Project Officer - Digital Exams

About The Team

The Exams and Assessment Office is responsible for the administration of exams for all standard teaching periods across all campuses; encompassing the preparation of exam timetables, organisation of on-campus, digital, external, alternative, and transnational exams, and the administration of the Deferred Assessment process for students who cannot attend an exam due to illness or exceptional circumstances
 

Your New Role!  

This is an exciting opportunity to play a part in the digitisation of exams at Murdoch University! You will be responsible for supporting exam-related projects and administering exams with a focus on digital exams during standard assessment periods in accordance with The University’s policy.
 

Your key responsibilities will include a mix of project coordination and exam facilitation; outlined below –

• Participating in and providing support in the development of project plans, including defining project scope, objectives and timelines.
• Administrative support in organising and participating in project meetings, preparing necessary materials, documenting minutes and following up on action items.
• Maintain detailed project schedules, coordinate project tasks to ensure successful completion.
• Evaluate project implementation to ensure it meets requirements and identify opportunities for process and system improvement.
• Leverage expertise in digital learning systems and related technologies to facilitate the effective and seamless delivery of digital exams, both online and on-campus.
• Act as a key point of contact for academic staff from designated schools to manage the submission of exam requirements.
• Review exams submitted by the unit coordinators to ensure compliance with exam requirement and instructions.
• Coordinate and manage the exam process for designated cohorts.
   

Please refer to the Position Description for further details.

What We Offer You!

This Continuous | Full Time (37.5 hours per week) attracts a remuneration of $82k to 100k (pro rata) plus 17% employer superannuation contributions.   

You’ll join a dynamic and talented team where diversity and innovation thrive. Our Silver-tier status in the Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI), awarded in 2025, reflects our commitment to LGBTIQA+ inclusion, equity, and creating a safe, welcoming environment for all. We strive to be the university of choice for First Nations peoples, honouring Indigenous knowledge. Sustainability is central to our community and guided by clear, confident leadership, we are working toward an ambitious future with goals of net zero emissions and zero waste by 2030.

As well as the flexibility to maintain a work life balance, our staff enjoy a vibrant, natural campus with world-class facilities, along with a variety of benefits, including:

• Flexible work arrangements
• Cultural Load and allowance - providing up to $8,944 per year to First Nations employees who are contributing cultural knowledge and perspectives beyond the scope of their role
• Indigenous Language Allowance
• Salary packaging options – such as purchasing leave, gym membership, car parking permit
• Employee Assistance Program
• On-campus services and facilities, such as a Childcare Centre, Gym, Vet Hospital, and Chiropractic Clinic

For further information, check out our benefits and services page!

Join us!

Please apply online via the Apply Now button, along with submitting the following documents to support your application -

• A cover letter including a statement addressing the selection criteria (with reference to the Position Description)
• Your most recent resume (CV)

What you’ll bring to the role:

• Completion of a degree with subsequent work experience; or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.

• Proven ability to use initiative and take responsibility for tasks and projects.
• Advanced computer literacy and proficiency in learning management systems, Microsoft Office applications, and specified University software programs, with the capability to learn new packages.
• Highly effective communication, customer service and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact constructively and collaboratively with staff at all levels.

Please note, the successful candidate will be required to work during exam periods, including on the first Saturday of said period.

Applicants should refer to the Position Description for further details on the work requirements, duties, skills and experience required for this role. Applications sent by post or email will not be accepted.

Please note visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Applicants are expected to have current and valid work rights in Australia.
 

Please see the Applicant Guide for more information. Applicants who have support or access requirements, are encouraged to advise this at the time of their application, to ensure appropriate assistance is provided throughout the recruitment process.

Contact Us

For enquiries about the opportunity on offer please reach out to Jenny Lai, Manager Exams and Assessment, [email protected], and quote JR105703 as the reference.   
 

Applications Close on 31 August 2026(11:59pm AWST)

The University reserves the right to withdraw this advertisement at any time.

Murdoch University acknowledges the different perspectives, skills and experience that people from different backgrounds bring to strengthen its workforce. Murdoch University is committed to enhancing diversity in all its forms and strongly encourages suitably qualified candidates from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, people with disability, people of CaLD background and people of diverse genders to apply for this important position.

Murdoch University values workplace diversity, promotes inclusion, and strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, women, and individuals with disability. Applicants who have support or access requirements, are encouraged to advise this at the time of their application, to ensure appropriate assistance is provided throughout the recruitment process.