Graduate Researcher Academic Associate

Role type:Fixed term for 24 months
Full-time: min. FTE: 0.2max. FTE 0.3
Part-time: min. FTE: 0.1max. FTE 0.15
Faculty:Fine Arts and Music
Salary:Level A.2 - $92243 (pro rata for part-time)p.a. plus 17% super

• Lead teaching and research inthe Faculty of FineArtsandMusic while developing certified academic skills alongside your doctorate.

• Gain paid experiencedeepen your academic practice supportstudentsand shape your post-PhD career.

• Investing inyou 17% superannuation benefits package including salary packaging health and wellbeing programs discounted services and professional development opportunities.

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Your next career opportunity
The Faculty of Fine Arts and Music invites applications forGraduate Researcher Academic Associate (GRAA) positions from graduate researchers currently enrolled in the Doctor of Philosophy in the Faculty of Fine Arts and Music.

GRAAs will contribute positively to educatinginspiringand supporting students and/or research projects and outcomes across theFaculty. The GRAAs willbe responsible forcarrying out education relatedactivityfor one or moresubjects andparticipatein broader research activities.

We are seeking applicants enrolled as a University of Melbourne student undertaking a Doctor of Philosophy in the Faculty of Fine Arts and Musicwho aremaking satisfactory progress in their course and have passed their confirmation and; have at least 12 months remaining in candidatureand with discipline and domain knowledge in one of the following program areas:

• Acting and Theatre

• Musicology and Ethnomusicology

• Film and Television

• Indigenous Arts and Culture

• Interactive Composition

• Music Psychology

• Music Therapy

Whatyou willdeliver:

• Deliver high-quality teaching consultations and assessment using subject guidelines Canvasresourcesand direction from Subject Coordinators.

• Support students learning and wellbeing through responsive communication clear guidancetimelyfeedbackand helpful learning resources.

• Contribute to research projects by reviewing literaturecollectingand managing data andassistingwith ethics and publications.

• Assistacademics with competitive grant applications including drafting narratives preparing budgets and supporting reporting and acquittals.

• Engage in University-supported professional development to strengthen your teaching practice and longer-term academic career readiness.

You may be a great fitifyou:

• Are currently enrolled in a Fine Arts and Music graduate research degree with confirmation passed and strong progress.

• Bring disciplineexpertisein one or more relevant areas

• Demonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills with confidence engaging students and collaborating within teaching teams.

• Manage competing tasks effectively meeting deadlines while balancing graduate research commitments with part-time academic responsibilities.

• Value inclusive respectful learning environments and align with the Universitys commitment to diversityequityand wellbeing.

• Engage proactively in professional and career development including certified teaching programs and reflective improvement of practice.

For furtherinformationplease refer to the attached PD.

What we offer you!
We offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits to support your success and sense of fulfilment including:

• Build future financial security with 17% superannuation

• Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being

• Career development opportunities including access to a range of tailored programs such as Academic Women in Leadership and learning platforms including LinkedIn Learning

• Progressive considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balance and well-being including leading parental leave gender affirmation leave and cultural leave

• Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance and access to unique cultural and recreational benefits such as discounts for the Melbourne Theatre Company

• Health and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program
  

For more information check out our benefits page!

Your new team The Faculty of Fine Arts and Music
With an energetic and innovative culture the Faculty of Fine Arts and Music is the proud home of the Victorian College of the Arts and the Melbourne Conservatorium of Music. Studying with us working with us or simply coming for a visit you will enjoy the creative culturaloutputsof our brilliant students and staff as well as the beautiful purpose-built Southbank campus on which we are situated.

TheFacultyis a place for creative people to come together to expand their minds and experiences through which they become part of a world-wide community that motivates cultural short we believe in the power of the artistic mind to effectchangeand we welcome you toshare inthat adventure.

Be Yourself
The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child-safeorganisation. The diversity of our community enriches us all and we are committed to creating an inclusive and fair workplace where everyone is valued respected and empowered to succeed. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds identities and experiences.Discover more about Diversity and Inclusion atUniMelb.

Werecommitted to a barrier-free recruitment process and ongoing workplace support providing adjustments throughout. We warmly encourage applications from people with disabilities.Learn more about how we support an accessible recruitment process.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians.VisitourIndigenous staff pageto learn more about our investment and support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff.

Indigenous applicants are encouraged to connect with our Indigenous Employment & Development team at

Application essentials:

• Visitapply with usto learn more about the process including tips and FAQs.

• You must have current valid work rights for Australia. Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.

• A Working with Children Check isfor all positions. If successful we will guide you through the process and reimburse you.

• Please upload your resume and a cover letter outlining your interest and experience as part of the application process.

• Graduate researchers are only eligible to apply for a GRAA position within theFacultythey are enrolled in as a student

Want to know more

• For queries related to this specific position contactat Jonathan Laskovsky at

• For questions related to our recruitment process emailPetra Newtonat

• For recruitment adjustments contact Kim Groizard onor at(subject: Recruitment Adjustments).

Applytoday andjoin a communitythatsshaping the future.

Applications close:Wednesday 3rd June 2026 at 11:55 PM; Melbourne time zone.

Position Description:
FFAM Graduate Researcher Academic
FFAM Graduate Researcher Academic