At a Glance
- Tasks: Support Indigenous Higher Degree by Research candidates in their academic journey and milestones.
- Company: Batchelor Institute, dedicated to Indigenous tertiary education and research.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, and a culturally responsive work environment.
- Other info: Identified position for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants only.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on Indigenous education and support future leaders in research.
- Qualifications: PhD or DBA required, with experience in supporting research candidates.
The predicted salary is between 131422 - 131422 $ per year.
Plays a central role in supporting the success, progress and completion of Batchelor Institute's Higher Degree by Research candidates.
Position Classification: Academic Level C, increment 1 ($131,422). Annual incremental progression is available in accordance with the Batchelor Institute Union Enterprise Agreement 2025.
Location: Batchelor
Reporting to: Head of Graduate School
Licences: Applicants must have an Ochre Card and a current Police Check and/or the ability to obtain these prior to commencement.
Required Qualifications:
- A completed (earned) PhD or DBA, or substantial progress toward a PhD or DBA (candidature underway), is required. Original certified copies of qualifications must be supplied.
Identified Position:
This is an Identified Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Position. Pursuant to Section 57 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1996 (NT) and Section 8 of the Racial Discrimination Act 1975 (Cth), this position is open to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander applicants only. The successful applicant will bring cultural knowledge, lived experience and leadership that contributes to culturally safe and responsive student services and supports Batchelor Institute's commitment to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander self-determination.
Tenure: Full Time or Part Time Fixed Term (2 years), with the possibility of extension subject to funding.
Applications close: 4 October 2026
Purpose of the Position:
The Indigenous Higher Degree by Research (HDR) Academic Support Officer plays a central role in supporting the success, progress and completion of Batchelor Institute’s Higher Degree by Research candidates. Working within the Graduate School, the position provides academic and pastoral support to HDR candidates — initially around 25 candidates — helping them remain on track through the milestones of their candidature. The role is responsible for maintaining the HDR Master Tracker and providing additional, culturally responsive service to candidates. As the Graduate Certificate in Indigenous Research commences delivery, the position will also provide teaching and academic support to those students. The position contributes to Batchelor Institute’s core purpose of Indigenous tertiary education and to building the research capability of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
Duties:
- Provide academic and pastoral support to Higher Degree by Research (HDR) candidates — initially approximately 25 candidates — to help them remain on track and progress through the milestones of their candidature.
- Maintain the HDR Master Tracker (candidate tracking spreadsheet), ensuring candidate progress, milestones and data are accurately recorded and kept up to date.
- Provide additional, culturally responsive services and support to HDR candidates to strengthen retention, engagement and timely completion.
- Teach into and provide academic support for the online Graduate Certificate program once it commences delivery in 2027, including supporting those students to succeed.
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of Graduate School processes, candidate support resources and the research culture of the Institute.
- Undertake other reasonable duties as directed by your line manager.
Selection Criteria:
- A completed PhD or DBA, or substantial progress toward a PhD or DBA (candidature underway).
- Demonstrated experience in, or strong capacity for, supporting Higher Degree by Research candidates through their candidature milestones, including maintaining candidate tracking systems and data.
- Capacity to teach into and provide academic support for coursework at the graduate level, including the Graduate Certificate in Indigenous Research.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively in culturally diverse teams within the social, political, and cultural environments of Indigenous Australian families, communities, and organisations.
- Highly effective interpersonal skills including proficient written and oral communication which can be adapted to meet the needs of people from all educational levels.
- Ability to build strong relationships with both internal and external stakeholders.
- Demonstrated initiative and managing workload priorities.
- Understanding of Work Health and Safety principles and practices, and ability to comply with Institute WHS Policies and Procedures.
Senior Lecturer / Indigenous Higher Degree by Research Academic Support Officer in Batchelor employer: Batchelor Institute of Indigenous Tertiary Education
Batchelor Institute of Indigenous Tertiary Education is an exceptional employer that fosters a supportive and inclusive work culture, making it an ideal place for those passionate about contributing to Indigenous education. Located at the Batchelor Campus, employees benefit from hands-on experience in financial operations while enjoying opportunities for professional growth and development within a dynamic team environment. The institute values its staff and offers unique advantages such as a commitment to community engagement and a focus on meaningful impact in the lives of students.
Contact Details:
Batchelor Institute of Indigenous Tertiary Education Recruitment Team
