Role type: Fixed term until August 2027, Part time 0.6 FTEFaculty: Faculty of ArtsDepartment/ School: School of Culture and CommunicationSalary: Level A $87,266.00 - $118,416.00 p.a. (Pro Rata) plus 17% super
* Meaningful impact for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities / Collaborative partnership with First Languages Australia / Flexible part-time research role.
* Apply now to advance Indigenous language revitalization through high impact, collaborative research with national partners.
* Investing in you - benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities.
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Your next career opportunity
In this Research Assistant role, you will support vital research into Indigenous language recovery and revitalisation. You will collect and analyse qualitative data, synthesise evidence and help translate findings for diverse stakeholders. Working closely with academic leaders and community partners, you will gain experience in impactful, community‐engaged research.
Your responsibilities will include:
* Support design and delivery of empirical research on the economic impacts of Indigenous language revitalisation.
* Conduct desktop research, literature reviews and data analysis, contributing to robust interpretation of project findings.
* Assist with qualitative data collection in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, including possible domestic travel.
* Prepare, proofread and edit academic and plain language outputs, ensuring clarity and accessibility for varied audiences.
* Coordinate project-related administration, meetings and reporting, supporting effective collaboration across academic and partner organisations.
You may be a great fit if:
* Hold a minimum Honours-level qualification in a humanities, social science or closely related discipline.
* Demonstrate capability in conducting research, including qualitative or quantitative methods, data analysis and desktop research.
* Apply skills in literature reviewing, critical appraisal and use of scholarly databases and reference management software.
* Use tools such as NVivo and strong writing skills to produce high-quality academic and plain language outputs.
* Collaborate effectively within small teams, managing competing deadlines while maintaining excellent professional and collegial conduct.
* Bring experience working with Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, or other Indigenous or First Nations, communities.
What we offer you
We offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits to support your success and sense of fulfilment, including:
* Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well‐being
* Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work‐life balance
* Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance
* Health and well‐being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program
For more information check out our benefits page!
Your new team - School of Culture and Communication
The School of Culture and Communication, within the Faculty of Arts, is a vibrant centre for interdisciplinary research. You will join a team committed to advancing Indigenous knowledges, language revitalisation and social justice through collaborative partnerships. Working with First Languages Australia and community organisations, the team generates research with strong policy and community impact. You will be supported by experienced academic leaders, a collegial culture and strong Faculty infrastructure.
Be Yourself
The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child‐safe organisation. We believe the diversity of our community enriches us all, and we are committed to creating an inclusive and fair workplace where everyone is valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. Discover more about Diversity and Inclusion at UniMelb.
We're committed to a barrier‐free recruitment process and ongoing workplace support, providing reasonable adjustments throughout. We warmly encourage applications from people with disabilities. For assistance, please contact Kim Groizard on +61 3 9035 3218 or at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au (subject: 'Recruitment Adjustments'). Contact details for other enquiries are located at the bottom of this page.
Find more information for applicants requiring reasonable adjustments.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians. The Indigenous strategy, Murmuk Djerring outlines our investment and support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff and students. Indigenous applicants are encouraged to connect with "Korin‐Korin", our Indigenous Employment & Development team at oied-hr@unimelb.edu.au for further information and support.
Please note
This role requires current valid work rights for Australia. Visa sponsorship is not available.
A Working with Children Check (WWCC)
A Working with Children Check is required for all positions. If successful, we'll guide you through the WWCC application process during onboarding and reimburse the cost.
Join Us and unlock your career potential
If this role is right for you, please apply with the following documents:
* Resume
* Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience
* The responses against the Selection Criteria (found in the Position Description, please keep to one page only)
Learn more about the application process, including tips and FAQs.
For recruitment queries, email Kate Vasconcelos at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au. Include the Position Number and Job Title in the subject line. Please do not send applications to this email address. For job‐specific queries, refer to the contact details in the Position Description.
Applications close
Thursday 12th March 11:55 PM; Melbourne time zone.
Position Description: JR-010357 Research Assistant PD.pdf
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