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| POSITION DESCRIPTION | NON GOVERNMENT ORGANISATIONS (NGO) REMUNERATION SURVEY MAY 2008 |
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Research Specialist |
| Position Code: | 610 | | Career Level: | 3 |
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Responsible for
Planning, managing and conducting internal and external/collaborative research projects as a Principal or Associate Researcher. |
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Reports To
Divisional Manager. |
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Supervises
No direct reports, may co-ordinate external and/or casual researchers. |
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Main Activities
Ensuring a strong commitment is maintained to research that will facilitate an enhanced understanding of the organisation's key focus.
Planning and prioritising research activities regularly to maintain a coherent and sustainable research agenda.
Developing and maintaining relationships with key academics, researchers and similar agencies - both in Australia and internationally.
Exploring avenues to secure funding and increase the research budget.
Completing submissions for research grants.
Developing and implementing strategies to effectively publish, communicate and disseminate research findings.
Presenting results of research and ensuring in-house knowledge and expertise is maintained.
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Key Skills
Advanced qualitative and quantitative research skills.
Advanced analytical skills.
Good communications skills - both written and verbal.
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Internal Contacts
Management, Library, IT. |
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External Contacts
Universities, Community & Interest Groups, Sponsors, Research Agencies. |
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Typical Experience
At least 3 years experience in qualitative and quantitative research, coupled with relevant tertiary qualifications. May have completed or be completing post-graduate studies. |
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