Health Science Graduate jobs in Melbourne VIC

Role type: Part-time (0.6 FTE); Fixed-term to 30 June 2027

Faculty: Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences

Department/School: Graduate Research Office

Salary: UOM 5; $86,943 - $99,864 p.a. plus 17% super

• Influence graduate research outcomes across MDHS / build trusted relationships with supervisors and schools / enjoy flexible part-time work

• Apply now to shape graduate research journeys across MDHS, combining detailed policy expertise with impactful client service.

• Investing in you – 17% superannuation, 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
In this role you will provide expert advice and administration for graduate research admissions, scholarships and candidature. You will help graduate researchers and supervisors navigate key milestones while driving continuous improvement in Faculty processes.

What you will deliver:

• Provide accurate, timely advice on graduate research policies, procedures and candidature matters to diverse stakeholders.

• Administer admissions and scholarship processes, including scoring applications and assessing eligibility against entry requirements.

• Manage faculty-level assessments of candidature variations and milestone reviews, updating records and following up overdue reports.

• Prepare and maintain reports on courses, applicants, scholarships, supervisors, completions and enrolments for decision making.

• Contribute to effective communication, stakeholder relationships and continuous improvement initiatives across the Graduate Research Office.

You may be a great fit if you:

• Hold a relevant degree and experience within the higher education or research administration sector.

• Demonstrate meticulous attention to detail and strong organisational skills, managing competing deadlines with sound judgement.

• Provide high-quality client service to diverse cohorts, maintaining confidentiality and navigating complex policy requirements.

• Build productive relationships with academic, professional and external stakeholders, influencing outcomes through collaboration.

• Apply advanced computer skills, including spreadsheets, enterprise databases and word processing, to streamline administration.

• Develop, interpret and document business processes, policies and initiatives that enhance graduate research administration.

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 fulfilment, including:

• Build future financial security with 17% superannuation

• Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being

• Career development opportunities, including access to a range of tailored programs, such as Academic Women in Leadership, and learning platforms including LinkedIn Learning

• Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balance and well-being, including leading parental leave, gender affirmation leave and cultural leave

• Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance, and access to unique cultural and recreational benefits such as discounts for the Melbourne Theatre Company

• Health and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program

Your new team
You will join the MDHS Graduate Research Office, a specialised team supporting over 1,900 graduate researchers and 1,800 supervisors across Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences. Working closely with Schools, Departments and partner institutes, the team oversees admissions, scholarships and candidature management to ensure a high-quality research experience. You will be part of a collaborative, values-driven environment that champions continuous improvement, client-focused service and strong connections with the Faculty’s vibrant research community.

Be Yourself
The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child-safe organisation. 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 adjustments throughout. We warmly encourage applications from people with disabilities. Learn more about how we support an accessible recruitment process.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
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Indigenous applicants are encouraged to connect with our Indigenous Employment & Development team at korin-korin@unimelb.edu.au .

Application essentials:

• Visit "apply with us" to learn more about the process, including tips and FAQs.

• You must have current valid work rights for Australia. Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.

• A Working with Children Check is required for all positions. If successful, we will guide you through the process and reimburse you.

• Please upload your resume and a cover letter outlining your interest and experience as part of the application process.

• Please upload your responses to the Selection Criteria, found in the .

Want to know more?

• For questions related to our recruitment process email Corey Menadue at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au

• For recruitment adjustments contact Kim Groizard on +61 3 9035 3218 or at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au (subject: 'Recruitment Adjustments').

Apply today, and join a community that’s shaping the future.

Applications close: Sunday 13 September at 11:55 PM; Melbourne time zone.

: Graduate Research Officer.pdf