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Research Officer or Senior Research Officer - Family Law, Family Violence and Elder Abuse

Australian Institute of Family Studies
  • Family Law, Family Violence and Elder Abuse (Research) Team
  • APS 3-4 or APS 5-6
  • Full-time or Part-time (0.6 FTE minimum)
  • Non-ongoing

Are you a passionate researcher who enjoys disseminating knowledge? Are you a team player who can bring their skills and knowledge to a professional team of researchers, while learning from others? 

The Family Law, Family Violence and Elder Abuse (Research) team at the Australian Institute of Family Studies (AIFS) are seeking an enthusiastic Research Officer or Senior Research Officer to join their dedicated team in delivering commissioned research to inform policy makers and practitioners to achieve better outcomes for families.

About us

We are the Australian Institute of Family Studies (AIFS), the Australian Government’s key independent research body and advisor in the area of family wellbeing, based in Melbourne’s CBD. We produce research about ‘what works for families’ and make it accessible to decision makers, practitioners and the general public.

Our Team

We in the Family Law, Family Violence and Elder Abuse research team are highly professional with in-depth experience in managing a range of qualitative and quantitative studies and evaluations in these areas. Our team members work on projects according to their subject and methodological expertise and actively engage with stakeholders to disseminate our research. We participate in professional and community activities in the family law, family violence and elder abuse space.

Requirements to be successful

This role is responsible for providing support in project management, the implementation of qualitative and quantitative research and the development of project reports and other deliverables.

  • Experience undertaking quantitative and/or qualitative research
  • Subject matter knowledge in the area of family law, family violence or elder abuse
  • Project management skills with the ability to work as an effective team member to coordinate and deliver projects in a timely manner.
  • Sound writing skills with experience in writing reports and articles.
  • Good communication skills and the ability to liaise with people at all levels, including external stakeholders.
  • Relevant qualifications in law or social and behavioural sciences (e.g. psychology, social work, public health).

Working

We will offer the Research Officer or Senior Research Officer, Family Law, Family Violence and Elder Abuse position on a non-ongoing basis of up to 18 months (with the possibility of extension for up to three years) on a full-time or part-time basis (0.6 FTE minimum). The position can be offered at either an APS3-4 $57,596 to $69,698, or APS5-6 $72,070 to $88,827, (full-time equivalent) plus superannuation, depending on the skills and experience of the successful applicant.

Working at AIFS

We provide a family-friendly and flexible workplace that supports the wellbeing and professional development of a diverse workforce.

Some of the benefits of working at AIFS include:

  • Flexible work arrangements
  • Workplace health and wellbeing activities such as yoga, mindfulness, wellbeing sessions, flu vaccines and a good health allowance
  • Free and confidential counselling services for employees and immediate family
  • 15.4% employer contribution to superannuation
  • Discounted annual Myki cards
  • Christmas closedown period with no deduction from leave credits

Our salaries and conditions of employment are set out in our Enterprise Agreement.

HOW TO APPLY FOR THIS JOB

Download a full Position Description at https://aifs.gov.au/about-us/working-aifs/jobs.

Apply via the 'Apply Now' button. To apply, please include your AIFS Application form, CV and covering letter.

For further information, contact Human Resources on (03) 9214 7888.

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