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Research Fellow, Australian Research Council Discovery Project

Employer
CURTIN UNIVERSITY
Location
Perth, Australia
Closing date
17 Mar 2019

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2 years fixed term, full-time

$99,530 - $118,115 (ALB) + 17% superannuation

Curtin University is ranked in the top 1% universities worldwide (ARWU 2018 and QS World University Rankings 2019), and is placed 20th in the world for universities less than 50 years old (QS Top 50 Under 50 2019). Curtin is WA’s most preferred university, with highly engaged industry-facing partners. A major global player, with well-integrated campuses in Singapore, Malaysia, Mauritius and Dubai.

The School of Economics, Finance and Property

The School of Economics, Finance and Property at Curtin Business School offers a range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs in the areas of economics, banking and finance, and property.

The School's aim is to provide a learning environment that combines high-quality and innovative teaching practices with leading research. Strong connection to industry through advisory boards and academic staff ensures the programs are innovative and responsive to market needs. 

Explore some more https://businesslaw.curtin.edu.au/curtin-business-school/economics-and-finance/

Your new role

A 2 year post-doctoral research position to work on an Australian Research Council (ARC) Discovery Project. This project fills major research gaps by delivering new cross-country evidence on households’ wealth strategies, well-being and risk burdens at the edges of home ownership. This role will require the skills of a quantitative researcher who can independently recognise and address issues associated with panel data use, and checking, and who has specific skills in panel data management and modelling.

Apart from the quantitative work, you will also participate in co-authoring academic publications and providing general research and administrative support for the project. You will work within a team of researchers from Australia, the UK and US. The position will require occasional interstate and international travel.

You will bring to the role

  • A doctoral qualification in a relevant discipline.
  • Evidence of a record of research outputs/creative works in high quality refereed journals/outlets consistent with the discipline.
  • Evidence of quality and impact of research outputs/creative works including journal ranking, citation indices, patents awarded, reputation and standing of publishing house or other outlets, independent review from distinguished scholars or critics, or equivalent esteem measures as appropriate to the discipline.
  • Demonstrated high level communication and interpersonal skills with a commitment to the development of a collegial and supportive working environment and the ability to interact with students and staff with cross cultural sensitivity.
  • Demonstrated commitment to applying relevant and applicable policies, procedures and legislation in the day-to-day performance of the functions of this position.

What we offer you

  • Innovation work aimed to create real-world transformations
  • Competitive salary & benefits, including 17% superannuation  

For details of Curtin’s employee benefits please visit https://about.curtin.edu.au/jobs/

What we need from you

A cover letter, CV and you are encouraged to respond to the selection criteria listed in the Academic Role Statement and specifically to the below:

  • Demonstrated experience in panel data modelling.

Applications close: 8 pm(AWST), Sunday 17th March 2019

Valuing Diversity and Inclusion

At Curtin, we are committed to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander reconciliation, diversity and social justice and aim to create an inclusive environment where our staff and students are valued and inspired. This includes a supportive recruitment process should you require any access assistance.  

Contact details

To apply complete the application form below, or for more information contact:

Rachel Ong, Professor, School of Economics, Finance and Property

Phone: 08 9266 5710

Email:   Rachel.Ong@cbs.curtin.edu.au 

Please only apply via the attached link. Please do not send your resume direct to the above contact.

Disclaimer

Curtin reserves the right at its sole discretion to withdraw from the recruitment process, not to make an appointment, or to appoint by invitation, at any time.

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