• Based in the College of Science, School of Agriculture, Food and Wine at the Waite Campus (Urrbrae).
• Full-time, fixed term contract until 30 June 2028
• Salary range: (HEO8) $121,744 - $135,754 per annum (plus 17% superannuation)

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 

The APPN Collaborative Programs Manager plays a key role in delivering nationally significant plant phenomics programs that support agricultural innovation, food security and environmental sustainability across Australia. Day-to-day, the role brings together researchers, technical specialists, industry partners and service providers to coordinate complex projects, manage data and reporting activities, support collaborative platforms such as UAV-based analytics systems, and ensure research programs are delivered successfully from planning through to outcomes. Through this work, the position enables world-leading plant science research that helps improve crop performance, farm productivity and resilience to future agricultural challenges.

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

The team 

Reporting to the Associate Director, National Field Phenomics, the APPN Collaborative Programs Manager is part of the Australian Plant Phenomics Network (APPN), a nationally distributed research infrastructure supporting world-leading plant science. The role works across universities, government agencies and industry partners to coordinate collaborative programs, strengthen national research capability and translate scientific innovation into practical outcomes that benefit Australian agriculture and the broader community.

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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 suited to someone who enjoys variety, connecting people and ideas, and building strong relationships. You will work across a nationally distributed network of researchers, technical specialists, universities, industry partners and government stakeholders, coordinating diverse projects and initiatives that contribute to world-leading agricultural research and innovation.

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: 

• A postgraduate qualification and extensive relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.
• Demonstrated experience coordinating complex projects, programs, research activities, or operational workflows involving multiple stakeholders.
• Experience in agricultural research, field trials, plant phenomics, remote sensing, or a related field.
• Experience managing project documentation, work plans, schedules, deliverables, and reporting requirements.
• Experience coordinating data collection, data management, or quality assurance activities across multiple projects or locations.
• Proven ability to manage competing priorities, work independently, and deliver outcomes within agreed timeframes.
• Demonstrated experience coordinating project financial and administrative processes, including budgets, contracts, invoices and service agreements, and developing effective working relationships with researchers, technical colleagues, service providers and external collaborators

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 

Simply click on the Apply Now button and upload: 

• your current CV 
• a cover letter

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

Submit your application by 11:30pm Sunday 29 of November 2026

For further information about this opportunity, please contact (quoting reference number 493412): 

Rachael Cossons 
Talent Acquisition Adviser
+61 8 8302 1700 | careers.adelaideuniversity@adelaide.edu.au

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.  

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