• Make a meaningful impact in Dementia care education.
• This Position is based at Royal Perth Hospital.
• Part-time (0.8 FTE) appointment on a fixed term basis until March 2026.
• Base salary range: $104,243 – $115,661 p.a. (pro-rata) plus 17% superannuation.

About the area

Dementia Training Australia (DTA) is responsible for the translation of contemporary knowledge regarding dementia care through the development and delivery of training resources to the aged care workforce. DTA is a collaboration between five Australian universities and Dementia Australia and is led by the University of Wollongong. Auspiced by the University of Western Australia’s Western Australian Centre for Health and Ageing, DTA (UWA) forms a key linkage between research and industry.

About the opportunity

• Lead and coordinate impactful projects focused on allied health and first responders
• Engage with stakeholders to shape training resources and delivery
• Present findings at seminars and conferences to influence best practices

About you

• Hold relevant tertiary qualifications, preferably in allied health
• Bring extensive project management experience in health or aged care
• Demonstrate excellent communication and cross-cultural sensitivity
• Possess strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Thrive both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team

Note: A “C” class driver’s licence and Own Vehicle will be required by the successful applicant.

Position description: PD - Project Officer - 520890.docx

To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Ellie Newman at ellie.newman@uwa.edu.au

How to apply

Please apply online via the Apply Now button. The content of your Resume and Cover Letter should demonstrate how you meet the selection criteria.

Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Friday, 15 August 2025

 This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.

About the University

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top university.

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 Our commitment to inclusion and diversity

UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We are committed to fostering a safe environment for all, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community, and people living with disability.

If you require any reasonable adjustments, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application. Alternatively, you can contact us for assistance during the recruitment process.

If you have queries relating to your application, please contact the individual named in the advertisement. Alternatively, please contact the Talent team at people@uwa.edu.au with details of your query. To enable a quick response, please include the 6-digit job reference number.