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Department: Student Skills & Success Vacancy ID: 041603 Closing Date: 26-May-2026 The Careers and Employability Service (CES) within the Student Skills and Success division of the Office of Students and Learning is currently seeking a self-motivated, flexible and dedicated individual for the role of Experiential Learning Officer (Maternity Cover). This individual will have responsibility for the operational leadership, oversight and management of a range of experiential learning and employability offerings within the Careers and Employability Service. This includes programme delivery, collaboration with staff, students and employers, and workshops. The role supports the Careers and Employability Service and the Maynooth University’s strategic plan (2023-2028) and its core mission, “To imagine and create better futures for all,” enabling our graduates to become “highly employable next generation creators and decision-makers.” Salary: Administrative Officer I (2026): €59,812 – €85,339p.a. (9 points) Appointments will be made in accordance with public sector pay provisions. Closing Date: 23:30hrs (local Irish time) on Tuesday, 26th of May 2026. Applications must be submitted by the closing date and time specified above. Any applications which are still in progress at the closing time on the specified closing date will be cancelled automatically by the system. Late applications will not be accepted. Maynooth University is an equal opportunities employer The position is subject to the Statutes of the University

Part-Time, .40 FTE (2 days per week), Fixed Term position until 31 May 2031 Melbourne (Bundoora) location Classification: Level A - Base salary from $84,205 + 17% superannuation About the position The research focus of the Centre is to increase sport, and exercise medicine knowledge through excellent collaborative research and translate knowledge to policy, practice, participation, health, and wellbeing. As an NHMRC Centre of Research Excellence (CRE), the HERKnee CRE (2025-2030 https://hersport.latrobe.edu.au/herknee-cre) aims to design and evaluate interventions and implementation strategies to reduce injury risk and burden (e.g. osteoarthritis) in female, woman and girl athletes across the lifespan. Skills and Experience To be considered for this position, you will have: Completion of a Bachelor’s degree in the relevant discipline, and evidence of participation in Higher level study relevant to discipline or professional area. Evidence of experience in research and evaluation and the ability to work effectively under limited supervision or independently. A record of contribution to publications, conference papers and/or reports, or professional or technical contributions which provide evidence of research potential. Please refer to the Position Description for other duties, skills and experience required for this position.  PD Research Officer HERKNEE CRE.pdf We’d love to stay connected! If you would like to find out more about this School, please follow us on LinkedIn: School of Allied Health, Human Services and Sport: https://www.linkedin.com/company/47665779 Benefits 17% superannuation Private Health Insurance discount Plus, many more, click HERE How to apply Closing date: By 11:55pm Sunday 31 May 2026 Position Enquiries: Kay Crossley, Director LASEM Research Centre Email: K.Crossley@latrobe.edu.au Recruitment Enquiries: Talent Acquisition Operations Officer, Yola El-hassanieh; Email: Y.El-hassanieh@latrobe.edu.au Please submit an online application ONLY and include the following documents: An up to date resume; 1 page cover letter; and A separate document addressing the ‘Key Selection Criteria’ under ‘Essential’ heading located in the PD. Only candidates with Full Working Rights in Australia may apply for this position. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants We welcome and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. Our commitment to diversity and inclusion La Trobe University is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We take an intersectional approach by actively supporting and encouraging people of all backgrounds and abilities to submit an application and aim to ensure that the recruitment and employee experience is as accessible and inclusive as possible. Flexibility in interview format will be offered to shortlisted candidates. Our commitment to safety All La Trobe University employees are bound by the Working with Children Act 2005. If you are successful, you will be required to hold a valid Victorian Employee Working with Children Check prior to commencement. National Code on Gender Based Violence in Higher Education La Trobe University is committed to upholding the National Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-Based Violence (GBV Code). This aligns with our mission to create safe and respectful communities. Candidates will be asked during the recruitment process to declare whether they have ever been investigated for, or found to have engaged in, gender-based violence in previous employment and/or in legal proceedings and provide relevant information to assist in determining suitability. Gender-based violence means any form of physical or non-physical violence, harassment, abuse or threats based on gender, that results in, or is likely to result in harm, coercion, control, fear or deprivation liberty or autonomy. 

Salary Package: $123,435 - $164,276 (Level B.1 - Level C.4) per annum, plus 17% employer's superannuation and annual leave loading Full-time, fixed-term position for 3 years Macquarie University, Wallumattagal Campus, North Ryde The Role: This project is a collaboration between the Macquarie University Hearing Research Centre and The Shepherd Centre-a world-leading not-for-profit providing specialised programs for children with hearing loss and their families. Together, we will conduct an Australian-first life-course study of children who received listening and spoken language (LSL) early intervention, moving the field beyond short-term childhood outcomes to robust, policy-relevant evidence about adult education, psychosocial functioning, workforce participation and lifetime economic returns. The Shepherd Centre is uniquely placed for this study given its fifty-year history in paediatric hearing loss research and practice, its national and international networks providing access to a significant cohort, and its support of over 900 families across eastern Australia. The Macquarie University Hearing Research Centre generates knowledge that reshapes hearing health policy and practice on a national and global scale. The resulting evidence will be translated directly into clinical routines and practice. This collaboration will advance hearing loss research by conducting an Australian-first life course study of children who received listening and spoken language early intervention over a 20-year period. This study will move the field from "short-term/early childhood outcomes" to robust, policy-relevant evidence about adult education, psychosocial functioning, workforce participation and lifetime economic returns. The resulting new evidence will be translated and implemented into clinical routine, practice. Your key responsibilities include: Make independent and original contribution to the research project Report and provide regular updates to the Director, Macquarie University Hearing Research Centre, and the CEO, The Shepherd Centre Conduct research and project management in accordance with relevant Macquarie University Hearing Research Centre and The Shepherd Centre policies, procedures and requirements Ensure efficient collaboration and communication between all project partners Coordinate and draft ethics applications and amendments; ensure compliance with ethics, privacy and data governance requirements. Support data collection and help to inform data analytical approaches for this study Consistently publish findings in high-impact publications and policy briefs and provide strong pilot data to support external funding applications such as to the NHMRC Investigator and/or Partnership Grant schemes, ARC Linkage Projects, and other external competitive schemes. Secure sustained funding beyond the initial investment, ensuring continuity of the Research Fellow and project delivery. Engage with Industry, Governments and Policy Agencies such as the Department of Health, Disability and Aged Care, and state/territory Education Departments. Implement this 3-year project with staged cohorts, to demonstrate feasibility and outcomes before expanding cohort size and contributing organisations. The role takes direction on conducting the study from both Macquarie University Hearing Research Centre and The Shepherd Centre jointly, however the role is solely employed by Macquarie University Hearing Research Centre, who remains responsible for all employment related obligations, processes and matters. About You The ideal candidate is an emerging or mid-career research fellow with strong expertise in longitudinal cohort studies, hearing health, disability, public health, epidemiology, rehabilitation, and/or allied health research, and a demonstrated capacity to lead complex, translational research programs. The successful applicant will have a strong track record in high-impact publications, competitive grant development, and translating research into policy and practice, alongside the ability to work independently, coordinate large-scale partnerships, and contribute strategically to the growth and sustainability of an Australian-first life-course research program. About Us Macquarie University Hearing is a pan-university initiative and community that aims to be a world-leading research centre in hearing health. Using a multidisciplinary and community-engaged approach, the Centre solves major hearing health problems and translates findings into measurable and impactful change on a national and global scale. The Shepherd Centre is a world-leading not-for-profit organisation providing specialised programs for children with hearing loss and their families. Currently supporting over 900 families across eastern Australia, The Shepherd Centre has delivered impactful research outcomes including the Functional Listening Index - Paediatric (FLI-P)Registered Trademark, and its membership in national and international peak body organisations provides access to significant cohorts of people with hearing loss. This research represents a collaborative and co-funded project between these two organisations, combining deep clinical expertise with rigorous academic research capability. How to Apply: To be considered for this position, please provide your Resume, and a Cover Letter addressing the selection criteria below. Candidates seeking consideration for appointment at Level C are also requested to address the additional Level C selection criteria, where applicable. Selection Criteria: PhD in Audiology, Health Services Research, Public Health or related fields. Experience in interdisciplinary, multi-method research involving Audiology, Service Evaluation, Epidemiology and/or Health Economics. Strong research track record, with high-impact publications and international conference presentations. Expertise in participatory hearing research design and analysis. Expertise in quantitative and qualitative research methodology and a demonstrated track record of conducting mixed methods research studies. Criteria for Level C - Senior Research Fellow: Independent, nationally recognised profile in audiology or hearing health services research track record of leading or co-leading interdisciplinary research programs that integrate audiology, service evaluation, and health economics. A sustained record of high-quality publications in well-regarded journals, demonstrating independent intellectual leadership and national recognition in the discipline Recognised expertise in participatory research, evidenced by independent leadership of participatory research projects, primary supervision of graduate research students (with successful completions) using these methods, and scholarly contributions that advance participatory design and analysis in the hearing sciences. Enquiries: Professor Bamini Gopinath, Macquarie University Hearing at bamini.gopinath@mq.edu.au Applications Close: Wednesday 3rd of June 2026 at 11:59 pm (AEST) ** Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and we reserve the right to progress or decline an application prior to the application closing date. We also reserve the right to close the advertisement early if a sufficient number of qualified applicants is received. Pre-Employment Checks Macquarie University cultivates a workplace defined by safety, ethical conduct, and strong integrity. Prior to completion of an offer of employment, preferred candidates will be required to participate in a combination of pre-employment checks relevant to the role they have applied for. Your employment is conditional upon the completion and maintenance of all role-required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. A Place Where You Belong At Macquarie, we believe diversity makes us stronger, inclusion drives our success, and belonging inspires us to do our best work. We are proud to foster a community where different backgrounds, identities, and experiences are valued, and where our people are empowered to thrive through supportive leadership, shared responsibility, and a deep commitment to genuine care and respect for our community. Find out more about our vision for a truly inclusive workplace in our Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging Framework. Flexible Work At Macquarie, we believe by providing flexibility in when, where and how work is done, we can support our staff to manage our personal commitments, while optimising their work performance and contributions to the University. See how we lead in flexible work to enable an outcome focused and inclusive workplace. To learn more about our culture and hiring process, explore our Candidate Resource Hub.