Research Assistant

• Exercise your research administration expertise in this multifaceted role
• UC Level 5, Salary Range $77,292 pa - $87,815 pa + 17% Super (Pro rata)
• Part Time, Fixed Term Opportunity – to end of 2024

About Us:

Join us here at University of Canberra where we walk together to foster an inclusive and empowered community. Together, we endeavour to empower, connect, and exchange knowledge with our diverse people, cultures, and environments.

We stand firm and dedicated to upholding fundamental values such as inclusivity, honouring Indigenous cultures (Nurragunnawali), driving positive change, nurturing curiosity, and promoting collaborative efforts. We are committed to leading the national education sector in championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility via Connected – A Decadal Strategy 2023-2032.

About the opportunity:

Based within the Faculty of Health, as a Research Assistant, you'll play a crucial role in supporting the Clinical Research Rehabilitation and Translation area of Research Strength. Your responsibilities will include various administrative tasks to ensure the smooth functioning of the area, as well as organizing events such as seminars, learning groups, and planning days.

Moreover, you'll actively contribute to research activities by conducting literature reviews and assisting with grant writing endeavours. If you prefer a flexible schedule, we offer options for either one full day per week or two half days per week to accommodate your needs and preferences. This provides you with the opportunity to balance your work commitments effectively.

Offerings/ Benefits/ Culture:

The University offers excellent conditions and benefits such as:

• Flexible working arrangements
• Family-friendly policies
• On campus Gym, Medical services, Cafes, Post office, Supermarket and Childcare facilities.
• Professional Development offerings (study assistance, corporate programs and discounts)
• Innovative work environment with a diverse and inclusive culture
• Access to Employee Assistance Program and a corporate private Health Plan (Bupa)

We warmly welcome Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage, persons with disabilities, and those representing culturally diverse backgrounds to join us in creating a brighter, more inclusive future for all.

What we need from you: To be considered for this position, we only require your CV; no additional documents are necessary.

SUBMIT your CV through the “Apply Now” tab.  We kindly ask that you take this opportunity to align your CV with the Position Description, ensuring that your skills and experience are clearly articulated in connection with the specific requirements of the role.

If you are initially shortlisted, you may be asked to complete an online one-way video interview. There will be a list of pre-set questions that will need to be answered within a stipulated time.

Working Rights: Applicants who wish to apply for this position should have valid working rights at the time of submission.

WWVP: The University of Canberra is committed to the safety of vulnerable and young people. As such, successful applicants will be required to have a current ACT working with vulnerable people registration. For further details on how to apply please click https://www.accesscanberra.act.gov.au

For job specific information: please contact Professor Jennie Scarvell, Deputy Dean, Health on 02 6206 3*** or email ***************@canberra.edu.au

Recruitment and application questions: please contact the Talent Acquisition team on 02 6206 3*** or email ********@canberra.edu.au

Closing Date: 11.55pm, Tuesday 9th April 2024