Organisation/Company ADELAIDE UNIVERSITY Research Field Arts Researcher Profile Recognised Researcher (R2) First Stage Researcher (R1) Application Deadline 20 Mar 2026 - 00:00 (UTC) Country Australia Type of Contract Permanent Job Status Full-time Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No
Offer Description
* Based in College of Creative Arts, Design & Humanities at the North Terrace Campus
* Full-time, continuing position
* Join the Elder Conservatorium of Music — A Rare Opportunity to Shape the Future of Adelaide University.
RoleSummary
We are seeking an outstanding academic leader to join the Elder Conservatorium of Music. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to one of Australia's most prestigious music institutions. The successful candidate will be a distinguished academic with a strong reputation, nationally and internationally, demonstrated through a significant record of research publications, creative works, or equivalent professional achievements.
You will play a key role in strengthening the Conservatorium's reputation for excellence in teaching, research, and creative practice. As an inspiring academic leader, you will mentor emerging staff and early career researchers, fostering a vibrant culture of collaboration and innovation across the discipline.
In this role, you will help cultivate an environment of professional excellence — driving research growth, attracting competitive funding, and building impactful partnerships with industry and community. Your work will contribute to meaningful outcomes and long‐term impact at the state, national, and international levels.
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.
Workthat matters
Play a pivotal role in advancing the Conservatorium's excellence by leading innovative teaching, impactful research, and mentoring the next generation of scholars.
You will be a distinguished academic with a proven national and international reputation in research, creative practice, or equivalent professional achievement.
Curious to learn more? Explore the full role description belowto discover more about this opportunity.
The team
Adelaide University's College of Creative Arts, Design and Humanitiesrepresentsone of the most diversecreative andculturalacademicportfolios in Australia.
Our foundation is built on astronglegacy ofleadership inarts, culture andcreativity,includingtheSouth Australian School of Art-one of the nation's longest-running art schools,and home to the world's first Bachelor of Design degree-and the Elder Conservatorium of Music, which continues to shape Australia'smusicaltalent.
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.
Working within a supportive, collaborative team, you will develop strong stakeholder relationships that contribute to their satisfaction and success.
Learn more about our people, what we stand for and what we offer atCareers at AU .
Experience
Tojoin our community and thrive in this role,you will likely havethe following skills and experience:
Level D/E
* A proven record of high-quality research outputs in refereed journals, monographs, creative works, or other recognised scholarly forms, consistent with discipline norms.
* Evidence of securing competitive research income, grants, or fellowships, and demonstrated capacity to lead collaborative research projects.
* A proven record of teaching and assessment experience in higher education, with evidence of curriculum design, innovation, and pedagogical impact.
* Demonstrated capacity and willingness to supervise higher degree by research (HDR) candidates to successful completion.
* Evidence of service and leadership within the University or profession, such as committee membership, editorial boards, or professional societies.
* Demonstrated ability to translate research into broader societal, cultural, or industry impact, including community or professional engagement.
* Proven organisational and administrative skills in an academic environment, including willingness to contribute to governance, planning, and course development.
* Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and collegially with staff, students, and external partners.
In addition to the above criteria, to be considered for a Level E position, you will require the following skills and experience:
* An established international reputation in their field of research, supported by a substantial track record of publications, creative works, or equivalent outputs.
* Proven leadership in research programs, centres, and networks, with a strong record of securing substantial external research funding.
* Evidence of mentoring and developing staff and early career researchers, building research capacity across the discipline.
* A record of shaping research directions at a School, Faculty, or University level, contributing to national or international research policy, strategy, or advocacy.
* Demonstrated capacity to generate long‐term impact through research translation, industry partnerships, and community engagement at state, national, or international levels.
Ourcommitment to inclusionand diversity
We are committed to fostering a culture of inclusion where diversity iscelebratedand everyone feels respected and valued.Adelaide University isanequal opportunityemployer,committed to creating a safe, inclusive, and equitable workplace where everyone can thrive. Westrongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, and people of allages,genders,cultural backgrounds, sexual orientations, andgender identities. We are committed to supporting flexible workingarrangementsand providing reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process.
Launch your futurewith Adelaide Universitynow
Applying is simple. Simply click on theApplyNowbuttonand upload:
* your current CV
* acover letter that tells us why you're excited about the role
The online application form will list the specific selection criteria thatyou need to address.
The University reserves the right to close this advertisementbefore the closing date if a suitable candidate is identified.
Please note that the role description is not attached to this advertisement as it is currently being finalised.
Pursuant totheChild Safety (Prohibited Persons) Act 2016 (the Act) and the Child Safety (Prohibited Persons) Regulations 2019 (the Regulations), this position has beendeemedprescribed. This role will require the successful candidate to hold a currentWorking with Children Check.
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