Industry Engagement Coordinator, Stem

3 days ago


Melbourne, Australia RMIT University Full time

Overview:
- Full-time, Continuing position- Salary HEW 7 + 17% Superannuation and Flexible Working Arrangements- Based at the Melbourne CBD campus, but may be required to work and/or be based at other campuses of the University

About The Position

The Industry Engagement Coordinator for STEM is responsible for facilitating effective industry engagement to secure placement sites for students that align with program needs and university strategies. Their main duties include collaborating with industry professionals and college staff to identify quality engagement opportunities, supporting business development initiatives across the STEM college, and fostering a multidisciplinary approach to partnerships. Additionally, they assist in organizing Work-Integrated Learning (WIL) events for partners, create marketing materials to attract new placement sites, and actively contribute to team culture while seeking process improvement and risk mitigation.

To be successful in this position, you'll have:
- Demonstrated ability to work and promote STEM college programs to the industry with a focus on WIL opportunities.- Demonstrated communication, relationship building, and negotiation skills to work collaboratively with academic and professional staff, students, and external clients from diverse cultural backgrounds.- Understanding of the industry sectors related to the STEM College programs and their relation to Work Integrated Learning.- Exposure and knowledge of the industry growth areas related to the STEM college and their associated innovative ecosystem.- Demonstrated ability to work across a business development workflow, including lead generation, conversion, and account/relationship management.- Demonstrated ability to build and retain effective relationships at all levels within an organisation.- Proven initiative and problem-solving skills, with the ability to act without specific direction where appropriate.- Demonstrated administrative, organisational and time management skills with proven ability to re-adjust workload priorities to meet conflicting deadlines.- Demonstrated proficiency in computer software packages, working with accuracy and attention to detail.- Demonstrated high level capability and commitment to continue to develop cultural competency.

About the College

The STEM College holds a leading position and expertise in the science, technology, engineering, mathematics, and health (STEM) fields. We are uniquely positioned to influence and partner with industry, as never before.

STEM College is a community of exceptional STEM researchers, teachers, inventors, designers and game-changers, supported by talented professional staff. We offer higher education programs across all STEM disciplines at the Bachelor, Master and PhD levels, and ensure our students experience an education that is work-aligned and life-changing.

The College is renowned for its exemplary research in many STEM areas including advanced manufacturing and design; computing technologies; health innovation and translational medicine; nano materials and devices; and sustainable systems. Our brilliant researchers attract funding from government and industry sources.

Industry is at the heart of what we do. It ensures our research has real world impact, and our students are truly work-ready. We have established new hubs of industry-connected digital innovation and endeavour and are engaging with global STEM organisations at scale.

Our diversity and shared values empower our work, and we are proud of the College’s inclusive, caring culture. We offer a safe, dynamic work environment, and support every member of our community of achieve their potential. The College appointed Victoria’s first ever Dean of STEMM, Diversity & Inclusion in 2020, and this role drives gender equity, diversity and inclusion strategies across the College.

STEM College employs 1,000 staff who deliver onshore and offshore programs to approximately 20,000 students.

We are here to positively impact the world and create the next generation of STEM leaders.

To Apply

Please submit your CV and covering letter addressing your suitability for this position by clicking on the 'Apply' link at the top of this page.

Job Description:
Industry Engagement Coordinator

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11 June 2025 11.59 pm
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