Research Assistant - Australian Beef Cattle Digital Supply Chain Proof of Concept Project
The Australian Beef Cattle sector has the potential to reap significant benefit from the growth in the Asian middle class and its increasing demand for high quality protein.
For the sector to realise this opportunity it needs to position itself to sustainably (economic, environmental and social), produce a consistent supply of high quality beef, with proven provenance, into these growth markets. This will be reliant on significant improvement and disruption to the current supply chain under which the sector operates.
The aim of the Australian Beef Cattle Digital Supply Chain Proof of Concept project is to successfully design, develop and test a digital supply chain platform. The platform will be delivered to industry via Meat and Livestock Australia (MLA).
Two (2) Research Assistants are required to develop relevant predictive analytics in relation to this project. These positions will report to the ACEMS Chief Operating Officer within the QUT Node for supervision, workload management and for Performance Planning and Review (PPR).
Key responsibilities include:
- Develop appropriate analytic tools for the project.
- Contribute statistical expertise in focus groups.
- Contribute to the development of relevant software.
- Assist with research outputs, including writing reports and preparing presentations.
- Participate effectively in a multi-disciplinary team.
- Work collaboratively with project participants and key stakeholders.
- Other duties related to the project, as agreed with the project supervisor.
- Compliance with health and safety policies, procedures, hazard reporting and safe work practices.
Type of appointment
Two (2) positions will be offered on a fixed-term, full-time basis for 6 months.
Information for applicants
These positions have been identified as roles which could be undertaken either by a person with undergraduate qualifications with several years’ work experience; or by a person with post-graduate qualifications with limited work experience.
The University reserves the right to appoint at either HEW5 or HEW6 level.
Location
QUT Gardens Point campus.
Selection Criteria
- Education, training and/or qualifications equivalent to a degree in statistics or computer science or related field in conjunction with exceptional relevant experience; OR a post-graduate qualification with limited relevant experience.
- Demonstrated interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate and communicate with a diverse range of stakeholders both internal to QUT and externally.
- Demonstrated ability to connect and collaborate within a multi-disciplinary team as well as work autonomously.
- Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills.
- Demonstrated organisation skills including the ability to effectively manage multiple tasks within agreed deadlines.
Remuneration and Benefits
The classification for these positions is HEW5 or HEW6 depending on the successful candidate’s qualifications and experience:
Higher Education Worker Level 5 (HEW5) which has an annual remuneration range of $75,885 to $85,590pa. Which is inclusive of an annual salary range of $64,123 to $72,325 pa, 9.5% superannuation and 17.5% recreation leave loading; or
Higher Education Worker Level 6 (HEW6) which has an annual remuneration range of $88,027 to $95,315pa. Which is inclusive of an annual salary range of $74,385 to $80,543pa, 9.5% superannuation and 17.5% recreation leave loading.
Beyond personal and professional fulfilment, a career at QUT brings a broad range of tangible benefits. With competitive remuneration including superannuation, the University offers real and generous benefits.
QUT is a high quality and flexible organisation that is proud of its excellent employment conditions which include but are not limited to:
- Reduced working year scheme
- Parental leave provisions
- Study support encompassing leave and financial assistance
- Comprehensive professional development
- Salary Packaging
Further benefits can be found at the Working at QUT page.
Information for applicants
This position is open to applicants who have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of the fixed-term appointment. Aboriginal Australians and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.
For further information about the position, please contact Kerrie Mengersen, Distinguished Professor on 3138 2063 or Email k.mengersen@qut.edu.au .
How to Apply
To express your interest in this position we encourage you to email the contact above, with your CV together with a two page Statement of Claims on how your skills and capabilities meet the selection criteria.