Job Title and Details
UniSC Clinical Trials | Maroochydore, Sunshine Coast (NEW CLINIC) – Level 5 – Salary: $82,843 – $93,358 p.a. – plus up to 17% employer superannuation – Full-time (36.25 hours per week), 2 year fixed-term appointment.
The Opportunity
You'll provide high-level administrative support in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, assisting managers, staff, and contractors, and liaising with internal and external stakeholders. You'll prepare and facilitate meetings, manage correspondence and documentation, and ensure conference facilities are ready for use. Using a variety of software tools, you'll help drive site outcomes and support the Clinical Trials Centre reception when needed, making a real impact on the day-to‐day success of our vibrant campus.
Please note: this position will require a flexible approach to travel between campuses and our clinical trial centres, as necessary.
Responsibilities
* Provide high level medical reception and administrative support to the site, ensuring efficient patient, participant, and visitor processes.
* Deliver a broad range of advanced administrative services in a fast-paced and complex environment, maintaining accurate records and supporting high quality site operations through timely and reliable work.
* Prepare facilities and complete all administrative requirements for external meetings, including those involving sponsors, monitors and visitors.
* Provide efficient administrative support for the procurement of goods and the effective management of reception and site logistics across the clinical trial site.
Qualifications
You are an experienced professional with a track record supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students throughout their academic journey. You communicate confidently, build positive relationships, and work effectively both independently and as part of a team. Highly organised, you can prioritise tasks, meet deadlines, and maintain confidentiality while using initiative and sound judgment. You are passionate about developing and delivering initiatives that empower Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students to succeed and thrive in their educational endeavours.
* Qualification in Medical Reception duties or a related field, preferably with subsequent experience within a clinical research/health environment, or an equivalent combination of education, experience and training.
* Demonstrated ability to provide confidential administrative support whilst efficiently managing and prioritising workload and maintaining attention to detail.
* A high level of interpersonal skills, including effective negotiation skills and demonstrated ability to liaise with management, technical staff and external organisations.
* Ability to connect and collaborate with colleagues and external stakeholders.
* Ability to work independently and as part of the multidisciplinary team.
* High level computing skills (including databases, clinical trial electronic data entry, word processing and spreadsheets).
UniSC is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, including those with disabilities, women in STEM, First Nations Peoples, and individuals of diverse cultures, genders, abilities and experiences. We value achievement relative to opportunity and encourage your commentary on your achievements in this context.
Position description: 494303 - Administration Officer.pdf
UniSC values a diverse and talented workforce and invites applications from candidates who already have legal work rights in Australia.
Applications for this position close midnight, Sunday 19 April 2026.
Contact
Natalia FitzpatrickWorkforce Development and Compliance Team Leader, Clinical Trials - UniSC Clinical Trials CentreTelephone: 07 5459 4664Email: lfitzge1@usc.edu.au
Benefits
* Our collaborative, passionate and welcoming culture is what really sets us apart.
* Modern teaching & research facilities.
* Professional development and career pathway opportunities.
* We are a proud recipient of the prestigious Athena SWAN Bronze Award, granted as part of Science in Australia Gender Equity (SAGE) initiative.
* Flexible work arrangements & generous leave options.
* Salary packing options + 17% Super.
* EAP, fitness passport & discounted private health.
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