STEM Engagement & Outreach Officer

Make an impact at the University of Wollongong (UOW) - a purpose driven institution ranked in the top 1% of universities globally.

About the Role

This role operates at the intersection of research translation, marketing and stakeholder engagement and is a key enabler of visibility, utilisation and impact for the ANFF-UOW Materials Node and the Research Infrastructure division.

Working closely with researchers, technical staff and stakeholders you will lead communications and marketing activities that showcase the Node's facilities, expertise and innovation. Through engaging content, digital communications and targeted campaigns you will promote client projects, research outcomes and infrastructure capabilities, helping to attract new users, strengthen partnerships and support the continued growth and impact of the Node.

Key responsibilities:

• Create content that showcases the Node's capabilities, projects and impact
• Manage websites, newsletters and digital communication channels
• Produce engaging photography, video and social media content
• Support reporting and promote research outcomes, new capabilities and success stories

About the Team

The ANFF-UOW Materials Node is a nationally significant research facility based at UOW's Innovation Campus. As part of Australia's leading fabrication network, and in partnership with the University of Newcastle, the Node enables cutting-edge materials research, advanced manufacturing and industry innovation.

What You’ll Bring

• Strong communications, marketing or media experience
• Excellent writing skills and an ability to tell compelling stories from complex information
• Experience managing digital channels and creating engaging multimedia content
• A proactive, collaborative approach and strong stakeholder engagement skills
• Experience in a research, scientific, engineering or technology environment as well as an understanding of research translation, communication and stakeholder engagement will be highly regarded

Why Join UOW

• Competitive salary package including 17% superannuation
• 35-hour full-time work week supporting greater balance and flexibility
• Flexible working arrangements and family-friendly policies
• Generous leave entitlements including additional concession days over the Christmas and New Year period
• Purchased leave options to provide greater flexibility throughout the year
• Ongoing professional development and clear career progression opportunities

Role Details

• Employment type: Fixed-term | Full-time appointment (until 30 June 2028) 
• Level 6/7: $96,898 - $119,986 plus 17% Superannuation 
• Position Description
• Location: UOW Innovation Campus
• Valid Australian work rights required, visa sponsorship is not available

How to Apply

To apply for this position, you are required to submit a resume, and cover letter (of no more than 3 pages) summarising your skills and experience as they relate to the selection criteria located in the position description.

For further information about this position, please contact Professor Peter Innis, Director UOW ANFF Materials Node on + 61 2 4221 3600 or via email: [email protected] 

Closing Date: Sunday 06 September 2026, 11:55pm

Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

The University of Wollongong is committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace where diversity is valued, respected and celebrated.  We strive to create a workplace that reflects the communities we serve, removes barriers to participation, and provides equitable opportunities for staff to reach their full potential. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people of all gender identities and sexual orientations, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people with disability, and those with caring or family responsibilities.

As required by federal legislation, prospective employees are required to declare whether they have been investigated for an allegation of Gender based Violence or determined to have engaged in conduct that constitutes Gender based Violence, during their previous employment, or otherwise in a legal process. Any such declaration will be included in the University’s employment screening processes and will be treated with the strictest confidence and in compliance with all privacy legislation.