HEO4 $73,961 - $81,067 per annum plus an employer contribution of 17% superannuation applies.

Fixed term part-time position for 2 years (0.5 FTE)

Working under routine supervision, the Research Officer will be responsible for providing assistance in the collection and measurement of research data from sites across South Australia, collating the data and providing written progress reports on the project.

Based at the Roseworthy campus, the Research Officer will work collaboratively with colleagues to maintain equipment and monitor the wellbeing of livestock animals, assist with planting and maintenance of shrub plantings and pastures to enable the project to be successfully delivered on time.

This role will provide hands-on research and technical support for farm trials focussed on improving climate and drought resilience, ensuring the accurate collection of samples, measurements, and data from both livestock and plant species. The Research Officer will maintain detailed and secure records while contributing to the preparation of reports and milestone documentation and will assist with the planting and management of pastures and shrubs, ensuring all equipment and devices function effectively throughout each project. The Research Officer will support animal welfare by monitoring and maintaining high standards of care.

To be successful you will need:

• Demonstrated experience conducting research trials, including sample collection, data analysis, and accurate data reporting.
• Strong background in agronomy, horticulture, and working with livestock animals.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and Word.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively in team environments.
• Highly self-motivated with strong time management and organisational skills.

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 Sciences, Engineering and Technology is a multidisciplinary hub of cutting-edge teaching and research. Many of its academic staff are world leaders in their fields and graduates are highly regarded by employers. The Faculty actively partners with innovative industries to solve problems of global significance. 

Learn more at: set.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 or selection criteria document.

Applications close 11:55pm, 13 November 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:

William Van Wettere
Associate Professor, School of Animal and Veterinary Science
E: william.vanwettere@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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