POSITION DESCRIPTIONPOSITION TITLE Senior Research Assistant

POSITION NUMBER 000

POSITION LEVEL Senior Research Assistant, Grade 1/ Grade 2 (SR1/SR2)

GROUP <Insert Academic/Administrative Group>

ELEMENT <Insert research centre/institute/section of the university>

EMPLOYMENT TYPE Full-time or Part-time

EFFECTIVE DATE

THE GROUP / DIVISION

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THE SCHOOL / DEPARTMENT / CENTRE / ELEMENT

< Enter a Description about the School/Department, Research Centre/Institute, or Administrative Element >

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS

<Insert Supervisor/Manager>

< The Position>

<Insert Position>

<Insert Position>

<Insert Position>

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POSITION OBJECTIVES<Insert a short description on the objectives of the position> i.e.This position is a member of …. providing high level research assistance for specific projects as directed by the Director and senior Staff members.

The Senior Research Assistant provides high level support to the research group activities and contribution to the research of the Centre in the areas of ……..

May supervise Research Assistants and technical staff for particular aspects of specified project

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES <DELETE BELOW AS REQUIRED>

Conduct laboratory/field work/research (delete as required) in the area of <specific area of research>.

Assist with the design of data collection, scientific tests or interview regime. Be responsible for data collection, storage and preliminary analysis of data collected in

accordance with the research protocols as stipulated. Management and drafting of reports and scholarly articles. Manage the coordination of meetings between researchers and participating external

administrators as required. Supervise Research Assistants Grade 1 and technical staff (Grade 1) or Supervise Research

Assistants and technical staff for particular parts of the project (Grade 2). (Lead and promote) compliance with relevant legislation and University policies and

procedures, including research ethics, equity and health & safety, laboratory standards and exhibit good practice in relation to same. (non-supervisory roles would use words such as support, ensure, maintain...)

Be a leading example of the principles and values embodied in the University’s Code of Conduct, and behave, act, and communicate at all times to reflect fairness, ethics and professionalism. 

FINANCIAL DELEGATION <Use this section only if there is a financial delegation, otherwise can be deleted>

SELECTION CRITERIA <DELETE BELOW AS REQUIRED>

Essential

Masters Degree or equivalent qualifications/work experience in a relevant field. Previous research experience in the area of <area of research> (Grade 1) or Significant

research experience in the area of <area of research> (Grade 2). Demonstrated ability to undertake research and project management work under broad

direction only, exercise initiative in undertaking responsibilities and work effectively with Chief Investigators.

Demonstrated high level organisation, communication, interpersonal and negotiation skills. Demonstrated high level oral and written communication skills, including the ability to maintain

accurate records and the preparation of research reports and publications. Demonstrated interpersonal skills, including the ability to work both collaboratively in a team

and autonomously when required

Desirable

Experience in a work environment with stringent Quality Assurance & Quality Control requirements.

BENEFITS AND CONDITIONS

The following links provide access to information regarding the range of benefits enjoyed by Griffith staff and also key information regarding employment conditions.

BENEFITS CONDITIONS

Education Assistance for General staff Health plan Salary Packaging Superannuation

Code of Conduct Academic Staff Enterprise Agreement Professional and Support Staff Enterprise

Agreement Fairwork Australia Information Statement

Griffith is committed to diversity and inclusion for people from all backgrounds and identities and committed to the recognition, values and contribution of the First People of this nation.

Griffith offers professional development opportunities to support employees in their career progression and offers an excellent working environment that supports flexible working arrangements.

For more benefits and conditions information please refer to the web link below:Griffith University | Pay, conditions and benefits > Employment