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Research Associate - UNDA


Company : AAP


Location : Sydney, New South Wales


Created : 2025-04-19


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Institute for Ethics and Society, Sydney CampusResearch Associate: Institute for Ethics and Society, Sydney CampusPart-time (0.7 FTE), Fixed-term (12 month maternity leave replacement)Based in SydneyBe part of a welcoming community of professionals, academics and students.About the RoleThe Institute for Ethics and Society (IES) has a unique part-time opportunity for a Research Associate, who will also take on the role of Managing Editor of Solidarity, the Journal of Catholic Social Thought and Secular Ethics.The Research Associate is responsible for contributing to academic research in at least one of the IESs research focus areas, ideally Religion and Global Ethics. The successful candidate will publish high quality, ERA-reportable outputs, contribute to developing collaborative research projects, and apply for research grants.In addition, the Managing Editor role involves managing the publication and administrative processes of Solidarity: the Journal of Catholic Social Thought and Secular Ethics, which is an online journal providing a forum for the discussion of social ethics, social justice, and Catholic social thought.Key ResponsibilitiesConduct academic research for current IES projects and collaborate in the development of new IES research projects.Liaise with colleagues and other stakeholders of IES projects to ensure objectives are met.Commission articles for publication, manage the editorial and administrative process, and publicise the work of the Journal.Organise regular meetings and liaise with the Solidarity Advisory and Editorial Boards to further develop the Journal and keep the Boards appraised of the Journals activities.About YouCompletion or near completion of a PhD or equivalent.Track record of high-quality, ERA-reportable publications.Demonstrated ability to provide high quality teaching, especially in Ethics or a discipline related to one of the IESs research focus areas, in a University setting.Ideally, a track record of research grant income and/or industry-funded research income.Enquiries about the RoleFor further information about the role, please contact Professor John Lippitt, Director of the Institute for Ethics and Society at john.lippitt@nd.edu.au OR Dr Annette Pierdziwol, Assistant Director at annette.pierdziwol@nd.edu.au.How to ApplyPlease submit a copy of your CV, Cover Letter, and a separate document addressing the Selection Criteria to jobs@nd.edu.au.Applications Close Monday, 26 April 2021.For full details about the role, download the candidate information pack here.Applicants are expected to address all selection criteria in a separate document and have current and valid work rights in Australia.Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.The University of Notre Dame Australia seeks to increase the diversity of our workforce to better meet the different needs of the University and its stakeholders and to improve equal opportunity outcomes for our staff. #J-18808-Ljbffr