Research Assistant

Description:

Job Description:

• Multiple Fixed Term, full-time or part-time appointments (until 30 June 2027, up to 2 FTE available)
• Level 3/4: $63,183 - $80,543 + 17% Superannuation

We seek research assistants to provide research services within our dynamic team in the Project Air Strategy. The Strategy works extensively with Health Departments and other government and non-government partners. The demands of the position are dynamic and changing, based on projects, events, training and research priorities. The project proposes to research new models of care, and put in place training, consultancy and support to mental health clinicians about the treatment of personality disorder. It also works with the community, with consumers, carers, family members and employers to provide support and education about the disorder.

Project Air Strategy for Personality Disorders ( ) is a partnership between the University of Wollongong and NSW Health and other partners. It seeks to engage the community, families, carers, consumers and health and drug and alcohol services and agencies, to support better treatments for personality disorders.

As part of the team working on this project you will assist with team projects under supervision. The position may include interviews and consultation with people with lived experience of mental health conditions, data entry and analysis work, project management assistance, library work and contribution to peer review publications. You will apply your relevant education to communicate with members of the public, researchers, clinicians and families. Importantly you will have excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively as a team member in a demanding research environment.

How to Apply

You will be prompted to respond to a selection criteria questionnaire as part of the application process. Please also attach your CV to your application.

For further information about this position, please contact Pat Frencham, Project Air Executive Officer on +61 2 4221 4045 or

Closing Date: Thursday 1 May 2025, 11:59 PM

The University of Wollongong is committed to workplace equity, diversity and inclusion. We value and acknowledge the importance of our people's diverse experiences, talents and cultures that they bring to work with them each day. Embracing diversity and creating inclusion is a key component of attracting and retaining talent in our workforce. The creation of a diverse and inclusive workforce is central to our ability to unlock potential, enhance our success and achieving our vision of being in the Top 1% of universities globally.

Note: This position has been classified as 'child-related work”, more information is available within the position description

Note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Only candidates with valid work rights in Australia are eligible to apply.

About Us:

The University of Wollongong was born with a mission to transform our region: to educate and empower the people of the Illawarra. Our commitment to a better future has shaped our direction and impact since our inception.

Over the years, we have grown to be a global diverse and inclusive civic university, working to solve global challenges and promoting harmony and social cohesion. We are proud to be a globally recognised and respected university, opening doors for our students, staff and partners.

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