Research Officer

Position Summary

A Research Officer plays a key role in supporting research projects as part of a multidisciplinary team of researchers in the area of digital implementation science.
The position will provide research assistance to senior research staff in activities associated with various research projects, including the contribution and application of knowledge in the field of implementation science to a range of projects conducted within the UNSW PRAxIS lab (unsw.to/praxis).

The role reports to Associate Professor Yenni Tim and has no direct reports.

Accountabilities

Specific accountabilities for this role include:

• Provision of practical and efficient research support to stakeholders, assisting in the conduct of research that contributes to a better understanding of systematic implementation of digital technologies in organisational and community contexts.
• Support in the conceptualisation, design, and successful conduct of projects with information systems design and implementation science components.
• Prepare and contribute to the production of technical reports, manuscripts for publication and tenders or grants for external funding.
• Manage the technical aspects of databases, including coordinating and executing data cleaning, data management processes and ensuring research integrity in research databases.
• Perform quantitative/qualitative data analyses as required by the research project.
• Proactively assist with research reports, peer-reviewed publications, presentations, ethics applications and progress reports.
• Monitor research protocols, provide problem solving and resolution to any evolving problems related to design, implementation and analysis.
• Liaise with organisations, data custodians, stakeholders and collaborators and actively participate in meetings and discussions as required.
• Coordinate, plan and complete day-to-day research activities within the framework of agreed project timelines and responsibilities.
• Establish and maintain strategic external partnerships with key stakeholders, including industry, government, and community organisations, to initiate and collaborate on research projects that align with the research lab’s priorities.
• Align with and actively demonstrate the Code of Conduct and Values
• Cooperate with all health and safety policy and procedures of the University and take all reasonable care to ensure your actions or omissions do not impact on the health and safety of yourself and others.

Skills and Experience

• A university degree in information systems, implementation science, or related discipline, or an equivalent level of knowledge gained through a combination of education, training or experience.
• Knowledge of research protocols, design and planning as involved in developing research projects and reporting against milestones.
• Knowledge and experience in preparing and submitting external funding applications, including tenders and grant proposals, with an understanding of funding mechanisms and requirements.
• 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.
• An understanding of and commitment to UNSW’s aims, objectives and values in action, together with relevant policies and guidelines.
• Knowledge of health and safety responsibilities and commitment to attending relevant health and safety training.

Contact

If you require any further information regarding the role, please contact Yenni Tim via [email protected] or 02 9065 4879.

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