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Post-doctoral Researcher

Parkville, AUFull-time$87k–$118k2026-11-09 → 2026-11-10
Visa sponsorship offered

Core

Lead key research activities in a landmark ARC Linkage project on student wellbeing and engagement, applying quantitative expertise to drive evidence-based improvements in schooling.

Role type

Post-doctoral Researcher (Part-time, Fixed-term)

Builds

High-impact publications, conference presentations, reports, and actionable insights for practice in the education sector.

Domain

Education research / Student wellbeing / Longitudinal big data

Required skills

Advanced quantitative analysis, Longitudinal data analysis, Large-scale dataset management, Project management, Stakeholder engagement, Team coordination

Preferred skills

PhD in psychology/social psychology/education/mental health, Experience researching young people, Knowledge of social determinants of health

Technologies

None explicitly stated

Responsibilities

Plan and deliver longitudinal research activities including data management and analysis, Lead and contribute to high quality publications and funding proposals, Coordinate research assistants and graduate students, Represent the research program with partners and schools

Seniority

Post-doctoral (Early career researcher)