Role type: Full-time; Continuing
Faculty: Engineering and Information Technology
Department : Graduate Research
Salary: UoM 7 - $111,275 - $120,453 p.a. (pro rata for part-time) plus 17% super

• Strategic and operational leadership across the graduate research lifecycle in collaborative and ambitious FEIT portfolio
• Apply now to lead and shape a diverse, highly engaged graduate research community.
• Investing in you – 17% superannuation, benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities.

The University of Melbourne
We take pride in our people, who all contribute to our mission to benefit society through the transformative impact of education and research. Discover more via our website.

Your next career opportunity
Graduate Research Coordinator (Admissions and Engagement)
You will lead admissions and engagement across the FEIT graduate research portfolio, attracting high-quality graduate researchers and strengthening industry partnerships, internships and scholarships.

You will lead a small, collaborative team, with a focus on service quality, continuous improvement, and delivering a strong experience for applicants, academics and partners.

Graduate Research Coordinator (Candidature and Experience)
You will lead candidature and experience for over 1,000 FEIT graduate researchers, supporting successful progression, completion and overall experience.

You will oversee enrichment, industry and international opportunities, lead a team, and contribute to service quality and continuous improvement across the graduate research portfolio.

You may be a great fit if you:

• Hold a relevant tertiary qualification or bring extensive experience in complex, service-focused environments.
• Demonstrate success leading teams, setting priorities and delivering high-quality operations under competing deadlines.
• Build strong relationships with academics, professional staff and industry partners, influencing outcomes with integrity and professionalism.
• Apply excellent organisational and analytical skills to solve problems, manage projects and improve processes.
• Communicate clearly in writing and in person, preparing reports, advice and presentations across a range of audiences.
• Bring experience in graduate research, admissions or industry engagement within tertiary education, or enthusiasm to develop quickly.

For further information please refer to the attached PD.

What we offer you!
We offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits to support your success and sense of fulfilment, including:

• Build future financial security with 17% superannuation
• Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being
• Career development opportunities, including access to a range of tailored programs, such as Academic Women in Leadership, and learning platforms including LinkedIn Learning

• Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balance and well-being, including leading parental leave, gender affirmation leave and cultural leave

• Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance, and access to unique cultural and recreational benefits such as discounts for the Melbourne Theatre Company

• Health and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program

Your new team
You will join the Graduate Research team within FEIT’s Research Services, supporting over 1,000 diverse graduate researchers. The team is ambitious, collaborative and service-oriented, partnering closely with academics, industry and central University services. We focus on delivering an excellent researcher experience, from admission through candidature, enrichment and industry engagement. You will be encouraged to contribute ideas, lead improvements and grow your expertise in graduate research administration.

Be Yourself
The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child-safe organisation. The diversity of our community enriches us all, and we are committed to creating an inclusive and fair workplace where everyone is valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. Discover more about Diversity and Inclusion at UniMelb.

We're committed to a barrier-free recruitment process and ongoing workplace support, providing adjustments throughout. We warmly encourage applications from people with disabilities. Learn more about how we support an accessible recruitment process.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians. Visit our Indigenous staff page to learn more about our investment and support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff.

Indigenous applicants are encouraged to connect with our Indigenous Employment & Development team at korin-korin@unimelb.edu.au .

Application essentials:

• Visit "apply with us" to learn more about the process, including tips and FAQs.
• You must have current valid work rights for Australia. Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.
• A Working with Children Check is required for all positions. If successful, we will guide you through the process and reimburse you.
• Please upload your resume and a cover letter outlining your interest and experience as part of the application process.
Please upload your responses to the Selection Criteria, found in the
• . Additionally, as part of your Key Selection Criteria, please list two strengths and a weakness giving specific examples that show your strengths and demonstrate how you manage the weakness

Want to know more?

• For questions related to our recruitment process email Brett Verity at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au
• For recruitment adjustments contact Kim Groizard on +61 3 9035 3218 or at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au (subject: 'Recruitment Adjustments').

Apply today and join a community that’s shaping the future.

Graduate Research Coordinator Admissions and Engagement.pdf

Graduate Research Coorindator Candidature and Experience.pdf