Role type: Part-time (0.4 FTE); Fixed-term until August 2026
Faculty: Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry & Health Sciences
Department/ School: Melbourne School of Psychological Sciences
Salary: UOM 5 - $85,238- $97,906 p.a. plus 17% super

• Support leading psychology programs / Drive academic excellence / Enhance student experience
• Apply now to play a crucial role in administering top-tier psychology programs and supporting future mental health professionals
• Investing in you - benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities.

The University of Melbourne
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Your next career opportunity
As an Academic Programs Officer at the Melbourne School of Psychological Sciences, you'll be at the heart of one of Australia's leading psychology schools. You'll manage and administer a range of coursework and graduate research programs, ensuring a high-quality experience for students across various psychology disciplines. This role offers you the chance to support world-class teaching and research while developing your expertise in academic program management within a dynamic university environment.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Manage Academic Programs: Coordinate day-to-day activities associated with coursework and graduate research programs, ensuring equity of experience for all students.
• Support Teaching Staff: Provide high-level support to academic staff on teaching matters, including subject set-up and examination processes.
• Administer Student Services: Handle admissions, enrolments, and respond to student enquiries across various psychology programs.
• Ensure Compliance: Maintain integrity and security of examinations and results, adhering to university policies and procedures.
• Drive Continuous Improvement: Develop and maintain administrative systems to enhance support for teaching staff and students.

You may be a great fit if:
You are a detail-oriented professional with strong organisational skills, demonstrating excellent communication abilities and the capacity to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic academic environment.

You may also:

• Hold an undergraduate qualification in a relevant discipline or have equivalent experience.
• Demonstrate the ability to work effectively both in a team and independently.
• Possess excellent written and oral communication skills with high attention to detail.
• Show proficiency in student management systems and Microsoft Office applications.
• Have experience in planning and completing tasks within strict timeframes.
• Exhibit strong interpersonal skills for liaising with diverse stakeholders.
• Embody the Faculty values of service excellence and collaborative teamwork.

For further information please refer to the attached PD.

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
  

For more information check out our benefits page!

Your new team - Melbourne School of Psychological Sciences
The Melbourne School of Psychological Sciences, ranked among the top schools of psychology in Australia and globally, offers an unparalleled opportunity to make a profound impact in the field. With a focus on excellence in research and teaching, the School attracts exceptional students and fosters a vibrant community of academic, teaching, and research professionals. Collaborative research links with prestigious institutions and departments further enrich the academic environment.

Be Yourself
The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child-safe organisation. We believe the diversity of our community enriches us all, and we are committed to creating an inclusive and fair workplace where everyone is valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. Discover more about Diversity and Inclusion at UniMelb.

We're committed to a barrier-free recruitment process and ongoing workplace support, providing reasonable adjustments throughout. We warmly encourage applications from people with disabilities. For assistance, please contact Kim Groizard on +61 3 9035 3218 or at [email protected] (subject: 'Recruitment Adjustments'). Contact details for other enquiries are located at the bottom of this page.

Find more information for applicants requiring reasonable adjustments.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians. Our Indigenous strategy, Murmuk Djerring outlines our investment and support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff and students.

Indigenous applicants are encouraged to connect with our Indigenous Employment & Development team at [email protected] for further information and support.

Please note: This role requires current valid work rights for Australia. Visa sponsorship is not available.

A Working with Children Check (WWCC) is required for all positions. If successful, we'll guide you through the WWCC application process during onboarding and reimburse the cost.

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)
  

Learn more about the application process, including tips and FAQs.

For recruitment queries, email Vanessa Phan [email protected]. Include the Position Number and Job Title in the subject line. Please do not send applications to this email address.

For job-specific queries, refer to the contact details in the Position Description.

Applications close: ​28 October 2025​ 11:55 PM; Melbourne time zone.

Position Description: JR-005486 Academic Programs Officer .pdf