Higher Degree Research (HDR) Senior Candidature Officer (International)

Position Details

• Continuing I Full Time
• Higher Education Officer Level 6 I $92,287 - $98,398 pa | 17% Super
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• Location: Bedford Park / Kaurna Country

About the Role

The Higher Degree Research (HDR) Senior Candidature Officer (International) supports the end-to-end administration of HDR students, with a strong focus on international candidature. Working within the Office of Graduate Research, the role provides expert advice, case management and coordination to ensure clear, student-centred pathways from admission through to completion, in close collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.

In this position, you will also:

• Provide accurate, timely advice on HDR policies and processes, with a focus on international HDR candidatures in relation to admissions, progression, supervision and examination
• Manage HDR candidature administration and academic records, ensuring compliance and data integrity
• Deliver case management support and resolve complex HDR student matters in collaboration with senior staff
• Prepare reports, committee documentation and insights to support informed decision-making across the University

About You

You are a highly organised, student-focused professional who brings sound judgement, discretion and empathy to complex administrative environments. You communicate clearly and confidently with diverse stakeholders, including international students, and are able to balance competing priorities while maintaining accuracy, professionalism and a strong service ethic. You work effectively both independently and as part of a collaborative team, contributing positively to a fast-paced, policy-driven environment.

Key Skills & Experience

• Demonstrated experience interpreting and applying complex policies, procedures and legislative requirements within higher education
• Strong experience managing detailed administrative processes and maintaining accurate records in complex student or candidature management systems
• Knowledge of, or experience working with, international student frameworks including ESOS, visa policies and the National Code

About the Office of Graduate Research:

The Office of Graduate Research supports excellence in higher degree research across Flinders University. Working in close partnership with Colleges, professional services, research end-users and government programs, the OGR leads key initiatives that strengthen HDR training, engagement, partnerships and student success.

Life at Flinders

We're transforming and investing in people and facilities to create contemporary, stimulating, and satisfying learning and work environments that reflect our core values of excellence, innovation, courage, and integrity. Flinders is refocusing its strategic priorities with the aim of elevating its performance to be a top ten Australian university, and amongst the top 1% in the world.

Reaching beyond the limits of buildings, borders, and backgrounds, ours is an inclusive culture that believes absolutely in equality and opportunity for all. We don't just accommodate differences; we embrace and celebrate them. So, why work at Flinders?

• 17% Superannuation + salary packaging options
• Flexible working arrangements
• Wide range of professional development activities and services, including exclusive staff study offers
• We embrace diversity and promote equity and inclusion for all students and staff
• Vibrant campus life and amenities including on campus health care services, gym and childcare centre (Bedford Park, South Australia).

Our Commitment to Reconciliation and Indigenous Employment

Flinders University is proud to be an organisation that is committed to our Reconciliation Action Plan and Indigenous Workforce Strategy. Our vision is to be a preferred employer for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.  We are committed to progressing Indigenous advancement in education, research, employment, and wellbeing, and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples for all Flinders vacancies.

• Please see here for our Reconciliation Action Plan
• Please see here for our Indigenous Workforce Strategy

Prescribed Conditions for Employment

• A current Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check which is satisfactory to the University will be required by Flinders University before the successful applicant can commence in this position. A criminal record will not automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration. Each case will be assessed on its individual merits and relevance to the inherent requirements of the role.

How to Apply and Information

• As well as a CV, you are required to submit Suitability Statement of no more than 3 pages, addressing Key Position Capabilities of the position description.
• This position is open to domestic candidates. For more information regarding this position, please contact Professor Timothy Cavagnaro.

Applications to be submitted before 10:00 pm (ACDT) on Monday, 9 February 2026.

Please note, late applications and applications sent via agencies will not be accepted.

At Flinders we embrace and celebrate diversity and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people of all ages, ethnicities, abilities, sexual orientations, and gender identities.

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Applications to be submitted before 10.00pm:

At Flinders we embrace and celebrate diversity and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people of all ages, ethnicities, abilities, sexual orientations, and gender identities.

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