About The Team
The Harry Butler Institute (HBI) is one of four Murdoch University research institutes delivering practical solutions that balance sustainability principles with economic growth. HBI is a world-class group of researchers. With strong links to government, business and the community, HBI is making a difference in addressing research challenges that will influence scientific endeavour
Your New Role!
The Research Support Assistant delivers comprehensive support at the Harry Butler Institute, enabling senior researchers to effectively progress their research projects.

Your key responsibilities will include, but are not limited to –

• Supporting a range of services to HBI under the direction of the Office Manager; including:
• Facilitating recruitment support and onboarding of new employees and exiting of staff,
• Facilitating financial administration processes associated purchasing and reimbursement requests,
• Facilitate travel booking requests; logistics and compliance, safety and ethics,
• Support the management of assets,
• Provide project support, including administration, invoicing, reporting and organising regular team meetings,
• Support and promote compliance with relevant legislation and university policies and procedures,
• Participate in committees and working parties related to HBI operations and research as required.

Please refer to the
Position Description
for further details.
What We Offer You!
This Fixed Term (ending 12/2025) | Part Time (22.5 hours per week - potential increased hours for the right candidate) attracts a remuneration of $71,000 – $88,000 (pro rata) plus 17% employer superannuation contributions.
You’ll join a dynamic and talented team where diversity and innovation thrive. Our Silver-tier status in the Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI), awarded in 2025, reflects our commitment to LGBTIQA+ inclusion, equity, and creating a safe, welcoming environment for all. We strive to be the university of choice for First Nations peoples, honouring Indigenous knowledge. Sustainability is central to our community and guided by clear, confident leadership, we are working toward an ambitious future with goals of net zero emissions and zero waste by 2030.

As well as the flexibility to maintain a work life balance, our staff enjoy a vibrant, natural campus with world-class facilities, along with a variety of benefits, including:

• Flexible work arrangements
• Cultural Load and allowance - providing up to $8,944 per year to First Nations employees who are contributing cultural knowledge and perspectives beyond the scope of their role
• Indigenous Language Allowance
• Salary packaging options – such as purchasing leave, gym membership, car parking permit
• Employee Assistance Program
• On-campus services and facilities, such as a Childcare Centre, Gym, Vet Hospital, and Chiropractic Clinic

For further information, check out our
benefits and services page
!
Join us!

Please apply online via the Apply Now button, along with submitting the following documents to support your application -

• A cover letter including a statement addressing the selection criteria (with reference to the Position Description)
• Your most recent resume (CV)

What you’ll bring to the role:

• Completion of a diploma level qualification with relevant work experience and/or an equivalent combination of relevant work experience and/or education/training.
• Experience in business operational support or office administration.
• High level of computer literacy and proficiency in the production of high-level work using software such as Microsoft Office and specified university software programs.
• High level of organisational, time and workload management skills, with the ability to prioritise workload to meet strict deadlines.
• Effective communication, customer service and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact constructively and collaboratively with staff at all levels of the organisation and external stakeholders.

Applicants should refer to the Position Description for further details on the work requirements, duties, skills and experience required for this role. Applications sent by post or email will not be accepted.
Please note visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Applicants are expected to have current and valid work rights in Australia.
Applicants who have support or access requirements, are encouraged to advise this at the time of their application, to ensure appropriate assistance is provided throughout the recruitment process.
Contact Us
For enquiries about the opportunity on offer please reach out to Treena Burgess, Executive Director, Harry Butler Institute
t.burgess@murcoch.edu.au
and quote JR103916 as the reference.
Applications Close on 27/07/2025 (11:59pm AWST)
The University reserves the right to withdraw this advertisement at any time.
Murdoch University acknowledges the different perspectives, skills and experience that people from different backgrounds bring to strengthen its workforce. Murdoch University is committed to enhancing diversity in all its forms and strongly encourages suitably qualified candidates from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, people with disability, people of CaLD background and people of diverse genders to apply for this important position.
Murdoch University values workplace diversity, promotes inclusion, and strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, women, and individuals with disability. Applicants who have support or access requirements, are encouraged to advise this at the time of their application, to ensure appropriate assistance is provided throughout the recruitment process

Your key responsibilities will include, but are not limited to –

• Supporting a range of services to HBI under the direction of the Office Manager; including:
• Facilitating recruitment support and onboarding of new employees and exiting of staff,
• Facilitating financial administration processes associated purchasing and reimbursement requests,
• Facilitate travel booking requests; logistics and compliance, safety and ethics,
• Support the management of assets,
• Provide project support, including administration, invoicing, reporting and organising regular team meetings,
• Support and promote compliance with relevant legislation and university policies and procedures,
• Participate in committees and working parties related to HBI operations and research as required

What you’ll bring to the role:

• Completion of a diploma level qualification with relevant work experience and/or an equivalent combination of relevant work experience and/or education/training.
• Experience in business operational support or office administration.
• High level of computer literacy and proficiency in the production of high-level work using software such as Microsoft Office and specified university software programs.
• High level of organisational, time and workload management skills, with the ability to prioritise workload to meet strict deadlines.
• Effective communication, customer service and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact constructively and collaboratively with staff at all levels of the organisation and external stakeholders