Senior Project Officer - [Archived Advertisement]

• Provide project support to a key education research project in the ILSTE
• Total remuneration AUD $103,133 to $111,620.
• Full time, fixed term (2 years with a possibility of an extension) appointment located in Brisbane

Australian Catholic University (ACU) is an inclusive community which welcomes students and staff of all beliefs. ACU has over 2,500 staff supporting more than 34,000 students across eight campuses – Adelaide, Ballarat, Brisbane, Canberra, Melbourne, North Sydney, Strathfield and Rome.

As valued members of our community, all staff members are expected to have an understanding of ACU's mission and values and to demonstrate an active contribution to them.

The Institute for Learning Sciences and Teacher Education (ILSTE) is a national research institute hosting a team of internationally-renowned researchers and international scholars undertaking nationally-funded research studies with a range of industry-funded partners. Our research draws on both qualitative and quantitative methodologies and includes large-scale, longitudinal studies and meta-analyses.

The Senior Project Officer contributes to the management and coordination of financial, research and general administrative activities to support a key education research project in the ILSTE. You will oversee each stage of the project including the implementation and management of ethical approvals; liaison with Partner Organisations; ongoing school and teacher liaison; preparation of online professional learning materials; data management, collection, analysis and synthesis; preparation of reports; literature reviews and draft manuscript preparation. You  may be required to visit primary and/or high schools to conduct research and collate data as part of the project.

For further information about the role please refer to the attached position description.

You will need to have:

• Completion of a degree in a relevant discipline (e.g. education, assessment, psychology, health) with subsequent experience supporting large-scale research projects.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively and efficiently manage digital files in a large-scale, complex research project, including the preparation and monitoring of ethics, and the preparation of project reports.
• Demonstrated experience working with qualitative and/or quantitative research methods, including analysing and synthesising interview data, conducting literature searches, and preparing literature and manuscripts for publication.
• Demonstrate confidence and courage in achieving ACU’s Mission, Vision and Values by connecting the purpose of one’s work to ACU’s Mission, Vision and Values.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and communicate clearly (written and spoken modes) with national and international researchers, partner organisations, and research participants to achieve project timelines and objectives.

Other attributes

• Demonstrated commitment to cultural diversity and ethical practice principles and demonstrated knowledge of equal employment opportunity and workplace health and safety, appropriate to the level of the appointment.
• Evidence of ability to work with children and contribute to and protect their safety and wellbeing.  The successful applicant will be required to hold a valid working with children clearance for the State or Territory in which the position is located.

The University pursues an excellence agenda and offers an environment where staff are welcomed and safe, and valued through development, participation and involvement.

As an Employer of Choice for Gender Equality we offer leading practice parental leave entitlements for both men and women, flexible work options and a range of generous leave options to assist with work-life balance.

How to Apply:

Obtain the Position Description via the ACU Careers website. Applicants are expected to address all selection criteria listed in the position description. To apply for this role click the "Apply" link below. Visit Hints and Tips on how to apply.

Total remuneration valued to $103,133 - $111,620 pa, including salary component $87,149 - $94,321 pa (Higher Education Worker Level 7), employer contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading.

General enquiries can be sent to Alison Curtis on email: Alison.Curtis@acu.edu.au.

Only candidates with the right to work in Australia may apply for this position.

Equal Opportunity and Privacy of personal information is University policy. For more details visit: www.acu.edu.au/careers

Applications Close: Tuesday 17 September 2019 at 11.55pm

ACU is committed to diversity and social inclusion in its employment practices. Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities and people from culturally diverse groups are encouraged.