Project Officer

Adelaide University; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 83,000 - 102,000; Part time

Job summary

Adelaide University’s Waite Campus invites applications for a part-time (0.7FTE), fixed term contract for 3 years in the School of Agriculture, Food and Wine. The role focuses on coordinating a major multi-partner grains research investment, translating findings into outcomes for Australian grain growers.

You will work with scientists and staff, track progress, prepare updates and reports for investment agencies, and ensure milestones are met.

Qualifications

• Degree in science, business or related discipline, or equivalent experience.
• Demonstrated project management experience in multi-partner environments.
• Strong stakeholder management and excellent communication skills.
• Experience with project reporting, milestones, and meetings coordination.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate delivery of a major multi-partner research investment on grains.
• Track progress against an operating plan and coordinate updates.
• Prepare accurate reports for investment agencies and partners.
• Ensure milestones are on schedule and translate research into practical outcomes.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Communication

Education

Degree in science or related discipline

Tools

Project management software

Job description

• Based in the School of Agriculture, Food and Wine, College of Science at the Waite Campus
• Part-time (0.7FTE), fixed term contract for 3 years
• Salary starting at $92,511 per annum (pro rata) plus 17% superannuation
• Work across a major multi-partner research collaboration advancing Australian grains

At Adelaide University, we create the opportunities you need to achieve your ambitions – because when you thrive, we thrive.

We are transforming education for contemporary learners and global citizens. Building on a proud legacy and shaped by bold ambition, it’s a place of excellence and equity, where our vibrant community of staff are united by our purpose to inspire Australia’s future change‑makers and create a better tomorrow.

Work that matters

Coordinate the delivery of a significant multi-partner research investment focused on accelerating the development of improved wheat and barley varieties through new breeding technologies. You will work closely with scientists and professional staff, communicate with project partners to track progress against a detailed operating plan, arrange project updates, ensure milestones are on schedule, and assemble accurate reports for investment agencies, helping translate research innovation into more resilient crops and meaningful outcomes for Australian grain growers.

Curious to learn more? Explore the full role description to discover more about this opportunity.

The team

Reporting to the Director, Waite Research Institute, you will work within a collaborative multidisciplinary team and engage broadly across Adelaide University, including research services and business development teams. You will also work closely with university, industry and other research partners to coordinate activity and support the successful delivery of this major grains research investment.

Visit the AU website to learn more about the School of Agriculture, Food and Wine.

Our people

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys bringing people together, building trusted relationships and keeping complex projects moving. You will join an inclusive and collaborative team that values flexibility, open communication and shared accountability, with opportunities to work both face-to-face and flexibly while coordinating stakeholders across the University and externally.

Experience

• A degree or equivalent qualification in science, business or a related discipline, or relevant equivalent experience
• Demonstrated project management experience, ideally within research, agriculture or another complex multi-partner environment
• Strong stakeholder management skills, with experience building productive relationships across internal and external organisations
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including project reporting, milestone tracking and coordination of meetings and deliverables
• Experience using project management systems and coordinating timelines, budgets and resources; knowledge of agricultural or biological sciences would be highly regarded

Our commitment to inclusion and diversity

We are committed to fostering a culture of inclusion where diversity is celebrated and everyone feels respected and valued. Adelaide University is an equal opportunity employer, committed to creating a safe, inclusive, and equitable workplace where everyone can thrive. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, and people of all ages, genders, cultural backgrounds, sexual orientations, and gender identities. We are committed to supporting flexible working arrangements and providing reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process.

Build on your career with Adelaide University now

The online application form will list the specific selection criteria that you need to address.

Submit your application by 11:30pm Tuesday 15 September 2026

Please note that the role description is not attached to this advertisement as it is currently being finalised.

For further information about this opportunity, please contact (quoting reference number 493324).

Applications welcomed from Australian or NZ citizens, Australian permanent residents and those who have the legal right to work in Australia for the term of appointment.