Research Officer

1 week ago


Nedlands, Western Australia The University of Western Australia Full time $95,231 - $100,643 per year
  • CSI UWA is a national research and education centre dedicated to catalysing social change for a better world.
  • Develop and bring together knowledge to understand and respond to current social challenges.
  • Full-time appointment on a fixed term basis until end of December 2026.
  • Base salary range: $95,231 – $100,643 p.a. plus 17% superannuation.

About the area

The Centre for Social Impact (CSI) is a national research and education centre dedicated to catalysing social change for a better world. CSI is built on the foundation of four of Australia's leading universities: UNSW, The University of Western Australia (UWA), Swinburne University of Technology and Flinders University.

Our research develops and brings together knowledge to understand and respond to current social challenges; our postgraduate and undergraduate education develops social impact leaders; and we aim to catalyse change by drawing on these foundations and translating knowledge, creating leaders, developing usable resources, and reaching across traditional divides to facilitate collaborations.

The Centre for Social Impact at UWA (CSI UWA) delivers a Graduate Certificate of Social Impact, an undergraduate unit in Social Impact and executive education in our areas of expertise. CSI UWA's primary research areas are homelessness, entrenched disadvantage and poverty, unemployment, aged care, the disability sector, mental health, family and domestic violence, child advocacy, social innovation, social enterprise, the economics of social issues and social problems and social finance. CSI UWA is also a leader in outcomes measurement and evaluation of social programs and initiatives.

About the opportunity

  • Support research planning and execution by developing materials (e.g., surveys, interview guides), conducting data collection, and assisting with literature reviews.
  • Manage and analyse data to ensure accuracy, and prepare outputs such as reports, charts, and presentations for research dissemination.
  • Contribute to research administration and collaboration, including drafting ethics applications, supporting publication and conference submissions, and participating in team meetings.

About you

  • Relevant tertiary qualification or demonstrated equivalent competency.
  • Substantial relevant experience at an appropriate level.
  • Highly developed organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
  • Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team setting.
  • Proficiency in using data analysis software (e.g., SPSS, Excel), Microsoft products and other relevant tools.

Position description:  PD [Research Officer (Centre for Social Impact)] [521386].pdf

To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Leanne Lester at

How to apply

Please apply online via the Apply Now button. The content of your Resume and Cover Letter should demonstrate how you meet the selection criteria.

Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Friday, 17 October 2025

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

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.

Learn more about us.

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.

If you have queries relating to your application, please contact the individual named in the advertisement. Alternatively, please contact the Talent team at with details of your query. To enable a quick response, please include the 6-digit job reference number.



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