Careers at UniSC

• Academic Support Unit, | UniSC Sunshine Coast, Sippy Downs
• Professional Level 5 - $80,236 - $90,420 p.a. plus up to 17% employer superannuation
• Full Time, ongoing appointment

The Opportunity

The Academic Support Unit (ASU) delivers high-level academic support services across UniSC’s multiple campuses. From work-integrated learning to technical operations and school administration, ASU is instrumental in ensuring innovative teaching, research excellence, and enriching student experiences. Our team plays a key role in upholding academic quality, compliance, and continuous improvement across the University.

As Accreditation Support Officer, you will provide vital administrative coordination and customer service to support curriculum and external accreditation activities across UniSC’s academic schools. This is a great opportunity to work at the intersection of academic governance and operational excellence within a collaborative, future-focused team.

You will:

• coordinate a range of accreditation and curriculum-related activities, including external reviews and program changes;
• support academic governance processes through committee work and policy compliance; and
• contribute to the continuous improvement of systems, processes, and documentation.

About you:

You are a detail-oriented and adaptable professional with strong administrative expertise and an ability to manage multiple priorities. Your excellent communication and interpersonal skills enable you to build strong relationships across diverse stakeholders and explain complex requirements with clarity and professionalism.

With a proactive and service-oriented mindset, you bring a collaborative spirit, a commitment to quality, and a passion for supporting higher education excellence.

You will possess:

• A relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent combination of experience and training;
• Demonstrated experience in high-level administrative roles with a strong customer service focus;
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to interpret policy, draft clear documentation, and support committee functions;
• A high level of digital literacy, including proficiency with Microsoft 365 (Teams, Word, Excel, Outlook, SharePoint, and OneNote);
• The ability to manage competing deadlines, maintain confidentiality, and respond flexibly to evolving priorities;
• Experience working within a governance or compliance-focused environment is highly desirable; and
• Willingness and ability to travel between UniSC campuses as required.

UniSC is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, including those with disabilities, women in STEM, First Nations Peoples, and individuals of diverse cultures, genders, abilities, and experiences. We value achievement relative to opportunity and encourage your commentary on your achievements in this context. For additional support during the application process, please contact us at unisc-careers@usc.edu.au or call +61 7 5430 2830.

Position Description: 493638 - Accreditation Support Unit

UniSC values a diverse and talented workforce and invites applications from candidates who already have legal work rights in Australia.

All applications must be lodged through our website. To apply please visit our website at: Careers at UniSC

Applications for this position close midnight, Sunday 28 September 2025.   

Your completed application must include:

• a resume and a statement of suitability (not to exceed two pages), which will be reviewed in alignment to the specified selection criteria as outlined within the position description.

Further information regarding how to prepare your application is available on our website: Join our team

UniSC does not accept unsolicited applications. For agency inquiries, contact unisc-careers@usc.edu.au

We would love the opportunity to get to know you better, but we know it works both ways. To get to know a little more about us, visit us at: Welcome to UniSC and LinkedIn Life

Have questions or want to know more? For a confidential discussion, please contact:

Georgi McAdam
Team Leader, School Accreditation Support – Academic Support Unit
Email: gmcadam@usc.edu.au

Discover UniSC

We're all about doing work that matters, connecting with great people, and being part of an incredible journey. We’re not the biggest university. But we’re growing every day, and doing big things. Like ground-breaking research, championing sustainability, producing gold-winning athletes and award-winning alumni.

We're one of the fastest growing universities in Australia, growing to over 2,000 people across 5 campuses in South East Queensland.

Teaching excellence is at the heart of what we do, and our commitment to sustainability is integrated into our teaching, research, and daily operations. Our research tackles the most pressing challenges of our time, with 13 research fields ranked well above world standard, characterised by evidence of outstanding performance according to the Excellence Research for Australia Rankings. At UniSC you will have the opportunity to contribute to the educational landscape for future generations.

We foster a collaborative and supportive environment, encouraging continuous professional development and providing resources to enhance your career. We recognise and value the contributions of each team member to our culture and success. We're not afraid to be different, and we're looking for people who share our values and want to be part of a team that is working together to improve our local and global challenges.

Our Culture & Benefits:

• Our collaborative, passionate and welcoming culture is what really sets us apart.
• Modern teaching & research facilities.
• Professional development and career pathway opportunities.
• We are a proud recipient of the prestigious Athena SWAN Bronze Award, granted as part of the Science in Australia Gender Equity (SAGE) initiative.
• Flexible work arrangements & generous leave options.
• Salary packing options + 17% Super.
• EAP, fitness passport & discounted private health.