• Be part of a Leading Mental Health Research Centre
• Full time, 2-year fixed term position at our Hawthorn campus
• Academic Level B1 to C1 ($98,744-$120,535) + 17% superannuation

About the Job

Swinburne’s Centre for Mental Health is seeking a Research Fellow or Senior Research Fellow to contribute significantly to the University’s Well Above World Standard rating in psychology and neuroscience (ERA 2018). Reporting to the Centre Director, this position will be integral to a new 2-year research and product development partnership with industry.

As the Research Fellow / Senior Research Fellow, you will be responsible for the timely completion of a series of innovative work packages related to parallel scientific and product development aims. Key performance indicators for the role include project management, research, and administration targets. You will establish yourself as a future leader in industry-integrated mental health research via industry networks, publications, supervision and project management experience, and grant development experience.

About Swinburne University of Technology

Swinburne is a multi-sector university of science, technology and innovation with more than 54,000 students and 5,000 staff globally. We offer postgraduate, undergraduate, vocational education and online education to provide students with a variety of work-relevant pathways. Our mission is to be a world-class university, creating economic and social impact through science, technology and innovation. We aim to deliver future-ready learners, research with impact and innovative enterprise.

Be the innovator in the face of technological and social change with Swinburne’s Faculty of Health, Arts and Design. Leading edge research centres, strong ties to industry and commitment to high-quality, high-impact research allows you to understand humanity deeply, bring the real world to focus and make your mark.

About you

To be successful in the role, you will have:

• PhD qualification in psychology or related discipline
• Proven ability to conduct high impact research in mental health, supported by a track record of publications
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary research team
• High-level interpersonal, oral and written communication skills

A full list of selection criteria is available within the position description.

Benefits

• Onsite health services
• Private health insurance discounts
• Weekly yoga and Pilates classes
• Discounted annual Myki cards are available to Swinburne staff

To find out more about the extensive range of benefits offered to Swinburne employees please visit Employee Benefits

How to apply and further information

Please submit your application by clicking on the ‘Apply’ link, and submit a resume, cover letter and a response to the Key Selection Criteria, as listed in the position description. For further information about this position, contact Professor Greg Murray via email at gwm@swin.edu.au or via phone on 0403 210 689.

If you are experiencing technical difficulties with your application, please contact the Recruitment team on staffrecruitment@swin.edu.au

Should you require further support for an interview due to special needs or consideration, please contact Jessie Macintyre, Director (Employee Experience) at inclusion@swin.edu.au. For support or queries related to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employment, please contact DeadlyCareers@swin.edu.au

Agency enquiries will not be accepted for this position.

Swinburne is a large and culturally diverse organisation. We are proud of our commitment to equity and inclusion through key initiatives such as our Charter of Cultural Diversity, Pride@Swinburne Strategic Action Plan, Science in Australia Gender Equity (SAGE) Action Plan and our Reconciliation Action Plan. Equity and diversity are integral to our 2025 vision to be a world class university creating social and economic impact through science, technology and innovation.

Applications close at 5 pm on Wednesday, 26 August 2020