Administration Assistant (Meat Science and Sheep Production Group)

About the role

Murdoch University's School of Agricultural Sciences is looking for an Administration Assistant to support the Meat Science and Sheep Production Group. Working under general direction, you will help deliver research projects through research administration, finance, human resources and day-to-day operational coordination, working closely with researchers, students and professional staff while maintaining accurate records and assisting with communications and stakeholder engagement.

Key responsibilities

• Provide general administrative support, including correspondence, documents, spreadsheets and records.
• Support research, financial and human resources administration, including purchasing, invoices, recruitment and onboarding.
• Coordinate meetings, workshops, events, project records, operational activities and stakeholder enquiries.

Required profile

• Experience providing general administrative support and undertaking routine financial administration.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills with a courteous, responsive service approach.
• Strong organisational skills, including managing priorities, meeting deadlines and resolving routine matters.
• Current and valid work rights in Australia.

Required skills

• Competence using Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to learn University systems and maintain confidentiality.

What we offer

• Fixed-term full-time position of 2 years, with remuneration of $74,809-$82,011 plus 17% employer superannuation.
• Flexible work arrangements and a natural campus with childcare centre, gym, vet hospital and chiropractic clinic.
• Cultural load and allowance of up to $8,944 per year for First Nations employees, and an Indigenous Language Allowance.
• Salary packaging options and an Employee Assistance Program.

Applications close on 20 November 2026 and must be submitted online with a cover letter addressing the selection criteria and a recent resume; applications by post or email are not accepted.