• Play a vital role supporting rural medical education and student experience across Western Australia.
• Join a collaborative, purpose-driven team committed to improving rural health outcomes.
• Part-time (0.5 FTE) appointment on a fixed term basis for 5 months.
• Base salary range Level 5: $86,540 – $95,920 p.a. (pro-rata) plus 17% superannuation.

About the area

The Academic Services team delivers high-quality administrative and operational support to academic leaders, staff and students across the Faculty. With a strong focus on continuous improvement and service excellence, the team plays a critical role in enabling effective academic operations.

The Rural Clinical School of Western Australia (RCSWA) sits within the Medical School and facilitates rural clinical training for medical students from multiple universities. Spanning over 3,500 kilometres across metropolitan and regional locations, the RCSWA is dedicated to delivering a high-quality rural education experience and strengthening the rural healthcare workforce.

About the opportunity

• Provide end-to-end administrative support across a rural site, ensuring efficient office operations, systems coordination and service delivery.
• Act as a key point of contact for students and staff, responding to enquiries and providing guidance on policies, procedures and processes.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders across multiple sites to support academic activities and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

About you

• Demonstrated experience in a busy administrative or operations support role, ideally within higher education, healthcare, or a complex organisation.
• Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise competing deadlines and work autonomously.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with a commitment to delivering high-quality customer service.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and administrative systems (e.g. databases, spreadsheets, email platforms).
• A proactive, solutions-focused mindset with the ability to improve processes and contribute to team effectiveness.

Note: Employment checks will include information on gender-based violence, sexual harassment, and related misconduct to meet legal obligations. A current “C” class driver’s licence will be required by the successful applicant.

The RCSWA spans multiple rural sites and an urban centre node. Staff are required to be based at a nominated site.

Position description: Academic Services Officer - 523951.pdf

To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Robyn Fortune robyn.fortune@rcswa.edu.au

For enquiries on the recruitment process, please contact Talent Advisor at shelby.corrins@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 Friday, 24 July 2026

This position is only open to current UWA staff only.  

Please note: Unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted outside of formal channels.

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, supported by the freedom to innovate and inspire, 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 people@uwa.edu.au with details of your query. To enable a quick response, please include the 6-digit job reference number.