Senior Administrative Officer (Human Tissue Collection)

• Part Time 12-month Fixed Term (0.4 FTE 14 Hours per week) opportunity for a detailed and methodic Senior Administrative Officer (Human Tissue Collection)

• Utilise your specialised technical skills working with Human Tissue Specimens

• Base Salary $99,455 + 17% superannuation

About the opportunity
The Senior Administrative Officer manages general administrative support for the designated work area, ensuring the delivery of efficient and effective administrative services. They may provide guidance, advice, and support to administrative staff in the delivery of work outcomes. This position is responsible for reviewing the Pathology Collections at the University of Sydney. This position requires unique and specialised technical expertise, skills and experience working with human tissue specimens.

Your key responsibilities will be to:

• manage general administrative services and operational support for the work area, ensuring high quality and efficient administrative support

• resolve complex matters and ensure appropriate, efficient action is taken for matters brought to the work area

• provide high level administrative coordination for the work area facilitate timely report submission, uphold data integrity according to university systems, and partner with managers to advance compliance initiatives

• manage allocation, access, maintenance, and cleaning of work area facilities to ensure a clean and safe working environment for everyone

• coordinate purchasing processes and resolve any discrepancies in payment schedule

• participate in the development and implementation of strategic and operational plans

• take the lead in handling stakeholder communications, ensuring that concerns are addressed effectively and timely while fostering a culture of trust and collaboration within the work area and beyond

• champion a proactive approach to health and safety, review and provide feedback on work area protocols, and collaborate cross functionally to ensure consistent safety standards across tasks and projects

About you

• basic working understanding of the Human Tissue Act and relevant human ethics requirements

• demonstrated understanding of privacy and confidentiality when dealing with human anatomical specimens. Experience in implementing; NSW Anatomy Act 1977, NSW Human Tissue Act, 1983 and Public Health (disposal of bodies regulation), 2002

• proven attention to detail, particularly in relation to collecting, processing and maintaining electronic records and datasets.

• ability to build networks, models collaboration and works effectively with others to encourage inclusivity and impact

• demonstrated negotiation and Influencing skills

• proven organisation and Time Management skills

• interacts with others clearly and effectively, using respectful verbal and nonverbal communication for the benefit of our students, staff and the communities we serve.

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 include diversity and inclusion, and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community that reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this commitment through 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.

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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 danielle.selinger@sydney.edu.au

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Applications Close

Tuesday 08 April 2025 11:59 PM