Academic Programs & Student Support Coordinator

Newcastle; Newcastle City Council; On-site; AUD 77,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

17% superannuation and salary packing

Additional University Holiday days and

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Job summary

The University of Newcastle is seeking an Academic Support Assistant to support health education programs and coordinate activities across the student lifecycle at Callaghan Campus (Awabakal and Worimi land). The role is full-time, fixed-term until March 2028, and involves assisting with teaching operations, student inquiries, ceremonies, projects, and administrative processes.

You will collaborate with academics, students, and staff to deliver School objectives, maintain records, and use

Responsibilities

• Provide education and administrative support across the student lifecycle.
• Work with teams across the university including timetabling, room bookings and examinations.
• Support Honours project administration and student-related activities.
• Assist with the planning and delivery of ceremonies, prize-giving events and School initiatives.
• Respond to student enquiries and provide accurate, timely information.
• Coordinate meetings, prepare agendas, record minutes and track actions.
• Maintain accurate records, documentation and filing systems.
• Utilise a range of University systems to support teaching and administrative processes.
• Collaborate with academic and professional staff to deliver School objectives.
• Contribute to projects and continuous improvement initiatives within the School.

Job description

The University of Newcastle is seeking an Academic Support Assistant to support health education programs and coordinate activities across the student lifecycle at Callaghan Campus (Awabakal and Worimi land). The role is full-time, fixed-term until March 2028, and involves assisting with teaching operations, student inquiries, ceremonies, projects, and administrative processes.

You will collaborate with academics, students, and staff to deliver School objectives, maintain records, and use