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Join to apply for the Research Assistant - Aviation role at UNSW2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicantsJoin to apply for the Research Assistant - Aviation role at UNSWGet AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.One of Australias leading research & teaching universitiesVibrant campus life with a strong sense of community & inclusionEnjoy a career that makes a difference by collaborating & learning from the bestThis Job is based in AustraliaOne of Australias leading research & teaching universitiesVibrant campus life with a strong sense of community & inclusionEnjoy a career that makes a difference by collaborating & learning from the bestAt UNSW, we pride ourselves on being a workplace where the best people come to do their best work.The School of Aviation offers undergraduate and postgraduate programs, including flying training and airborne research. The Flying Operations Unit, located at Bankstown Airport, delivers flying training and supporting theory as required by the Civil Aviation Safety Authority and facilitates airborne research activities.The role will be based at UNSW Kensington campus.The Research Assistant (Level 5) provides technical and research assistance to the research project and will be responsible for designing and conducting research experiments, writing weekly/monthly reports, and attending the monthly meetings with the industry to report project progress.About The Role$85K- $96K plus 17% superannuation and leave loadingFixed Term 12 monthsFull-time (35 hours per week)The role reports to the Head of School, Professor Brett Molesworth and has no direct reports.Specific Responsibilities For This Role IncludeAttend research meetings.Respond to routine enquiries relating to research.Liaise with stakeholders in the preparation of ethics and grant applications, abstracts, annual and progress reports.Undertake unsupervised research support tasks consistent with established methodologies (may include lab or field work).Perform data collection, entry, and analysis.Maintain research databases, records and publication registers.Conduct statistical data reporting.Recruit study participants.Align with and actively demonstrate the Code of Conduct and Values.Cooperate with all health and safety policy and procedures of the University and take all reasonable care to ensure your actions or omissions do not impact on the health and safety of yourself and others.About The Successful Applicant(Selection Criteria)To Be Successful In This Role You Will HaveAn undergraduate degree in Applied Science such as Psychology, Aviation or other transport area.Prior experience supporting a research project.Advanced time management, organisational and problem-solving skills, including the ability to meet deadlines.Well-developed interpersonal and written and verbal communication skills.Demonstrated experience providing effective customer service and support to clients at all levels.Demonstrated computing skills including word processing (MS word), spreadsheets (MS Excel), and statistical analysis packages (SPSS).Ability to make sound judgements and work both independently and as part of a team.Demonstrated experience supporting and contributing to projects and initiatives.An understanding of and commitment to UNSWs aims, objectives and values in action, together with relevant policies and guidelines.Knowledge of health and safety responsibilities and commitment to attending relevant health and safety trainingYou should systematically address the selection criteria listed within the position description in your application.Please apply online - applications will not be accepted if sent to the contact listed.Contact:Brett MolesworthE: b.molesworth@unsw.edu.auApplications close: June 27th, 2025Find Out More About Working At UNSW At Www.unsw.edu.auUNSW aspires to be the exemplar Australian university and employer of choice for people from diverse backgrounds. UNSW aims to ensure equality in recruitment, development, retention and promotion of staff and that no-one is disadvantaged on the basis of their gender, cultural background, disability, sexual orientation or identity or Indigenous heritage. We encourage everyone who meets the selection criteria to apply.UNSW partners with Australias leading diversity organisations, networks, and campaigns. 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