Casual Research Assistant HowWeSurvive

About HowWeSurvive
HowWeSurvive is a new ambitious long-term funded initiative focused on reshaping disaster recovery. Our work centres on elevating the voices and experiences of disaster-affected communities and bringing these perspectives directly to decision-makers.

We are a small highly collaborative teamunited by a commitment to meaningful community-driven change.

Why Work at UNSW
UNSW offers a collaborative and inclusive work environment where you can contribute to meaningful projects that make a real impact. As a Go8 university we are globally recognised for making an impactand its our people who make this happen. We are Australias #1 university for research impact and one of the top 20 employers in Australia.

Youll have the opportunity to develop your skills work alongside experienced professionals and be part of a university committed to excellence in education and this role you will contribute to impactful policy-relevant research and support the development of high-quality research outputs and materials.

About the Role
We are seeking motivated Research Assistants to support a short-term project analysing Australian emergency management policy. Working closely with our Senior Research Fellow Dr Kate Brady you will contribute to research data collection and project coordination tasks.

This role is ideal for someone with prior research experience who is detail-oriented organised and interested in disaster recovery policy or community-focused research.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with data collection data entry and basic analysis tasks
• Attend research meetings and training sessions
• Liaise with research participants and follow up via phone email or surveys
• Support preparation of research materials including interview booklets questionnaires and reports
• Assist with formatting manuscripts abstracts and conference materials
• Contribute to routine research administration including support for ethics or grant documentation
• Help coordinate project-related meetings and events (e.g. registrations logistics basic AV coordination)
• Respond to routine research-related enquiries
• Undertake general research support tasks aligned with established methodologies
• Comply with all relevant health and safety policies and procedures

About You

• Completed (or near completion of) a relevant qualification (e.g. social sciences public policy disaster management or related field)
• Previous experience supporting a research project
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (or equivalent tools)
• Comfortable working independently in a remote team environment
• Strong communication skills particularly when engaging with stakeholders or participants

Additional Information

• The role is 21 hours per weekfrom 15 June to 10 July 2026
• Work hours are flexible by agreement across the contract period
• Candidates must be available on 1516 June 2026and for scheduled team meetings
• Pre-employment checks may apply depending on the project scope

To be considered please outline your experience in policy analysis including any relevant projects or roles in your cover letter.

Please note that applicants must have existing working rights in Australia as visa sponsorship is not available for this role.

Submit your application including your resume & cover letter online before Sunday10thMay2026at 11:55pm. A copy of the Position Description can be found on

For anyenquiriesplease contactKaty Brady - .

CVs submitted to this email will not be considered.