Academic Success Officer

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Wallumattagal Campus, Macquarie University time type:
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** PRIMARY DETAIL
** Empower students to thrive — design and deliver initiatives that transform the learning experience and maximise academic success!

- Salary Package:

Annual base from $111,643 - $121,045 per annum (HEW
7), plus 17% employer's superannuation and annual leave loading   - Appointment Type:
Full-time, continuing
- Location:

Macquarie University, Wallumattagal Campus, Dharug land, North Ryde
** About the Role
** You are committed to research-informed design and best practice in inclusive program delivery. High-level analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to think strategically and creatively, allow you to respond to faculty-specific needs and priorities. Equally, your positive and flexible approach to unexpected or changing circumstances enables you to support both colleagues and stakeholders thoughtfully and effectively.

If you are energised by the opportunity to transform coursework students’ learning experience, and thrive in a fast-paced educational environment, we'd love to hear from you.

The Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic) is the Chief Academic Officer of the University and is the member of the University Executive with overall responsibility for the planning, quality and delivery of education provided to Macquarie's undergraduate and graduate students. The Pro Vice-Chancellor (Education) is responsible for the University’s educational endeavour across all aspects of the educational lifecycle, including pathways and access, curriculum and educational capability development, educational outcomes and graduate success.  

The PVCE provides leadership in the development and implementation of strategies and programs to support the University’s education mission. The Academic Success team within this portfolio is responsible for the student-facing and staff-facing support to coursework students across the University.
** To Apply
** To be considered for this position, please apply online and attach your resume and a separate cover letter that outlines how you meet the selection criteria below:
* Postgraduate qualification in education, teaching, or an academic literacies-related field.
* Sustained relevant experience working with domestic and international students individually and in groups to support the development of academic and/or digital literacies and to maximise academic success at university.
* Demonstrated capability in the end-to-end design and delivery of curricular and co-curricular initiatives in partnership with academics and other stakeholders.
* Knowledge of the higher education sector and literature, including legislative and regulatory requirements relating to academic success and support for students.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
* Demonstrated capability to work productively with stakeholders in an exemplary professional, collaborative, and innovative team environment. Work hours may vary from time to time to accommodate business needs.
*** This role requires a National Police Check Clearance and applicants are preferred to hold a current Working with Children Check (WWCC) or be willing to obtain one.
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* Note:

This position is not available for visa sponsorship, and the successful applicant must have valid work rights in Australia.
**** Specific Role Inquiries:
** A/Prof Pamela Humphreys, Director, pamela.humphreys.au
** Applications Close:
** Sunday, 29 March 2026 at 11:59 p.m. (AEDT)
Macquarie is a university engaged with the real and often complex problems and opportunities that define our lives. Since our foundation in 1964, we have aspired to be a different type of university. Over the years, we have grown to become the centre of a vibrant local and global community. .We rank amongst the top employers in the Australian Workplace Employers Index, having recently earned a five-star rating in the QS World Rankings with the highest rating for employability.

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