Reception - Part Time

THE CENTENARY INSTITUTE is a centre of excellence in medical research affiliated with the University of Sydney and the Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, Camperdown.  Researchers at Centenary are devoted to improving the quality of life for all Australians by striving to create better diagnostic tests and cure for cancer, childhood diabetes, asthma, allergies, sudden cardiac death in the young and infectious diseases.

Centenary has a 1 day per week vacancy for a friendly, well-presented and organised person to provide reception, customer service, and administrative support for Centenary’s scientists and staff, on a part time basis.  The hours are 8:30 to 5:00. When available, extra days may be available for holiday relief etc.

As the ideal candidate, you pride yourself on your professionalism, initiative and enthusiasm.  As this position involves liaising with a wide variety of people your communication will be clear and confident.

Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), strong attention to detail, excellent personal presentation and a great telephone manner are prerequisites for the role.  Additionally you are able to deliver great customer service.

This role will suit someone who is seeking a rewarding role far beyond monetary gain and who will get great satisfaction from working with like minded and dedicated colleagues. Salary will be dependant upon qualifications and experience. 

If you are a confident communicator, have sound reception experience, excellent keyboard skills, and the energy and commitment to contribute to a small team then, please email your application to:  recruitment@centenary.org.au

Applications MUST include:

- a covering letter,

- detailed resume, and

- full contact details of three recent professional referees.

To be eligible to apply for this position you must have an appropriate Australian or New Zealand work visa.

Applications close: Tuesday 1 July 2008