Research Fellow- Grade 1

**Company Description** Every institution values excellence. What matters most is why.**
Griffith was created to be a different type of university. You’ll find we’re about leading research, academic excellence, and the transformative power of education. But what sets us apart is why those things matter and how you’ll achieve them.

**Why?** Griffith brings together exceptional minds like yours from across the globe and from all walks of life. Here, we do incredible work, questioning and challenging, always in the pursuit of excellence.

We are seeking a dynamic and independent **Research Fellow (Grade 1)** to contribute to the **ARC Discovery Project -**_Breaking the Cycle: Understanding Precarity in Australia’s Youth Workforce_**.

In this role, you’ll work with a multidisciplinary team of researchers to design and conduct studies, analyse complex datasets, and contribute to the development of meaningful, evidence-based insights about employment insecurity and its impact on young people. You’ll also have the opportunity to lead your own aligned research projects and contribute to high-impact publications and policy engagement.

This is a fixed term (1.5 years), part-time (0.6FTE) position primarily based at Griffith University Gold Coast campus. As Griffith is a multi-campus University you may be required to work across other campus locations.

Griffith University’s sites are located on the lands of the Yugarabul, Yuggera, Jagera, Turrbal, Yugambeh and Kombumerri peoples.

**Salary Range**
The full time equivalent base salary will be Academic Level RF1 range $88,689- $103,888 per annum + 17% superannuation. The total FTE package will be in the range $103,766 - $121,548 per annum.
**Qualifications**
What matters most is your drive to create a brighter future that benefits all. Through our core principles of excellence, ethics and engagement, you’ll thrive on seeing the direct and lasting impact you’ll have on every community and every future.

You will also have:

- A PhD (or equivalent research experience) in psychology, organisational behaviour, statistics, or a related field.
- Proven expertise in quantitative or mixed-methods research, especially in large-scale, multi-wave survey or mixed-methods data analysis.
- A developing publication record in peer-reviewed journals.
- Strong data management and analytical skills (e.g., using software such as SPSS, R, or NVivo).
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Your passion for impactful research and your ability to connect evidence to real-world outcomes will be key to your success in this role.
**Additional Information**
As a values-led organisation, at Griffith University, we've worked hard to create a dynamic and strong organisational culture. We offer:

- A wide range of Learning and Development opportunities.
- A mix of on campus and work from home options available and a supportive work environment.
- Salary packaging options and corporate health discounts.
- Generous leave entitlements including paid parental leave and leave loading.
- Support with future learning opportunities through our educational staff assistance scheme.
- Opportunities for internal mobility.
- Health Safety and Wellbeing initiatives - on campus Gym facilities.

**How to apply**
At Griffith, we’re committed to providing a safe and inclusive environment for all - whoever you are and wherever you’re from. If you require any accommodations, we welcome you to let us know so we can work with you to participate fully in our recruitment experience.

Griffith University values diversity, inclusion and flexibility and we encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, and people of all backgrounds to apply. For more information please visit our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion page. Griffith University also maintains a strict zero-tolerance policy against all forms of modern slavery. For more information, please refer to Griffith’s Modern Slavery Policy.
- A covering letter outlining your suitability for the role (please refer to the qualifications above and the position description).
- Current curriculum vitae/resume including full contact details.

**Applicants must have unrestricted working rights. VISA sponsorship is not available for this position.