Program Coordinator
- University of New South Wales
- Australia, NSW
- Jul 21, 2026
Job Description:
Program Coordinator - The Kirby Institute
- Employment Type: Part - time (14 hours a week)
- Duration: 1-year Fixed Term contract
- Remuneration: $92,265 base pro-rata, plus 17% superannuation and leave loading
- Work rights required: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates must hold full rights to work in Australia to be considered for this position.
- Location: On site, Kensington, Sydney
About The Kirby Institute:
The Kirby Institute is a world-leading health research institute at UNSW Sydney. We work to eliminate infectious diseases, globally. Our specialisation is in developing health solutions for the most at-risk communities. Putting communities at the heart of our research, we develop tests, treatments, cures and prevention strategies that have the greatest chance of success.
Details of the role
The Program Co-ordinator provides effective day-to-day administrative support within the Kirby Institute to ensure all services are provided efficiently to meet the operating needs of the Immunovirology and Pathogenesis Program. Additionally, the Program Co-ordinator will support the H2Seq genomics in public health research project.
This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a leading health research environment by providing high-level administrative and project support across a dynamic research program. Working closely with researchers, project leads and a broad range of stakeholders, you will play a key role in coordinating meetings and events, managing financial and administrative processes, maintaining systems and records, and supporting project delivery. Success in this role will require strong organisational skills, excellent communication, sound judgement, attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities. If you enjoy working collaboratively, building effective relationships and supporting impactful research outcomes, this role offers the chance to make a meaningful contribution within a globally recognised institute.
The role reports to the Head of the Immunovirology and Pathogenesis Program and has no direct reports.
Some key skills required:
- At least two years relevant experience gained through any combination of education, training and employment.
- Advanced time management, organisational and problem-solving skills, including the ability to meet deadlines.
- Well-developed interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
- Demonstrated experience providing effective support to colleagues or clients at all levels.
- Highly proficient computer literacy with excellent skills in Microsoft Office applications.
- Experience with financial reconciliation, purchase tracking and associated software packages e.g. Concur.
- Ability to make sound judgements and work both independently and as part of a team.
- Demonstrated experience supporting and contributing to projects and initiatives.
Please refer to the position description for full details.
UNSW Benefits and Culture
- 17% Superannuation and leave loading
- Flexible working
- Additional 3 days of leave over the Christmas Period
- Access to lifelong learning and career development
- Progressive HR practices
More information on the great staff benefits and culture can be found here.
Pre-Employment Checks:
As part of our recruitment process candidates may be required to undergo pre-employment screening, which may include reference checks, qualification verification, right-to-work verification, and criminal history screening where relevant to the role.
Compliance with the necessary combination of these checks is a condition of employment at UNSW.
How to apply:
Please click on Apply now to apply online. Applications should not be sent to the contact listed below. Please provide a resume and a separate document addressing the skills and experience listed in the Position Description. A copy of the Position Description can be found on JOBS@UNSW.
Contact
Frank McHenry, Talent Acquisition Associate
Applications close: Tuesday 4th August before 11.30pm Sydney time
UNSW is committed to equity diversity and inclusion. Applications from women, people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, those living with disabilities, members of the LGBTIQ+ community; and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, are encouraged. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff. The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.
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Job Description:
Program Coordinator - The Kirby Institute
- Employment Type: Part - time (14 hours a week)
- Duration: 1-year Fixed Term contract
- Remuneration: $92,265 base pro-rata, plus 17% superannuation and leave loading
- Work rights required: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates must hold full rights to work in Australia to be considered for this position.
- Location: On site, Kensington, Sydney
About The Kirby Institute:
The Kirby Institute is a world-leading health research institute at UNSW Sydney. We work to eliminate infectious diseases, globally. Our specialisation is in developing health solutions for the most at-risk communities. Putting communities at the heart of our research, we develop tests, treatments, cures and prevention strategies that have the greatest chance of success.
Details of the role
The Program Co-ordinator provides effective day-to-day administrative support within the Kirby Institute to ensure all services are provided efficiently to meet the operating needs of the Immunovirology and Pathogenesis Program. Additionally, the Program Co-ordinator will support the H2Seq genomics in public health research project.
This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a leading health research environment by providing high-level administrative and project support across a dynamic research program. Working closely with researchers, project leads and a broad range of stakeholders, you will play a key role in coordinating meetings and events, managing financial and administrative processes, maintaining systems and records, and supporting project delivery. Success in this role will require strong organisational skills, excellent communication, sound judgement, attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities. If you enjoy working collaboratively, building effective relationships and supporting impactful research outcomes, this role offers the chance to make a meaningful contribution within a globally recognised institute.
The role reports to the Head of the Immunovirology and Pathogenesis Program and has no direct reports.
Some key skills required:
- At least two years relevant experience gained through any combination of education, training and employment.
- Advanced time management, organisational and problem-solving skills, including the ability to meet deadlines.
- Well-developed interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
- Demonstrated experience providing effective support to colleagues or clients at all levels.
- Highly proficient computer literacy with excellent skills in Microsoft Office applications.
- Experience with financial reconciliation, purchase tracking and associated software packages e.g. Concur.
- Ability to make sound judgements and work both independently and as part of a team.
- Demonstrated experience supporting and contributing to projects and initiatives.
Please refer to the position description for full details.
UNSW Benefits and Culture
- 17% Superannuation and leave loading
- Flexible working
- Additional 3 days of leave over the Christmas Period
- Access to lifelong learning and career development
- Progressive HR practices
More information on the great staff benefits and culture can be found here.
Pre-Employment Checks:
As part of our recruitment process candidates may be required to undergo pre-employment screening, which may include reference checks, qualification verification, right-to-work verification, and criminal history screening where relevant to the role.
Compliance with the necessary combination of these checks is a condition of employment at UNSW.
How to apply:
Please click on Apply now to apply online. Applications should not be sent to the contact listed below. Please provide a resume and a separate document addressing the skills and experience listed in the Position Description. A copy of the Position Description can be found on JOBS@UNSW.
Contact
Frank McHenry, Talent Acquisition Associate
Applications close: Tuesday 4th August before 11.30pm Sydney time
UNSW is committed to equity diversity and inclusion. Applications from women, people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, those living with disabilities, members of the LGBTIQ+ community; and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, are encouraged. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff. The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.
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