Description
Research Assistant
Job No.: 563263
Work type: Fixed Term
Part time 0.4FTE
Fixed Term position (24/12/2023)
Location Independent – Located at Melbourne Bundoora or any other
Victorian Regional Campuses
Level A - TRP $81,880 - $109,687 pro rata inclusive of 17% superannuation
About the position
The Department of Education and Training Victoria has funded four existing
Teaching Academies of Professional Practice (TAPPs) partners to undertake
school-based research into preparation and placement approaches for teaching
in rural and regional schools. The partnership of Latrobe University and The
University of Melbourne has received funding for the research in 2022 and 2023
as part of the engagement with school partners and mentors.
Skills and Experience
To be considered for this position, you will have:
Conduct and publish, or otherwise disseminate high quality and/or high
impact research/scholarly activities under limited supervision either
independently or as part of a team.
A comprehensive collection of data from pre-service teachers, mentors,
centre and school leaders, parent groups and community groups.
Attendance at meetings associated with research or the work of the unit to
which the research is connected including the Department of Education, La
Trobe University and The University of Melbourne (key partners).
Completion of a bachelor's degree in the relevant discipline, and evidence
of participation in higher level study relevant to discipline or
professional area.
Evidence of experience in research and evaluation and the ability to work
effectively under limited supervision or independently.
A record of contribution to publications, conference papers and/or
reports, or professional or technical contributions which provide evidence
of research potential.
Please refer to the Position Description for other duties, skills and
experience required for this position.
About La Trobe
La Trobe University's success is driven by people who are committed to making
a difference. They are creative and highly motivated, pursue new ideas and
create knowledge. La Trobe is one of Australia's research leaders, and the
largest provider of higher education to regional Victoria. Our teaching and
research address some of the most significant issues of our time and we're
passionate about driving change through operational excellence to benefit the
communities we serve.
Welcome Video - Bundoora campus – See link below;
https: // f.io/KDo0ceng
Welcome Video - Victorian Regional campuses – See link below;
https: // www. youtube.com/watch?v=w-NZBy693Go
Benefits
Please click on this link for a full list of
Benefitshttps:// www. latrobe.edu.au/jobs/working/benefits
How to apply
Closing date: 11pm Sunday 29th May 2022
Position Enquiries: Steve Murphy, steve.murphy@latrobe.edu.au
Recruitment Enquiries: recruitment@latrobe.edu.au
Position Description below:
PD - Level-A-Research-Assistant.pdf
Only candidates with full working rights in Australia may apply for this
position.
COVID-19 Vaccination Requirements
The University's Health and Safety Procedure – COVID-19 Vaccination and Other
Measures , requires staff engaged to perform work onsite at La Trobe
University to be Fully Vaccinated against COVID-19 unless they are exempt from
being vaccinated due to a recognised medical contraindication. This position
will require the incumbent to work onsite. As such, an offer of employment
will be conditional upon the applicant being Fully Vaccinated against COVID-19
or medically exempt from receiving a COVID-19 vaccination, and providing
satisfactory evidence of their vaccination or exemption status to the
University.
Please submit an online application ONLY and include the following
documents:
Cover letter;
A separate document addressing “Skills and Experience” bullet points in
the Key Selection Criteria which is located in the position description;
and
An up to date resume.
Please scroll down to apply.
Why La Trobe:
Develop your career at an innovative, global university where you'll
collaborate with community and industry to create impact.
Enjoy working on our inspiring and stunning campuses – the perfect hub
for industry, students and academics
Help transform the lives of students, partners and communities now and in
future
All La Trobe University employees are bound by the Working with Children
Act 2005. If you are successful, you will be required to hold a valid
Victorian Employee Working with Children Check prior to commencement.
