"Research Support Assistant (Research Contracts)"

Position Details

• Continuing Part Time at 0.6 FTE (working days negotiable)
• Higher Education Officer Level 5 | $82,657 - $91,222 p.a. (pro-rata for part time)
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• Location: Bedford Park / Kaurna Country

About the Role

The Research Support Assistant (Research Contracts) provides high-quality administrative and operational support for research contract activities across Research Development and Support (RDS) and the University’s Colleges. Working within the Research Contracts Team, this role supports the processing and coordination of research contracts, contributes to research data integrity and reporting, and helps maintain effective partnerships with internal stakeholders to support Flinders research activity.

In this position, you will also:

• Provide administrative support to the Manager, Research Contracts and Senior Research Contracts Officer across contract-related services
• Assist with the processing and coordination of research contracts and associated documentation
• Maintain and update research management systems and contract databases, supporting data integrity and accurate record keeping
• Contribute to research data capture, reporting and workflow monitoring across research contract systems

About You

You are a proactive and detail-oriented administrator with strong organisational skills and a commitment to service excellence. You bring sound judgement, reliability and a collaborative approach to your work, and are comfortable managing multiple tasks and deadlines in a structured, process-driven environment. You communicate clearly and professionally with a wide range of stakeholders and contribute positively to a team culture focused on accuracy, responsiveness and continuous improvement.

In addition, you will:

• Demonstrated administrative experience in a complex organisational environment
• Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills, applying sound judgement across varied administrative matters
• Strong computing skills, including Microsoft Office applications and database systems
• Experience using university administrative and research management systems (desirable)

About the Office of Graduate Research

The Office of Graduate Research supports excellence in higher degree research across Flinders University. Working in close partnership with Colleges, professional services, research end-users and government programs, the OGR leads key initiatives that strengthen HDR training, engagement, partnerships and student success.

How to Apply and Information

• As well as a CV, you are required to submit Suitability Statement of no more than 3 pages, addressing Key Position Capabilities of the position description.
• This position is open to domestic candidates. For more information regarding this position, please contact Sophie Trabilsie.
• Applications to be submitted before 10:00 pm (ACDT) on Sunday, 1 March 2026.

Please note, late applications and applications sent via agencies will not be accepted.