Project Officer

2 days ago


Adelaide, South Australia The University of Adelaide Full time

Job no: 517233
Work type: Continuing - Full-time
Campus: Adelaide
Categories: Project Management and Project Support, HEO6

(HEO6) $92,511- $99,929 per annum plus an employer contribution of 17% superannuation applies.

Full time, continuing position.

The Project Officer plays a key role in supporting research excellence at the University through the delivery and improvement of research ethics, compliance, and integrity systems and processes.

This position supports strategic and system-based projects that enhance the efficiency, quality, and compliance of research activities across the University.

Working within a high-performing team in the Office of Research Ethics, Compliance and Integrity (ORECI), this role offers the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to the University's research mission. You will be involved in delivering process and system enhancements, supporting digital research compliance systems, and collaborating with academic and professional staff across a world-leading research institution.

It's an ideal role for someone looking to apply their project, systems, and stakeholder engagement skills in a dynamic, research-focused environment.

To be successful you will need:

  • Demonstrated ability to evaluate and interpret complex rules, policies and procedures, and to analyse information and workflows to identify and implement business process and system improvements that enhance administrative efficiency and service quality;
  • Demonstrated high-level computing skills and competence in standard office software and information management systems, and the ability to adapt quickly to changing digital and operational environments;
  • Demonstrated high-level verbal and written communication skills including the ability to prepare clear and concise correspondence and briefing papers for internal and external audiences;
  • Proven ability to build and maintain effective relationships with a wide range of stakeholders, including academic, professional, and external partners, to support service delivery and project success;
  • Demonstrated ability to contribute to the delivery of projects and operational objectives, working effectively both independently and as part of a high-functioning team to achieve planned outcomes;
  • Demonstrated ability to use initiative, exercise sound judgement and manage competing priorities while maintaining accuracy, attention to detail, and meeting deadlines in a high-pressure environment;
  • Understanding of research structures, ethics and compliance processes in a research-intensive University context (desirable);
  • Demonstrated ability to promote the organisational values of integrity, respect, collegiality, excellence and discovery,and a commitment to consistently demonstrate the associated behavioural expectations.

Qualifications:

  • A degree with subsequent relevant experience; or
  • An equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training

The path to Adelaide University

We are on an exciting path to Adelaide University as we prepare to open our doors in January 2026. Adelaide University will combine the strengths of the University of Adelaide and the University of South Australia, and we are dedicated to creating an accessible and future-focused educational powerhouse that fosters economic and social wellbeing through ground-breaking research and innovative teaching. You can learn more about Adelaide University HERE and more information will be providedthroughout the recruitment process.

Enjoy an outstanding career environment

We offer a uniquely rewarding workplace. The size, breadth and quality of our education and research programs - including significant industry, government and community collaborations - offers you vast scope and opportunity for a long, fulfilling career.

It also enables us to attract high-calibre people in all facets of our operations, ensuring you will be surrounded by talented colleagues, many world-leading. Our work's cutting-edge nature - not just in your own area, but across virtually the full spectrum of human endeavour - provides a constant source of inspiration.

Our culture is one that welcomes all and embraces diversity consistent with our Staff Values and Behaviour Framework and our Values of integrity, respect, collegiality, excellence and discovery. We firmly believe that our people are our most valuable asset, so we work to grow and diversify the skills, knowledge and capability of all our staff.

We embrace flexibility as a key principle to allow our people to manage the changing demands of work, personal and family life.

In addition, we offer a wide range of attractive staff benefits. These include: salary packaging; flexible work arrangements; high-quality professional development programs and activities; and an on-campus health clinic, gym and other fitness facilities.

The Division of Research and Innovation leads the University's research strategic planning. It manages research, partnerships, prioritises investment in strategic initiatives, and responds to changes in the external environment.

Click on the 'Apply Now' button to be taken through to the online application form. Please ensure you submit a cover letter, resume, and upload a document that includes your responses to all of the selection criteria for the position as contained in the position description or selection criteria document.

Applications close: 11:55pm, Sunday, 7th of September.

The University reserves the right to close this advertisement before the closing date if a suitable candidate is identified.

For further information

For a confidential discussion regarding this position, contact:

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employercommitted to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. Female applicants, people with a disability and/or and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who meet the requirements of this position are strongly encouraged to apply.If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at time of application.

Advertised: 19 Aug 2025 12:00 AM
Applications close: 07 Sep 2025 11:55 PM

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Level (Salary range): HEO6 - $92511- $99929
Type: Continuing - Full-time
Branch/School: Research Services
Campus: North Terrace Campus
Closing Date: 7 Sep 2025 23:55
Play a key role in supporting research excellence at the University through the delivery and improvement of research ethics, compliance, and integrity systems and processes.
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Level (Salary range): HEO6 - $92511- $99929
Type: Continuing - Full-time
Branch/School: Research Services
Campus: North Terrace Campus
Closing Date: 7 Sep 2025 23:55
Play a key role in supporting research excellence at the University through the delivery and improvement of research ethics, compliance, and integrity systems and processes.
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