Permanent/Continuing, full-time appointment Level 6/7: $84,793 - $104,996 + 17% Superannuation Part time will be considered About the role The purpose of this role is to provide support for the development and stewardship of research activities (with focus on translation) within Early Start. In addition to supporting Early Start research activities, the roles will facilitate knowledge exchange opportunities with a view to research impact. Working under the collaborative direction of the Manager, Early Start Operations, Research Director and the Deputy Director for Early Start, this role will be instrumental in providing support for academics to establish, maintain and extend sustainable research partnerships to advance the Early Start vision and mission. This role will also work closely with the Early Start research steering committee, staff within Early Start, staff across ASSH schools and external partners to build opportunities across income streams to foster research momentum.About the area Early Start is an entity of the University of Wollongong (UOW) that sits within the Faculty of the Arts, Social Sciences and Humanities (ASSH). It draws together collaborators from the ASSH Faculty and wider UOW community to conduct interdisciplinary research and deliver evidence-based programs within the Discovery Space. Research translation is a priority and the Discovery Space and partners are key research translation spaces. Partners (community, education, government, industry) are critical to enable Early Start to achieve its vision. Early Start strives to connect research, education and community to improve the life trajectories for children, especially those growing up in regional and remote Australia. The Discovery Space is Australia's only dedicated children's museum, and the first-of-its-kind in the world based on a university campus. It is an interactive children's play environment that stimulates curiosity, nurtures creativity, builds confidence, and provides opportunities for social connection, wellbeing and development. The space is specifically designed for children from birth to 10 years and their adults and is visited by over 130,000 people a year.How To ApplyApplicants are requested to submit a resume and cover letter (maximum 3 pages) summarising your knowledge, skills and experience as they relate to the Selection Criteria and/or Major Responsibilities located in the Position Description.
