Research Assistant (Psychology)

Part time (3 days per week), 2-year fixed term position, located on the Camperdown Campus at the School of Psychology

This position offers an excellent opportunity to build skills in applied psychological research, working as part of a supportive team conducting meaningful work with real impact for vulnerable communities

Base Salary, (HEO5) $97,446 - $109,104 (pro rata) p.a. + 17% superannuation

About the opportunity

The School of Psychology is currently seeking a Research Assistant (Psychology) to play a key role in shaping innovative research. In this position, you will contribute to the development of research protocols and lead the execution of critical research activities.

Your responsibilities will include:

working closely with the research team to support the development and validation of a new clinical measure of childhood adversity

assisting with recruitment, screening, and coordination of participants, including individuals from vulnerable populations

conducting research interviews and assessments in accordance with ethical and culturally safe research practices

managing data entry, cleaning, and basic analysis to ensure data integrity and confidentiality

coordinating project logistics, including scheduling, materials preparation, and communication with community and clinical partners

contributing to the preparation of reports, presentations, and ethics or governance documentation to support the research program.

About you

The University values courage and creativity; openness and engagement; inclusion and diversity; and respect and integrity. As such, we see the importance of recruiting talent aligned to these values and are looking for a Research Assistant (Psychology) who has the following:

strong data analysis and research administration expertise

proficiency in research software and solid computer literacy

exceptional organisation, time management, and attention to detail

clear and effective communication skills with a customer-focused approach

a collaborative mindset and proven experience in people management

ability to coordinate grant applications and conduct literature searches

experience managing, reporting, and disseminating research data

background in research-intensive environments and higher education.

Sponsorship / work rights for Australia

You must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this employment to be eligible to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment.

Pre-employment checks

Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment.

This position is designated as involving child-related work. To undertake or remain in this position, you are required to apply for and obtain a Working with Children Check clearance in accordance with the Child Protection (Working with Children) Act 2012.

EEO statement

At the University of Sydney, our shared values are trust, accountability and excellence and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community that thrives through diversity and reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this through our commitment to diversity and inclusion, evidenced by our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people living with a disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and those who identify as LGBTIQ+. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.

We are proud to be recognised as an Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) Gold employer. Find out more about our work on diversity and inclusion.

How to apply

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Applications CloseSunday 14 December 2025 11:59 PM

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