Research Assistant, Department Of Critical Indigenous Studies

PRIMARY DETAIL

• Appointment Type: Casual
• Location: Macquarie University, Wallumattagal Campus (North Ryde)
• Salary Package: $55.27 per hour (HEW 5) (incl. 25% salary loading), plus 11% employer’s superannuation
• Project ending 30 November 2024

THE ROLEThis position is in the Department of Critical Indigenous Studies within the Faculty of Arts. This position is required to support an MQRAS Project titled “Indigenous Literary Studies in Higher Education: Exploring the Australian context and learning from global relatives”.The applicant must have high level research skills and knowledge as well as a proven record of work with and for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples and communities demonstrating good relations.Key Accountabilities:Supporting research team to undertake ethics application, desk top reviews, data analysis and logistical coordination of research activitiesProvide administrative support to research project (excel creation, word processing and liaising with participants)Engage with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander scholars, community members and teachersContribute to publication and research disseminationRates of Pay:A Research Assistant (HEW5) will be paid the appropriate rate dependent on qualification set out in Schedule 2: Casual Professional of the Professional Staff Enterprise Agreement, including 25% casual loading.ABOUT YOUThe successful applicant will be an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person who has experience engaging with educational research. Experience working in academia is desirable but not essential. The applicant will be someone who is enthusiastic about Indigenous Studies and research and interested in joining a dynamic award-winning team of Indigenous researchers.ABOUT USThe Department of Critical Indigenous Studies within the Faculty of Arts, is an Indigenous led department comprising of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander academics, researchers and professional staff. Reflecting our global focus, we also include Indigenous people from overseas. We have a shared vision as outlined in our research agenda for the Centre for Global Indigenous Futures and we work closely together to bring that vision to fruition. The Department of Critical Indigenous Studies produces critical insights into the politics, cultures and social practices of Indigenous peoples.We are committed to principles of equity, justice and diversity. Our research prioritises Indigenous ways of knowing, doing and being, drawing on non-Western epistemologies and ontologies. Our research supports the political empowerment, cultural strengths and overall wellbeing of Indigenous peoples, both across this continent and globally.Macquarie is a university engaged with the real and often complex problems and opportunities that define our lives. Since our foundation in 1964, we have aspired to be a different type of university. Over the years, we've grown to become the centre of a vibrant local and global community. .TO APPLY:To be considered for this position, please apply online by submitting your CV and a separate cover letter (not exceeding 2 pages) that demonstrates how you meet the following selection criteria:Experience working in Indigenous education within Australian school systemsExperience supporting a project from conception to completionExperience conducting literature reviewsProven record of work with and for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples and communities demonstrating good relationsPosition Enquiries: Dr Tamika WorrellGeneral Enquiries: HR Officer, Narie IngAPPLICATIONS CLOSE: Wednesday 1st May 2024 (11:59PM AEDT)If you're already part of the Macquarie Group (MQ University, U@MQ, MQ Health, MGSM), you'll need to apply through your employee Workday account. To apply for this job: and go to the Careers App
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