Research Officer

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Work type:part time
Location:Sydney, NSW
Categories:Research Administration support

Research Officer

• Employment Type: Part-time (28 hours per week)
• Duration: 12 month fixed term contract
• Remuneration: $96,960 – $103,434 + 17% Super and leave loading
• Location: Kensington, NSW (Hybrid Flexible Working)

About UNSW:

UNSW isn’t like other places you’ve worked. Yes, we’re a large organisation with a diverse and talented community; a community doing extraordinary things. Together, we are driven to be thoughtful, practical, and purposeful in all we do. Taking this combined approach is what makes our work matter. It’s the reason we’re one of the top 50 universities in the world and a member of Australia’s prestigious Group of Eight. If you want a career where you can thrive, be challenged and do meaningful work, you’re in the right place.

Why Your Role Matters:

As a Research Officer, you will play a key role in supporting research projects as part of a multidisciplinary team of researchers around communication and engagement during pandemics and other health crises.

You will provide technical and research assistance to senior research staff in activities associated with the Community driven communication and engagement during health crisis periods: co-designing enhanced and transferable strategies project, including the recruitment of participants, completion of in-depth interviews/co-design sessions and analysis of data.

The role reports to the Associate Professor and has no direct reports.

Who You Are:

• A university degree in public health or related discipline, or an equivalent level of knowledge gained through a combination of education, training or experience.
• Knowledge of research protocols, experimental design and planning as involved in developing research projects and reporting against milestones.
• Experience with qualitative research.
• Demonstrated superior interpersonal communication skills to initiate and maintain effective stakeholder relationships whilst exercising discretion and confidentiality.
• Excellent time management skills, with a demonstrated ability to respond to changing priorities, manage multiple tasks and meet competing deadlines by using judgement and initiative.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a high level of attention to detail and the ability to liaise effectively with a range of stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and productively within a team, but also to take initiative and work independently while managing competing demands.

Benefits and Culture:

UNSW offer a competitive salary and access to a plethora of UNSW-perks including:​

• 17% Superannuation and leave loading​
• Flexible working ​
• Additional 3 days of leave over the Christmas Period​
• Access to lifelong learning and career development ​
• Progressive HR practices​

More information on the great staff benefits and culture can be found here.

How to Apply:

Make each day matter with a meaningful career at UNSW. Submit your application online before the 20th March at 11:55pm. Your application should include a document addressing the Selection Criteria (skills and experience on the position description). A copy of the Position Description can be found on JOBS@UNSW.

Get in Touch (for job related queries only – applications will not be accepted if sent to the contact listed):

Jamie Cutler: Talent Acquisition Consultant

E: [email protected]

UNSW is committed to evolving a culture that embraces equity and supports a diverse and inclusive community where everyone can participate fairly, in a safe and respectful environment. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and encourage applications from people of diverse gender, sexual orientation, cultural and linguistic backgrounds, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background, people with disability and those with caring and family responsibilities. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff.

The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.

Advertised:12 Mar 2024 AUS Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close:20 Mar 2024 AUS Eastern Daylight Time