Marketing and Communications Officer

• 0.6 FTE Part-time, 2 Years Fixed-Term position at HEW Level 7.
• Westmead campus with flexible working arrangements.
• Salary: $107,053 – $115,469 per annum, plus 17% Super and Leave Loading (Comprising salary of $64,231.80 - $69,281.40)

Coordinate communications that raise NICM Health Research Institute’s profile, partnerships and research impact.

The Opportunity
You will coordinate and implement marketing and communications initiatives that build the profile, reputation and impact of NICM Health Research Institute. Working across media, digital, social media, website, newsletter and promotional channels, you will translate complex health and scientific research into accurate, accessible content for specialist and non-specialist audiences.

You will work closely with researchers, Institute leadership, industry partners, donors, students and the University’s central Marketing and Media & PR teams. Your work will support research promotion, stakeholder engagement, community awareness, commercial opportunities and future research funding, while ensuring communications align with University priorities, governance requirements and brand standards.

You will also coordinate media and public relations activity, prepare communications materials, support internal and external events, and maintain stakeholder databases and promotional resources. This role requires sound judgement, strong writing capability and the ability to manage communications connected to sensitive, high-profile or emerging issues.

What Success Looks Like:

• Integrated communications strategies increase awareness of NICM’s research, commercial activities and strategic priorities.
• High-quality media, digital, website, newsletter and promotional content is delivered across approved channels.
• Productive relationships with researchers, partners, donors, students and stakeholders strengthen engagement and knowledge sharing.
• Communications performance, stakeholder engagement and research impact reports provide clear insights and recommendations.
• Media, public relations and event activities enhance NICM’s visibility, reputation and research impact.
   

Please refer to the Position Description for full details.


About You

• Postgraduate qualification in communications, marketing, science, health or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Demonstrated success in communications, marketing, media relations, public affairs or brand management within complex organisations.
• Strong written communication skills, including the ability to translate scientific literature and complex research for diverse audiences.
• Proven experience managing media, public relations, branding, social media and communication strategies within organisational frameworks.
• Strong stakeholder engagement, research, negotiation, judgement and project management skills, supported by proficiency in Microsoft 365 and contemporary digital communication platforms.

Benefits
We invest in the people who make our mission possible. Alongside a rewarding career, we offer a range of benefits designed to support your financial, personal and family wellbeing.

• Financial benefits: Access to staff-only products and offers with selected banking partners, salary sacrifice options for onsite parking, and novated motor vehicle leasing.
• Health and wellbeing support: Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP), complimentary annual flu vaccination, eligibility for Fitness Passport membership, and access to discounted private health cover.
• Onsite childcare: Long day care and early learning services operate at our Campbelltown, Hawkesbury, Parramatta, and Penrith campuses. Staff may be eligible for discounted fees and salary packaging, with places subject to centre capacity.

Application Details

• Position Enquiries: Direct to Deborah Blackmore, Institute Manager via [email protected]. Please include the job reference code REF1643J.
• Closing Date: 11:59pm, Wednesday 19 August 2026.
• Working Rights: You must provide evidence of full-time working rights in Australia at application.
• How to Apply: Please note that only applications submitted via the University’s online recruitment system will be considered. As part of your online application, you will be asked to respond to screening questions addressing the key qualifications, experiences and skills required for this position.

Belonging at Western
We are committed to substantive equality as outlined in our Equal Opportunity Policy. We actively encourage applications from Indigenous Australians, candidates of all gender identities and expressions, people of all abilities, and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

For Reasonable Adjustments during the application process, please contact [email protected].

About Western
This is your opportunity to be part of something bigger. By joining Western Sydney University, you become a valued member of our community. As our region changes, so too does our university. Western is boldly different, energetic, global, diverse, dynamic, and youthful.

Our mission is to deliver student success, impactful research, and stronger communities. As part of our team, you will have a stake in shaping the future of education, broadening horizons, and changing lives. Making a difference starts at Western.

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