Project Support Officer

Job Description

• One of Australia’s leading research & teaching universities
• Vibrant campus life with a strong sense of community & inclusion
• Enjoy a career that makes a difference by collaborating & learning from the best

At UNSW, we pride ourselves on being a workplace where the best people come to do their best work.

The School of Physics is one of the leading Physics schools in Australia. It offers a world class undergraduate physics degree, as well as a postgraduate PhD research program for over 50 students. 33 academic staff conduct theoretical and experimental research in quantum physics, astrophysics, fundamental physics; and condensed matter physics. UNSW is an international leader in quantum computing research and hosts the ARC Centre for Quantum Computation and Communication Technology.

The Project Support Officer is responsible for supporting the recovery of research operations and assets following a significant incident of equipment damage in the School of Physics. This role will work closely with academic staff, UNSW Insurance, central professional services and external providers to resolve outstanding issues related to this incident and the associated insurance claim. This position plays a key role in supporting the impacted academic and technical staff in the school to ensure recovery activities are planned, prioritised and progressed efficiently, with accurate reporting, clear communication and sound administrative oversight.

This role requires strong organisational skills, sound judgement and the ability to work effectively in a complex, time‑sensitive environment with multiple stakeholders.

About the role

• $103K - $110K plus 17% superannuation and annual leave loading
• Fixed term – 7 months
• Full-time (35 hours per week)