Research Assistant- Traffic PsychologyRoad Safety

The Motor Accident Insurance Commission (MAIC) Griffith University Road Safety Research Collaboration involves road safety collaborative projects with industry government and other road safety stakeholders. This role involves working as part of a research team to successfully gather vital work within the domain of fleet safety which includes both light and heavy vehicles as well as research in motorcycle safety.

The Research Assistant position provides major support in fieldbased research and laboratory work within traffic psychology road safety behaviours and relevant research duties such as data collection data storage data analysis reports and scholarly articles that the team may require. This role will also provide administrative assistance to the Principal Research Fellow and senior staff members of the MAIC Griffith University Road Safety Research Collaboration as well as supporting the research group activities field work and laboratory training.

This is a full time fixed term (3 years) position. The role is based at Griffith University Mt Gravatt campus; however the successful candidate will be expected to do some teaching and/or other work as directed at other Griffith University campuses. It is expected that the successful candidate will be available to attend campus in person as a normal requirement of the role. 
We are also open for the role to be a job share arrangement at 50% part time basis.

Salary Range
The full time equivalent base salary will be Research Assistant grade 1 range $73783 per annum 17% superannuation. The total FTE package will be in the range $86326 per annum.
The full time equivalent base salary will be Research Assistant grade 2 range $82278 per annum 17% superannuation. The total FTE package will be in the range $96265 per annum.

Qualifications :

What matters most is your drive to create a brighter future that benefits all. Through our core principles of excellence ethics and engagement youll thrive on seeing the direct and lasting impact youll have on every community and every future.

You will also have:

• A bachelors degree in Psychology; or an equivalent combination of qualifications and/or relevant experience.
• Previous experience in fleet safety or motorcycle safety research (highly regarded).
• Knowledge of relevant vehicles as a workplace and road safety legislation (highly regarded).

Additional Information :

As a valuesled organisation at Griffith University weve worked hard to create a dynamic and strong organisational culture. We offer:

• A wide range of Learning and Development opportunities.
• Mix of on campus and work from home options available and a supportive work environment.
• Salary packaging options and corporate health discounts.
• Generous leave entitlements including paid parental leave and leave loading.
• Support with future learning opportunities through our educational staff assistance scheme.
• Opportunities for internal mobility.
• Health Safety and Wellbeing initiatives on campus Gym facilities.

How to apply
At Griffith were committed to providing a safe and inclusive environment for all whoever you are and wherever youre from. If you require any accommodations we welcome you to let us know so we can work with you to participate fully in our recruitment experience.

Griffith University values diversity inclusion and flexibility and we encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and people of all backgrounds to apply. For more information please visit our Equity Diversity and Inclusion page. Griffith University also maintains a strict zerotolerance policy against all forms of modern slavery. For more information please refer to Griffiths Modern Slavery Policy.

Please submit your application online and ensure it includes the following:

• A covering letter outlining your suitability for the role (please refer to the qualifications above and the position description)
• Current curriculum vitae/resume including full contact details
• Names and contact details of at least three professional referees (no contact will be made without your permission)

Applicants must have unrestricted working rights. VISA sponsorship is not available for this position.
Successful candidates may be subject to a criminal history check.

For further information specifically about this role please contact Associate Professor Darren Wishart School of Applied Psychology on .

For application support please contact People Services onand quote reference number REF6988S.

Closing date: Sunday 16th February 2025 at 11:59pm AEST. All applications must be submitted online.