Description:
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Medical School
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Full-time (100%), fixed-term position through until 31 December 2025.
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Base salary will be in the range $80,523 - $89,505 + 17% Superannuation (HEW Level 5)
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Based at Herston Campus
About This Opportunity
We are looking for a motivated and organised Student and Academic Administration Officer to join the Medical School's Student and Academic Administration team. This role involves providing exceptional customer service by delivering accurate and helpful advice and services to students, staff, and stakeholders. The position encompasses a variety of administrative tasks, day-to-day problem resolution, and maintenance of academic systems.
Key responsibilities will include:
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Provide timely and accurate information to students, staff, and stakeholders in line with University policies, procedures, and relevant legislation.
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Support the timetable and syllabus management for the MD program, including academic administration tasks such as course profile updates, exam paper production, and grade amendments.
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Assist with the review and implementation of processes to improve efficiency, including managing information across databases, websites, and publications.
For a full position description please contact talent@uq.edu.au
About UQ
As part of the UQ community, you will have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world.
Everyone here has a role to play. As a member of our professional staff cohort, you will be actively involved in working towards our vision of a better world. By supporting the academic endeavour across teaching, research, and the student life, you will have the opportunity to contribute to activities that have a lasting impact on our community.
Join a community where excellence is at the core of our culture, contributions are valued and a range of benefits and rewards are available, such as:
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Up to 26 weeks paid parental leave or 14 weeks paid primary caregiver leave
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17% superannuation contributions
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17.5% annual leave loading
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Access to flexible working arrangements including hybrid working options, flexible start/finish times.
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Health and wellness discounts – fitness passport access, free yearly flu vaccinations, discounted health insurance, and access to our Employee Assistance Program for staff and their immediate family
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UQ Study for Staff
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Affordable parking (from just $6.15 a day)
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Salary packaging options
About You
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Strong understanding of student and academic administration processes, with the ability to meet deadlines and maintain attention to detail.
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High-level communication skills, including the ability to work independently, collaborate with teams, and provide excellent customer service.
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Experience in a tertiary education institution or large organisation, with knowledge of student computer systems (e.g., Microsoft Office, SI-net, CRM systems) being desirable.
The successful candidate may be required to complete a number of pre-employment checks, including right to work in Australia and background check.
You must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply. Employer sponsored work rights are not available for this appointment.
Questions?
For more information about this opportunity, please contact Yvonne Chan. For application inquiries, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team at talent@uq.edu.au, stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line.
Want to Apply?
All applicants must upload the following documents in order for your application to be considered:
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Cover letter summarising how your background aligns to the ‘About You’ section
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Resume
Other Information
UQ is committed to a fair, equitable and inclusive selection process, which recognises that some applicants may face additional barriers and challenges which have impacted and/or continue to impact their career trajectory. Candidates who don’t meet all criteria are encouraged to apply and demonstrate their potential. The selection panel considers both potential and performance relative to opportunities when assessing suitability for the role.
We know one of our strengths as an institution lies in our diverse colleagues. We're dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion, fostering an environment that mirrors our wider community. We're committed to attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent. Reach out to talent@uq.edu.au for accessibility support or adjustments.
Applications close Tuesday 1 April at 11.00pm AEST (R-47601). Please note that interviews have been tentatively scheduled for Wednesday 9 April.