"Teaching Operations Officer"

Job Description:

• Play a key role in supporting the delivery of high-quality teaching programs across the University.
• Join a collaborative team committed to continuous improvement and best practice in academic administration.
• Full-time appointment on an ongoing basis.
• Base salary range: $83,212 – $92,231 p.a. plus 17% superannuation.

About the area

College Services provides academic administration and technical support services to the University’s schools, including Heads of School, academic staff and research students. The Schools Operations team delivers essential teaching and administrative support, ensuring smooth coordination of timetabling, assessments, and student services. Our focus is on efficiency, collaboration, and enhancing the student experience.

About the opportunity

• Provide high-level administrative support for teaching programs, including timetabling, assessments, and LMS administration.
• Contribute to process improvements and best practice initiatives across Schools Operations.
• Work collaboratively with academic and professional staff to deliver exceptional service and respond to changing demands.

About you

• Relevant tertiary qualifications or equivalent experience in administration.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise and meet deadlines.
• Highly developed written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in a range of computing applications, including spreadsheets, databases, and LMS platforms.
• Ability to work independently, show initiative, and thrive in a team environment.

Position description: PD - Teaching Operations Officer (522303).pdf

To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Tish Pinkus at tish.pinkus@uwa.edu.au - Please note, the University is shutdown from 19th December 2025 - 5 January 2026, any queries will be responded to upon our return.

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 Friday, 16 January 2026

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.