Research Assistant

Classification: ANU Officer 4 (Research)
Salary package: $81,296 - $87,954 per annum (pro-rata) plus 17% superannuation 
Term: Part-time (0.8FTE), Fixed term (up to 6 months)

The Position

The Research Assistant plays an important role within the research team, supporting the design, delivery, and administration of research activities. Working collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders, the role assists with experimental procedures, including participant recruitment, data collection, testing, and statistical analysis. The position contributes to the preparation of reports for stakeholders and funding bodies, supports the timely and budget-conscious delivery of projects, and identifies relevant funding opportunities. The Research Assistant also provides coordination support for meetings, communications, travel, and events, while contributing to workshops and professional networks to strengthen research practices and industry knowledge.

The School

The School of Medicine and Psychology (SMP) was established in 2023 to bring together expertise from Medicine and Psychology to develop a unique educational and research environment. The focus is to produce psychologists, researchers, and medical graduates who practice compassion, conscience and professional excellence, and with a knowledge of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health and culture. The school partners with a number of healthcare organisations to deliver teaching and training including but not limited to ACT Health, community practices throughout the ACT and Southeastern NSW

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For further information please contact, Associate Professor Stephanie Goodhew, T: +61 2 6125 5545, E: stephanie.goodhew@anu.edu.au  

The University actively encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. For more information on employment opportunities, contact our Indigenous Employment Consultant on indigenous.employment@anu.edu.au   
 
ANU values diversity and inclusion and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to those of all backgrounds and identities. For more information about staff equity at ANU, visit https://services.anu.edu.au/human-resources/respect-inclusion 

Application information

In order to apply for this role please make sure that you upload the following documents:

• A statement addressing the selection criteria.
• A current curriculum vitae (CV) which includes the names and contact details of at least three referees (preferably including a current or previous supervisor). If your CV does not include referees you can complete these online when prompted in the application form.
• Other documents, if required.

Applications which do not address the selection criteria may not be considered for the position.

Please note: The preferred candidate must have rights to live and work in Australia, and will be required to complete mandatory pre-employment declarations and background checks relevant to the role they have applied for, in accordance with the Background Checking Procedure and the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-Based Violence.