Senior Research Fellow (Level 1) - [Archived Advertisement]

Senior Research Fellow (Level 1)

The Australian Council for Educational Research (ACER) is one of the world’s leading educational research and development organisations. Originally established in Australia as an independent, not-for-profit organisation, ACER now has offices in Australia, India, Indonesia, Malaysia, UAE and the UK.

ACER is seeking an experienced and highly skilled researcher to join ACER’s Effective Practice in Education (EPE) research program. Members of EPE undertake practice-focused research with diverse stakeholders to support effective teaching, learning and leadership in early childhood, primary and secondary contexts. We lead large-scale projects for a range of government and non-government agencies to inform policy and practice. Our areas of research focus include early childhood education, inclusive education, evidence-based teaching and learning in primary and secondary school, and continuous professional learning for educators and leaders across the early childhood and school sectors.

The Senior Research Fellow 1 will provide research leadership in one or more of our core areas of research focus. They will develop and manage new research projects and make a high-level contribution to collaborative research teams. They will be an effective mentor and coach for less experienced researchers and actively contribute to an inclusive, collegial research culture.

The successful applicant will work across a range of research activities, including a significant national project with an emphasis on measuring progress and outcomes for pre-school children. Specialisation in diverse young children’s learning and experience of Australian early childhood education and care, including the Early Years Learning Framework, will be beneficial.

General Information

The position is full time and offered on an ongoing basis. 

This position may be based at any of ACER’s offices located in Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, Adelaide or Perth.  Salary is within the range $144,070 – $159,235 per annum (plus 17% ACER contribution to superannuation).

For a copy of the full position description and details of how to apply, please visit our website at https://www.acer.org/au/about-us/careers/current-opportunities    

Applications close on Sunday 25 February 2024 at 5pm (AEDT).

This position is also only open to people who are already able to work in Australia. 

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We recognise the value of equity and diversity in the workplace and the strength that a supportive and inclusive culture brings to the organisation and to individuals. We are dedicated to attracting, retaining and developing our people using inclusive practices.