Outreach Officer STEM
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Job Summary
About The Team
Join a passionate and collaborative team dedicated to shaping the student experience at Murdoch University. The Student Experience Directorate brings together specialists across Future Students Outreach Student Enquiries Student Transition Scholarships Student Support and Careers working together to inspire guide and support students from their first interaction with the University through to graduation and beyond. United by a shared commitment to student success innovation and inclusion we are passionate about creating meaningful experiences that help students thrive.
Your New Role!
As the Outreach Officer (STEM) youll inspire the next generation of students to explore pathways in STEM and higher education through innovative and engaging outreach programs. Focusing on Mathematics Physical Sciences Engineering and IT youll develop and deliver hands-on workshops events and experiences for secondary school students across Western Australia.
Working collaboratively with academics researchers schools industry partners and Student Ambassadors youll build strong stakeholder relationships and create impactful programs that spark curiosity broaden aspirations and showcase the opportunities available at Murdoch University. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of young people while helping shape the future STEM workforce.
In this role you will:
Design and deliver engaging STEM outreach programs workshops and events for secondary school students.
Collaborate with academics researchers and Student Ambassadors to create impactful learning experiences.
Build strong relationships with schools teachers and community stakeholders across Western Australia.
Promote STEM pathways and study opportunities at Murdoch University helping students explore their future possibilities.
Please refer to the Position Description for further details.
What We Offer You!
This Fixed Term (12 Months) Full Time (37.5 hours per week) attracts a remuneration of $93K $112K (pro rata) plus 17% employer superannuation contributions.
Youll join a dynamic and talented team where diversity and innovation thrive. Our Silver-tier status in the Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) awarded in 2025 reflects our commitment to LGBTIQA inclusion equity and creating a safe welcoming environment for all. We strive to be the university of choice for First Nations peoples honouring Indigenous knowledge. Sustainability is central to our community and guided by clear confident leadership we are working toward an ambitious future with goals of net zero emissions and zero waste by 2030.
As well as the flexibility to maintain a work life balance our staff enjoy a vibrant natural campus with world-class facilities along with a variety of benefits including:
Flexible work arrangements
Cultural Load and allowance - providing up to $8944 per year to First Nations employees who are contributing cultural knowledge and perspectives beyond the scope of their role
Indigenous Language Allowance
Salary packaging options such as purchasing leave gym membership car parking permit
Employee Assistance Program
On-campus services and facilities such as a Childcare Centre Gym Vet Hospital and Chiropractic Clinic
For further information check out our benefits and services page!
Join us!
Please apply online via the Apply Now button along with submitting the following documents to support your application -
A cover letter including a statement addressing the selection criteria (with reference to the Position Description)
Your most recent resume (CV)
What youll bring to the role:
A relevant degree and demonstrated experience in outreach education engagement events or a related field or an equivalent combination of experience and training.
Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills with the ability to engage and influence a diverse range of stakeholders including students educators university staff and community partners.
Experience designing and delivering engaging learning activities workshops or programs with the ability to develop resources that support consistent and high-quality delivery.
Proven experience coordinating events or programs for young people with a strong focus on creating positive and inclusive participant experiences.
Current C Class drivers licence.
Please note the successful candidate will be required to have a valid working with children check or the ability to register for one & Department of Education Criminal Record Screening in accordance with the Universitys Criminal Record Screening Procedure and Employee Background Checks Procedure.
Applicants should refer to the Position Description for further details on the work requirements duties skills and experience required for this role. Applications sent by post or email will not be accepted.
Please note visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Applicants are expected to have current and valid work rights in Australia.
Contact Us
For enquiries about the opportunity on offer please reach out to Kerina Puttman Director Student Experience and quote JR105702 as the reference.
Applications Close on 9 September 2026 (11:59pm AWST)
The University reserves the right to withdraw this advertisement at any time.
Murdoch University acknowledges the different perspectives skills and experience that people from different backgrounds bring to strengthen its workforce. Murdoch University is committed to enhancing diversity in all its forms and strongly encourages suitably qualified candidates from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples women people with disability people of CaLD background and people of diverse genders to apply for this important position.
Murdoch University values workplace diversity promotes inclusion and strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders women and individuals with disability. Applicants who have support or access requirements are encouraged to advise this at the time of their application to ensure appropriate assistance is provided throughout the recruitment process.
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About Company
Murdoch was the second university established in Perth, Western Australia and has achieved a five-star rating for overall satisfaction, inclusiveness and employability by the QS Stars Assessment 2024, placing it among some of the leading universities in the world.
