Academic Services Officer (523408)

• Work towards enhancing locally trained rural medical workforce in Northam.
• Be part of a small, supportive team delivering high quality academic support to medical students in a rural setting.
• Part-time (0.5 FTE) appointment on a fixed term basis until December 2026. This position is expected to continue through to 2031 subject to Commonwealth funding.
• Base salary range: $83,212 – $92,231 p.a. (pro-rata) plus 17% superannuation & district allowance.

About the area

The Academic Services team is responsible for providing academic administration and support services to a wide range of clients including Heads of School, academic staff and students across the faculty. The team is committed to providing a quality outcome with a focus on continuous improvement.

The Rural Clinical School of Western Australia is a unit within the Medical School of the Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences, which provides rural clinical training for WA medical students from UWA, Curtin University and University of Notre Dame. The RCSWA spans a breadth of some 3,500kms across multiple sites in WA order to provide a positive rural educational experience, increase the quantity and quality of the rural workforce and in turn improve health outcomes in rural and remote Australia.

About the opportunity

• Provide high-level academic and administrative support to staff and students at the Northam site.
• Coordinate a broad range of academic services and office operations to ensure efficient delivery of medical training.
• Play a key role in fostering a positive and supportive learning and living environment for rural medical students.

About you

• Relevant tertiary qualifications or equivalent competency.
• Substantial relevant administrative experience at an appropriate level.
• Proficient in a range of computing skills including word processing, spreadsheets, databases, internet and email.
• Highly developed organisational skills and demonstrated ability to prioritise and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work independently, show initiative and work productively as part of a team.

Note: Employment checks will include information on gender-based violence, sexual harassment, and related misconduct to meet legal obligations.

Position description:  PD - Academic Services Officer (523408).pdf

To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Robyn Fortune at robyn.fortune@rcswa.edu.au

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 Monday, 25 May 2026

This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia through to 2031.

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.

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