(Casual – HEO4) from $46.71 per hour plus an employer contribution of 11.5% superannuation applies.

Casual Administration Officer opportunity available for 1-2 days per week within the School of Computer & Mathematical Sciences – a perfect role for an individual who would like to develop skills in emerging technologies and project management.

The Computer Science Education Research Group (CSER) is based in the School of Computer and Mathematical Sciences at The University of Adelaide, and is home to the CSER STEM Professional Learning Program.

This role will support the work of the CSER National Lending Library, helping in the preparation and distribution of digital technology kits to schools across Australia. We are seeking someone who has a strong work ethic, initiative and who thrives in being highly organised. Due to the nature of the role working with lending library kits and organisation of receiving/outgoing kits, this position requires in-person attendance at the CSER office at The University of Adelaide North Terrace Campus.

The position will involve the following tasks:

• Manual handling - moving older kits from storage (on campus) checking their functionality, charging them up and helping to reintegrate them back into library circulation.
• Preparing digital technology kits for inclusion in the Lending Library for distribution to Australian schools under the supervision of the CSER Project Manager and Project Support Officer.
• Charging robots and equipment.
• Updating software by connecting equipment to the internet, updating labels and paperwork (eg printing/photocopying)
• Clear, concise, and respectful communication with stakeholders and staff in person, or via email and phone.
• Ability to follow technology setup instructions and to support basic trouble-shooting issues.
• A willingness to use and learn how to use new technologies.
• Ability to follow systems and processes with accuracy and in a systematic, highly organised manner.
• Maintains accurate records and can support reporting activities.

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 provided throughout 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 collaboration - 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.

Learn more at: adelaide.edu.au/jobs

If you have the talent, we'll give you the opportunity. Together, let's make history.

Click on the ‘Apply Now’ button to be taken through to the online application form. Please ensure you submit a cover letter addressing your suitability for the role and resume.

For a confidential discussion regarding the requirements of this position, contact:

Susie Barber
A/g Project Lead, CSER STEM PL Team (CSER Digital Technologies/Maths in Schools MOOCs)
E: susie.barber@adelaide.edu.au

Applications will close 11:55pm, Sunday 25th May 2025

To be eligible to apply for this position, you must be an Adelaide University, University of Adelaide or UniSA current employee at the time the position is advertised.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer committed 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.

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