Part time (0.6FTE), Two year fixed term position, with the possibility of extension. Located on the Camperdown Campus at the School of Physics Exciting opportunity to join the leading physics department in the country Base Salary $103 ,185 - $ 111,237 (HEO6) pro rata 17% superannuation About the opportunity The School of Physics is currently seeking a part time Project Manager - Astralis USYD to support Astralis projects by providing operational project management support and advice to ensure the efficient implementation of project plans, activities, and tasks across multiple workstreams. In this role you will liaise with various project stakeholders, fostering effective communication to ensure the successful achievement of project deliverables. Responsibilities will include monitoring milestones and deliverables, managing interactions with stakeholders, handling logistics such as meetings and events, and assisting with financial reporting and budget tracking. The role also involves resolving issues, adapting plans as needed, and performing additional duties within the scope of the position. Astralis Instrumentation Consortium (Astralis) is Australia’s national optical instrumentation capability drawing on experience, expertise and facilities from three leading universities – The University of Sydney, Macquarie University, and the Australian National University. Astralis-USyd is composed of a group of high-tech laboratories that focus on different aspects of astrophotonics: optical fiber fabricating and testing and development and modification of existing photonics technologies as well as their direct implementation to astronomical instruments. Astralis-USyd currently is building 6 astronomical instruments and the resources (both staff, equipment, lab space etc) will be managed by this role to ensure all projects deliver on their milestones. About you The University values courage and creativity; openness and engagement; inclusion and diversity; and respect and integrity. As such, we see the importance of recruiting talent aligned to these values and are looking for a Project Manager - Astralis USYD who has: project management experience with the ability to coordinate work stream project plans, overseeing the implementation of tasks and activities to ensure they align with the overarching project objectives experience within scientific or technical projects will be highly regarded, but is not essential experience monitoring budgets and expenditure, including the ability to prepare financial reports and identify any potential financial concerns strong communications skills to develop and maintain productive relationships with internal and external project stakeholders teamwork and collaboration experience strong numeracy and computer literacy, with advanced proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite high level organisational and time management skills Work Rights: you must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this employment to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment. Pre-employment checks Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment. EEO statement At the University of Sydney, our shared values are trust, accountability and excellence and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community that thrives through diversity and reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this through our commitment to diversity and inclusion , evidenced by our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People , women , people living with a disability , people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds , and those who identify as LGBTIQ . We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds. We are proud to be recognised as an Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) Gold employer. Find out more about our work on diversity and inclusion . How to apply Applications (including a cover letter, CV, and any additional supporting documentation) can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page. For employees of the University or contingent workers, please login into your Workday account and navigate to the Career icon on your Dashboard. Click on USYD Find Jobs and apply. For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or support filling out this application, please contact Rebecca Astar or Cherie Goodwin, Recruitment Operations, Human Resources at recruitment.sea@sydney.edu.au © The University of Sydney The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment. Click to view the Position Description for this role. Applications Close Wednesday 20 August 2025 11:59 PM
