Careers at UniSC

• Student Services | UniSC Sunshine Coast, Sippy Downs or UniSC Moreton Bay, Petrie
• Level 6, $95,986 - $103,873 p.a., plus up to 17% employer superannuation
• Full-time, fixed term appointment until March 2027

The Opportunity

Student Services plays a central role in delivering a high-quality student experience at UniSC, supporting students from admission through to graduation. The team provides critical services across student administration, engagement, wellbeing, and success, ensuring students are well supported to achieve their academic goals and become job-ready graduates.

Within this environment, this role provides expert advice to students and staff on program progression, enrolment, and curriculum requirements. You will contribute to the management and integrity of curriculum data, support academic program changes, and work closely with stakeholders to ensure accurate, compliant, and efficient processes that enhance the student experience.

You will

• provide accurate and timely advice to students and staff on enrolment, progression, and program requirements;
• maintain and manage curriculum and student data within university systems; and
• support continuous improvement of processes, systems, and student service delivery.

About you

You are a detail-oriented and student-focused professional with experience working in a complex administrative or higher education environment. You bring strong analytical skills, sound judgement, and the ability to manage competing priorities.

You communicate effectively with a wide range of stakeholders and are confident providing advice, resolving issues, and contributing to improved systems and processes that support student success.

You will possess:

• Relevant degree or equivalent combination of experience and training;
• Experience working with student systems (e.g. PeopleSoft, CRM) and strong digital literacy;
• Knowledge of university policies, programs, or similar regulatory environments;
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organisational skills;
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills; and
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and contribute to continuous improvement

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: 494336_Student Program Advisor

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 10 May 2026. 

Your completed application must include: 

• a resume and a statement of suitability (not to exceed two pages), which 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:

Joyce Vlahopoulos
Manager Timetabling and Curriculum Data (Curriculum Data and Program Advice) - Student Services
Telephone: 07 5459 4613
Email: jvlahopo@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 and a growing footprint in major capital cities.

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 fields ranked well above world standard in the Excellence in Research for Australia (ERA) rankings, demonstrating outstanding performance across key disciplines. At UniSC, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the educational landscape and contribute to shaping the future for generations to come.

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.