"Academic Services Officer"

Job Description:

• Play a key role in supporting rural medical education across Western Australia.
• Join a collaborative team committed to improving health outcomes in rural and remote communities
• Full-time appointment on a fixed term basis for 12 months.
• Base salary range: $83,212– $92,231 p.a. plus 17% superannuation.

About the area

The Rural Clinical School of Western Australia (RCSWA) is part of the UWA Medical School and provides rural clinical training for medical students from UWA, Curtin University, and the University of Notre Dame. Spanning over 3,500 km across multiple sites, RCSWA aims to deliver high-quality rural education, strengthen the rural health workforce, and improve health outcomes for regional and remote communities.

About the opportunity

• Provide administrative and academic support to students and staff at a rural clinical training site.
• Contribute to the development and improvement of office systems, policies, and procedures.
• Work closely with the Academic Services Team to deliver high-quality services across the Faculty.

About you

• Relevant tertiary qualifications or equivalent experience.
• Strong administrative background with excellent organisational skills.
• Proficiency in computing applications including Word, Excel, and databases.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a commitment to customer service.

Note: A current National Police Clearance Certificate and Working with Children Check will be required by the successful applicant.

Position description: PD - Academic Services Officer (521825).pdf

To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Robyn Fortune at robyn.fortune@rcswa.edu.au

How to apply

Please apply online via the Apply Now button. The content of your Resume and Cover Letter should demonstrate how you meet the selection criteria.

Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Sunday, 30 November 2025.

This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.

Please note: Unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted outside of formal channels.

About the University

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top university.

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Our commitment to inclusion and diversity

UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We are committed to fostering a safe environment for all, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community, and people living with disability.

If you require any reasonable adjustments, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application. Alternatively, you can contact us for assistance during the recruitment process.

If you have queries relating to your application, please contact the individual named in the advertisement. Alternatively, please contact the Talent team at people@uwa.edu.au with details of your query. To enable a quick response, please include the 6-digit job reference number.