Human Resources Advisor

About the Baker Institute

The Baker Heart and Diabetes Institute is an independent, internationally renowned medical research facility tackling the nation’s biggest health challenges — heart disease, diabetes and their complications. With more than 99 years of impact, we’re at the forefront of translating research into better health outcomes and longer, healthier lives.

The opportunity

We’re seeking a highly organised and solutions-focused HR Advisor to join our collaborative HR team.

This role provides broad operational and advisory HR support across the Institute while acting as System Administrator for the HR Information System (TechOne). You’ll play a key role in implementing new HRIS modules, improving HR processes and supporting and advising leaders and staff across the full employee lifecycle.

This role is based onsite, Monday to Friday (9.00am–5.00pm) at our Commercial Road, Melbourne location. Given the hands-on and collaborative nature of the position, a hybrid arrangement is not available.

How you'll make an impact

In this role you will :

• Act as the System Administrator for the HRIS (TechOne) and lead implementation, training and user support across the Institute.
• Partner with managers and staff to ensure HR practices are consistent, timely and customer-focused.
• Provide HR advice and operational support across recruitment, onboarding, contracts, performance and offboarding.
• Build, test and refine HR processes, documentation and workflows to drive efficiency and compliance.
• Maintain HR data integrity and generate reports and dashboards to support strategic decision-making.
• Manage immigration and compliance processes for international staff and visiting academics.
• Manage HR communications, induction materials and intranet updates.
• Contribute to policy reviews, workforce projects and HR initiatives that enhance engagement and capability.

What will you bring?

You will have :

• Tertiary qualification in Human Resources or related field. (essential)
• Extensive experience implementing new modules, training and maintaining an HRIS. (essential)
• Previous experience in a Medical Research Institute or academic environment. (highly desirable)
• Experience as a System Administrator for an HRIS (essential), ideally with TechnologyOne. (desirable)
• Strong stakeholder engagement, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication, organisation and attention to detail.

So, why join us?

Working at the Baker Institute offers generous salary packaging, an employee assistance program, a staff gym, and an active social club. Our offices and laboratories are adjacent to the Alfred Hospital and close to St Kilda Road, Chapel Street, and Fawkner Park.

How to apply

Submit your application via SEEK, including a cover letter and updated CV by Thursday, 6 November 2025.

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Should you have any questions or need more information, please don’t hesitate to contact our friendly HR team on recruitment@baker.edu.au.