Overview: Full-time, Fixed Term position until March 2027 Salary HEW 6 17% Superannuation and Flexible Working Arrangements Based at the Melbourne CBD campus, and hybrid ways of working About You The Officer, HDR Admissions and Scholarships will work as part of the HDR Administration team particularly focused on admissions and scholarships. The incumbent is responsible for the administration of selection and admission processes for higher degree by research (HDR) applicants and the management and administration of the HDR scholarship and grant schemes administered by the School of Graduate Research and is a key point of contact for students and staff regarding such schemes. The incumbent will be a source of knowledge on HDR selection, admission and scholarship policy, procedures and processes for staff and students, will support new initiatives aimed at improving the student experience, and will also be required to contribute to policy and procedural development and implementation. This role is a parental leave cover. To be successful in this position, you will have: Essential: Extensive relevant administrative experience in a complex environment, including problem solving capacity and the ability to prioritise effectively while completing tasks with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail. Demonstrated ability to identify needs, prepare guidelines and provide advice consistent with government and university policy; and to plan, develop, implement and improve processes to support such policy. Well-developed communication skills and an ability to work effectively with people at all levels of the organisation. Ability to interpret policy and procedures and convey these to different audiences. Demonstrated ability to work effectively within a team environment. Proficiency with computers and various software packages, including Microsoft Access, Excel and Word, electronic mail and internet. Desirable: Knowledge and experience of issues associated with research in a University environment preferably those specific to Higher Degree by Research students. Demonstrated history of behaviour aligned to the RMIT values and professional capability framework. Please Note: Appointment to this position is subject to passing a Working with Children and National Police Check. About the Portfolio Research and Innovation Portfolio supports researchers to help shape the world. The portfolio has an engaged, energetic, talented and collaborative team focused on enabling excellent research and innovation outcomes. With a global presence, community and industry connections, we support cuttingedge research and careers that make a positive impact on communities. The Research and Innovation Portfolio supports researchers and graduate researchers with research partnerships, grants and research contracts, funding opportunities, capability development, research training, ethics and integrity, intellectual property, commercialisation, internships, communication and profile. Find out more about research and innovation at RMIT University and the Research and Innovation Portfolio at: http://www.rmit.edu.au/research/ To Apply Please submit your CV and cover letter addressing your suitability for this position by clicking on the ‘ Apply ’ link at the top of this page. For further information about this position, please see the Position Description hyperlinked below or contact Sia Chabokrow via email sia.chabokrow@rmit.edu.au Position Description - Officer, HDR Admissions and Scholarships Please note, if you are viewing this advert from an external site, please click ‘apply’ and you will be redirected to RMIT's Jobs website to access the Position Description at the bottom of the page. Due to recent upgrades, position description links may not work on LinkedIn advertisements. LI-Hybrid Applications Close: 10 May 2026 11.59 pm RMIT is an equal opportunity employer committed to being a child safe organisation. We are dedicated to attracting, retaining and developing our people regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability and age. Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community, and we strongly encourage applications from the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community. In line with RMIT University’s commitment to a safe, respectful and inclusive environment, from 1 January 2026, the University will also consider gender-based violence (GBV) risk factors as part of our recruitment processes. All applicants will be required to complete a gender‑based violence declaration in accordance with the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-based Violence . Preferred candidates will also be required to undertake relevant pre‑employment background checks, including Working With Children Checks. Information provided will be treated confidentially and considered only for its relevance to the role and RMIT’s safety obligations. At RMIT, we are committed to supporting adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, as well as during employment. We actively support and encourage people with disability to apply to RMIT (including alternate formats of application forms). To discuss adjustment requirements, please contact Dani, via talentsupport@rmit.edu.au or visit our Careers page for more contact information - https://www.rmit.edu.au/careers. We are a Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant.
