Appointment of

Research Assistant
Faculty of Arts
Contents
1. Faculty of Arts
2. Position Description &
Selection Criteria
3. The University of Melbourne
4. University of Melbourne’s
Strategic Plan 2020 – 2030
5. People & Benefits
6. Living & Working in
Melbourne
7. Further Information
8. How to Apply & Contact
Information
 Management. The Graduate School also houses our
outstanding PhD program.

Over its 150-year history, the Faculty has produced

leaders in a wide range of fields, including
government, business, creative industries and media,
community and not-for- profit organisations. The
Faculty maintains strong strategic relationships with
leading international universities through joint
Arts West Atrium. teaching collaborations, research projects and student
exchange programs. Partnerships with government,

The Faculty of Arts not-for-profit and private organisations facilitate work

integrated learning opportunities for our students and
research collaboration with our researchers. The
The Faculty of Arts at the University Faculty has an active and vibrant outreach program,
promoting lifelong learning in the Humanities and
of Melbourne is widely recognised as
Social Sciences.
Australia’s leading centre for the
Our community includes over 450 academic and
study of the Humanities and Social professional staff, 10,000 students across
Sciences undergraduate, graduate coursework and research
higher degree programs, and a strong and active
__ alumni population of over 70,000 worldwide.

The Faculty of Arts at the University of Melbourne The Faculty actively seeks to welcome and value the
brings together leading scholars across 40 disciplines unique contributions of people from all backgrounds
of study in the Humanities and Social Sciences. Our and is committed to diversity and inclusion practices
academic staff are of international standing and to achieve our vision. Our Faculty has gender parity
committed to excellence in teaching and research. across all levels and supports its staff through
initiatives such as the Faculty of Arts Conference
The Faculty is home to the University’s first degree, Childcare Support Scheme, the Faculty’s mentoring
the Bachelor of Arts, which is one of the most sought- program and the Divisional Indigenous Development
after degrees in Australia, consistently attracting Plan (DIDP).
outstanding students from around the country and
internationally. Our teaching programs encourage Alongside the Graduate School of Humanities and
critical inquiry, creativity, global perspectives and the Social Sciences, the Faculty consists of five
questioning of ideas. In 2016, the Faculty opened Arts interdisciplinary Schools:
West – an award-winning building in the heart of the Asia Institute – the University’s key centre for study in
historic campus and a new home for the Bachelor of Asian languages and cultures, with programs including
Arts. Arts West supports active and informal learning Arabic, Chinese, Indonesian and Japanese languages,
through object-based learning laboratories and alongside Asian, Islamic and Contemporary Chinese
purpose-built teaching spaces which has transformed Studies.
teaching and learning in the Humanities and Social
Sciences, setting a new benchmark in the Asia region. School of Culture and Communication – with
programs in Art History, Arts and Cultural
Our Graduate School of Humanities and Social Management, Indigenous Studies, Creative Writing,
Sciences offers 19 professionally oriented Masters English and Theatre Studies, Media and
programs, including Arts and Cultural Management, Communications, Publishing and Editing, Journalism,
Applied Linguistics, Global Media Communication, and Screen and Cultural Studies.
International Relations and Public Policy and
School of Historical and Philosophical Studies – Building on achievements to date, by 2025 the Faculty
encompassing History, History and Philosophy of of Arts will be:
Science, Philosophy, Jewish and Hebrew Studies,
• the leading faculty of our kind in the Asia-
Conservation and Classics and Archaeology.
Pacific region and one of the most compelling
School of Languages and Linguistics – includes in the world, known above all for the
French, German, Italian, Russian and Spanish difference we make locally, nationally,
languages, alongside European studies, Latin regionally and globally
American studies and Linguistics, Applied Linguistics • home to a dynamic, diverse and inclusive
and English as a Second Language. community of staff and students who are
committed to achieving our full potential by
School of Social and Political Sciences – with
working together and with our partners in a
programs in Anthropology and Development Studies,
spirit of courageous generosity
Criminology, Political Science, and Sociology and
• transformed by recognising and engaging the
Social Policy.
ways of knowing held by Aboriginal and
FACULTY OF ARTS STRATEGY Torres Strait Islander peoples, on whose land
we work
Under the leadership of Professor Russell Goulbourne,
we have launched a Faculty of Arts Strategy focusing
on: Acknowledgment of
•
•
Transformative learning
Research that makes a difference
Country
• Partnerships that add value The Faculty of Arts acknowledge the Elders, and
• Support for all staff descendants of the Wurundjeri people who have been
and are the Custodians of these lands. We
Mission acknowledge that the land on which we meet was the
place of age-old ceremonies, of celebration, initiation
The Faculty of Arts is committed to benefiting the and renewal, and that the local Aboriginal peoples
peoples, cultures and economies of Melbourne, have had and continue to have a unique role in the
Australia, the region and the world. life of these lands.
We do this across our distinctively broad range of
Humanities and Social Sciences disciplines by creating,
transforming and sharing knowledge that deepens
and enriches understanding of what it means to be
human and by developing graduates whose skills,
values and empathy enable them to shape better,
fairer and more sustainable societies.

Values and Behaviours

The Faculty of Arts is committed to benefiting the

peoples, cultures and economies of
Melbourne, Australia, the Region and the World. It is
expected that all staff commit to the values of:

• Rigour and integrity, generosity and humility,

intellectual freedom and critical
independence
• Diversity and inclusion, trust and mutual
respect, social justice and civic responsibility
• Courage and creativity, openness and
transparency, environmental sustainability.

Vision
 Ensure high quality service provision to Faculty of
Position Description

Arts researchers

& Selection Criteria Selection Criteria

ESSENTIAL
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 Australian or New Zealand citizenship; or
POSITION NO. 0055842 (up to 5 positions) Australian or New Zealand permanent residency;
CLASSIFICATION Level A
or hold an Australian Temporary Graduate Visa
SALARY $75,289 -102,163 (pro-rata) p.a
SUPERANNUATION Employer contribution of 17% (subclass 485) expiring after the end of 2023
WORKING HOURS Up to 0.5 FTE  A post-graduate degree (Honours, Masters),
BASIS OF EMPLOYMENT Fixed-term positions available ideally but not necessarily in the Humanities or
for 6 months Social Sciences, with subsequent research
LOCATION Parkville campus
experience; or equivalent experience and/or
qualifications
Position Summary  Experience in one or more of the following areas:
o editing and proofreading of academic writing
The Faculty of Arts at the University of Melbourne
offers five Research Assistant roles for a fixed-term o grant or proposal writing
period of six months. These roles will support Faculty o critically appraising research literature and
of Arts researchers across all Schools in their research synthesising knowledge from scholarly
activities. Support will be particularly provided to databases, and utilising relevant databases
researchers who are new to the Faculty/University, and reference management software to
early career researchers, and researchers who do not produce various types of reviews
speak English as a first language. o data collection, management and analysis (for
example, using NVivo)
The successful applicants will have one or a  Native written and verbal communication skills in
combination of skills including editing and English
proofreading, grant writing, translation of a variety of  Demonstrated ability to deliver tasks efficiently in
languages, literature reviews, and data collection and
a context of competing deadlines and demands
management. They will further demonstrate a
 Demonstrated ability to work both independently
commitment to working collaboratively with both
academic and professional staff colleagues, including and as part of a team
researchers, research groups, and the Faculty of Arts  Demonstrated sound digital literacy, including the
Research Team. ability to quickly become adept at using new
software
Reporting to the Associate Dean, Research and the  Ability to maintain service excellence across a
Research Manager, and receiving training from diverse range of stakeholders
Student and Scholarly Services, the roles will be up to  Demonstrated professional and collegial
0.5 FTE each. behaviour of a very high standard (encompassing
commitment to the Faculty’s Values and
Key Responsibilities Behaviours outlined on page 4).

 Fulfill research assistance assignments as DESIRABLE

allocated by the Research Manager
 Translation experience or a high level of
 Meet with researchers in order to understand the
competency in one or more languages other than
details of specific assignments
English
 Assist in triaging requests for research assistance
 Experience working in research assistance roles
support
 Experience working with Australian Research
 Track time allocated to each assignment and assist
Council or other grant schemes
with reporting requirements
 Work collaboratively with colleagues across the
Faculty Research Team to coordinate work and Equal Opportunity, Diversity &
ensure all assignments are completed within Inclusion
deadlines
 Our Diversity and Inclusion Strategy 2030 aims to
advance and embed the principles of diversity and
inclusion across all activities at the University to
create enduring and widespread cultural change.
It sets out four goals to help achieve our vision:
 Trust and recognition – we are a trusted leader of
diversity and inclusion, internally and externally.
 A diverse University community – we reflect the
diversity of broader society.
 Culture and belonging – everyone is welcome,
safe and can belong.
 Diversity and inclusion is embedded in all our
systems, processes and work.

For each goal we’ve identified strategic priorities to

drive specific outcomes over the next five years, and
we will provide routine updates so you can see our
progress.
Establishing an inclusive culture starts by being honest
about past experiences, what’s working and where we
can improve. This strategy was informed by extensive
analysis of student, staff, partner, and affiliate
experiences at the University.
We want our community to recognise themselves in
the strategy, see that it speaks to their ideas and
aspirations, and commit to living its values.

Occupational Health & Safety (OHS)

All staff are required to take reasonable care for their
own health and safety and that of other personnel
who may be affected by their conduct.
OHS responsibilities applicable to positions are
published here.
These include general staff responsibilities and those
additional responsibilities that apply for Managers
and Supervisors and other Personnel.
 With a wide range of disciplines, the University of
Melbourne currently educates over 50,000+
students from over 130 countries. The University
comprises ten Academic Divisions providing
learning that stimulates, challenges and fulfils the
potential of excellent students from around the
world, leading to personal development, meaningful
careers and profound contributions to society.

The alumni network is significant and truly

international, with representation from 160
countries. This international community includes
former Prime Ministers, Governors General, and
Nobel Laureates, and is a testament to the world-
class education the University of Melbourne delivers.
*Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2021

THE MELBOURNE MODEL

Building on long-standing traditions of leadership and

innovation in teaching and embracing international
developments in curriculum design, the University
introduced the Melbourne Model in 2008. The
distinctive educational model offers degrees in three
broad cycles. At Bachelor level, students select from
one of six broad degrees (offering a total of 87 major
The University of fields of study) and a limited number of specialist
offerings. These programs lay the intellectual
Melbourne foundations for future employment or further study.
Most professional qualifications are subsequently
offered at Masters level, where students can choose
__ from a variety of professional or specialist graduate
Established in 1853, the University of Melbourne is a programs offering intensive graduate-level
public-spirited institution with an outstanding experiences that promote deep professional
reputation for excellence in research, learning and learning. At Doctoral level, students work alongside
teaching, and engagement. and are nurtured by international research leaders in
a broad range of fields.
Ranked number 31 in the latest Times Higher
Education World University Rankings*, Melbourne The Melbourne Model’s curriculum combines
competes on an international stage with the best academic breadth with disciplinary depth to
institutions globally and has an international outlook strategically reposition the University in an
and reach to match. increasingly globalised higher education framework.
The University prepares its students to enter a world
With a rich history stretching over 160 years, the marked by rapid change where graduates must
University of Melbourne also occupies a special place possess the applicable knowledge, and flexible and
in the heart of the city. Since its founding in 1853, the adaptable skills, to succeed.
University has been a public-spirited institution
committed to making distinctive contributions to
intellectual, cultural, social and economic life in the
region and beyond. These values underpin the
University’s entire academic mission and shape
operating practices, preparing engaged graduates
and steering research that advances the world.
 The means for achieving these goals include the
development of the University of Melbourne’s
academic and professional staffand the capabilities
needed to support a modern, world class university.
Those means require a commitment to ongoing
financial sustainability and an ambitious
infrastructure program which will reshape the
campus and our contribution to the communities we
engage with. This strategy, and the priorities
proposed, is centred around five intersecting themes;
place, community, education, discovery and global.

The University of
Melbourne’s Strategic
Plan 2020 – 2030
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Advancing Melbourne
The University’s strategic direction is grounded in its
purpose. While its expression may change, our
purpose is enduring: to benefit society through the
transformative impact of education and research.
Together, the vision and purpose inform the focus
and scale of our aspirations for the coming decade.
Advancing Melbourne reflects the University’s
commitment to its people, its place, and its partners.
Our aspiration for 2030 is to be known as a world-
leading and globally connected Australian
university, with our students at the heart of
everything we do.
 We will offer students a distinctive and
outstanding education and experience, preparing
them for success as leaders, change agents and
global citizens.
 We will be recognised locally and globally for our
leadership on matters of national and global
importance, through outstanding research and
scholarship and a commitment to collaboration.
 We will be empowered by our sense of place and
connections with communities. We will take
opportunities to advance both the University and
the City of Melbourne in close collaboration and
synergy.
 We will deliver this through building a brilliant,
diverse and vibrant University community, with
strong connections to those we serve.
 The University also offers a family friendly
environment for individuals that need increased
flexibility, providing generous leave and working
conditions. The University has been recognised as an
employer of choice for women and is one of 40
organisations to participate in the Science in Australia
Gender Equity (SAGE) pilot program of Athena SWAN
in Australia.

Living and Working

People and Benefits in Melbourne
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The University is committed to providing an
Geography
intellectually stimulating and personally rewarding
workplace which attracts people who are the best in Melbourne is the capital city of Victoria and the
their professional, academic and teaching fields second largest city in Australia. It is set around the
shores of Port Phillip Bay and sits beside the Yarra
Outstanding academic staff are at the heart of the
River, around five kilometres from the bay.
University’s teaching, research and engagement
endeavours. The University is proud of its many staff Melbourne is home 4.5 million people and a
that have been recognised through prestigious metropolitan area of 9990.5 km2. The Economist
national and international awards and through Intelligence Unit has rated Melbourne one of the
membership of Australia’s learned academics. world’s most liveable city for six consecutive years,
Among the many scholars of international renown at based on its education, entertainment, health care,
the University is the winner of the Nobel Prize – research and development, tourism and sport.
Professor Peter Doherty (Physiology and Medicine)
and many other public intellectuals and scientific The City of Melbourne municipality, in which the
leaders. University’s main Parkville campus is based, covers
37.7 km2 and has a population of more than 143 000
The Benefits people. It includes the city centre and a number of
attractive inner suburbs with thriving communities
The University offers staff more than just a job – it and businesses.
offers them an opportunity to be part of a dynamic
world class organisation which provides its staff with The City of Melbourne is home to residents from 180
exceptional benefits and support at every stage of countries who speak more than 233 languages and
their life and career. dialects and follow 116 religious faiths. The
Wurundjeri, Boonwurrung, Taungurong, Dja Dja
 Working in a culturally inclusive environment Wurrung and the Wathaurung people of the Kulin
 Engaging in an active and vibrant campus life Nation are the Traditional Owners of the land now
 A focus on health and wellbeing known by its European name of Melbourne.
 Outstanding staff benefits in addition to
competitive salary packages The City of Melbourne is recognised as Australia’s
cultural capital with a number of world-class galleries
Staff benefits on offer at the University include the and museums, internationally renowned food and
opportunity to salary package everything from wine regions, and an impressive year-round calendar
childcare and additional superannuation to of events catering for all tastes.
subscriptions to the Melbourne Theatre Company.

Further Information
Benefits can be tailored to best suit individual needs
and circumstances, including generous relocation
support.
General Information about the Please submit your application via the University of
Melbourne’s Careers page
University of Melbourne is available
The Faculty of Arts is committed to equity, diversity and
at its website www.unimelb.edu.au inclusion and strongly encourages people with diverse
experiences to apply. This includes First Nations
people, culturally and linguistically diverse people,
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ENQUIRIES
Faculty of Arts
arts.unimelb.edu.au Contact for enquiries only, please do not send our
application to this contact
Research
University of Melbourne research strategy and NAME Cat Knights
implementation EMAIL [email protected]
research.unimelb.edu.au

Teaching
Teaching and Learning at the University of Melbourne
provost.unimelb.edu.au

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