• This is a full-time, 12-month fixed-term contract, based in the Perth CBD and available for immediate start.
• It is a Specialist Level 2 position, with a salary range of $106,049 - $124,997, depending on experience, plus 13% superannuation.
• Generous conditions are applicable, in accordance with the UnionsWA Enterprise Agreement 2024.

UnionsWA is the peak union organisation in WA, servicing 28 member unions with 150,000 members.

UnionsWA provides an opportunity for unions and workers to join with others in their workplace and their industry to have a say about their pay, conditions, workplace health and safety and how work may impact their lives for the better.

The Research Lead position will scope, design and undertake high quality research with workers in men-dominated industries in Western Australia. It will report on the research findings, and work with a multidisciplinary team to develop recommendations and resources based on the findings.

This is a grant-funded position established under the Advancing Gender Equality in Gender Segregated Industries Commonwealth Government grant which will examine the drivers of gender segregation as they manifest in men-dominated industries in Western Australia.

THE ROLE WILL:

• Scope, design and conduct quality research to the highest ethical standards.
• Present and report on research findings and recommendations.
• Contribute to the development of education and other practical resources, informed by research findings and recommendations.
• Contribute to the successful project management of the research by completing assigned work at the required level and within agreed timeframes.
• Support the completion of grant progress reports.
• Build and maintain relationships with internal and external partners and stakeholders.
• Work collaboratively with, and provide guidance and mentorship to, project team members.

The attached Job Description Form (JDF) provides the selection criteria and more information about the position.

For further information regarding the position, please contact Rikki Hendon on (08) 6313 6000 or admin@unionswa.com.au using the subject line: Research Lead enquiry via EthicalJobs.

No late or pro forma applications will be accepted.

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