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Job Description
Who we are:
At Torrens University Australia making a difference is in our DNA. As a Certified B Corporation we belong to a global community of future-focused companies using business as a force for good. We believe in the transformative power of education to change lives families communities and the world. Thats why were on a mission to increase access to higher education so learners from all walks of life can chase their dreams. A progressive university we ground our studies in industry. Expert academics bring their insights into the classroom with a range of assessment types that aim to be authentic and informed by industry needs. Bridging the gap between study and work our educators prepare students for career success and connect them with future employers. Building relevant skills experience and networks from day one students dont just learn about their industry they live it.
Whats the job
The primary purpose of this position is to undertake research on a 3-year ARC Discovery grant titled From Oppression to Hope: Reducing Heavy-Drinking with Midlife Women. The Research Fellow will work with a research team from Torrens University Australia (Prof Paul Ward is leading the study) La Trobe University and the University of Adelaide in addition to collaborators in universities in New Zealand England the US and Canada. The research fellow will be part of a research team which includes Chief Investigators Partner Investigators other funded researchers and PhD students. The study will work out ways to support the following groups of midlife women to reduce their alcohol consumption (and their breast cancer risk): 1) women living in regional areas of Australia; 2) LGBTQ women; 3) women living in poverty; and 4) women working in the corporate sector. This is a 3-stage study: Stage 1 will include an ethnography netnography photo elicitation social media analysis and qualitative interviews; Stage 2 will include deliberative dialogue groups to identify systems level drivers of alcohol consumption; Stage 3 will co-develop and implement interventions aimed at increasing critical consciousness and hope for the case-study groups. This Research Fellow position at Torrens University will primarily be responsible for all stages of the study for LGBTQ women and women in the corporate sector but will also be required to contribute to the other two case-study groups when required.
Day-to-day accountabilities:
Implement a research plan in line with the funded ARC research proposal (available on request)
Achieve required research outputs in line with the research budget available and as set for you by your manager and outlined in the research plan
Undertake data collection and analysis and prepare reports presentations communications grant submissions and other correspondence
Deliver and coordinate research seminars related to individual research outputs as required
Maintain strong collaborative working partnership with all key working relationships
Manage administration related to research work including but not limited to process invoices payments and expenses related to research
To read more about the role please click here to view job description.
Who you are
Hold a PhD (or be close to submission) in an academic discipline commensurate with the study (e.g. sociology public health anthropology psychology addiction studies)
Experience and publications in social practice theory and/or the sociology of hope
Experience collecting and analysing different types of qualitative data
Strong track record of research outputs in high-ranking academic journals
Experience undertaking research using some of the following methods:
Social media analysis
Netnography
Photo elicitation methods
Qualitative interviews
Ethnography
Co-design of interventions
Experience in obtaining competitive research grants (desirable)
Experience in non-traditional dissemination of research (desirable)
We are not offering sponsorship for this position. Applicants must have the right to work in Australia without sponsorship.
Why join us
Bold modern and agile were Australias fastest-growing university going from 164 students in 2014 to 40000 alumni across 115 countries and 2000 staff today. In 2020 Australian Financial Review named us one of the countrys most innovative companies. As we continue to establish ourselves as a truly global university we never lose sight of our student-centric approach. Supported by teams of passionate people youll find opportunities for professional development and career progression.
We are a private for-profit university with a robust research agenda as well as social impact initiatives focused on making the world a better place. We encourage meaningful work from our academics that contributes to our overall mission.
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We do not discriminate on the basis of race colour religion age ethnicity gender identity sexual orientation disability or any other protected characteristic.
We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples for all positions.
Our culture
Just like our students our employees are a diverse group who want to make an impact. When you join us we give you the freedom to be bold creative and courageous with flexible working arrangements (hours and ways of working will vary from role to role) that allow you to bring your best. Weve built a culture that celebrates community collaboration and innovation where people love what they do.
What we offer:
We support your personal passions development and wellbeing to make your working life a more rewarding experience. At Torrens University Australia youll benefit from:
a positive workplace environment that fosters a global entrepreneurial mindset
belonging to a team of researchers making a difference to society
building on an academic culture connected to industry and community
opportunities to innovate across teaching and research
access to internal opportunities that promote professional growth
Hiring process
We aim to provide you with the necessary information you need at each stage of this process to put your best self forward. Should you have accessibility requirements or needs please contact for confidential support to ensure an equitable barrier free application process as we have a Reasonable Adjustment Procedure in place to support you through the recruitment process.
We are a 2024 Circle Back Initiative Employer and commit to respond to every applicant.
To learn more about what makes Torrens University Australia a great place to work visit love to hear from you.
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Employment Type
Full-Time
