Employment Type: Part Time, 14 hours per week

Duration: 12 months fixed term

Remuneration: $85,717 + 17% superannuation + leave loading

Location: Kensington, New South Wales

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

Why this role matters:

The Research Assistant will work within the Population Child Health Research group a multidisciplinary translational research team. The Research Assistant will provide research and administrative support on the Healthy Beginnings project. This initiative focuses on developing and piloting an early intervention targeted to address the physical, developmental, and psychological needs of children and families in early learning centres through a multidisciplinary approach.

The Research Assistant will report to the Professor, Head of the Population Child Health Research Group.

Skills Required:

• A degree in psychology, early childhood education, public health, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
• Experience with community child health research or health services research.
• Familiarity with community health programs, particularly those aimed at early childhood development.
• Demonstrated experience in early childhood care or related community settings.
• Experience in research management, including data collection, stakeholder engagement, and evaluation frameworks.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively with a variety of internal and external stakeholders from diverse backgrounds and levels of seniority as well as children, young people and families.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Highly proficient computer literacy with excellent skills in Microsoft Office applications, research tools and software
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and productively within a team, but also to take initiative and work independently while managing competing demands
• Knowledge of health & safety (psychosocial and physical) responsibilities and commitment to attending relevant health and safety training.

To learn more about this position, and view the comprehensive skills and criteria list, a copy of the Position Description can be found by clicking on the position description button beneath our ad on JOBS@UNSW.

Specific Pre-Employment Checks Required:

• NSW Working with Children Check or willingness to obtain one
• Criminal Records Check
• Verification of Qualifications

Benefits and Culture:

UNSW offer a competitive salary and access to a plethora of UNSW-perks including:​ 

• 17% Superannuation and leave loading​ 
• Flexible working ​ 
• Additional 3 days of leave over the Christmas Period​ 
• Access to lifelong learning and career development ​ 
• Progressive HR practices​ 

More information on the great staff benefits and culture can be found here.  

How to apply

Please click Apply now to submit your application online. Applications submitted via email will not be accepted.

Please provide a resume and a cover letter addressing the selection criteria (Skills and Experience in the position description) and interest in the role. Applications that do not address these selection criteria will not be considered.

To view the full position description, please click on the Position Description link below.

Contact

Aarti

Talent Acquisition Coordinator

a.aarti@unsw.edu.au

Applications close:  Wednesday 5^th February before 11:30 pm

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.