Research Projects Officer

Job no: 515487
Work type: Fixed term - Full-time
Campus: Adelaide
Categories: Project Management and Project Support, HEO6

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(HEO6) $89,383 - $96,550 per annum plus an employer contribution of 17% superannuation applies.

Fixed-term contract until 31 December 2025

The University of Adelaide is a large and successful university in Australia's Group of Eight research intensive universities, distinguished by its international reputation and commitment to innovation and excellence in research and teaching.

The Division of Research and Innovation provides leadership in achieving the University’s strategic goals, particularly in relation to research strategy, researcher education, services, infrastructure and supporting the development of world-class research and impact, both nationally and internationally.

Research Services provides administrative support services to the University's Research community in relation to competitive research funding/grant opportunities, research grant administration, research ethics and compliance administration, research related reporting, research systems support, and general and strategic advice to researchers and research leaders. This role works with the team providing progress reporting and monitoring of Research data collections as well as providing input into quality assurance, process improvement and documentation development.

To be successful you will need:

  • Highly-developed organisational and administrative skills, the ability to prioritise and manage work, maintain accuracy and meet deadlines.
  • Demonstrated analytical skills and ability to analyse and report on data.
  • Demonstrated capacity to evaluate and interpret complex technical documentation, policies and procedures.
  • Well-developed communications skills including report writing and ability to summarise complex information.
  • High level computer skills, including experience with Microsoft Office suite, and knowledge and experience with databases and reporting tools.
  • Strong interpersonal skills with a demonstrated ability to work in a team environment.

Desirable:

  • Understanding of the organisation of research and of related structures and processes in a research-oriented University pertaining to research publications
  • Understanding of data structures and data migration processes, preferably in a research environment.
  • Knowledge and experience with Symplectic Elements and/or Research Master. 

Qualifications:

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

 Enjoy an outstanding career environment

The University of Adelaide is a uniquely rewarding workplace. The size, breadth and quality of our education and research programs - including significant industry, government and community collaborations - offers you a 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

Your division's broader role

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. 

Learn more at: adelaide.edu.au/research/about-us/

How to Apply

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 5 January 2025.

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:

Andrew Graham
Research Information and Systems Manager
P: 0408 087 396

The University of Adelaide is 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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