SENIOR RESEARCH ANALYST

Full time, fixed term until December 2028 ASO8 salary range $121,107 - $125,679per annum+ super Based atRegency Campus/KaurnaCountry View:Role Description The Opportunity The National Security TAFE Centre of Excellence builds knowledge, skills, and processes to develop Australia’s sovereign capability and ensure its capacity to build sovereign manufacturing, digital and technology capabilities, and enhance and protect Australia’s national security. The Senior Research Analyst is responsible for leading research activities within the Centre of Excellence providing governance for research methods and reports, conducting research, analysing and reporting on emerging industries, future workforce and job role needs. This role is specific to the Centre of Excellence project being undertaken for National Security and defence industries. Key Responsibilities Inform research and evaluation project designs, methods, and reports. Liaise and negotiate with internal Business Unit staff and external stakeholders on a range of matters including research, recommendations, and findings. Provide expert advice to the Centre of Excellence relating to emerging industries, future workforce, and job role vocational training needs. Provide expert advice and analysis utilising a range of sources including but not limited to Federal and State Government, university and Cooperative Research Centres, industry associations, and Service Skills organisations. Prepare and contribute to timely and well-researched publications, briefings, reports, and notes on complex issues. What We’re Looking For A sound understanding of applied research, including research systems and methodologies. High level research and analytical skills to undertake complex problem solving and planning. High level skills in the provision of data and information and the ability to analyse, evaluation and provide recommendations to senior level managers. Demonstrated experience developing and delivering on projects, working in a complex environment, moving from detail to larger, strategic issues What You Need to Know A valid Working with Children Check (WWCC) issued by the South Australian Department of Human Services is required before employment. Please refer to the Role Description for all Special Conditions. Why TAFE SA? TAFE SA, proud winner of Training Provider of the Year in 2021, 2022 & 2024 SA State Awards and winner of the Large Training Provider of the Year 2024 National Training Awards, delivers high quality education and skills training across South Australia. Join an innovative team shaping job-ready students and creating life-changing opportunities. More than a job, make real impact GO GET IT Perks & Benefits Generous leave entitlements including Recreation, Sick, Long Service, Retention, Paid Parental, Family & Domestic Violence, Special and Cultural leave that supports cultural diversity and First Nations Purchase Annual Leave Salary Sacrifice / Salary Packaging options Employee Assistance Program(EAP) Health & Wellbeing Program Flexible work arrangements that support work-life balance conditions Inclusive, diverse and collaborative culture Career development and progression Ongoing professional development opportunities Ready to Shape the Future? Click ‘Apply’, we’re excited to hear from you Share your resume and a short selection criteria response (max 2 pages). For enquiries, please contact Nick Howie – Director, Centre of Excellence on or via email at Applications close: 4 December 2025 at 11:45pm Inclusion and Flexibility Statement Be you, be valued, be included. At TAFE SA, we celebrate diversity and encourage all applicants, including First Nations peoples, Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) communities, LGBTIQA+ individuals, people with disability, and neurodiverse talent. Need support applying? Let us know Empower. Impact. Reconcile. Discoverour Want to know more about TAFE SA? Follow Us On LinkedIn: TAFE SA | LinkedIn Facebook: TAFE SA | Facebook Instagram: TAFE SA | Instagram YouTube: TAFE SA | YouTube Website: TAFE SA | Website #J-18808-Ljbffr