Position Number: 0065899
Location: Parkville
Role type: Full-time; Fixed-term for 2 years
Department/School: Operational Performance Group
Salary: UoM 6 - $96,459 - $$104,413 p.a. plus 17% super
- Drive impactful change / Apply cutting-edge design methodologies / Enhance university-wide services
- Apply now to revolutionise university services through human-centred design and creative problem-solving
- Investing in you - benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities.
In line with the 2024 Enterprise Agreement clause 1.15.5 & 1.15.6.2, the University is committed to growing the number of Continuing jobs, and to increase the proportion of Continuing employment FTE in comparison to Fixed-Term or Casual employment. As part of this shared objective, all continuing vacancies will be advertised internally for a minimum of five working days to allow for current staff at the University to apply and be considered - ahead of external recruitment.
The University of Melbourne
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Your next career opportunity
As a Design Analyst in the Service Experience Design team, you'll play a crucial role in transforming services for students, staff, and academics at the University of Melbourne. You'll have the opportunity to apply design thinking and human-centred design methodologies to diagnose problems, explore innovative solutions, and create impactful experiences. Working collaboratively within a dynamic team, you'll contribute to research, co-design workshops, and the development of user-focused solutions.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Supporting Design Research and Analysis: Assist in planning, scheduling, and conducting research activities, including participant recruitment and preparing materials.
- Contributing to Design Projects: Work on small- and large-scale design initiatives, supporting the delivery of human-centred services across the university.
- Managing Design Resources: Maintain and organise templates, tools, and resources for research and design practices.
- Facilitating Design Communications: Support the creation of design outputs in various formats, including visual, written, and verbal presentations.
- Collaborating Across Disciplines: Work with a blended toolkit incorporating Design and Service Improvement methodologies to achieve optimal outcomes.
You may be a great fit if:
You are a creative and analytical thinker with a solid understanding of Design Thinking and Human-Centred Design methodologies, possessing strong research skills and the ability to synthesise complex information into actionable insights.
You may also:
- Hold a relevant tertiary degree or have an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Demonstrate excellent organisational and project management skills.
- Possess strong interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders.
- Exhibit a growth mindset, showing empathy, curiosity, and resilience in your approach to work.
For further information please refer to the attached PD.
What we offer you!
We offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits to support your success and sense of fulfillment, including:
- Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being
- Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balance
- Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance
- Health and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program
For more information check out our benefits page!
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Be Yourself
The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child-safe organisation. We are committed to creating an inclusive and equitable workplace where all individuals feel valued, respected, and have the opportunity to thrive regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, age, being a parent or having caring responsibilities.
The University of Melbourne is committed to fostering a barrier-free and inclusive recruitment process. We are dedicated to providing reasonable adjustments for candidates throughout the application and interview stages, including accessible document formats and alternative application methods. To discuss your specific requirements, please feel free to contact Kim Groizard +61 3 9035 3218 or send an email titled 'Reasonable Adjustments' to hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au. You can find more information for applicants requiring reasonable adjustments on our Careers website: https://about.unimelb.edu.au/careers
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians, with unprecedented investment to attract, nurture and retain Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and staff. Tangible support through a range of programs and initiatives will ensure that you personally succeed and flourish while at the University of Melbourne.
For further information, including our 2023-2027 Indigenous strategy please visit -https://about.unimelb.edu.au/reconciliation/murmuk-djerring
If you are a member of an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community and would like any support, please feel free to contact our Indigenous Employment & Development team via email at oied-hr@unimelb.edu.au.
Working at the University – what you need to know
This role requires the successful candidate to maintain a Working with Children Check The successful candidate can apply for the WWCC as part of the onboarding process. In the case the selected candidate doesn't have a valid Working with Children Check, they will be able to apply for the WWCC as part of the initial onboarding procedures.
Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.
Join Us and unlock your career potential!
Is this the perfect opportunity for you? Apply today! Including the following documents:
- Resume
- Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience
Please note that you are not required to respond to the selection criteria in the Position Description.
^For information to help you with compiling short statements to answer the selection criteria and competencies, please go to http://about.unimelb.edu.au/careers/selection-criteria
If you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please feel free to contact Ethan Khamly via email at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au, ensuring that you include the Position Number and the Job Title as the subject. Please do not share your application to this email address.
If you have any particular questions regarding the job please follow the details listed on the Position Description.
Position Description
