"Industry Engagement and Projects Coordinator"

Role type: Full-time

Faculty: Science

Department: Student and Academic Services

Salary: UOM 6 - $100,847 - $109,163 p.a. plus 17% super

• Drive industry partnerships for experiential learning / Manage STEM mentoring programmes / Enhance employability through innovative projects

Apply now to lead industry engagement initiatives and inspire the next generation of scientists with impactful learning experiences!

Your next career opportunity
As an Industry Engagement and Projects Coordinator, you'll play a crucial role in connecting students with industry partners to enhance their learning and employability. You'll manage the Faculty's STEM Industry Mentoring Programme, develop industry projects, and foster relationships with diverse stakeholders. This role offers you the chance to innovate, collaborate, and contribute to the Faculty's Education Strategy, while supporting students in their early career planning and professional development.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Work Integrated Learning: Develop and maintain industry partnerships for capstone subjects, ensuring timely and compliant project delivery.
• STEM Industry Mentoring Programme: Manage the mentoring programme, coordinating student recruitment, matching, and event management.
• Careers & Industry Projects: Collaborate on student engagement activities and support the development of industry experience programmes.
• Professional Development: Participate in the University Professional Development Framework and ensure compliance with University training requirements.

You may be a great fit if:

You will possess strong relationship-building skills, excellent organisational abilities, and a passion for enhancing student learning experiences through innovative industry engagement initiatives.

You may also:

• Have an undergraduate degree or equivalent experience in a similar role.
• Demonstrate experience in developing and maintaining stakeholder relationships in a tertiary education environment.
• Possess excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage and influence diverse audiences.
• Exhibit strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage competing demands.
• Be innovative and adept at problem-solving, proposing and implementing solutions effectively.

What we offer you!
We offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits to support your success and sense of fulfillment, including:

• Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being
• Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balance
• Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance
• Health and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program

Your new team – Student and Academic Services
Located within the Faculty of Science, Student and Academic Services (SAS) supports the development, delivery and quality assurance of teaching and learning activities. SAS manages essential functions in the following key areas: undergraduate and graduate coursework and research programs, student experience, outreach, scholarships and awards, and work-integrated learning (WIL).

Join Us and unlock your career potential!
If 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 Position Description)

Applications close: 9 March 2026 11:55 PM; Melbourne time zone.

Position Description: JR-005628 - Industry Engagement and Projects Coordinator_PD