Every institution values excellence. What matters most is why.
Griffith was created to be a different type of university.  You’ll find we’re about leading research, academic excellence, and the transformative power of education. But what sets us apart is why those things matter and how you’ll achieve them.

Why? Griffith brings together exceptional minds like yours from across the globe and from all walks of life. Here, we do incredible work, questioning and challenging, always in the pursuit of excellence.

The Institute for Biomedicine and Glycomics has brought together Griffith’s formidable strengths in biomedical research by combining the outstanding discovery and translational research, infrastructure, and training expertise of the Griffith Institute for Drug Discovery, the Institute for Glycomics and biomedical teams from within the former Menzies Health Institute Queensland.  The Institute for Biomedicine and Glycomics will deliver real and immediate impacts locally and globally, transforming the lives of people around the world, especially those in disadvantaged communities.

We are seeking an experienced Administrative Assistant to provide efficient and effective daily management of the reception desk, the provision of administrative support to the Institute, and co-ordination of associated office duties ensuring high standard service delivery and outcomes.

About you
The successful candidate will have a diploma or certificate level qualification with relevant work experience, or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or training.

You will be enthusiastic and energetic, highly motivated and be able to demonstrate a high degree of organisation competence. Strong communication skills are essential, along with the ability to liaise with students and staff of all levels at the University.

What we can offer
This is a fixed term (3 years), full-time on-campus position primarily based at Griffith University Brisbane South (Nathan). As Griffith is a multi-site University you may be required to work across other locations.  Griffith University’s campuses are located on the lands of the Yugarabul, Yuggera, Jagera, Turrbal, Yugambeh and Kombumerri peoples.

Salary Range
The full-time base salary for a HEW Level 4 is in the range $73,623 - $77,680 per annum, plus 17% employer superannuation. The total FTE package is in the range $86,139 - $90,886 per annum.

Why Griffith?
As a values-led organisation, at Griffith University, we've worked hard to create a dynamic and strong organisational culture. We offer:

• Wide range of Learning and Development opportunities
• Salary packaging options and corporate health discounts
• Generous leave entitlements including paid parental leave and leave loading
• Support with future learning opportunities through our educational staff assistance scheme
• Health Safety and Wellbeing initiatives – on campus Gym facilities

How to apply
At Griffith, we’re committed to providing a safe and inclusive environment for all - whoever you are and wherever you’re from. If you require any accommodations, we welcome you to let us know so we can work with you to participate fully in our recruitment experience.

Griffith University values diversity, inclusion and flexibility and we encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, and people of all backgrounds to apply. For more information please visit our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion page. Griffith University also maintains a strict zero-tolerance policy against all forms of modern slavery. For more information, please refer to Griffith’s Modern Slavery Policy.

Please submit your application online and ensure it includes the following:

• A covering letter outlining your suitability for the role (please refer to the About you section above and the position description)
• Current curriculum vitae/resume including full contact details

Applicants must have unrestricted working rights for the duration of this appointment.  Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Successful candidates may be subject to a criminal history check.

For further information specifically about this role, please contact Sakuni Senevirathna, Executive Support Officer, Institute for Biomedicine and Glyomics at s.senevirathna@griffith.edu.au.

For application support, please contact People Services on (07) 373 54011 and quote reference number REF7554E.

Closing date: Sunday, 27 April 2025 at 11.59pm AEST. All applications must be submitted online.

Please allow at least 1 – 2 weeks from the closing date to expect an application update.