Research Student Support Coordinator

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$98,169 to $105,915 (HEW 6)

Fixed-term (12 months), Full-time, Joondalup Campus

Open to candidates with relevant working rights

RESEARCH STUDENT SUPPORT COORDINATOR
GRADUATE RESEARCH SERVICES
JOONDALUP CAMPUS
$98,169 TO $105,915 (HEW 6)
FIXED TERM (12 MONTHS), FULL TIME

Edith Cowan University
Are you ready to belong to a dynamic community where courage, creativity, and optimism are essential elements of our DNA? At ECU we’re inspired by the incredible achievements of Edith Cowan, the first woman elected to an Australian parliament and a lifelong champion of education. Empowered by her legacy, we’re united in our vision to lead the sector in educational experience and expand our impact through world-class research.

Embrace an opportunity to become part of something extraordinary.

Graduate Research Services
The Graduate Research team provides academic leadership to support the planning, governance, delivery and ongoing improvement of ECU’s Higher Degree by Research (HDR) courses and research training offerings. In collaboration with Schools and other organisational units, the team support ECUs Doctoral and Master by Research candidates and supervisors by providing a comprehensive face-to-face and online research skills training program, seminars, academic events and social activities.

About the Opportunity
We are seeking an enthusiastic and proactive individual to join our Graduate Research Services (GRS) Team.

The Research Student Support Coordinator will work closely with the Team Leader, Graduate Research Services, the Manager, Graduate Research Services, Associate Deans (Research), and the dedicated GRS team. The role is central to coordinating research support services for doctoral and research master candidates, ensuring quality assurance processes, and strengthening the research culture across the University. The GRS team is responsible for:

Guiding and assisting HDR candidates and their supervisors throughout the research journey;
Fostering a vibrant research culture that encourages collaboration and effective communication at ECU;
Coordinating ECU’s strategic scholarships allocation and management, and identifying new opportunities; and
Delivering analytics and reporting on all matters related to HDR candidates and supervisors.

A complete list of accountabilities can be viewed in the position description.

About you

The successful applicant will demonstrate:
Experience providing high-level administrative and coordination services in a large organisation. Proficiency with the Microsoft suite of products (intermediate or above Excel skills are desirable).
Excellent communication skills, with the confidence to engage professionally and positively with candidates and supervisors by phone and online. A friendly, respectful approach and clear guidance are essential.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to use sound judgment, make recommendations, and take responsibility for outcomes.
The ability to adapt established policies and processes to meet objectives, applying initiative and discretion to deliver solutions while considering impacts across related areas.

Previous experience in the Higher Education sector, particularly with respect to postgraduate research students, whilst not essential, will be well regarded.

Benefits of working at ECU
At ECU we’re committed to fostering a positive employment experience and believe this is fundamental to the success and satisfaction of our employees. Growth and development matter here, because we recognise people are at the centre of everything we do. Our thriving work culture is guided by the ECU values and complemented by a range of employee benefits; visit our website to read about flexible working arrangements, generous leave entitlements, our commitment to Wellbeing, exclusive corporate discounts and industry-leading superannuation.

Contact
Please contact Dr Bianca de Wit, Team Leader, Graduate Research Services on +618 6304 5031 or b.dewit@ecu.edu.au for more information.

Application Process
Please upload an up-to-date resume summarising your experience and achievements and a statement of no more than 2 pages demonstrating your suitability for the role addressing the key criteria listed above. Please include details for two referees including your current supervisor / manager (we will not contact referees without your knowledge).

Advert Closure

Applications close on Sunday 24 May 2026 at 11:30pm AWST.

ECU reserves the right to close the advertisement before the stated closing date, and encourage applicants to submit their applications early.

PLEASE NOTE: APPLICATIONS WILL ONLY BE ACCEPTED FROM CANDIDATES WHO HAVE THE RELEVANT WORKING RIGHTS TO FILL THIS POSITION.

ECU is a diverse and inclusive workplace with specific strategies and initiatives in place to address underrepresentation of specific groups. We strongly encourage applications from the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community.

We are dedicated to attracting, retaining and developing our people regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, age and faith. For more information on our commitment to equity and diversity, please visit our Inclusive Workplace website.

At ECU, we are committed to supporting adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, as well as during employment. We actively encourage people with disability to apply to ECU. To discuss how we can support adjustment requirements, please contact the person listed above.