Research Project Officer

University of Adelaide, Australia

Updated: 4 days ago
Location: Adelaide, SOUTH AUSTRALIA
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: 28 Apr 2024

Job no:513931
Work type:Fixed term - Full-time
Campus:Adelaide
Categories:Technical, Laboratory and Research Support, HEO6


(HEO6) $86,360 - $93,285  per annum plus an employer contribution of 17% superannuation applies.

Full time, fixed term contract until 31 December 2025.

Research Services provides professional staff support services to the University's Research community in relation to competitive research funding/grant opportunities, research grant administration, applications and awards, research ethics, compliance and integrity management, research contract management and research related reporting and collections such as the Excellence in Research for Australia (ERA), and general and strategic advice to researchers and research leaders.

The Research Project Officer at the Office of Research Ethics, Compliance, and Integrity (ORECI) offers executive-level assistance for implementing legislation, codes of practice, and policies within the research ethics, compliance, and integrity domain.

Working under general direction, this position involves providing advanced support for projects, committees, and system functions to enhance ORECI processes and services. Key responsibilities include aiding in the development, implementation, and refinement of ORECI processes, website, and information systems. Moreover, the role encompasses administrative and operational duties to facilitate ORECI activities and address internal and external inquiries effectively.

To be successful you will need:

  • Knowledge of the University sector and of related structures and processes in a research-oriented field.
  • Demonstrated experience providing high-level administrative support including a high level of competence in servicing committees and taking minutes.
  • Demonstrated ability to evaluate and interpret complex rules, policies and procedures and analyse information and issues to support the development of practical solutions and recommendations to improve administrative efficiency and deliver quality services.
  • Demonstrated high-level competence of standard office computer software, internet and database packages, and the ability to adapt quickly to changing IT environments;
  • Demonstrated high-level verbal and written communication skills including the ability to prepare correspondence for internal and external audiences, and briefing papers for management.
  • Demonstrated ability to work effectively on both independent projects and as part of a high functioning team in the achievement of planned goals and objectives;
  • Demonstrated ability to use initiative, exercise good judgement and prioritise competing demands while maintaining work accuracy and attention to detail in a pressured environment
  • Demonstrated ability to promote the organisational values of integrity, respect, collegiality, excellence and discovery, and a commitment to positively comply with the associated behaviour expectations

    • Qualifications:

  • Degree qualification(s) in an appropriate field 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 28th April 2024***

    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:

    Dr. Monica Kerr

    Director, Research Ethics, Compliance & Integrity
    E: [email protected]

    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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