Expression of Interest - Casual Research and HDR Administration Officer (2026)

• Casual positions available for 2026 only, with variable hours and days based on operational needs.
• Based at Campbelltown campus.
• Casual rate HEW Level 6 $66.92 – $71.73 per hour (inclusive of casual loading).

Support HDR students, research events, grants, budgets and the Faculty of Health's research administration.

The Opportunity
The Faculty of Health are calling for an expression of interest for a casual Research and HDR Administration Officers who will play a vital role in supporting the effective coordination of research and Higher Degree Research activities.

In this role, you will provide high-level administrative support across research and HDR operations, assisting with candidature, admissions, examinations, scholarships, grants, ethics applications, reporting, events and other research-related activities. Working closely with academic and professional staff, you will help ensure research and HDR processes are delivered accurately, efficiently and in line with University requirements.

What Success Looks Like:

• Providing timely and accurate support to HDR students, academics and stakeholders.
• Coordinating research and HDR activities, events and communications effectively.
• Maintaining accurate records, documentation and reporting across research and HDR operations.
• Managing enquiries and shared mailboxes in a responsive and professional manner.
• Ensuring processes and activities are delivered in line with University requirements.

About You

• You have a relevant tertiary qualification and/or equivalent experience in administration.
• You're a proactive and organised administrator with strong attention to detail.
• You're comfortable using systems and databases to manage information and maintain accurate records.
• You enjoy working with a range of people and providing responsive, customer-focused support.
• You're able to manage competing priorities while ensuring work is completed accurately and in line with established processes.

Benefits
We invest in the people who make our mission possible. Alongside a rewarding career, we offer a range of benefits designed to support your financial, personal and family wellbeing.

• Financial benefits: Access to staff-only products and offers with selected banking partners, salary sacrifice options for onsite parking, and novated motor vehicle leasing.
• Health and wellbeing support: Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP), complimentary annual flu vaccination, eligibility for Fitness Passport membership, and access to discounted private health cover.
• Onsite childcare: Long day care and early learning services operate at our Campbelltown, Hawkesbury, Parramatta, and Penrith campuses. Staff may be eligible for discounted fees and salary packaging, with places subject to centre capacity.

Application Details

• Position Enquiries: Direct to Jodie Narayan, Research Operations Manager via [email protected]. Please include the job reference code REF1626W.
• Closing Date: 11:59pm, Tuesday 18 August 2026.
• Working Rights: You must provide evidence of your working rights in Australia at application.
• How to Apply: Please note that only applications submitted via the University’s online recruitment system will be considered. As part of your online application, you will be asked to respond to screening questions addressing the key qualifications, experiences and skills required for this position.

Belonging at Western
We are committed to substantive equality as outlined in our Equal Opportunity Policy. We actively encourage applications from Indigenous Australians, candidates of all gender identities and expressions, people of all abilities, and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

For Reasonable Adjustments during the application process, please contact [email protected].

About Western
This is your opportunity to be part of something bigger. By joining Western Sydney University, you become a valued member of our community. As our region changes, so too does our university. Western is boldly different, energetic, global, diverse, dynamic, and youthful.

Our mission is to deliver student success, impactful research, and stronger communities. As part of our team, you will have a stake in shaping the future of education, broadening horizons, and changing lives. Making a difference starts at Western.

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