Library Assistant, Special Collections

About The Team

The Library is primarily responsible for delivering information resources and services that support learning, teaching, and research across the academic community.

Within the Library, the Resources and Collection section oversees the acquisition, access, metadata creation, and overall management of the University’s physical and digital collections, including Special Collections.

Your New Role!

Under the direction of the Senior Library Officer, Special Collections, this role supports a range of activities including sorting, indexing, digitising, preserving and storing materials within the Special Collections.

Your key responsibilities will include –

Sort and sleeve materials for digitisation.

Indexing and data entry.

Support collection maintenance activities and performing other duties as required.

Please refer to the Position Description for further details.

What We Offer You!

This casual role attracts a competitive casual rate of $39.33p/hr – $40.50 p/hr inclusive of 25% casual loading plus 12% employer superannuation contributions. 

You’ll 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:

Enjoy a 2% salary increase under the Enterprise Agreement, effective July 2026

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 you’ll bring to the role:

Completion of Year 12; or equivalent relevant experience or combination of relevant experience and education/training.

Demonstrated ability to work accurately with attention to detail.

Demonstrated ability to work flexibly and effectively and to manage competing priorities.

Demonstrated ability to work independently and cooperatively in a variety of teams as required.

Experience in the effective use of software applications and library management systems.

Good analytical and problem-solving skills.

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

Please see the Applicant Guide for more information. 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.

Contact Us

For enquiries about the opportunity on offer please reach out to Sharon Woodgate-Outram, Senior Library Officer, Special Collections, Sharon.Woodgate-Outram@murdoch.edu.au and quote JR105108 as the reference.

Applications Close on 26 April 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.