Job Description
Job no: 0063486
Location: Parkville
Role type: Full-time; Continuing
Faculty: Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences
Department: Graduate Research Office
Salary: UOM 6 – $+6,45+ - $104,413 p.a. plus 17% super
As required by clause 1.15.+ of the 2026 EA, current casual or fixed-term employees of the University will be provided with 7 days of prior opportunity to apply for and be considered for vacant continuing positions if they meet the following criteria:
they have been employed by the University over two or more semesters and over two consecutive calendar years,
they have been employed on a 0.5 FTE or more time fraction, and
they have the skills, experience, qualifications, and expertise required by the Selection Criteria.
In addition, redeployment candidates will be given a prior opportunity under the Recruitment and Appointment Policy together; this cohort is known as Priority Applicants.
Lead and deliver projects, events, and initiatives to enhance graduate research experiences within MDHS.
Collaborate with key stakeholders to drive impactful change and ensure compliance in graduate research, supporting faculty growth.
Salary packaging, subsidised health and wellbeing services, fitness and cultural clubs, Myki discounts, and a 25% discount on graduate courses to our staff and their immediate families!
About the Role
The Graduate Research Engagement and Project Officer plays a vital role in supporting graduate researchers, academic supervisors, and professional staff within the Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry, and Health Sciences (MDHS). Reporting to the Graduate Research Team Coordinator, this position is responsible for delivering projects, events, and initiatives that enhance engagement with graduate research, while collaborating closely with key stakeholders to ensure compliance and support the Faculty's strategic goals.
Your responsibilities will include:
Plan, coordinate and deliver a range of complex administrative tasks to drive projects, events and collaborative activities for MDHS graduate research.
Work collaboratively with stakeholders of the Graduate Research Office to deliver collaborative activities, events and implement initiatives including policy changes across the MDHS faculty.
Create and maintain through continuous review of MDHS content on relevant websites and platforms to ensure compliance with University of Melbourne policies.
Who We Are Looking For
The successful candidate will possess strong project and change management skills, coupled with excellent interpersonal and communication abilities, enabling them to influence and drive change effectively. They will excel in both independent and collaborative work, demonstrate high-level analytical problem-solving skills, and be adept at managing data and learning new software in a dynamic environment.
You will also have:
A relevant degree with experience within the higher education sector; or a combination of relevant experience and education/ training.
Demonstrated high-level project and change management skills and the ability to deliver projects within expected standards and timeframes.
Ability to work collaboratively and flexibly both in a team and independently, in an environment with changing demands.
For further information regarding responsibilities and requirements, please refer to the attached PD.
This role requires that the successful candidate must undergo and maintain an up-to-date Working with Children Check. This is essential to guarantee a secure environment for all individuals at the University. In the case the selected candidate doesn't have a valid Working with Children Check, they will be able to apply for the WWCC as part of the initial onboarding procedures.
Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.
Your New Team – Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry & Health Sciences
The Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences is a diverse faculty renowned for its research excellence, teaching, training, and policy leadership across the breadth of medical, biomedical and health science fields.
Led by the Dean, Professor Jane Gunn, the faculty is Australia’s overall leader in clinical, pre-clinical and health sciences, and sits at the heart of a flourishing ecosystem of globally recognised health and biomedical organisations across Victoria. Partnerships are key to our continued success in education, research and enhancing the health and wellbeing of our communities.
What We Offer You!
In addition, we offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a range of benefits, including generous leave provisions, salary packaging, health and well-being services and discounts on graduate courses. For more information, check out our benefits page!
About the University of Melbourne
We’re tightly connected with the community, both at home and abroad. 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 and stay connected with our stories and people on LinkedIn.
Be Yourself
The University of Melbourne values the unique backgrounds, experiences and contributions that each person brings to our community and welcomes and celebrates diversity. First Nations people, those identifying as LGBTQIA+, parents, carers, people of all ages, abilities and genders, and people of diverse ethnicity, nationality and faith are encouraged to apply. Our aim is to create a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live. For more information please visit our Diversity and Inclusion page.
We are dedicated to ensuring barrier free and inclusive practices to recruit the most talented candidates. If you require reasonable adjustments, please contact the employee listed on the first page of the found below, with an email containing your name and contact details for a confidential discussion. Please ensure your email is titled "Reasonable Adjustments Request".
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians, with unprecedented investment to attract, nurture and retain Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and staff. Tangible support through a range of programs and initiatives will ensure that you personally succeed and flourish while at the University of Melbourne.
For further information, including our 2026-2027 Indigenous strategy please visit -https://about.unimelb.edu.au/reconciliation/murmuk-djerring
Join Us!
If you feel this role is right for you, please apply with the following documents:
Resume
Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience
The responses against the Selection Criteria^ (found in the )
^For information to help you with compiling short statements to answer the selection criteria and competencies, please go to http://about.unimelb.edu.au/careers/selection-criteria
If you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please feel free to contact Brett Verity via email at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au, ensuring that you include the Position Number and the Job Title as the subject. Please do not share your application to this email address.
If you have any particular questions regarding the job please follow the details listed on the .
Please note that in the event of sourcing a suitable candidate, the closing date for applications may be brought forward, and the job vacancy may be closed. Therefore, we encourage interested individuals to submit their applications promptly.
Advertised: 23 Aug 2026 12:05 AM AUS Eastern Standard Time
Applications close: 08 Sep 2026 11:55 PM AUS Eastern Standard Time
Location: Parkville
Role type: Full-time; Continuing
Faculty: Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences
Department: Graduate Research Office
Salary: UOM 6 – $+6,45+ - $104,413 p.a. plus 17% super
As required by clause 1.15.+ of the 2026 EA, current casual or fixed-term employees of the University will be provided with 7 days of prior opportunity to apply for and be considered for vacant continuing positions if they meet the following criteria:
they have been employed by the University over two or more semesters and over two consecutive calendar years,
they have been employed on a 0.5 FTE or more time fraction, and
they have the skills, experience, qualifications, and expertise required by the Selection Criteria.
In addition, redeployment candidates will be given a prior opportunity under the Recruitment and Appointment Policy together; this cohort is known as Priority Applicants.
Lead and deliver projects, events, and initiatives to enhance graduate research experiences within MDHS.
Collaborate with key stakeholders to drive impactful change and ensure compliance in graduate research, supporting faculty growth.
Salary packaging, subsidised health and wellbeing services, fitness and cultural clubs, Myki discounts, and a 25% discount on graduate courses to our staff and their immediate families!
About the Role
The Graduate Research Engagement and Project Officer plays a vital role in supporting graduate researchers, academic supervisors, and professional staff within the Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry, and Health Sciences (MDHS). Reporting to the Graduate Research Team Coordinator, this position is responsible for delivering projects, events, and initiatives that enhance engagement with graduate research, while collaborating closely with key stakeholders to ensure compliance and support the Faculty's strategic goals.
Your responsibilities will include:
Plan, coordinate and deliver a range of complex administrative tasks to drive projects, events and collaborative activities for MDHS graduate research.
Work collaboratively with stakeholders of the Graduate Research Office to deliver collaborative activities, events and implement initiatives including policy changes across the MDHS faculty.
Create and maintain through continuous review of MDHS content on relevant websites and platforms to ensure compliance with University of Melbourne policies.
Who We Are Looking For
The successful candidate will possess strong project and change management skills, coupled with excellent interpersonal and communication abilities, enabling them to influence and drive change effectively. They will excel in both independent and collaborative work, demonstrate high-level analytical problem-solving skills, and be adept at managing data and learning new software in a dynamic environment.
You will also have:
A relevant degree with experience within the higher education sector; or a combination of relevant experience and education/ training.
Demonstrated high-level project and change management skills and the ability to deliver projects within expected standards and timeframes.
Ability to work collaboratively and flexibly both in a team and independently, in an environment with changing demands.
For further information regarding responsibilities and requirements, please refer to the attached PD.
This role requires that the successful candidate must undergo and maintain an up-to-date Working with Children Check. This is essential to guarantee a secure environment for all individuals at the University. In the case the selected candidate doesn't have a valid Working with Children Check, they will be able to apply for the WWCC as part of the initial onboarding procedures.
Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.
Your New Team – Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry & Health Sciences
The Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences is a diverse faculty renowned for its research excellence, teaching, training, and policy leadership across the breadth of medical, biomedical and health science fields.
Led by the Dean, Professor Jane Gunn, the faculty is Australia’s overall leader in clinical, pre-clinical and health sciences, and sits at the heart of a flourishing ecosystem of globally recognised health and biomedical organisations across Victoria. Partnerships are key to our continued success in education, research and enhancing the health and wellbeing of our communities.
What We Offer You!
In addition, we offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a range of benefits, including generous leave provisions, salary packaging, health and well-being services and discounts on graduate courses. For more information, check out our benefits page!
About the University of Melbourne
We’re tightly connected with the community, both at home and abroad. 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 and stay connected with our stories and people on LinkedIn.
Be Yourself
The University of Melbourne values the unique backgrounds, experiences and contributions that each person brings to our community and welcomes and celebrates diversity. First Nations people, those identifying as LGBTQIA+, parents, carers, people of all ages, abilities and genders, and people of diverse ethnicity, nationality and faith are encouraged to apply. Our aim is to create a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live. For more information please visit our Diversity and Inclusion page.
We are dedicated to ensuring barrier free and inclusive practices to recruit the most talented candidates. If you require reasonable adjustments, please contact the employee listed on the first page of the found below, with an email containing your name and contact details for a confidential discussion. Please ensure your email is titled "Reasonable Adjustments Request".
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians, with unprecedented investment to attract, nurture and retain Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and staff. Tangible support through a range of programs and initiatives will ensure that you personally succeed and flourish while at the University of Melbourne.
For further information, including our 2026-2027 Indigenous strategy please visit -https://about.unimelb.edu.au/reconciliation/murmuk-djerring
Join Us!
If you feel this role is right for you, please apply with the following documents:
Resume
Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience
The responses against the Selection Criteria^ (found in the )
^For information to help you with compiling short statements to answer the selection criteria and competencies, please go to http://about.unimelb.edu.au/careers/selection-criteria
If you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please feel free to contact Brett Verity via email at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au, ensuring that you include the Position Number and the Job Title as the subject. Please do not share your application to this email address.
If you have any particular questions regarding the job please follow the details listed on the .
Please note that in the event of sourcing a suitable candidate, the closing date for applications may be brought forward, and the job vacancy may be closed. Therefore, we encourage interested individuals to submit their applications promptly.
Advertised: 23 Aug 2026 12:05 AM AUS Eastern Standard Time
Applications close: 08 Sep 2026 11:55 PM AUS Eastern Standard Time
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Graduate Research Engagement and Project Officer position is now open for candidates interested in the Health Jobs sector. This role in Melbourne offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Health Jobs is a plus.
