Examination Assistant

• Casual Examination Assistant role supporting exam paper processing and digital file management during the University’s June 2026 examination period

• Casual position starting Wednesday 10 June to Tuesday 23 June.

• HEO 2,  Step 1, $47.65 per hour plus super

 About the opportunity

The Examination Assistant role is a casual position based at the Susan Wakil Health Building, supporting the University’s formal examination period from Wednesday 10 June to Tuesday 23 June 2026. The hours will be 9-5pm for the 2 week period only.

The role involves counting and reconciling exam papers, bulk scanning documents using photocopiers, receiving and accurately naming scanned PDF files, and uploading files to Canvas.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong attention to detail, accurate record keeping skills, and confidence managing digital files efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

Current students are not eligible to apply, however, current PHD students are encouraged to apply.

Tasks to complete include:

• Count and reconcile exam papers

• Bulk scan exam papers using photocopiers

• Receive the scanned PDFs and name them

• Upload the PDFs to Sharepoint secure exam folders.

• Report any issues and errors to the FMH Assessment Manager for investigation and escalation.

Skills required:  

• Digital file management, including naming and uploading files

• Accurate record keeping, comparing physical papers and digital files

• Attention to detail, accuracy and speed

Sponsorship / work rights for Australia

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.  This role requires valid work rights for Australia.

Pre-employment checks

Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment.

EEO statement 

At the University of Sydney, our shared values are trust, accountability and excellence and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community that thrives through diversity and reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this through our commitment to diversity and inclusion, evidenced by our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people living with a disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and those who identify as LGBTQIA+. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds. 

We are proud to be recognised as an Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) Platinum Employer. Find out more about our work on diversity and inclusion. 

How to apply

Applications (including a cover letter, CV, and any additional supporting documentation) can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page. 

For employees of the University or contingent workers, please login into your Workday account and navigate to the Career icon on your Dashboard.  Click on USYD Find Jobs and apply.

For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or any documents in alternate formats, please contact Mari Lewis, Recruitment Consultant Recruitment Operations, by email to  mari.lewis@sydney.edu.au 

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Applications Close

Monday 18 May 2026 11:59 PM