Associate Research Fellow (Pasifika Community)

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Work type:Part-time
Location:Melbourne - Burwood
Categories:Research

• Based at our Melbourne, Burwood Campus
• Part Time (.4FTE) and Fixed Term
• Level A $80,065 - $107,633 + 17% Superannuation (pro rata, part time) (Pay rate applicable 1 July 2024)

Who are we?

Deakin University stands as a beacon of pioneering research and innovation, deeply rooted in the heart of Australia. Our dedication to ground breaking research initiatives is at the core of our identity, setting us apart as a hub for knowledge seekers and forward-thinking researchers. With a diverse, global community of scholars and a commitment to pushing the boundaries of knowledge, Deakin University offers an unparalleled platform for those who are passionate about exploring the frontiers of research. Join us on this exhilarating research journey, and let Deakin's spirit of inquiry and innovation become the driving force behind your own quest for discovery. 

As an Associate Research Fellow you will:

The Associate Research Fellow will engage collaboratively to conduct high-quality research, scholarship and creative activities generating high impact outputs, with mentorship from leaders within the research team.

They will specifically work with Professor Stephane Shepherd on the research project, “Addressing the needs of justice-involved African-Australian and Pasifika young people and their families” funded by the Department of Justice and Community Safety. The project aims to identify key factors leading to justice-involvement and peer group affiliation for Pasifika young people, and to cultivate culturally responsive interventions and programs co-designed to prevent and reduce (further) justice system contact and peer-affiliated group involvement.

In a typical week you will:

• Conduct high-quality research, scholarship and creative activities generating high impact outputs, with mentorship
• Engage collaboratively to participate in novel and high-quality research or creative activities
• Communicate outputs, including as part of team
• Ensure impact of academic activity on the field and the community
• Support and may lead applications for funding for research and creative activities
• Begin building body of work and reputation and recognition for quality, excellence and impact

To be successful, you’ll have:

• PhD in a relevant discipline and/or other relevant qualifications and experience
• Emerging research and scholarship through publications, and/or exhibitions as appropriate to the discipline
• Ability to contribute to communities through research
• Capacity to contribute to teaching, research and administration
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a proven ability to establish good working relationships with colleagues
• Ability to contribute to community engagement for research
• A background working directly and closely with Pasifika young people and their families
• A individual with Pasifika heritage or who is familiar with Pasifika cultural traditions and experiences is preferred
• A background working directly with justice-involved young people and their families

Here's how to apply: 

Please submit your updated resume, a short cover letter and responses to the Key Selection Criteria.

For a confidential discussion regarding this role, please contact Stephane Shepherd - Professor (Forensic Psychology and Criminology) via email [email protected] 

For a copy of the position description, please see below:

 PD - Level-A-Associate Research Fellow - Pasifika.pdf

Applications for this position close on Tuesday 4 June 2024.

Are You Ready?

Deakin is a Victorian university with a global impact. We are an agile, dynamic, and innovative university committed to making a positive impact through our excellence in education, research and innovation and the contributions we make to the wider community.

We understand that our reputation has been built on the dedication and expertise of our staff and we offer a dynamic and diverse working environment with opportunities to grow and develop careers. We believe that a progressive, thriving culture will ensure that people choose to come, and stay at Deakin and contribute to our ongoing success.

We value diversity and aim to build an inclusive environment that champions, embraces and respects differences. We support and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and people of all abilities, cultures, sexual orientation, and genders.

Advertised:28 May 2024 AUS Eastern Standard Time
Applications close:04 Jun 2024 AUS Eastern Standard Time