This Job is based in Australia One of Australia’s leading research & teaching universities Vibrant campus life with a strong sense of community & inclusion Enjoy a career that makes a difference by collaborating & learning from the bestAt UNSW, we pride ourselves on being a workplace where the best people come to do their best work.For further information about the school please visit www.psychology.unsw.edu.auThe Research Associate is expected to contribute towards the research effort of UNSW and to develop their research expertise through the pursuit of defined projects relevant to their particular field of research. This role will conduct systematic reviews of literature and collaborate on meta- analyses of original data of psychological treatments. This involves high-level searching of academic databases, synthesis of data, collation of data from international datasets and engaging in meta-analytic analyses.This position will also oversee the management of the Traumatic Stress Clinic, including management of databases, scheduling of assessments and treatments, ethics submissions and monitoring, and liaison with research staff.About The RoleThe role reports to Scientia Professor Richard Bryant and has no direct reports.Specific Responsibilities For This Role Include Contribute independently, as well as collaborate with a research team in the School of Psychology, to conduct systematic searches and meta-analyses in the fields of PTSD and grief. Liaise with international research teams to collate data from treatment trials to conduct independent participant data meta-analyses. Synthesise data from diverse datasets to permit meta-analyses of merged data. Contribute to statistical analyses. Provide overall management of the Traumatic Stress Clinic, including management of databases, scheduling of assessments and treatments, ethics submissions and monitoring, and liaison with research staff. Undertake specific research project/s under the guidance of a research leader and contribute to development of research activities. Prepare manuscripts for peer-review publication, including content creation, statistical reporting, summarising literature reviews, and tables for meta-analyses. Participate in and/or present at conferences and/or workshops relevant to the project as required. Assist with the supervision of research students in the research area where required. Align with and actively demonstrate the Code of Conduct and Values. Cooperate with all health and safety policies and procedures of the university and take all reasonable care to ensure that your actions or omissions do not impact on the psychosocial or physical health and safety of yourself or others.You should systematically address the selection criteria listed within the position description in your application. Please apply online - applications will not be accepted if sent to the contact listed.Contact:Richard BryantApplications close: June 17th, 2025Find Out More About Working At UNSW At Www.unsw.edu.au

About The Successful Applicant(Selection Criteria)To Be Successful In This Role You Will Have A Masters or PhD in a related discipline, and relevant experience in the fields of systematic reviews and meta-analyses, especially in the fields of PTSD and grief. Demonstrated experience with the literature on grief and PTSD. Demonstrated ability to synthesise literature following systematic review format. Demonstrated ability to work with others in conduct of systematic reviews and meta-analyses. Demonstrated experience working in a research management role and specifically in managing research activities in the fields of PTSD or grief. Proven commitment to proactively keeping up to date with discipline knowledge and developments. Demonstrated ability to undertake high quality academic research and conduct independent research with limited supervision. Demonstrated track record of publications and conference presentations relative to opportunity. Demonstrated ability to work in a team, collaborate across disciplines and build effective relationships. Evidence of highly developed interpersonal skills. Demonstrated ability to communicate and interact with a diverse range of stakeholders and students. An understanding of and commitment to UNSW’s aims, objectives and values in action, together with relevant policies and guidelines. Knowledge of health & safety (psychosocial and physical) responsibilities and commitment to attending relevant health and safety training.