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Research Officer

Apply now Job no: 556089
Work type: Part-time
Location: Geelong - City
Categories: Administration

  • Based at our Geelong, Waterfront Campus with flexible work arrangements
  • Part-time 0.6FTE and fixed term until August 2025
  • HEW 6 $92,573 - $99,972 + 17% Superannuation (pro rata, part time)

Who are we?

Deakin University stands as a beacon of pioneering research and innovation, deeply rooted in the heart of Australia. Our dedication to groundbreaking research initiatives is at the core of our identity, setting us apart as a hub for knowledge seekers and forward-thinking researchers. With a diverse, global community of scholars and a commitment to pushing the boundaries of knowledge, Deakin University offers an unparalleled platform for those who are passionate about exploring the frontiers of research. Join us on this exhilarating research journey, and let Deakin's spirit of inquiry and innovation become the driving force behind your own quest for discovery.

The Research Officer is responsible for supporting Deakin’s Quality indicators in Learning and Teaching (QILT), and eVALUate surveys within the Institutional Research and Surveys Team. Implementing a range of agreed communications and managing survey timelines under the guidance of the Manager, Institutional Research and Surveys.

As a Research Officer, you will:

  • Provide a range of services to the surveys team, including fieldwork communications and response rates, creating population files, data quality and coding checks.
  • Support QILT survey administration and meeting deadlines.
  • Administer and continuously improve survey promotions, including student and stakeholder communication.
  • Deliver effective and efficient documentation of procedures related to survey communication and fieldwork. Engage in process improvement activities and adopt new ideas to improve communications for major surveys, student and stakeholder engagement.
  • Ensure that databases and contact lists are maintained using information available from internal and external sources.
  • Some analysis of data sets and creation of data visualisations in conjunction with other team members

              

To be successful, you’ll have:

  • A Degree with subsequent relevant experience; OR extensive experience and specialist knowledge or broad knowledge in technical or administrative fields;
  • OR an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training (in quantitative or social science)
  • Experience in working with data and data cleaning from a range of sources.
  • Experience in meeting project deadlines and communications to stakeholders of projects.
  • High level computer literacy particularly Excel, Word and PowerPoint.

Why work with us?

At Deakin you will have access to benefits such as a variety of leave options including generous parental leave and the ability to purchase additional leave; flexible working arrangements to help manage your work-life balance; ongoing learning and development opportunities to grow your career; an inclusive and supportive culture and environment to work in, both online and on campus.

Here's how to apply: 

Please submit your updated resume and a short cover letter outlining your skills and experience.

For a confidential discussion regarding this role, please contact Frances Asha (Manager, Institutional Research and Surveys) on f.asha@deakin.edu.au

For a copy of the position description, please see below: Download File PD - Research Officer.pdf

Applications for this position close on Sunday 14 July at 11.55pm.

Are You Ready?

Deakin is a Victorian university with a global impact. We are an agile, dynamic, and innovative university committed to making a positive impact through our excellence in education, research and innovation and the contributions we make to the wider community.

We understand that our reputation has been built on the dedication and expertise of our staff and we offer a dynamic and diverse working environment with opportunities to grow and develop careers. We believe that a progressive, thriving culture will ensure that people choose to come, and stay at Deakin and contribute to our ongoing success.

We value diversity and aim to build an inclusive environment that champions, embraces and respects differences. We support and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and people of all abilities, cultures, sexual orientation, and genders.

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