assist with internal grants and award schemes manage data entry, drafting standard documents, record keeping and updating the FMH website, its content and supporting research materials. About you To be successful in this role, you have: the ability to work both independently and as part of a team, taking initiative and exercising sound judgement in resolving matters that may arise as part of normal daily work problem solving skills and the ability to use initiative and exercise sound judgement, and ability to prioritise workload during busy periods working knowledge of software programs such as Research Profiles Management, IRMA, Sydney Student, and Content Management Systems demonstrated attention to detail in data entry processes. Work Rights You must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this employment to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment. Pre-employment checks Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment. EEO statement At the University of Sydney, our shared values are trust, accountability and excellence and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a university community that thrives through diversity and reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this through our commitment to diversity and inclusion , evidenced by our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People , women , people living with a disability , people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds , and those who identify as LGBTIQ+ . We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds. We are proud to be recognised as an Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) Gold employer. Find out more about our work on diversity and inclusion . How to apply Applications (including a cover letter, CV, and any additional supporting documentation) can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page. For employees of the University or contingent workers, please login into your Workday account and navigate to the Career icon on your Dashboard. Click on USYD Find Jobs and apply. For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or any documents in alternate formats, please contact Danielle Selinger, Recruitment Consultant by email to The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment. Applications Close Sunday 30 March 2025 11:59 PM #J-18808-Ljbffr