Research Assistant

Organisation/Company UNIVERSITY OF SYDNEY Research Field Psychological sciences Researcher Profile Recognised Researcher (R2) First Stage Researcher (R1) Country Australia Application Deadline 14 Dec 2025 - 00:00 (UTC) Type of Contract Other Job Status Part-time Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No Offer Description Part time (3 days per week), 2-year fixed term position, located on the Camperdown Campus at the School of Psychology This position offers an excellent opportunity to build skills in applied psychological research, working as part of a supportive team conducting meaningful work with real impact for vulnerable communities About the opportunity The School of Psychology is currently seeking a Research Assistant (Psychology) to play a key role in shaping innovative research. In this position, you will contribute to the development of research protocols and lead the execution of critical research activities. Your responsibilities will include: working closely with the research team to support the development and validation of a new clinical measure of childhood adversity assisting with recruitment, screening, and coordination of participants, including individuals from vulnerable populations conducting research interviews and assessments in accordance with ethical and culturally safe research practices managing data entry, cleaning, and basic analysis to ensure data integrity and confidentiality coordinating project logistics, including scheduling, materials preparation, and communication with community and clinical partners contributing to the preparation of reports, presentations, and ethics or governance documentation to support the research program. About you The University values courage and creativity; openness and engagement; inclusion and diversity; and respect and integrity. As such, we see the importance of recruiting talent aligned to these values and are looking for a Research Assistant (Psychology) who has the following: strong data analysis and research administration expertise proficiency in research software and solid computer literacy exceptional organisation, time management, and attention to detail clear and effective communication skills with a customer-focused approach a collaborative mindset and proven experience in people management ability to coordinate grant applications and conduct literature searches experience managing, reporting, and disseminating research data background in research-intensive environments and higher education. Sponsorship / work rights for Australia You must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this employment to be eligible to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment. Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment. This position is designated as involving child-related work. To undertake or remain in this position, you are required to apply for and obtain a Working with Children Check clearance in accordance with Child Protection (Working with Children) Act 2012. Applications (including a cover letter, CV, and any additional supporting documentation) can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page. For employees of the University or contingent workers, please login into your Workday account and navigate to the Career icon on your Dashboard. Click on USYD Find Jobs and apply The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment. #J-18808-Ljbffr