About The Team
The Graduate Research Office provides leadership and support across Higher Degree by Research (HDR) candidature management, recruitment, finance, engagement, and training. The Office is committed to delivering an outstanding HDR experience and fostering excellence in graduate research at Murdoch University.
Your New Role!
Reporting to the Business Manager, the Administration Officer plays a key role in supporting the daily administrative operations of the Graduate Research Office, ensuring the smooth delivery of its services.
Your key responsibilities will include –
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Provide administrative and operational support to the Graduate Research Office, including coordinating events, workshops and seminars, managing office procedures, financial processes, records, calendars, contracts, timesheets, and reception services
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Deliver high-quality customer service and stakeholder support by assisting HDR students and staff, responding to enquiries, facilitating connections with relevant University services, and maintaining effective working relationships across the University
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Support graduate research operations and compliance by assisting with HDR admissions, candidacy and business processes, policy development and implementations, committee activities, and ensuring adherence to University policies, procedures, and values
Please refer to the Position Description for further details.
What We Offer You!
This Continuous | Full Time (37.5 hours per week) attracts a remuneration of $82k– $91k (pro rata) plus 17% employer superannuation contributions.
You’ll join a dynamic and talented team where diversity and innovation thrive. Our Silver-tier status in the Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI), awarded in 2025, reflects our commitment to LGBTIQA+ inclusion, equity, and creating a safe, welcoming environment for all. We strive to be the university of choice for First Nations peoples, honouring Indigenous knowledge. Sustainability is central to our community and guided by clear, confident leadership, we are working toward an ambitious future with goals of net zero emissions and zero waste by 2030.
As well as the flexibility to maintain a work life balance, our staff enjoy a vibrant, natural campus with world-class facilities, along with a variety of benefits, including:
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Flexible work arrangements
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Cultural Load and allowance - providing up to $8,944 per year to First Nations employees who are contributing cultural knowledge and perspectives beyond the scope of their role
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Indigenous Language Allowance
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Salary packaging options – such as purchasing leave, gym membership, car parking permit
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Employee Assistance Program
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On-campus services and facilities, such as a Childcare Centre, Gym, Vet Hospital, and Chiropractic Clinic
For further information, check out our benefits and services page!
Join us!
Please apply online via the Apply Now button, along with submitting the following documents to support your application -
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A cover letter including a statement addressing the selection criteria (with reference to the Position Description)
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Your most recent resume (CV)
What you’ll bring to the role:
- Relevant qualifications or experience, including completion of a diploma-level qualification or an equivalent combination of education, training, and relevant work experience
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Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build effective working relationships and collaborate with HDR candidates, staff, and stakeholders at all levels
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Excellent organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities, work independently, and seek guidance when required
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Commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, and ethical practice with a demonstrated ability to contribute to a respectful inclusive workplace
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Knowledge if University policies and procedures, and ability to apply them appropriately in an administrative environment
Applicants should refer to the Position Description for further details on the work requirements, duties, skills and experience required for this role. Applications sent by post or email will not be accepted.
Please note visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Applicants are expected to have current and valid work rights in Australia.
Applicants who have support or access requirements, are encouraged to advise this at the time of their application, to ensure appropriate assistance is provided throughout the recruitment process.
Contact Us
For enquiries about the opportunity on offer please reach out to Kirsty Perry, Business Manager, [email protected] and quote JR105456 as the reference.
Applications Close on 20 July 2026 (11:59pm AWST)
The University reserves the right to withdraw this advertisement at any time.
Murdoch University acknowledges the different perspectives, skills and experience that people from different backgrounds bring to strengthen its workforce. Murdoch University is committed to enhancing diversity in all its forms and strongly encourages suitably qualified candidates from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, people with disability, people of CaLD background and people of diverse genders to apply for this important position.
Murdoch University values workplace diversity, promotes inclusion, and strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, women, and individuals with disability. Applicants who have support or access requirements, are encouraged to advise this at the time of their application, to ensure appropriate assistance is provided throughout the recruitment process.
