Graduate Research Assistant

• Flexible working options considered.
• 26 weeks paid parental leave after one year and 36 weeks after five years continuous service, regardless of gender.
• 4 weeks annual leave with the option to purchase more.
• 13 weeks long service leave after seven/ten years.
• Salary packaging options.
• 17% superannuation, with the option to reduce to the minimum super guarantee.
• 25% off UWA full fee courses, discounted health insurance, and convenient on-campus childcare options.
• Incremental progression based on 12 months continuous service.

Job no: 521649

Work type: Part Time

Location: Crawley

Categories: Research support

• Join a world-class research team investigating emotional wellbeing in daily life.
• Work with international collaborators on cutting-edge psychological science.
• Part-time FTE considered) appointment on a fixed term basis until February 2028.
• Base salary range: $83,212 – $92,231 p.a. (pro-rata) plus 17% superannuation.

About the area

The School of Psychological Science at UWA is a vibrant and research-intensive academic unit comprising over 40 staff and supporting more than 5000 students. The School is internationally recognised for its expertise across a wide range of psychological disciplines. The Emotional Wellbeing Lab, led by Associate Professor Kristin Gainey, focuses on understanding emotional processes in real-world settings, particularly as they relate to depression, anxiety, and wellbeing.

About the opportunity

• Contribute to ARC-funded research projects examining predictors of wellbeing in daily life.
• Coordinate and implement multi-method data collection in naturalistic settings.
• Collaborate with a dynamic team of local and international researchers.

About you

• You hold a relevant tertiary qualification in psychology or have equivalent experience.
• You have strong research and statistical skills, with attention to detail.
• You are highly organised and able to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
• You communicate effectively and enjoy working with diverse participant groups.
• You are proactive, independent, and thrive in a collaborative team environment.

Position description: PD - Graduate Research Assistant

To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Kristin Gainey at

How to apply

The content of your Resume and Cover Letter should demonstrate how you meet the selection criteria.

Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Friday, 28 November 2025.

This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.

Please note: Unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted outside of formal channels.

About the University

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, there is no better time to join Western Australia's top university.

Our commitment to inclusion and diversity

UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We are committed to fostering a safe environment for all, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community, and people living with disability.

If you require any reasonable adjustments, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application. Alternatively, you can contact us for assistance during the recruitment process.

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Advertised: 04 Nov 2025 W. Australia Standard Time

Applications close: 28 Nov 2025 W. Australia Standard Time