• $84,470 to $93,865 p.a. (HEW 5)
• Fixed term (2 years), full-time contract, City Campus
• Open to candidates with the relevant working rights

SENIOR RESEARCH OFFICER

SCHOOL OF BUSINESS AND LAW

CITY CAMPUS

$84,470 TO $93,865 p.a. (HEW 5)

FIXED TERM (2 YEARS), FULL TIME

Edith Cowan University

Are you ready to belong to a dynamic community where courage, creativity, and optimism are essential elements of our DNA? At ECU we’re inspired by the incredible achievements of Edith Cowan, the first woman elected to an Australian parliament and a lifelong champion of education. Empowered by her legacy, we’re united in our vision to lead the sector in educational experience and expand our impact through world-class research. 

Embrace an opportunity to become part of something extraordinary.The School of Business and Law 

The School of Business and Law at ECU is a progressive and industry-connected school committed to excellence in education, research, and engagement. Accredited by AACSB International, the School is recognised among the world’s top 250 for Business and Economics in the Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings 2026, ranked in the top 50 globally for Hospitality and Tourism Management, and in the top 150 for Business Administration in the 2025 Shanghai Rankings. Locally, the School is ranked first in Western Australia and third nationally for Teaching Quality in the 2025 AFR BOSS Best Business Schools list. The School’s programs are designed to develop world-ready graduates who are innovative, ethically minded, and equipped with the practical skills and global outlook needed to thrive in rapidly changing industries. 

As part of an exciting expansion, the School is now located in world-class facilities at the landmark ECU City Campus at Yagan Square – a state-of-the-art Business, Law, Creative Industries and Technology precinct in the heart of Perth. This transformational move brings together teaching, research, and industry engagement in one vibrant hub, marking an inspiring chapter in ECU’s journey of growth and innovation.About the Opportunity  

The School of Business and Law at Edith Cowan University (ECU) is seeking a motivated and detail oriented Senior Research Officer (HEW 5) to support a major industry engaged research initiative: the $1M Sheep Industry Pivot Project. This project aims to diversify market pathways for Australian sheep products by identifying high potential global product opportunities, supporting business transformation for existing players in the ecosystem, and supporting the delivery of a pilot industry incubator with producers, processors, and distributors. 

In this role, you will contribute directly to applied research that has real world industry impact. Your work will include conducting desktop research, supporting market scans, analysing data, coordinating stakeholder engagement, and assisting in preparing evidence based reports and business cases. You will also play an integral part in the delivery and evaluation of the project’s Pilot Pivot Incubator, ensuring strong connections between research outcomes and industry needs.

About you 

You are an organised, proactive, and research minded professional who enjoys working across diverse tasks - from desktop research and market analysis to stakeholder engagement and drafting reports. Your background includes experience in research assistance, such as literature reviews, qualitative or mixed methods data collection, or competitor benchmarking. 

You bring strong communication skills, allowing you to translate information into clear, engaging formats for varied audiences. You are comfortable working with external stakeholders and can coordinate meetings, workshops, interviews, and other engagement activities with professionalism and confidence. 

Your planning and organisational abilities mean you can manage multiple priorities, maintain accurate research records, and contribute effectively to project documentation and delivery. You are collaborative, respectful, and able to build positive working relationships across teams and with industry partners. 

A tertiary qualification in a relevant discipline is required. Experience or familiarity with the sheep industry, livestock production, food innovation, or agricultural value chains will be highly regarded but is not essential. 

Benefits of working at ECU 

At ECU we’re committed to fostering a positive employment experience and believe this is fundamental to the success and satisfaction of our employees. Growth and development matter here, because we recognise people are at the centre of everything we do. Our thriving work culture is guided by the ECU values and complemented by a range of employee benefits; visit our website to read about flexible working arrangements, generous leave entitlements, our commitment to Wellbeing, exclusive corporate discounts and industry-leading superannuation. 

Contact  

For further information or enquiries about the role please contact:

Dr Geremy Farr-Wharton: g.farr-wharton@ecu.edu.au 

Application Process  

Please upload an up-to-date resume summarising your experience and achievements, along with a brief covering letter of no more than 2 pages outlining your suitability for the role. 

Advert ClosureApplications close Thursday 12 March 2026 at 11:30pm AWST. 

ECU reserves the right to close the advertisement before the stated closing date, and encourage applicants to submit their applications early. 

PLEASE NOTE: APPLICATIONS WILL ONLY BE ACCEPTED FROM CANDIDATES WHO HAVE THE RELEVANT WORKING RIGHTS TO FILL THIS POSITION. 

ECU is a diverse and inclusive workplace with specific strategies and initiatives in place to address underrepresentation of specific groups. We strongly encourage applications from the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community. 

We are dedicated to attracting, retaining and developing our people regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, age and faith. For more information on our commitment to equity and diversity, please visit our Inclusive Workplace website. 

At ECU, we are committed to supporting adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, as well as during employment. We actively encourage people with disability to apply to ECU. To discuss how we can support adjustment requirements, please contact the person listed above.