• Graduate Research School | UniSC Sunshine Coast, Sippy Downs
• Level 6, $95,986 - $103,873 p.a., plus up to 17% employer superannuation
• Full-time (36.25 hours per week), fixed-term appointment until Feb 2027 (parental leave backfill)

The Opportunity

UniSC’s Graduate Research School is central to the quality, integrity and impact of our Higher Degree Research (HDR) community. As the HDR Partnerships, Scholarships and Admissions Officer, you will work at the intersection of policy, partnerships and people, providing accurate advice, efficient service and compliant processes across HDR admissions and scholarship pathways. You will support the end-to-end HDR lifecycle, collaborating with academic staff, HDR candidates, internal teams and external partners to manage complex arrangements with precision, judgement and care, while contributing to continuous improvement. This role suits someone who enjoys translating policy into practical solutions, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and is motivated by supporting research excellence.

For more information, please visit us online Graduate Research School

You will

• Ensure efficient and effective administration of partnerships, scholarships and admissions functions, which includes maintaining student records, undertaking quality assurance practices and regularly reviewing current processes;
• Manage and implement relevant policies and procedures and monitor legislation to ensure compliance; and
• Liaise with other UniSC departments on all matters related to HDR partnerships, scholarships and admissions.

About you

You are a detail-oriented professional who thrives on working with complex information while maintaining sight of the bigger picture. You bring sound judgement, calm and practical problem-solving skills, and a strong customer-focused approach. Comfortable interpreting and applying legislation and policy, you can communicate complex requirements clearly and build effective relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders. You take pride in accuracy, enjoy improving systems and processes, and are motivated by work that supports research, learning, and discovery.

You will possess:

• Completion of a degree with subsequent relevant experience, or extensive experience in HDR administration and/or HDR scholarship administration, or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training;
• Demonstrated high-level skills in interpreting and applying legislation;
• Experience with developing and maintaining policies and procedures and undertaking and implementing business process improvements;
• Strong organisational and administrative skills with the ability to maintain accuracy and strong attention to detail;
• Demonstrated ability to prioritise own and others workload;
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to show initiative; and
• Demonstrated high-level written, oral and interpersonal skills, including the ability to effectively liaise and negotiate with people at all levels.

Desirable:

• Experience with TechOne ECM, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) software (Oracle Service Cloud), SONIA work integrated learning software, Tactiv Enquire, Umbraco web editing and PeopleSoft.

Don't meet every requirement? At UniSC, we understand that your work and life experiences can be just as valuable. If you're excited about this role but your CV doesn't align perfectly with our position description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or one of our many other opportunities.

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:  494520_HDR Partnerships, Scholarships and Admissions Officer.pdf

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 14 June 2026.

Your completed application must include:

• a resume, and a response to selection criteria. Noting that within the application form, we will request a statement addressing each of the selection criteria contained 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:

Mrs Jodie Winning
HDR Partnerships, Scholarships and Admissions Coordinator – Graduate Research School
Email: jthomas2@usc.edu.au

Discover UniSC

We’re all about doing work that matters, connecting with great people, and being part of an incredible journey. While we’re not the largest university, we are one of the fastest growing in Australia, now with over 2,000 staff across five campuses in South East Queensland and an expanding presence in major capital cities, and we’re making a big impact every day through ground-breaking research, a strong commitment to sustainability, high-performance sport, and award-winning alumni.

We are committed to delivering high-quality research and teaching that address major global and regional challenges, with established and emerging strengths in sustainability, environmental systems, biodiversity, aquaculture, preventative health and regional resilience. Our research excellence is internationally recognised through strong performance in global benchmarking, including leading rankings in the 2025 Times Higher Education (THE) Impact Rankings for “Zero Hunger,” “Climate Action” and “Life on Land.” UniSC is also recognised for its teaching excellence, with a strong emphasis on student success, innovative and engaging learning experiences, and strong graduate outcomes that equip learners to make meaningful contributions in their chosen fields. As the only university operating within three UNESCO Biosphere Reserves and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, UniSC is uniquely positioned to leverage its natural environment to advance impactful research, teaching and partnerships that support sustainable futures, with sustainability embedded across all aspects of our teaching, research and operations.

We foster a collaborative and supportive environment that encourages continuous professional development and provides the tools and resources to grow your career. We value the contributions of every team member and the role they play in our culture and success. We’re not afraid to do things differently, and we’re looking for people who share our values and want to be part of a team working together to make a meaningful difference to 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.