Research Assistant - Sydney, Australia - University of New South Wales

University of New South Wales
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Description

Job no: 522983


Work type:
full time


Location:
Sydney, NSW


Categories:
Research Administration support


The Opportunity
The Global Water Institute (GWI), UNSW, has an opportunity for a
Research Assistant.

In this role you will provide research and administrative support to research activities in GWI in the Faculties of Arts, Design and Architecture, Science and Engineering in collaboration with Indigenous communities, including the Yuwaya Ngarra-li Partnership and Indigenous River Rangers Project with the Dharriwaa Elders Group at Walgett NSW, and Community Garden and Food Security Project, Bourke Aboriginal Community Health Service.

As the
Research Assistant you will participate in and complete cultural induction and training.

On occasion you will travel to communities in remote and regional NSW, and to work in accordance with community protocols.


This role reports to A/Prof Martin Andersen (Water Research Laboratory - School of Civil and Environmental Engineering) and A/Prof Ruth McCausland (UNSW Director of Yuwaya Ngarra-li).

This role has no direct reports.

  • Salary, Level 4 $75,927 per annum + 17% superannuation
  • Full time
  • Fixedterm contract 12 months


  • Location: Kensington

  • Sydney, Australia
  • Hybrid working

About UNSW
UNSW isn't like other places you've worked. Yes, we're a large organisation with a diverse and talented community; a community doing extraordinary things. But what makes us different isn't only what we do, it's how we do it. Together, we are driven to be thoughtful, practical, and purposeful in all we do.

If you want a career where you can thrive, be challenged and do meaningful work, you're in the right place.


Skills & Experience

  • A bachelor's degree or diploma with an equivalent combination of relevant qualifications and work experience.
  • Understanding of water policy and the role of Aboriginal communitycontrolled organisations.
  • Ability to follow instructions and perform a range of research and administrative tasks as requested.
  • Sound organisational skills including ability to prioritise tasks and duties to meet deadlines.
  • Advanced interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to work in a team, collaborate across disciplines and build effective relationships.
  • Demonstrated ability in the use and administration of online systems and databases. (if necessary)
  • 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.

Benefits and Culture:

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

  • 17% Superannuation and leave loading
  • Flexible working/Hybrid working
  • Additional 3 days of leave over the Christmas Period
  • Access to lifelong learning and career development
More information on the great staff benefits and culture can be found here.


To Apply:

Applicants must have working rights in Australia and be able to be on site in Kensington regularly.


Contact:

Eugene Aves - Talent Acquisition Consultant


Applications close:11:55 pm (Sydney time) on Thursday 2nd May 2024

Position Description


Advertised: 12 Apr 2024 AUS Eastern Standard Time

Applications close: 02 May 2024 AUS Eastern Standard Time
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