• 1 x Full time, Fixed term opportunity for 3 years
• (2 x Part time will be considered on a job share basis)
• Academic Level B | $110,127 - $130,325 p.a
• Academic Level C | $134,362 - $154,558 p.a
• Location: Bedford Park / Kaurna Country  
• View Position Description Research Fellow 
• View Position Description  Senior Research Fellow 

Flinders University have a unique and career changing opportunity for a Research or Senior Research Fellow with autism experience to work within the Autism Research Initiative (ARI).  This philanthropically funded role is based at the College of Education, Psychology and Social Work in Bedford Park, South Australia, with some relocation assistance available should it be required.  If you are unfamiliar with our city, checkout this link - Why live in Adelaide?

What ARI does

Using novel approaches, the ARI is leading the way in Autism research. With its roots in the early detection and support of autistic children, previous outcomes have included an early screening tool, therapeutic manual, and book to assist parents and educators. 

The AARI has now extended its focus to include researching autism across all ages, with a number of projects looking at adult outcomes, the presentation of females, co-occurring conditions, and interactions within the criminal judicial system.   Currently host to students conducting higher degrees within the initiative, many of the projects are student led with an emphasis on input from community stakeholders and autistic persons who form part of ou team.

You will be entrusted with:

• Actively contributing to autism research by collaborating with the Research Team and external stakeholders to successfully deliver project milestones and Key Performance Indicators.
• Independently contributing to the planning and execution of research by offering new and innovative ideas, reviewing relevant literature and other sources of information, actively participating in the the development of projects, contributing to the writing, and editing of grant applications and attending seminars, meetings, and conferences.
• Taking the lead in operation and engagement requirements in scaling up research and education activities and working with relevant Portfolio teams (Research Partnerships, Advancement, Marketing & Communications) to grow the research project strategically and raise the visibility of research impact.
• Supporting the development and maintenance of productive strategic local, national and international relationships, collaborations and networks with a range of stakeholders including industry, government and other external organisations.
• Supervision of higher degrees students working within the initiative

The level C position involves higher level supervisory duties & pursuing of external research funding opportunities - please review the relevant position description for a more comprehensive list of responsibilities.

• View Position Description Research Fellow 
• View Position Description Senior Research Fellow 

Please note, some out of hours work (including weekends) as well as rural SA, interstate and overseas travel, may be required.

You are:

A passionate and driven professional in the field of Autism.  A team player, you will have demonstrated research experience in terms of publications, attraction of competitive grants and presentations at a national and /or international level in Autism or related conditions.  Your well-developed interpersonal skills allow you to foster effective, collaborative relationships with a range of diverse stakeholders, from colleagues to industry partners.

Some of the key position capabilities of the role include:

• Completion of a PhD in Psychology or related field,.
• Proven experience in quantitative research methodology
• Demonstrated ability to or capacity to learn to administer autism assessment tools such as the ADOS-2, ADI-R
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in an academic environment

Life at Flinders

We're transforming and investing in people and facilities to create contemporary, stimulating, and satisfying learning and work environments that reflect our core values of excellence, innovation, courage, and integrity.  Reaching beyond the limits of buildings, borders, and backgrounds, ours is an inclusive culture that believes absolutely in equality and opportunity for all. We don't just accommodate differences; we embrace and celebrate them. So, why work at Flinders? 

• 17% Superannuation + salary packaging options 
• Flexible working arrangements 
• Wide range of professional development activities and services 
• We embrace diversity and promote equity and inclusion for all students and staff 
• Vibrant campus life and amenities including on campus health care services, gym and childcare centre (Bedford Park, South Australia). 

Our Commitment to Reconciliation and Indigenous Employment

Flinders University is proud to be an organisation that is committed to our Reconciliation Action Plan and Indigenous Workforce Strategy. Our vision is to be a preferred employer for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.  We are committed to progressing Indigenous advancement in education, research, employment, and wellbeing, and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples for all Flinders vacancies. 

• Please see here for our Reconciliation Action Plan  
• Please see here for our Indigenous Workforce Strategy  

Prescribed Conditions for Employment

• A valid National Police Certificate which is satisfactory to the University will also be required before the successful applicant can commence in this position. 
• Please note that you may be required to provide evidence that you are up to date with COVID-19 vaccinations, in line with the Flinders University COVID-19 Vaccination Policy 
• This role requires that the successful candidate must undergo and maintain an up-to-date Working with Children Check. This is essential to guarantee a secure environment for all individuals at the University. In the case the selected candidate doesn't have a valid Working with Children Check, the university will assist you to obtain one prior to commencement.

How to Apply and Information 

• In addition to uploading your CV, please submit a Cover Letter/Statement elaborating on your previous experiences in a similar role.
• You are also required to submit a Suitability Statement of no more than 3 pages, addressing the Key Position Capabilities of the relevant position description:
  • Research Fellow
  • Senior Research Fellow

• For more information regarding this position, please send your request via email to People and Culture Recruitment

Certification

Applications to be submitted before 10.00pm:

26 Aug 2024

At Flinders we embrace and celebrate diversity and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people of all ages, ethnicities, abilities, sexual orientations, and gender identities.

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