Project Officer

The University of Adelaide

Adelaide SA

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Project Officer (HEO 6)

Based in the College of Business and Law at City West Campus

Part-time 0.8 FTE, 3 year fixed term contract

Salary Range: 92,511 to 99,929 per annum (plus 17% superannuation)

Support applied research projects across sport, tourism and local government

Role Summary 

Coordinate CERM PI projects, with a strong focus on data analysis and the regular production of client reports, alongside stakeholder engagement across applied research services.

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

This role is a key position within the Customer Experience Research Metrics and Performance Indicators (CERM PI) team, supporting the coordination, administration and delivery of applied research projects.

CERM PI delivers benchmarking, advisory and customer experience research services across the sport, tourism and local government sectors, producing regular, high-quality reporting outputs and insights that support evidence-based planning, investment and service delivery.

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

The team

Reporting to the Business Manager, this role sits within the School of Management in the College of Business and Law and supports the operational delivery of CERM PI projects.

You will work closely with internal and external stakeholders to coordinate project activity, support data collection, analysis and reporting, contribute to high-quality client outcomes, and support business development activities including proposal preparation and client engagement where required.

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Our people 

Our people are guided by purpose, curiosity and a commitment to lifelong learning. We embrace authenticity, innovation and collaboration, and harness diverse thinking in our pursuit of excellence.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys collaborative, project-based work, frequent stakeholder engagement, contributing to accurate, repeatable reporting outputs and insights that inform decision-making.

Learn more about our people, what we stand for and what we offer at Careers at AU.

Experience

To join our community and thrive in this role, you will likely have the following skills and experience:

Experience supporting projects in a complex environment, ideally with exposure to applied research within the sport, tourism or local government sectors

Ability to engage and collaborate with diverse stakeholders

Commitment to continuous improvement and service excellence

Well-developed analytical and data management skills, including experience working with quantitative and qualitative research data contributing to structured reporting outputs.

Exposure to or interest in business development activities, including proposal support or supporting client relationship development (desirable)

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.

Launch your future with Adelaide University now

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Deadline: 11:30 pm, Monday, 18 May 2026.

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Contact: Georgia Borg, Recruitment Consultant, 61883137000