Graduate Research Engagement and Project Officer
Job No.: 687487
Location: Clayton campus
Employment Type: Full-time
Duration: Continuing appointment
Remuneration: $96,768 - $104,450 pa HEW Level 6 (plus 17% employer superannuation)
- Amplify your impact at a world top 50 University
- Join our inclusive, collaborative community
- Be surrounded by extraordinary ideas - and the people who discover them
The Opportunity
Are you ready to make an impact in the world of research and innovation? At Monash University, we’re seeking a Graduate Research Engagement and Projects Officer to drive initiatives that inspire, connect, and empower our graduate research community.
In this dynamic role, you’ll:
- Lead flagship events like the Three Minute Thesis (3MT) competition and PhD recruitment campaigns.
- Coordinate strategic projects that strengthen engagement across faculties, alumni, and industry partners.
- Collaborate with experts to deliver high-quality events and communications that showcase Monash’s global research excellence.
- Build networks that foster innovation and community—locally and internationally.
If you’re highly organised, detail-oriented, and passionate about creating meaningful experiences, this is your opportunity to work at the heart of Monash’s research enterprise. You’ll enjoy variety, autonomy, and the chance to make a real difference in shaping the next generation of researchers.
Why Monash?
- A world-class university ranked among the global leaders in research.
- A collaborative, supportive environment where your ideas matter.
- Opportunities to work on projects that have international reach and impact.
About Monash University
At Monash, work feels different. There’s a sense of belonging, from contributing to something ground breaking – a place where great things happen.
We value difference and diversity, and welcome and celebrate everyone's contributions, lived experience and expertise. That’s why we champion an inclusive and respectful workplace culture where everyone is supported to succeed.
Some 20,000 staff work for Monash around the world. We have 95,000 students, four Australian campuses, and campuses in Malaysia and Indonesia. We also have a major presence in India and China, and a significant centre and research foundation in Italy.
In our short history, we have skyrocketed through global university rankings and established ourselves consistently among the world's best tertiary institutions. We rank in the world’s top-50 universities in rankings including the QS World University Rankings 2026.
Learn more about Monash.
Today, we have the momentum to create the future we need for generations to come. Accelerate your change here.
Monash supports flexible and hybrid working arrangements. We have a range of policies in place enabling staff to combine work and personal commitments. This includes supporting parents.
To Apply
For instructions on how to apply, please refer to
'How to apply for Monash Jobs'. Your application must address the Key Selection Criteria.
Diversity is one of our greatest strengths at Monash. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, culturally and linguistically diverse people, people with disabilities, neurodivergent people, and people of all genders, sexualities, and age groups.
We are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible recruitment process at Monash. If you need any reasonable adjustments, please contact us at hr-recruitment@monash.edu in an email titled 'Reasonable Adjustments Request' for a confidential discussion.
Your employment is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of all pre-employment and/or background checks required for the role, as determined by the University.
Please note: Successful applications will be contacted regarding interviews the week starting 5 January 2026.
Enquiries: Linda Batrich, Senior Manager, Programs & Engagement, Graduate Research Office, +61 3 9905 6458 or Linda.Batrich@monash.edu
Position Description: Graduate Research Engagement & Projects Officer
Applications Close: Wednesday 17th December 2025, 11:55pm AEDT
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