About the Department of Education: School and Region Reviews (SRR) support continuous improvement in Queensland early childhood services, state schools and education centres. It provides leadership and oversight for the program of school and region reviews. Your Role: As a Research Officer, you will use your research and analytical skills to develop meaningful insights that will inform school, region and system improvement and decision-making. Responsibilities include: Identifying and collecting data and evidence through interviews, observations, document analysis and desktop research. Conducting the analysis of data (qualitative and quantitative) in alignment with strategic priorities and needs. Developing reports and papers, tailored to different audiences, in collaboration with a range of stakeholders. Contributing to the planning, implementation and review of research activities. Provide support to inform policy development, system performance, and major initiatives related to the SRR's activities. About You: Demonstrated critical thinking and analytical skills, including the ability to look at data from different perspectives to draw insights for multiple audiences. Demonstrated self-accountability, through prioritising, planning, and implementing projects and tasks within timelines. Openness to change, learning and feedback, and the flexibility to adjust ways of working to achieve better results. Ability to communicate research and/or findings in a clear, succinct way to people with diverse backgrounds, experiences and expertise. Ability to work effectively as part of a team. Interested? To Apply: Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history) Attach a 2-page response to the How you will/may be assessed section of the attached role description. We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive. Applications remain current for 12 months from the closing date and may be considered for appointment to identical or similar vacancies within the Department. Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted. When working in regulated employment an employee must have a current Working with Children Clearance (blue card) issued by Blue Card Services. Salary rate shown is reflective of full-time (1.0 FTE). The Department of Education is a family inclusive workplace. Click here to find out more about our Inclusion and Diversity strategies.