Research Officer – UNSW Faculty Arts, Design & Architecture

• Employment Type: Full Time, Fixed Term for 12 months (35-hour week)
• Remuneration Level 6: $100,354 - $107,054 + 17% Superannuation.
• Location: Kensington, NSW (on-campus attendance required with some flexibility negotiable)
  
  

Why This Role Matters:

The Research Officer plays a key role in supporting research projects as part of a multidisciplinary team of researchers at the Drug Policy Modelling Program (DPMP) at the Social Policy Research Centre. The DPMP is an internationally recognised applied research program focussed on generating and translating evidence for more effective alcohol and other drug policies. It is led by Professor Alison Ritter, AO. The successful incumbent will support the research team and contribute to policy-relevant research projects, as well as assisting with the collection and interpretation of results, dissemination of results and administration activities as required by the research team.


Accountabilities:

(please review the Position Description for a full list of Accountabilities)

• Provision of practical and efficient research support to stakeholders, assisting in the conduct of research that contributes to a better understanding of alcohol and other drug policy.
• Support in the conceptualisation, design, and successful conduct of research projects which contribute to the development of drug policy research.
• 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.
• Ensure consumer and community confidentiality is maintained to build and maintain trust within individuals and key stakeholder groups.
  
  
  

Skills and Experience:

To be considered you will hold Australian Working Rights or Australian Citizenship. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment.

(please review the Position Description for a full list of Skills and Experience)

• A university degree in a drug policy related field (social sciences, criminology, public health, public policy) or related discipline, or an equivalent level of knowledge gained through a combination of education, training or experience.
• Demonstrated capacity to undertake drug policy-related research including proficiency in literature reviews, ethics applications, data collection, data entry and data analysis using qualitative and/or quantitative methods
• Experience in interviewing, organising and running focus groups, and/or other qualitative or quantitative methods
• Knowledge of research protocols, experimental design and planning as involved in developing research projects and reporting against milestones.
• 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:

People are at the core of everything we do. We recognise it is the contributions of our staff who make UNSW one of the best universities in Australia and the world.

Our benefits include:

• Flexible Working Options (work from home, flexible hours etc)
• Career development opportunities
• 17% Superannuation contributions and additional leave loading payments
• Additional 3 days of leave over Christmas period
• Discounts and entitlements (retail, education, fitness)
  
  

For further details on the benefits, please visit https://www.jobs.unsw.edu.au/lifestyle-benefits

How to Apply:

Submit both a Cover Letter and CV online via the UNSW Job Board before Wednesday 20^th November 2024 by 11:30pm. Please ensure your Cover Letter addresses the selection criteria for this position (no more than 1-2 pages).


Get in Touch:

Any applications sent to the contacts below will not be accepted.

If you have any questions about the role, please contact Alison Ritter at [email protected]

If you have any questions about the recruitment process, please contact Allyssar Hamoud at [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.