About the role

Mater Research is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Research Administration Officer to join the NHMRC Centre of Research Excellence in Stillbirth (Stillbirth CRE) based at Aubigny Place, South Brisbane. This full-time, maximum-term role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to meaningful research that aims to reduce stillbirth rates and improve care for families. You will provide essential administrative and research support to a dynamic team within Mater Research, helping to ensure seamless operations and impactful outcomes.

Salary range: $36.10 to $38.99 per hour plus superannuation and access to not-for-profit salary packaging up to $15,900  + access to many staff benefits! 

What you’ll be doing

In this role, you will coordinate and support a range of activities including organizing workshops, seminars, and meetings with comprehensive diary management, travel bookings, and catering arrangements. You will assist in maintaining the CRE’s website and managing its social media posting schedule to enhance communication and engagement. Providing secretariat support by preparing agendas, taking minutes, and managing action items will also be a key part of your responsibilities. Additionally, you will offer general administrative support to ensure the smooth and efficient running of the research team’s activities.

About you

To be considered for this position, you should have:

• Relevant tertiary qualifications and/or equivalent experience in research or administrative support
• Proven ability to coordinate events and manage complex schedules effectively
• Experience with website content management and social media platforms
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong attention to detail
• Ability to work independently, prioritise tasks, and problem-solve in a fast-paced environment
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build effective working relationships

Why join us?

Mater is Queensland’s largest not-for-profit healthcare provider, delivering exceptional care to nearly 700,000 patients each year across 11 (soon to be 12) hospitals. We’re leaders in healthcare, education,  fundraising & philanthropy and research — and it’s our people who make the difference.

We’re looking for passionate individuals to join our team and help shape the future of care. At Mater, you’ll be part of a purpose-driven organisation that values innovation, compassion, and excellence.

• Increase your take-home pay with generous salary packaging options, including meal and entertainment benefits
• Grow your career with access to industry-leading training and professional development through Mater Education
• Wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Program and on-site pastoral care teams
• Access a range of health and wellbeing services with a corporate discount on private health insurance
• Exclusive discounts across dining, retail, travel, accommodation (just to name a few!)
• Stay active with unlimited access to discounted gyms via the Fitness Passport program
• Convenient, discounted on-site parking
• Enjoy great food with reduced prices at our campus cafés and coffee spots
• Join Queensland’s Largest and Most Innovative Not-for-Profit Healthcare Team.

Be part of something bigger. Make your move with Mater. #MAKEYOURMATERMOVE

Applications close on the 4th of January 2026. Please note, we may contact applicants prior to the closing date, please do not hesitate to APPLY NOW!

Mater is committed to the wellbeing of their staff, and it is underpinned by our flexible and remote working policies.

Please Note: We will not require any support from Recruitment Agencies at this time and kindly request no contact is made. Only direct applications will be considered.

Mater Group is dedicated to creating a workplace that values diversity and inclusion. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and abilities. We believe in providing equal opportunities for all qualified candidates.

For more information regarding Reconciliation at Mater, please visit our Reconciliation webpage.

Mater ensures all children have an environment suitable for their safety and wellbeing through proper supervision and safeguarding practices.

Please be advised that our recruitment process may be temporarily paused for the holiday period. If this is the case for the role you have applied for, we may not start contacting applicants until January 2026. We appreciate your patience and look forward to connecting with you at that time