"ANU Officer 6/7 (Administration) - Project Officer"

Classification:

ANU Officer 6/7 (Administration)

Salary Range:

$98,387 to $113,252 per annum plus 17% superannuation

Term:

Full time, fixed term (up to 12 months)

Part-time applications will be considered.

• Bring your skills, experience, ideas and initiative to work in a strategically oriented environment
• Supporting the ANU Defence Institute, you will connect with stakeholders inside the University and across government and industry.
• The role suits a resourceful and organised person who can build and maintain a community of researchers.

Position overview

As Project Officer, you will be part of a small, dynamic team at the ANU Defence Institute. The ANU Defence Institute has been established to provide a strategic approach to Defence-relevant education and research, drawing on expertise across the entire University. The Institute provides a ‘front door’ for engagement with Defence and Defence Industry and supports University staff to provide a coordinated approach to delivery of research and education programs in collaboration with Defence and Defence Industry.

The Project Officer will work closely with other members of the Institute, and colleagues across campus, liaising with and providing quality advice and service to a variety of academic and professional staff. The position will report to the Institute Manager and will provide a proactive and professional approach to all matters relating to the priorities and activities of the Institute.

For further information please contact Mr Dale Holland, Associate Director, Research Infrastructure E: rii@anu.edu.au

The University actively encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. For more information on employment opportunities, contact our Indigenous Employment Consultant at indigenous.employment@anu.edu.au

ANU values diversity and inclusion and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to those of all backgrounds and identities. For more information about staff equity at ANU, visit https://services.anu.edu.au/human-resources/respect-inclusion

Application Information

In order to apply for this role please make sure that you upload the following documents:

• A statement addressing the selection criteria
• A current curriculum vitae (CV) which includes the names and contact details of at least three suitable referees (preferably including a current or previous supervisor).
• Other documents (optional): you may wish to provide a brief statement that helps the selection panel understand any personal circumstances that have had an impact on your career / CV, or that would require adjustments (e.g. to working hours, location) should you be selected in the role.

Please note: The successful candidate must have rights to live and work in this country and will be required to undergo a background check during the recruitment process. An offer of employment is conditional on satisfactory completion.

Closing date: Tuesday, 3 March 2026, 11.55PM (AEDT)