Part-time (0.5FTE) fixed term position until July 2029. Located at our Camperdown campus.
Opportunity to provide administrative support to the School of Mathematics and Statistics
Base Salary $93,345 - $104,515 (pro-rata) + 17% superannuation
About the opportunity
The Sydney Mathematical Research Institute (SMRI) within the School of Mathematics and Statistics is currently seeking an Administrative Officer to support the Institute’s academic and professional staff. The Administration Officer will act as a first point of contact for visitors to SMRI, set up afternoon teas, assist with financial processes, provide support with events and maintain records. They will also utilise judgement and procedural knowledge to undertake other administrative processes.
Your key responsibilities will be to:
provide day-to-day administrative assistance to academic and professional staff
act as a first point of contact for visitors to SMRI and assist with in-person visitor queries
contribute to a positive workplace by maintaining a neat and welcoming space for visitors
organise regular afternoon teas and support SMRI events, where required
assist with finance processes, such as invoices and reimbursements
maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with University policies and procedures
About you
proven experience in an administrative role, including managing correspondence, scheduling, data entry and general administration support
excellent communication skills including high level written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally with other school staff and visitors to the school
strong attention to detail and accuracy with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
good organisational and time management skills with the ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines
We are seeking a team member who can undertake a 0.5FTE role across 3 or 4 days. Days on campus would ideally include Monday, Thursday and one other day.
Sponsorship / work rights for Australia
You must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this employment to be eligible 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.
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How to apply
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Applications Close
Monday 24 August 2026 11:59 PMSkills Required
- Proven experience in an administrative role (managing correspondence, scheduling, data entry, general administration support)
- High-level written and verbal communication skills; ability to interact professionally with staff and visitors
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy; ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Good organisational and time management skills; ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines
- Available to work 0.5 FTE across 3 or 4 days (ideally including Monday and Thursday) on campus at Camperdown
- Unrestricted work rights in Australia (visa sponsorship not available)
- Satisfactory completion and ongoing maintenance of pre-employment/background checks and any required clearances
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