Administration Assistant

**Classification**:ANU Officer 4 (Administration)
**Salary package**:$67,731 - $73,278 plus 17% superannuation

**Term**: Full time, Fixed term for 12 months

**Position overview**

ANU has an international reputation for research and education relevant to the health and well-being of the population of Australia, as well as that of the developing world. This is achieved through discovery research, applied research in health service settings, research-led teaching in health and medical sciences, and the translation of research findings into practice and policy. The ANU College of Science comprises of the Research School of Astronomy and Astrophysics, the Research School of Biology, the Research School of Chemistry, the Research School of Earth Science, the Fenner School of Environment and Society, the Mathematical Sciences Institute, the Research School of Physics and Engineering, and the Centre for the Public Awareness of Science. These schools work together to deliver world-class research and education. The College has a strong tradition of research excellence that has fostered distinguished Nobel Laureates and Kyoto Prize winners and that trains scientific leaders in disciplines in which the ANU is consistently ranked in the top twenty in the world.

The Australasian Synthetic Biology Challenge (ASBC) is an innovative program where teams from universities across Australia work to create SynBio solutions for global problems. Our goal is to help stimulate the Australian SynBio ecosystem by providing exposure to opportunities within the synthetic biology sector to students. We enable teams of students to develop a synthetic biology project, produce a proof of concept in the lab but also introduce them to the world of industry and entrepreneurship through webinars from our sponsors on intellectual property, pitching and venture capital. The Challenge gives teams the opportunity to present their ideas and get real feedback from synthetic biology experts at our design review and showcase events. The ASBC is looking for an Administration Assistant to help us deliver the first comprehensive synthetic biology challenge in the Australasian region. The role will focus on the administration of Challenge operations inclusive of co-ordinating participants, team leaders, speakers and key sponsors in close consultation with the Challenge’s volunteer Executive Committee.

The Administration Assistant will assist in the operational aspects of the SynBio Challenge, serving as a liaison to all stakeholders including participating teams, sponsors and key stakeholders. The Administration Assistant will also assist with administrative tasks relating to stakeholder communication, budget recording and reporting, event management (webinars, the design review and showcase events) and secretariat duties.

The Australian National University is a world-leading institution and provides a range of lifestyle, financial and non-financial rewards and programs to support staff in maintaining a healthy work/life balance whilst encouraging success in reaching their full career potential.

ANU Values diversity and inclusion and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to those of all backgrounds and identities. People with a disability are encouraged to apply.

**Application information**- A statement addressing the selection criteria, and
- A current curriculum vitae (CV).

**Applications which do not address the selection criteria may not be considered for the position.**

**Please note: The successful applicant must have rights to live and work in this country and will be required to undergo a background check during the recruitment process. An offer of employment is conditional on satisfactory results.