About the Job
Led by Swinburne University of Technology, working in partnership with CSIRO and Germany’s ARENA 2036, the
Victorian Hydrogen Hub (VH2) project will bring together researchers, industry partners and business. Testing, trialling and demonstrating new and emerging hydrogen technologies, the Victorian Hydrogen Hub will support sustainable manufacturing practices and the ability to store clean energy from renewable sources, striving to create a sustainable future for all.
As the Research Assistant for the Capability Engine you will contribute to a culture led innovation platform spanning curriculum development, teaching and research within the innovation ecosystem that includes the innovation institutes, Innovation Precinct, Design Factory Melbourne (DFM) and the wider Design Factory Global Network (DFGN).
Your role involves assisting the Capability Engine Lead to manage activities that foster an innovation culture, specifically coaching teams from diverse backgrounds to embrace an open mind-set required by a collaborative learning environment. You will be working at the intersection of enterprise and academia and should be comfortable working in an interdisciplinary environment and be capable of making internal and external links with varied academic disciplines, professional organisations, industry and government.
You will play an important role in supporting team based problem solving and assisting in the managing of student learning and experience at postgraduate and/or undergraduate level. You will have experience in co-creation and design-inspired innovation methods, including integrated approaches to leverage application of fundamental research. You will also contribute to research to the advancement of knowledge in a rapidly evolving social, cultural and technological field.
About Swinburne University of Technology
Swinburne is a multi-sector university of science, technology and innovation with more than 54,000 students and 5,000 staff globally. We offer postgraduate, undergraduate, vocational education and online education to provide students with a variety of work-relevant pathways. Our mission is to be a world-class university, creating economic and social impact through science, technology and innovation. We aim to deliver future-ready learners, research with impact and innovative enterprise.
About Research & Development at Swinburne
Help drive real change with our Research and Development function. Swinburne University of Technology has an ambitious goal of growth in research performance and impact, as set out in our 2025 Strategic Plan – to become an internationally renowned institute in digital research, a digital disruptor and an accelerator of innovation.
About you
To be successful in the role, you will have:
• A minimum of a Master’s degree in Design, Social Sciences, Psychology, Entrepreneurship or a relevant field and professional experience in research or related professional industries
• Research experience in either academia and/or industry with skills in research design, ethics protocols, literature and best practice review, writing and editing
• Ability to interpret content and work with diverse stakeholders as part of the co-creation process
• The ability to easily establish trust-based relationships and to gain insights through communication and collaboration.
A full list of selection criteria is available within the position description.
Benefits
To find out more about the extensive range of benefits offered to Swinburne employees please visit Careers at Swinburne.
How to apply and further information
To view the position description or to start an application please click on 'apply' or ‘begin’ and submit a resume, cover letter and a response to the Key Selection Criteria, as listed in the position description. For further information about this position, please contact Pauliina Mattila via email at: pmattila@swin.edu.au
If you are experiencing technical difficulties with your application, please contact the Recruitment team on staffrecruitment@swin.edu.au
Should you require further support for an interview due to special needs or consideration, please contact Maree Norden, Diversity & Inclusion Manager at inclusion@swin.edu.au. For support or queries related to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employment, please contact DeadlyCareers@swin.edu.au
Agency enquiries will not be accepted for this position.
Swinburne is a large and culturally diverse organisation. We are proud of our commitment to equity and inclusion through key initiatives such as our Charter of Cultural Diversity, Pride@Swinburne Strategic Action Plan, Science in Australia Gender Equity (SAGE) Action Plan and our Reconciliation Action Plan. Equity and diversity are integral to our 2025 vision to be a world class university creating social and economic impact through science, technology and innovation.
Applications close at 5pm on Sunday 23rd May 2021
Note: This position is open to candidates that are currently located within Australia and are an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold an appropriate work visa.
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