"Research Projects and Communications Officer"

Full-time, Fixed Term Appointment for 2 Years

Reference number: 151105490

About the position

As Australia’s first private, not-for-profit university, Bond University based in Robina on the Gold Coast seeks to be recognised internationally as a leading independent university, imbued with a spirit to innovate, a commitment to influence and a dedication to inspire tomorrow's professionals who share a personalised and transformational student experience.

• Be part of an institution that fosters cutting-edge research and innovation
• Excellent team environment with professional growth opportunities
• Experience a dynamic role encompassing a wide range of tasks

Position Reference No: 151105490

Join Australia’s top university for teaching* and enjoy staff benefits including:

• Free staff car parking
• 36.75 hour standard work week
• Access to flexible/work from home arrangements#
• Up to 18/26 weeks of parental leave#
• Salary packaging options for FBT and Non-FBT items#
• 17.5% of base salary leave loading
• Staff wellbeing program
• Free & Confidential Employee Assistance Program available for all staff
• Study assistance for staff and dependents#
• Corporate health and finance discounts
• Onsite Medical Centre and Counselling Services
• Onsite Sports Centre including gym, fitness classes and pool#

About the Position

Bond University’s Institute for Evidence-Based Healthcare supports the Faculty of Health Sciences and Medicine’s mission to empower people to improve health through collaboration, innovative education and research. 

This role supports the planning, management and communication of the Institute’s consumer-driven world-class research through the provision of proactive administrative support. 

Under the guidance of the Research Manager, the successful candidate will work with Bond’s research and business support services, including partnerships and communications specialists, to provide general administrative support to researchers and to amplify the impact of Institute’s research programs.

About the person

The successful candidate will demonstrate the following:

• Highly developed administrative support skills and proficiency with information technology
• Experience working in higher education, preferably in a research support role
• Effective time management skills, including the ability to prioritise, problem solve, meet deadlines and follow through to completion of tasks
• Ability to work within a team environment, exercising initiative and judgement
• Strong communication skills, including the use of digital media tools
• A high level of accuracy and attention to detail

Salary details

The salary for the position commences at $83,210.75 per annum, plus 12% superannuation. 

Please note: The fixed term of this employment contract will be for up to two years, with twelve months' probation. The prospect of conversion to a continuing employment contract will be discussed at the end of the contract term.

Additional information

Position-related enquiries can be directed Nicola Hodgman, Research Manager, IEBH at [email protected] or 07 5595 2627.

Application and submission details

For further details regarding this appointment, please reference the Position Description and Selection Criteria. 

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Please ensure your application includes:

• A current resume
• A cover letter addressing the Selection Criteria outlined in the Position Description above

For current Bond University staff, apply directly via People Connect, log in with staff credentials, from the Home dashboard select Careers, select the role and apply.

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Applications close: 11:59pm, Tuesday 18 November 2025

Applicants must have current work rights in Australia at the time of application. This status will be verified as part of the recruitment process.

Please note, the successful applicant will be required to produce a certified copy of their highest qualification received prior to commencement of duty.

Conditions of employment are offered under a Bond Workplace Agreement (BWA).

Bond University is an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage our students and staff to respect individuality, inclusiveness and diversity. In line with Bond University’s values, people from diverse backgrounds, women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people who identify as LGBTIQ+, and people with a disability are encouraged to apply for positions at the University**.

Please advise the Talent Acquisition Team if you require any reasonable accommodations to assist you at anytime during the recruitment process. 

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