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OverviewJoin to apply for the Social Survey Researcher role at University of Sydney.Opportunity for a social survey researcher to contribute to an ARC-funded project focused on mediated trustAcademic Level B Base Salary $127,436 pro-rata + 17% superannuationAbout the opportunityThe School of Art, Communication and English (SACE) explores the full spectrum of human expression and creativity, applying digital technology to humanities and social sciences. SACE is nationally and internally recognised for research strengths in literary studies, visual arts, art history, film studies, communication, media practice and digital cultures.SACE is inviting applications for a Social Survey Researcher to work collaboratively with Professor Terry Flew on his ARC Laureate project "Mediated Trust: Ideas, Interests, Institutions, Futures".In this role, the successful candidate will be closely involved in the core activities of the Laureate, including the design of a comprehensive trust survey informed by current academic literature. This role will work with third-party platforms such as Qualtrics to support the distribution of the survey and assist in developing appropriate sample populations. Additionally, this role will be coordinating with a network of researchers across seven countries: the UK, Austria, Canada, Singapore, China, Germany, and Australia to organise and implement the international survey. The candidate will be responsible for collating and analysing the data, preparing it for circulation, and contributing as a co-author to scholarly journal publications alongside leading experts in the field.Your key responsibilities will be to:develop and create a trust survey in collaboration with an interdisciplinary research teamundertake qualitative and quantitative data analysis and employ digital methods in applied researchprepare and submit academic journal articles, and contribute to the editing of research collectionssignificantly contribute to successful applications for competitive research grants and/or funding to deliver research impactgenerate and circulate research findings leading to improved policy, professional practice, and industry and community engagement.About youa PhD in a media and digital communications and/or social sciencesevidence of holding an emerging research profile and the ability to conduct independent research and assume responsibility for the development and completion of research papers in a timely mannerexperience in applying qualitative and/or digital methodsexperience utilising statistical packages and/or data visualisation toolsdemonstrated ability to work both independently and as a member of a team, capacity to succeed in a fast-paced research-intensive environment, and sound written, verbal communication, and interpersonal skills suitable to collaborating in an academic context.Sponsorship / work rights for AustraliaYou must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this employment to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment.Pre-employment checksYour employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment.EEO statementAt the University of Sydney, our shared values are trust, accountability and excellence and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community that thrives through diversity and reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this through our commitment to diversity and inclusion, evidenced by our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people living with a disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and those who identify as LGBTIQ+. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds. We are proud to be recognised as an Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) Gold employer. Find out more about our work on diversity and inclusion.How to applyApplications (including a cover letter, CV, and any additional supporting documentation) can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page.For employees of the University or contingent workers, please login into your Workday account and navigate to the Career icon on your Dashboard. Click on USYD Find Jobs and apply.For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or any documents in alternate formats, please contact Lena Jiang, Recruitment Operations by email to [email protected] University of SydneyThe University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.Click to view the Position Description for this role.Job detailsSeniority level: Mid-Senior levelEmployment type: Part-timeJob function: EducationIndustries: Higher Education #J-18808-Ljbffr