Learning Advisor/Academic Success Officer

Job title: Learning Advisor/Academic Success Officer

Salary Package: Annual base from $114,992 - $124,676 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

Macquarie University is recruiting an Academic Success Officer (Learning Advisor) to join the dynamic Academic Success team within the Office of the Pro-Vice Chancellor, Education. Academic Success Officers design and deliver academic, digital, and professional literacies initiatives to maximise student success. This professional position includes delivering student-facing concurrent support initiatives, especially to those identified as being most at risk, supporting peer-led support activities, and designing and delivering impactful integrated or embedded workshops for students and/or staff.

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 student needs and institutional 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, this is a role in which you will thrive.

About Us

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.

Specific Role Inquiries: Akina Banh, Administration Officer

Please note: This position is not available for visa sponsorship, and the successful applicant must have valid work rights in Australia.

Pre-Employment Checks

Macquarie University cultivates a workplace defined by safety, ethical conduct, and strong integrity. Prior to completion of an offer of employment, preferred candidates will be required to participate in a combination of pre-employment checks relevant to the role they have applied for. Your employment is conditional upon the completion and maintenance of all role-required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University.

If you're already part of the Macquarie Group (MQ University, U@MQ, MQ Health, MGSM), you'll need to apply through your employee Workday account.

Please note that interviews are expected to be conducted face-to-face on a specified date. Kindly ensure you are available on that day.

Why work at Macquarie?

Macquarie is a university engaged with the real and often complex problems and opportunities that define our lives. Since our foundation over 60 years ago, 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. Connect with us today. We rank amongst the top employers in the Australian Workplace Employers Index.

Explore the fantastic benefits available to you when you become part of the team at Macquarie University.

• 17% Superannuation
• Subsidised onsite parking options
• Flexible working options
• Training and professional development
• Onsite childcare facilities
• Discounted health insurance
• Onsite vacation care
• Employee Assistance Program
• Subsidised membership at the Sport & Aquatic Centre
• Onsite GP, imaging & physio clinics

Pre-Employment Checks

Macquarie University cultivates a workplace defined by safety, ethical conduct, and strong integrity. Prior to completion of an offer of employment, preferred candidates will be required to participate in a combination of pre-employment checks relevant to the role they have applied for. Your employment is conditional upon the completion and maintenance of all role-required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University.

If you're already part of the Macquarie Group (MQ University, U@MQ, MQ Health, MGSM), you'll need to apply through your employee Workday account.