Role type: Part-time ; Fixed-term 24-months, tied to candidature (full-time Graduate Researcher: min. FTE: 0.2 max. FTE 0.3; part-time Graduate Researcher: min. FTE: 0.1 max. FTE 0.15) Fa c ulty: Faculty of Business and Economics – Department of Accounting Salary: Level A.2 $ 90,434 p.a. plus 17% super Gain valuable academic experience through teaching and research support in the Department of Accounting Undertake career advancing professional development, including minimum 30 hours paid professional development over the course of the role Investing in you - benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities. The University of Melbourne We take pride in our people, who all contribute to our mission to benefit society through the transformative impact of education and research. Discover more via our website . Your next career opportunity The Department of Accounting invites applications for multiple new Graduate Researcher Academic Associate (GRAA) positions from current graduate researchers enrolled in a Doctor of Philosophy in A ccounting . This is an exciting opportunity to build skills in teaching, communication and research within a world-class academic environment. As a GRAA, you will make meaningful contributions to the student learning experience and support the Department’s research activity while developing your own professional and academic capabilities. The role involves working closely with academic staff to deliver engaging, high-quality teaching in undergraduate accounting subjects and providing valuable research assistance to ongoing projects. You will be a passionate educator and emerging researcher who is enthusiastic about contributing to the success and reputation of the Department. Key responsibilities could include: Education Preparing for and delivering tutorials or other small-group teaching activities in undergraduate Accounting subjects Assisting in the development of teaching and assessment materials Providing academic support to students, maintaining resources on Canvas, and responding to student queries Participating in tutor training, teaching briefings, and departmental meetings Supporting subject-related administration and contributing to a positive learning environment Research Assisting with literature reviews, data collection and preliminary analysis Supporting the preparation of research instruments, such as surveys or coding data for empirical work Liaising with research participants and assisting with research ethics applications Supporting the preparation of publications, grant applications and research outputs Undertaking other research-related duties as directed In addition, you will be supported to complete a University -approved teaching development program, such as the Certificate in Small-Group Teaching (CSGT) or Melbourne Teaching Certificate (MTC), as well as participating in at least 30 hours of paid professional development during the term of the appointment. Who we are looking for : We are seeking motivated and capable applicants currently enrolled as a PhD candidate in the Department of Accounting who are: Making satisfactory progress in their candidature and have passed confirmation (or are otherwise approved by their Head of Department) Have at least 12 months remaining in candidature You will also have: A passion for teaching and supporting student learning Strong interpersonal and communication skills Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines The ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team A commitment to professional growth and continuous learning For further information regarding responsibilities and requirements, please refer to the attached PD. Please note this role requires that the successful candidate must undergo and maintain an up-to-date Working with Children Check. This is essential to guarantee a secure environment for all individuals at the University. In the case the selected candidate doesn't have a valid Working with Children Check, they will be able to apply for the WWCC as part of the initial onboarding procedures. Be Yourself The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child-safe organisation. We believe the diversity of our community enriches us all, and we are committed to creating an inclusive and fair workplace where everyone is valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. Discover more about Diversity and Inclusion at UniMelb . We're committed to a barrier-free recruitment process and ongoing workplace support, providing reasonable adjustments throughout . We warmly encourage applications from people with disabilities. For assistance , please contact Bec Tucker on 0478 269 660 or at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au (subject: 'Recruitment Adjustments'). Contact details for other enquiries are located at the bottom of this page. F ind more information for applicants requiring reasonable adjustments . Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians . Our Indigenous strategy, Murm u k Djerring outlines our investment and support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff and students. Indigenous applicants are encouraged to connect with our Indigenous Employment & Development team at oied-hr@unimelb.edu.au for further information and support. Join Us and unlock your career potential! I f this role is right for you, please apply with the following documents: Resume Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience Learn more about the application process , including tips and FAQs . For recruitment queries, email Petra Newton at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au . Include the Position Number and Job Title in the subject line. Please do not send applications to this email address. For job-specific queries, refer to the contact details in the Position Description. Applications close: Wednesday 26th November at 11:55 PM Melbourne time zone. Position Description: GRAA - Accounting P D.docx
