Institute for Social Science Research Full-time (100%), fixed-term position for up to 3 years
Base salary will be in the range $98,582 - $107,349 + 17% Superannuation (HEW Level 7)
Based at Long Pocket only 10 minutes from St Lucia Campus
About This Opportunity An excellent opportunity is available for a Principal Research Coordinator based within the Institute for Social Science Research. In this role, you will provide expert guidance on multiple social science research projects within the SSRIN initiative, a collaboration between UQ's ISSR and the ARDC. The SSRIN will collaborate with universities, government, and community partners to deliver large-scale, four-year projects improving social science research infrastructure. By enhancing data access, governance, and skills, particularly in quantitative and computational methods, this role offers an exciting opportunity to shape the future of social science research and make a significant contribution to society.
Key responsibilities will include, but is not limited to:
Conduct literature reviews and data analysis to support research on social science data discoverability, accessibility, integration, and use.
Support the production of high-quality research outputs.
Consult with key stakeholders about issues related to data discoverability, data access, data integration, and governance.
Disseminate project findings, project-related activities and outcomes through web-based content and/or social media.
Contribute to knowledge transfer, team collaboration and other SSRIN work packages as required.
About UQ As part of the UQ community, you will have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world.
Everyone here has a role to play. As a member of our professional staff cohort, you will be actively involved in working towards our vision of a better world. By supporting the academic endeavour across teaching, research, and the student life, you will have the opportunity to contribute to activities that have a lasting impact on our community.
Join a community where excellence is at the core of our culture, contributions are valued and a range of benefits and rewards are available, such as:
26 weeks paid parental leave or 14 weeks paid primary caregiver leave
17% superannuation contributions
17.5% annual leave loading
Access to flexible working arrangements including hybrid working options, flexible start/finish times, purchased leave
Health and wellness discounts – fitness passport access, free yearly flu vaccinations, discounted health insurance, and access to our Employee Assistance Program for staff and their immediate family
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Free parking available to all staff at our Long Pocket site
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About You Completion of a degree in sociology, economics, psychology, public health, education, or other social science discipline, with at least four (4) years' relevant experience in social science research; or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.
Demonstrated research-relevant knowledge and skills with experience producing literature reviews and working with quantitative social science data sets and metadata.
Experience writing, formatting and editing clear, concise, insightful, and polished research reports and reviews targeting diverse external audiences.
Experience working across multiple projects simultaneously with the ability to forward plan, priorities tasks, and meet deadlines.
Experience working independently and as part of a team.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work and liaise effectively with a wide range of stakeholders in a research environment, including the ability to perform stakeholder consultations/interviews.
The successful candidate may be required to complete a number of pre-employment checks, including: right to work in Australia.
You must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply. Employer sponsored work rights are not available for this appointment.
Questions? For more information about this opportunity, please contact Dr Matthew Curry at ******. For application queries, please contact ****** stating the job reference number (below)in the subject line.
Want to Apply? All applicants must upload the following documents in order for your application to be considered:
Cover letter summarising how your background aligns to the 'About You' section
Resume
Other Information UQ is committed to a fair, equitable and inclusive selection process, which recognises that some applicants may face additional barriers and challenges which have impacted and/or continue to impact their career trajectory. Candidates who don't meet all criteria are encouraged to apply and demonstrate their potential. The selection panel considers both potential and performance relative to opportunities when assessing suitability for the role.
We know one of our strengths as an institution lies in our diverse colleagues. We're dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion, fostering an environment that mirrors our wider community. We're committed to attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent. Reach out to ****** for accessibility support or adjustments.
Applications close 27 January 2025 at 11.00pm AEST (R-46251). Please note that interviews have been tentatively scheduled for mid-February 2025.
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