Academic Pathways Adviser

About this Opportunity

• Fixed-Term (until 14.05.2027), Full-Time
• Students Directorate
• CQUniversity Mackay
• Higher Education Worker Level 6
• Total Remuneration $110,541 to $119,053 pa (including salary of $93,409 to $100,602 plus 17% superannuation and leave loading)

Join an organisation with an unbreakable belief that quality education, training and research should be available to everyone – regardless of background, location or life circumstances.

Working at CQUniversity

Are you passionate about student success and delivering high-quality outcomes in higher education? Join our team as an Academic Pathways Adviser and play a key role in supporting students to progress confidently through their academic journey.

In this dynamic role, you’ll assess and process credit for prior learning applications, analyse course equivalencies, and ensure accurate and timely outcomes for students and stakeholders. You’ll collaborate closely with academics, professional staff, and external institutions to deliver integrated, student-centred services.

If you’re detail-oriented, proactive, and motivated by helping students succeed, we’d love to hear from you. Join us and help shape pathways that support lifelong learning and academic achievement.

Be Rewarded

• 17% superannuation (with the choice to join an award-winning superfund)
• 6 weeks annual leave (incl. Christmas and New Year closure)
• 10 days personal/sick leave, plus 5 days carer’s leave
• 7.25 hours engaged service leave
• Fantastic professional and career development opportunities
• Up to 26 weeks (six months) paid parental leave
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program and Fitness Passport

Position Requirements

• Comprehensive knowledge, or the ability to rapidly acquire knowledge, of issues relevant to the higher education sector, CQUniversity’s courses/units and policies/procedures and current legislative guidelines, with the ability to interpret and implement, as necessary.
• Proficient in the use of information systems, web browsers, email software, Microsoft software or similar, customer relationship systems and Quality Standards in order to achieve successful outcomes.

Position Description

For further information about this position, please refer to the Position Description.

Apply today for a career that changes lives

Applications Close: 11:59pm, Sunday, 22 March 2026

  
Job Requisition ID: 7073

Contact Details: 

Cassandra Gibbs

0428 666 561

c.gibbs@cqu.edu.au

When submitting your application, please include: Your Current CV or Resume, and a 1-2 page Cover Letter highlighting your relevant skills, experience and suitability for the position. Please note, applicants for the position must have full time work rights.

Work Rights: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates must hold the full rights to work in Australia to be considered for this appointment.

CQUniversity is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes diversity in the workplace. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and CQUniversity’s domestic and international student graduates with post-study work rights are encouraged to apply.

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