Faculty of Science
Full-time fixed-term position through to April 2026
Base salary will be in the range $80,523.29 - $89,505.38 + 17% Superannuation (HEW Level 5)
Based at our Gatton Campus
About This Opportunity
This is a fantastic opportunity to provide high level administrative support for management and coordination of veterinary science and veterinary technology student placements/rotations in the School of Veterinary Science.
Key responsibilities will include:
Provide accurate advice and support to staff, students, and external stakeholders, liaise with program directors and clinical units, and allocate students to placements based on various methods while ensuring compliance with University policies.
Process elective applications, coordinate placements with clinical units, and maintain accurate records of student placement agreements.
Use and adapt to corporate and bespoke software, develop and implement standard operating procedures, and enhance workflow efficiency in student placements.
Work closely with internal and external stakeholders, ensure the accuracy of University databases, websites, and publications, and generate reports for placement-related tasks.
About UQ's Gatton Campus
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Established over 125 years ago, UQ's Gatton Campus has a long history – from starting out as a dedicated agricultural institution, to being a field hospital during WWII, and to joining the UQ community in 1990.
Everyone here has a role to play. As a member of our professional staff cohort, you will be actively involved in working towards our vision of a better world. By supporting the academic endeavour across teaching, research, and the student life, you'll have the opportunity to contribute to activities that have a lasting impact on our community.
Join an organisation where excellence is at the core of our culture, contributions are valued, and a range of benefits and rewards are available, such as:
Free parking and intercampus bus
On campus childcare, medical clinic, and post office
26 weeks paid parental leave or 14 weeks paid primary caregiver leave
17% superannuation contributions
17.5% annual leave loading
UQ Study for Staff
25% discount on eligible UQ Vets services
Access to our $4.1 million UQ Sports facility
Volunteer in our community garden
About You
Undergraduate degree in a relevant field or an equivalent combination of experience, education, and training.
Understanding of WIL placement processes (or ability to learn quickly), ability to prioritise tasks, meet deadlines, and maintain accuracy in written work.
Ability to work autonomously, exercise sound judgment, and take initiative in problem-solving.
Strong written, oral, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively within a team and across organisational units.
Commitment to high-quality service and the ability to engage empathetically with students, including those from diverse cultural backgrounds.
Experience in student administration within a tertiary institution, along with familiarity with university systems (e.g., Microsoft Office, SI-net, Business Objects, InPlace, CRM systems).
The successful candidate may be required to complete a number of pre- employment checks, including: right to work in Australia, criminal check, education check, AHPRA registration, mandatory immunisations, first aid and/or CPR certification, blue card check, etc.
You must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply. Employer sponsored work rights are not available for this appointment.
Questions?
For more information about this opportunity, please contact Ms Amanda Cooke [email protected]. For application inquiries, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team at [email protected], stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line.
Want to Apply?
All applicants must upload the following documents in order for your application to be considered:
Cover letter summarising how your background aligns to the ‘About You' section
Resume
Other Information
UQ is committed to a fair, equitable and inclusive selection process, which recognises that some applicants may face additional barriers and challenges which have impacted and/or continue to impact their career trajectory. Candidates who don't meet all criteria are encouraged to apply and demonstrate their potential. The selection panel considers both potential and performance relative to opportunities when assessing suitability for the role.
We know one of our strengths as an institution lies in our diverse colleagues. We're dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion, fostering an environment that mirrors our wider community. We're committed to attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent. Reach out to [email protected] for accessibility support or adjustments.
Applications close Sunday February 16th 2025 at 11.00pm AEST (R-47251). Please note that interviews have been tentatively scheduled for the week commencing February 24th 2025.