Strategic Admin Partner for Research Operations

Garvan Institute of Medical Research; Moss Vale; On-site; AUD 78,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Training & development

International research environment

Health insurance discounts

Leave types

Job summary

Garvan Institute of Medical Research – Moss Vale NSW seeks an Administration Partner to provide high‑level administrative and project support to the Director Animal Facilities, ABR, and the Operations and Projects Officer. The role includes purchasing, animal orders, import/export, and coordinating a small team for ABR services.

Salary up to AU$87,000 + 12% super + salary packaging, permanent full-time. The role offers ongoing training, a diverse research environment, and flexible leave options

Qualifications

• 3–5 years relevant admin experience supporting leadership teams
• Experience in Medical Research or Higher Education desirable
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Maintaining confidentiality and high level of discretion

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to the Director Animal Facilities and ABR leadership
• Manage diaries, emails, calls, visitors and deliveries to the facility
• Coordinate mouse import/export, orders and service requests
• Process invoices, manage billing, recharging and supplier coordination
• Assist with travel arrangements and event coordination (meetings, seminars)
• Support ABR committees and training records, SOP updates and documentation

Skills

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Time management

Project coordination

Discretion & confidentiality

Education

Bachelor's degree in business administration

Tools

Stuart

Workday

Confluence

Job description

Garvan Institute of Medical Research – Moss Vale NSW seeks an Administration Partner to provide high‑level administrative and project support to the Director Animal Facilities, ABR, and the Operations and Projects Officer. The role includes purchasing, animal orders, import/export, and coordinating a small team for ABR services.

Salary up to AU$87,000 + 12% super + salary packaging, permanent full-time. The role offers ongoing training, a diverse research environment, and flexible leave options