Australian Museum
Eureka Prizes Administrative Officer
Join us at the Australian Museum and help us to achieve our Mission to ignite wonder, inspire debate and drive change.
About the Project
The Australian Museum Eureka Prizes are the country’s most comprehensive national science awards, honouring excellence across the areas of research & innovation, leadership, science engagement, and school science.
Presented annually in partnership with some of the nation’s leading scientific institutions, government organisations, universities and corporations, the Eureka Prizes raise the profile of science and science engagement in the community by celebrating outstanding achievement.
About the Role
The Australian Museum (AM) is seeking a highly organised and proactive professional to provide administrative and event support for the AM Eureka Prizes.
This role is central to the successful delivery of the 2026 Eureka Prizes program, supporting finalist management, event coordination and communications across a fast-paced and high-profile project.
Employment Status:
- Clerk Grade 3/4
- Fixed Term up to end of June 2026
- Full Time, 35 hours a week
You will be paid a competitive annual salary of $84,659 – $92,701, plus employer’s contribution to superannuation (currently 12 %) and annual leave loading.
About you
We are seeking an organised and detail-oriented administrator with strong event coordination experience and excellent stakeholder management skills. You excel at managing multiple priorities, communicating clearly with diverse audiences, and delivering quality work under deadline pressure. You’re a collaborative team player who takes initiative and maintains high standards of professionalism and confidentiality.
Applications close: 10 am, Thursday 5 March 2026
