• Part-time (0.6 FTE) appointment on a fixed term basis 1/1/2025-31/03/2025.
• Base salary range: $100,524 – $111,534 p.a. (pro-rata) plus 17% superannuation.

About the area

The Graduate Research School (GRS) sits within the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research) portfolio. The GRS provides strategic and academic leadership and management to enhance graduate research training at the University. The GRS manages Admissions, Candidature, Examinations and Scholarship allocations for Higher Degree by Research (HDR) students and applicants, as well as providing skills and professional development to both students and supervisors.

About the opportunity

• Contribute effectively to the strategic planning for the management of HDR candidates with a view to achieving improvements in line with the University’s strategy.
• Assist in developing a culture of adherence by candidates and HDR supervisors to Government (e.g. HESF, TEQSA, AQF, ESOS, etc.) and UWA policies.
• Coordinate HDR candidature progression, providing timely feedback and related quality assurance processes.

 About you

• Relevant tertiary qualification or demonstrated equivalent competency.
• Substantial relevant experience in student administration, specifically with HDR candidates.
• Experience in the interpretation and application of relevant legislation and policies in a research environment.
• Knowledge of the strategic direction for research and research training in a University environment.

Position description:  POSITION DESCRIPTION Candidature Progression Coordinator (518534).docx

To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Heather Gordon at heather.gordon@uwa.edu.au

How to apply

Please apply online via the Apply Now button. The content of your Resume and Cover Letter should demonstrate how you meet the selection criteria.

Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on 25th October 2024.

 This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.

About the University

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top university.

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Our commitment to inclusion and diversity

UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We are committed to fostering a safe environment for all, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community, and people living with disability.

If you require any reasonable adjustments, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application. Alternatively, you can contact us for assistance during the recruitment process.

If you have queries relating to your application, please contact the individual named in the advertisement. Alternatively, please contact the Talent team at talent-hr@uwa.edu.au with details of your query. To enable a quick response, please include the 6-digit job reference number.