Research Assistant - Monash, Australia - MONASH UNIVERSITY

Description

Job No.: 663807

Location: Clayton campus

Employment Type: Part-time, fraction (0.8)

Duration: 2-year 5-month fixed-term appointment

Remuneration: Pro-rata of $78,120 - $106,022 pa Level A (plus 17% employer superannuation)

• Amplify your impact at a world top 50 University
  
• Join our inclusive, collaborative community
  
• Be surrounded by extraordinary ideas - and the people who discover them
  
  

  At Monash, work feels different. There's a sense of belonging, from contributing to something groundbreaking – a place where great things happen.
  
  

  We value difference and diversity, and welcome and celebrate everyone's contributions, lived experience and expertise. That's why we champion an inclusive and respectful workplace culture where everyone is supported to succeed.
  
  

  Together with our commitment to academic freedom, you will have access to quality research facilities, infrastructure, world class teaching spaces, and international collaboration opportunities.
  
  

  Learn more about Monash.
  
  

  The Opportunity
  
  

  We're seeking a Research Assistant to join us in the School of Education, Culture and Society as a core member of the new 'Supporting teachers and teaching in the age of AI' ARC Discovery research project led by Professor Neil Selwyn. The project aims to explore the growing integration of AI tools into secondary schools, and identify ways to support teachers to engage with AI technologies in their classrooms.
  
  

  As the successful candidate, you will possess in-depth knowledge of social/educational theory and qualitative research methodologies, along with expertise in socio-technical approaches related to AI in educational settings. You will have experience or a keen interest in school-based research, including qualitative case studies and participatory design methods. Strong analytical skills, as well as excellent planning and organisational abilities, are essential.
  
  

  Diversity is one of our greatest strengths at Monash. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, culturally and linguistically diverse people, people with disabilities, neurodiverse people, and people of all genders, sexualities, and age groups.
  
  

  Join the pursuit of our purpose to build a better future for ourselves and our communities – #ChangeIt with us.
  
  

  Monash avidly supports flexible and hybrid working arrangements. We have a range of policies in place enabling staff to combine work and personal commitments. This includes supporting parents.
  
  

  Your employment is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of all pre-employment and/or background checks required for the role, as determined by the University.
  
  

  For instructions on how to apply, please refer to 'How to apply for Monash Jobs'.
  
  

  Enquiries
  
  

  Professor Neil Selwyn Deputy Dean, Research & Professor in School of Education Culture and Society,
  
  

  Position Description
  
  

  Research Assistant
  
  

  Closing Date
  
  

  Friday 31 May 2024, 11:55pm AEST