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

Fixed term, full-time 12-month position available 

The Linguist is based in Adelaide and works under the general direction of the Manager, MLT on linguistic issues relating to community language projects in regional locations in South Australia. The Linguist produces linguistic analyses of complex language databases and archival materials held at the MLT to increase understanding of SA Aboriginal languages. In conjunction with the Manager, MLT the Linguist provides general supervision and support to other linguistic staff including the Linguistics Officer and Project Linguist.

The Linguist also provides advice on second language learning and assists with the integration of existing MLT Aboriginal language resources with Tauondi Corporation Certificate II, III and IV training courses. The Linguist also delivers linguistic training components in Aboriginal community workshops.

To be successful you will need: 

• Ability to develop and populate complex language databases that reflect the state of SA Indigenous languages.
• Proven ability to produce clear, high-quality linguistic analyses from complex language databases that reflect the state of Indigenous languages.
• Proven ability to work as a member of a team.
• Ability to produce or contribute to academic publications.
• Ability to work with a variety of digital linguistic tools (Flex, Elan, Excel) and social media platforms.

This position requires a valid Working with Children Check and National Police Check

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

Your faculty's broader role

The Faculty of Arts, Business, Law and Economics is a place of innovative practice and thought leadership across a diverse range of disciplines. It offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, and has strong connections with business and industry, including internationally.

Learn more at: able.adelaide.edu.au

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, resume, and upload a document that includes your responses to all of the selection criteria for the position as contained in the position description document.

Applications close 11:55pm, Tuesday 24th June 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:

Paul Monaghan
Manager & Senior Linguist
E:  paul.monaghan@adelaide.edu.au

You'll find a full position description and/or selection criteria below: (If no links appear, try viewing on another device)

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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