Wallumattagal Campus, Macquarie University
Onsite
Shape how research knowledge is captured, curated and reused – and see your work applied at scale
In this role, you will design the knowledge environment for Macquarie University's Research Program – the frameworks, taxonomies, repositories, and content that make evidence, methodologies and lessons learned genuinely accessible to researchers, professional staff, industry and community partners.
Reporting to the Research Program Manager within Service Improvement, you will work across a program that brings diverse expertise into one place. If you enjoy moving between design and practical delivery – this role offers real scope to make a difference.
About the Role
As Knowledge Specialist – Research Program, you will:
About Us
Service Improvement partners across the University to deliver programs that change how our people work. The Research Program brings together researchers and professional staff to generate, translate and apply knowledge – and this role makes certain that knowledge endures well beyond any single project.
About You
You are an experienced knowledge or information management practitioner who is as comfortable analysing content and building knowledge capability. You translate complexity into clarity, you know your way around SharePoint, and you build credibility quickly with researchers and senior stakeholders in busy, evolving environments.
Selection Criteria
How to Apply
To be considered, please apply online with your CV and a cover letter outlining how your experience aligns with the selection criteria (above).
Applications Close: 11:59pm AEDT, 30 October 2026
We reserve the right to progress or decline an application prior to the application closing date.
For enquiries, or a confidential conversation about the role please contact Swati Srivastava, Head of Commercial at swati.srivastava@mq.edu.au
Pre-Employment Checks
Macquarie University cultivates a workplace defined by safety, ethical conduct, and strong integrity. Prior to completion of an offer of employment, preferred candidates will be required to participate in a combination of pre-employment checks relevant to the role they have applied for.
Your employment is conditional upon the completion and maintenance of all role-required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University.
If you are already part of the Macquarie Group (MQ University, U@MQ, MQ Health, MGSM), you will need to apply through your employee Workday account. To apply for this job: Login to Workday and go to the Careers App > Find Jobs.
If you're already part of the Macquarie Group (MQ University, U@MQ, MQ Health, MGSM), you'll need to apply through your employee Workday account. To apply for this job: Login to Workday and go to the Careers App > Find Jobs.
Applications Close:
30/10/2026 11:59 PM
A Place Where You Belong
At Macquarie, we believe diversity makes us stronger, inclusion drives our success, and belonging inspires us to do our best work. We are proud to foster a community where different backgrounds, identities, and experiences are valued, and where our people are empowered to thrive through supportive leadership, shared responsibility, and a deep commitment to genuine care and respect for our community. Find out more about our vision for a truly inclusive workplace in our Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging Framework.
Flexible Work
At Macquarie, we believe by providing flexibility in when, where and how work is done, we can support our staff to manage their personal commitments, while optimising their work performance and contributions to the University. See how we lead in flexible work to enable an outcome focused and inclusive workplace. To learn more about our culture and hiring process, visit our Jobs at Macquarie page.
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