Use your skills and knowledge for impactful research as a Research Associate Casual opportunity with an immediate start available HEO 6, Step 1, $***** per hour plus super
About the opportunity
The Research Associate will provide administrative, project management and research support across a range of research initiatives.
Working closely with researchers and project partners, the role will contribute to activities such as literature reviews, ethics application submissions, data management, stakeholder coordination, and research documentation.
A key focus of the position will be supporting the development of a collaborative research project involving researchers at the University of Sydney and external partners.
The project explores the digital media cultures and literacies of young people involved in the justice system.
The Research Associate will also contribute to other research projects at various stages of development.
Working under general supervision, the Research Associate will apply appropriate research and administrative process, plan and prioritise their workload, and support the delivery of project outcomes.
Responsibilities
provide research support across a range of activities, including literature reviews, ethics applications, fieldwork documentation, transcription review, and other research-related tasks as required contribute to the development and submission of research ethics applications, helping to ensure the timely and effective delivery of research activities coordinate and support administration and coordination activities in accordance with project timelines and objectives, including scheduling meetings, arranging travel and accommodation, processing Concur acquittals, and liaising with travellers, project partners, and other stakeholders assist in the preparation and compilation of project materials, reports, publications,



and presentations to support project delivery and reporting requirements build and maintain positive relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders, facilitating effective communication, responding to enquiries, and supporting strong collaborative partnerships
About You
interest in online safety education, digital media use among youth, Indigenous research, youth justice ability to develop and apply research skills, including conducting literature reviews and preparing research ethics submissions experience supporting or coordinating research projects, including fieldwork activities, project administration, and stakeholder engagement excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to prepare high-quality documentation and communicate effectively with a diverse range of stakeholders strong organisational and project coordination skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities, meet deadlines, and maintain attention to detail demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team workplace experience working in a research-intensive and/or higher education environment will be highly regarded
Sponsorship / Work rights for Australia
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
This role requires valid work rights for Australia.
Pre-employment checks




Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in role satisfactory to the University.
Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements.
If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment.
The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.
The University of Sydney may conduct routine pre-employment checks before an appointment is made.
EEO statement
At the University of Sydney, our shared values are trust, accountability and excellence and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive.
We are committed to creating a University community that thrives through diversity and reflects the wider community that we serve.
We deliver on this through our commitment to diversity and inclusion, evidenced by our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people living with a disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and those who identify as LGBTQIA+.
We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.
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Find out more about our work on diversity and inclusion.
Applications from people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds; equity target groups including women, people with disabilities, people who identify as LGBTIQ; and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, are encouraged.
Applications
Applications Close Wednesday 02 September *******:59 PM
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📌 Research Associate (New South Wales)
🏢 University Of Sydney
📍 New South Wales