Receptionist

Institute for Molecular Bioscience

The University of Queensland’s Institute for Molecular Bioscience is a leading global research institute. IMB was established in 2000 as UQ’s first research institute and is the cornerstone of one of the largest bioscience research precincts in Australia.

The Institute’s 500 scientists, support staff and postgraduate students from more than 40 countries are working to improve quality of life for all. IMB has three major divisions and four research centres. IMB’s multidisciplinary research programs focus on advancing medical genomics, drug discovery and biotechnology. By investigating the basis of growth and development at the genetic, molecular, cellular and organ level, our researchers aim to better understand the development processes and pathways involved in human and animal health and disease. They also work to translate these findings into diagnostics; technologies and therapeutics to more effectively prevent, detect and treat disease, and deliver a sustainable future for Australia through initiatives such as clean energy and new agricultural compounds.

IMB is equipped with state-of-the-art research infrastructure including mouse and zebrafish facilities, advanced imaging and microarray platforms, high-throughput sequencing, advanced bioinformatics and proteomics – all of which support the Institute’s leading life sciences research. Details of the research interests of the Institute may be accessed on the Institute’s website at: http://www.imb.uq.edu.au.

The Queensland Bioscience Precinct (QBP) is a national research and development initiative at the University of Queensland.  The QBP incorporates the Institute for Molecular Bioscience and divisions of CSIRO.

The QBP is staffed by a multidisciplinary team of approximately 650 research scientists and students working in research divisions encompassing genomics and bioinformatics, genetics and developmental biology, cell biology, structural biology and biological chemistry and molecular design.

The role

The Receptionist is responsible for providing front office reception services to the major tenants of the Queensland Bioscience Precinct (QBP) building.  The successful candidates will receive and screen visitors and calls, program student and staff access cards and maintain the visitor car parks register. You will also manage bookings for meeting rooms and collect and sort incoming mail to the QBP.

The person

Applicants should have completed Year 12 or Certificate II, with relevant work experience; or have an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training. Previous experience in a receptionist role and knowledge of general office procedures is essential. The successful candidates will have excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including telephone etiquette and be self-motivated.  Experience in a university or large organisation is desirable. 

The University of Queensland values diversity and inclusion and actively encourages applications from those who bring diversity to the University. Please refer to the University’s Diversity and Inclusion webpage (https://staff.uq.edu.au/information-and-services/human-resources/diversity) for further information and points of contact if you require additional support.  

Remuneration

There a two (2) positions available (1 Full-time and 1 Part-time (hours negotiable)). The appointments are fixed term for 12 months at HEW Level 3. The remuneration package will be in the range $52,291 - $58,050 p.a. (full-time), plus employer superannuation contributions of 9.5%.

Enquiries

To discuss this role please contact Sue Allen on 07 3346 2110 or email s.allen@imb.uq.edu.au

To submit an application for this role, use the Apply button below. All applicants must supply the following documents: Cover letter, Resume and Selection Criteria responses. Please specify in your cover letter if you are seeking full-time or part-time work (or would like to be considered for both positions).

For information on completing the application process click here.

Important: please do not send your application directly to the email listed in the enquiries section of the advertisement. Applications not received via UQ Jobs online system will not be considered.

Application closing date Friday 4 May 2018 (11:55 PM) E. Australia Standard Time.

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