Ref 1705/23 Student Retention Officer, School of Science

• Parramatta South Campus
• Remuneration: $103,879 to $111,343 p.a.
• Full-Time, Fixed-Term position for 12 months

About Western
Working at Western Sydney University means you’ll be part of an organisation that’s ranked in the top 2% of universities worldwide and is a research leader – with 85% of the University’s research being at or above world standard. We understand the key to your success is unlocking your true potential – just as we do with our students. Our 3,000 staff members work together to enable a dynamic, inclusive and innovative culture that is distinctly research-driven and student-centred.

About the Role
The School of Science is a large and comprehensive school with learning, teaching and research excellence encompassing a wide range of biological, chemical, environmental, food, forensic, medical, nutritional and physical sciences, including agriculture and astronomy.

An opportunity is available for a Student Retention Officer to join the team.

In this position you will make contributions towards and support the development and implementation of effective and sustainable strategies that address and enhance student retention within the School of Science. 

You will coordinate and support the evaluation and maintenance of targeted programs (for staff and students) to facilitate improved student retention within the school and will act as a liaison between at risk students and academic support service areas across the university.  You will also provide data analytics relating to student progress, retention, and attrition.

This is a full-time, fixed-term position for 12 months located at Parramatta South Campus and travel to other locations may be required.

For further information please refer to the Position Description.

Benefits
Western Sydney University has long been identified as a University of the people. We value the contributions made by our staff and recognise that they underpin the enablement of our mission and values. In return, we offer: Western Sydney University has long been identified as a University of the people. We value the contributions made by our staff and recognise that they underpin the enablement of our mission and values. In return, we offer:

• 35 hour work week
• Flex leave for Professionalstaff
• 17% super contributions

: HEW Level 6 $103,879 to $111,343 p.a. (comprising Salary of $87,779 to $94,086 p.a., plus Superannuation and Leave Loading).

Position Enquiries: Please contact Dr Graham Jones via email [email protected]

Closing Date: 8:30pm, Thursday 9 March 2023. 

Work Rights in Australia: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. You must provide evidence of your working rights in Australia at time of application.

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