OVERVIEW Griffith University is seeking a Placement Officer to join the School of Pharmacy and Medical Sciences team at the Gold Coast campus in Southport, QLD. This part-time higher education role focuses on coordinating student placements, supporting placement administration, and maintaining strong relationships with industry partners and academic staff. The successful student-focused professional will act as a key contact for placements across domestic and international settings. The role involves collaboration with university stakeholders and external agencies to support placement processes, compliance, reporting, and communication activities. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES – Coordinate domestic and international student placements and related administrative processes – Build and maintain relationships with placement providers and industry partners – Manage placement systems, student compliance requirements and reporting – Provide advice and support to student groups, academic staff and external stakeholders regarding placements – Support quality assurance, accreditation activities and placement-related events and communications – Work closely with Academic leads and external agencies connected to placement activities REQUIREMENTS – Associate diploma or certificate level qualification with relevant work experience, or an equivalent combination of training and experience – High level of initiative and excellent interpersonal communication skills – Strong organisational and administrative capabilities – Ability to problem-solve and work effectively in a dynamic workplace – Proven ability to prepare correspondence and maintain database systems – Ability to foster positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders – Familiarity with SONIA placement management software is highly regarded – Unrestricted working rights in Australia WHY THIS ROLE MATTERS Student placements are an important part of higher education learning and professional preparation. This role helps connect university learning with industry experience by supporting placement coordination, compliance, and communication between students, staff, and external partners. At griffith, the Placement Officer contributes to a collaborative university environment that supports academic excellence and meaningful student outcomes. Effective placements management also supports accreditation requirements and strengthens relationships with industry providers. BONUS: APPLICATION ADVICE – Please tailor your cover letter to address the stated requirements and placement coordination experience – Highlight examples of administrative accuracy, database management, and stakeholder communication – Demonstrate experience supporting student services, placements, or university administration where relevant – Include examples of working effectively in fast-paced or changing environments – Prepare a clear and current resume with full contact details and relevant qualifications – Use the application process to show strong organisational and communication skills when you contact the recruitment team