Faculty of Health, Medicine and Behavioural Sciences Full-time, fixed-term position for up to 12 months Base salary will be in the range $80,523.29 - $89,505.38 17% Superannuation (HEW Level 5) Based at our Herston or St Lucia Campus About This Opportunity We are seeking a friendly and motivated Student and Academic Administration Officer in the Faculty of Health, Medicine and Behavioural Sciences to provide high quality customer service through the delivery of friendly, helpful, accurate, and informative advice and services to students, professional and academic staff. This position is responsible for completing a diverse range of administrative processing tasks and associated day-to-day problem resolution and maintenance of administrative systems. We currently have 2 positions: 4-5 month position based at Herston Up to 12-month position based at St Lucia. Key responsibilities will include : Provide administrative support to the Faculty’s Student and Academic administration team, enhancing the teaching and learning profile. Collate and provide information, recommendations, and secretariat support on appeals, grievances, and misconduct in line with University policies and legislation. Liaise with students, staff, and stakeholders, ensuring accurate information on academic matters, and assist with updates to publications and academic procedures. Process applications and documentation for students in relation to admission, progression, examinations, class-sign on, study abroad, enrolment, surveillance and other student administrative tasks. For a full position description please contact: talentuq.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: 26 weeks paid parental leave or 26 weeks paid primary caregiver leave 17% superannuation contributions 17.5% annual leave loading Access to flexible working arrangements including hybrid working options, flexible start/finish times, and a condensed fortnight 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 UQ Study for Staff Salary packaging options About You Demonstrated experience within a similar experience providing a foundation in administrative functions. A sound understanding of student and academic administration processes, with the ability to quickly gain knowledge and adapt to institutional procedures and policies. Demonstrated ability to effectively manage time, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines while maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail in all written work. Strong initiative and judgment skills, capable of working independently with minimal supervision, and taking ownership of tasks and projects. Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills, enabling effective interaction with students, staff, and stakeholders, while delivering high-quality customer service. Experience in a tertiary education environment or similar large organization, along with knowledge of student administration systems (e.g., SI-net, Business Objects, InPlace), and proficiency in Microsoft Office and CRM systems, is highly desirable. The successful candidate may be required to complete a number of pre-employment checks, including: right to work in Australia, criminal check. Questions? For more information about this opportunity, please contact for St Lucia Meg Cridland m.cridlanduq.edu.au or for Herston Melissa Vickery m.vickeryuq.edu.au . For application queries, please contact talentuq.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: Cover letter summarising how your background aligns to the ‘About You’ section Resume Please state which location and duration of fixed term position is of interest to you 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 talentuq.edu.au for accessibility support or adjustments. Applications close Sunday 9th March at 11.00pm AEST (R-48298). Please note that interviews have been tentatively scheduled for 20th March.