Higher Degree Research Officer
Higher Degree Research Officer
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Job Description
The focus of the HDR Officer position is to provide administrative support and advice in the areas of Higher Degree Research (HDR) admissions enrolments and candidature management. The HDR Officer provides advice to Deans (Research) HDR Convenors Heads of Element and Element administrators and responds to HDR candidate enquiries relating to admission enrolment progression scholarship and credit with reference to HDR and University policies and procedures.
The HDR Officer is part of the GGRS Admissions and Candidature Team and reports to the Manager HDR Client Services.
About you
The successful candidate will hold a degree within a relevant discipline or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.
You will also have:
- Demonstrated high level interpersonal and communication (written and oral) skills with an ability to build effective working relationships with a variety of stakeholders.
- Well-developed organisational skills including the ability to work independently manage time effectively and interpret and apply relevant policy.
- Demonstrated commitment to providing quality customer service.
- Experience in the administration of student management and related systems.
- An understanding of Higher Degree Research programs (preferred).
What we can offer
This is a fixed term position (approx 12 months - backfill for parental leave) full-time position primarily based at Griffith University Brisbane South (Nathan). As Griffith is a multi-site University you may be required to work across other locations. Griffith Universitys campuses are located on the lands of the Yugarabul Yuggera Jagera Turrbal Yugambeh and Kombumerri peoples.
Salary Range
The full-time base salary for a HEW Level 6 is in the range $91843 - $97964 per annum plus 17% employer superannuation. The total package is in the range $107456 - $114618 per annum.
Additional Information :
Why Griffith
As a values-led organisation at Griffith University weve worked hard to create a dynamic and strong organisational culture. We offer:
- Wide range of Learning and Development opportunities
- Salary packaging options and corporate health discounts
- Generous leave entitlements including paid parental leave and leave loading
- Support with future learning opportunities through our educational staff assistance scheme
- Health Safety and Wellbeing initiatives on campus Gym facilities
How to apply
At Griffith were committed to providing a safe and inclusive environment for all - whoever you are and wherever youre from. If you require any accommodations we welcome you to let us know so we can work with you to participate fully in our recruitment experience.
Griffith University values diversity inclusion and flexibility and we encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and people of all backgrounds to apply. For more information please visit our Equity Diversity and Inclusion page. Griffith University also maintains a strict zero-tolerance policy against all forms of modern slavery. For more information please refer to Griffiths Modern Slavery Policy.
Please submit your application online and ensure it includes the following:
- A covering letter outlining your suitability for the role (please refer to the About you section above and the position description)
- Current curriculum vitae/resume including full contact details
Applicants must have unrestricted working rights. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
Successful candidates will be subject to a criminal history check.
For further information specifically about this role please contact Megan Gilchrist Manager for HDR Client Services via email:
For application support please contact People Services on (07)and quote reference number REF7926B.
Closing date: Wednesday 9 July 2025 at 11.59pm AEST. All applications must be submitted online.
Please allow at least 1 2 weeks from the closing date to expect an application update.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
Employment Type
Full-time
