"Research Associate/Pre-Doctoral Fellow (Level A)"

Job Description:

Employment Type: Full Time, 35 hours per week; 2 x positions available

Duration: 1-year fixed term with a possibility of extension

Remuneration: Academic Level A $91,381 per annum + 17% super + Annual Leave Loading

Location: Kensington, New South Wales

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates must hold unrestricted work rights to be considered for this position.

Why this role matters:

The Research Associate/Pre-Doctoral Fellow (Level A) will contribute to the research activities of the Manos Institute for Cognitive Economics at UNSW Business School. The role involves undertaking defined research projects, contributing to high-quality scholarly outputs, and supporting the dissemination of research outcomes through publications, presentations, and engagement with relevant academic communities.

The position provides an opportunity to develop research expertise, work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team, and contribute to the Institute’s mission of advancing research in cognitive economics.

Skills & Experience Required:

• An undergraduate degree in economics or computer science.
• Full Academic Transcript required.
• Proven commitment to proactively keeping up to date with discipline knowledge and developments.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a team, collaborate across disciplines and build effective relationships.
• Evidence of highly developed interpersonal skills.
• An understanding of and commitment to UNSW’s aims, objectives and values in action, together with relevant policies and guidelines.
• Knowledge of health and safety responsibilities and commitment to attending relevant health and safety training.

To learn more about this position, and view the comprehensive skills and criteria list, a copy of the Position Description can be found by clicking on the position description button beneath our ad on JOBS@UNSW.

Benefits and Culture:

UNSW offer a competitive salary and access to a plethora of UNSW-perks including:

• 17% Superannuation and leave loading
• Flexible working
• Additional 3 days of leave over the Christmas Period
• Access to lifelong learning and career development
• Progressive HR practices

More information on the great staff benefits and culture can be found here.

How to Apply:

To be considered for this role, your application must include a document addressing the Selection Criteria which are outlined in the “Skills and Experience” section of the position description) & a full academic transcript is required. Applications that do not address these criteria will not be considered.

Please click Apply now to submit your application online. Applications submitted via email will not be accepted.

Get in Touch (for job related queries only – applications will not be accepted if sent to the contact listed):

Aarti: Talent Acquisition Associate

E: a.aarti@unsw.edu.au

Applications close: Tuesday 30th September before 11:30 PM AEST

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