The Faculty of Law & Justice is seeking expressions of interest from motivated and enthusiastic individuals to join our Casual Research Assistant Talent Pool.
This talent pool will support a range of research projects across the Faculty, including both Law and Criminology disciplines. Successful applicants may be contacted as casual research opportunities arise throughout the year.
As a Research Assistant, you will provide research and administrative support to academic staff and research teams across a variety of projects. The nature of the work will vary depending on the project requirements and may include both independent and team-based research activities.
About the Role
Research Assistant opportunities may involve:
- Providing research and administrative support to research projects and academic staff.
- Collecting, entering and maintaining research data and databases.
- Assisting with data analysis and statistical reporting.
- Undertaking research support activities using established research methodologies.
- Liaising with research participants and stakeholders.
- Assisting with the preparation of ethics applications, grant applications, abstracts and progress reports.
- Preparing research documentation, manuscripts, presentations and study materials.
- Recruiting research participants and supporting data collection activities.
- Transcribing interviews and organising fieldwork activities where required.
- Attending research meetings, taking minutes and participating in training sessions.
- Assisting with the coordination of research-related events and administrative activities.
About You
To be successful, you will demonstrate:
- A relevant tertiary qualification (or be nearing completion), with appointments at Level 5 generally requiring completion of a degree.
- Previous experience supporting research projects or undertaking research activities.
- Strong interpersonal and written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with colleagues, researchers, research participants and stakeholders.
- Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities.
- Strong computer literacy, including experience using Microsoft Office and other relevant software or research databases.
- The ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a research environment.
- A commitment to maintaining confidentiality and working in accordance with research ethics requirements.
Classification
This is a casual Research Assistant Talent Pool.
Appointments may be made at Research Assistant Level 3, Level 4 or Level 5, depending on the requirements of the role and the successful candidate's qualifications, skills and experience.
Please note that inclusion in the talent pool does not guarantee an offer of employment or appointment at a particular classification level.
Why UNSW?
At UNSW, the work you do has a ripple effect far beyond your immediate role. We have a reputation for doing work that benefits others. Here, you can put your skills into the service of something bigger. Whether you contribute by making progress in your field, improving the lives of students or the wider community, this is a place where your work will feel meaningful.
As a G08 university, we are globally recognised for making an impact and it’s our people who make this happen. We are Australia’s #1 university for impact in research, and we’re one of the top 20 employers in Australia.
Pre-Employment Checks
Aligned with UNSW’s focus on cultivating a workplace defined by safety, ethical conduct, and strong integrity preferred candidates will be required to participate in a combination of pre-employment checks relevant to the role they have applied for.
These pre-employment checks may include a combination of some of the following checks:-
- National and International Criminal history checks
- Entitlement to work and ID checks
- Working With Children Checks
- Completion of a Gender-Based Violence Prevention Declaration
- Verification of relevant qualifications
- Verification of relevant professional membership
- Employment history and reference checks
- Financial responsibility assessments/checks.
- Medical Checks and Assessments
Compliance with the necessary combination of these checks is a condition of employment at UNSW.
How to Apply
To be considered for the Casual Research Assistant Talent Pool, please Apply Now with:
- A current resume; and
- A brief cover letter outlining your research experience, areas of expertise, and the types of research projects you are interested in supporting.
Applications will be assessed on merit, and suitable applicants will be added to the talent pool for consideration as casual opportunities become available.
For any enquiries related to the role, please contact the Law & Justice Research Office at law-research@unsw.edu.au.
Please apply online - applications will not be accepted if sent to the contact listed.
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