Role type: Continuing (Research Contingent) Faculty: Faculty of Business and Economics Department / School: Melbourne Institute of Applied Economic and Social Research Salary: Level A $87,266 - $118,416 p.a. plus 17% super Gain expertise in data management, contribute to influential research outputs, and develop advanced technical skills. Apply now for this exciting opportunity to support the HILDA Survey and its groundbreaking research. Investing in you - benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities. In line with the 2024 Enterprise Agreement clause 1.15.5 & 1.15.6.2, the University is committed to growing the number of Continuing jobs, and to increase the proportion of Continuing employment FTE in comparison to Fixed-Term or Casual employment. As part of this shared objective, all continuing vacancies will be advertised internally for a minimum of five working days to allow for current staff at the University to apply and be considered - ahead of external recruitment. 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 Join the Melbourne Institute as a Research Support Officer, contributing to the renowned Household, Income and Labour Dynamics in Australia (HILDA) Survey. In this role, you'll play a vital part in ensuring the integrity and accessibility of this influential longitudinal study. You'll gain invaluable experience in data management, documentation, and user support, while developing technical skills that will enhance your career in research and data analysis. Your responsibilities will include: Data Management: Undertake data checking, editing, and acceptance testing of survey scripts and online questionnaires. Documentation: Prepare and maintain comprehensive data documentation, including the HILDA Codebook Database and user manuals. User Support: Provide technical advice and training to HILDA Survey users, ensuring effective utilization of the data. Project Contribution: Attend meetings, contribute to ongoing improvements, and perform administrative tasks as required. You may be a great fit if: You are a detail-oriented professional with strong analytical skills, a passion for data integrity, and the ability to communicate technical information effectively to diverse stakeholders. You may also: Possess a relevant tertiary qualification in a field such as statistics, data science, or social sciences. Have experience in data management, documentation, and user support. Demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills. Exhibit strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail. Be proficient in using statistical software and data analysis tools. Ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively within a team. For further information please refer to the attached PD. What we offer you! We offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits to support your success and sense of fulfillment, including: Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balance Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance Health and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program For more information check out our benefits page! Your new team – Melbourne Institute of Applied Economic and Social Research The Melbourne Institute is a research-only department within the Faculty of Business and Economics at the University of Melbourne. It is Australia’s leading and longest standing research institute in the field of economics, undertaking cutting-edge research into key issues relevant to modern economic and social policy. All research programs undertake both academic and engaged research projects that result in a range of publications that include top peer-reviewed academic journals and highly regard research briefings and reports. The Faculty of Business and Economics has been preparing students for exciting and challenging careers since 1924. It offers extensive undergraduate, graduate, and research higher degree study options through the Bachelor of Commerce, Melbourne Business School suite of postgraduate programs. The Faculty hosts world class academics and professional staff, the brightest students, alumni, and other stakeholders. 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 Kim Groizard on 61 3 9035 3218 or at [email protected] (subject: 'Recruitment Adjustments'). Contact details for other enquiries are located at the bottom of this page. Find 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, Murmuk 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 [email protected] for further information and support. Please note : This role requires current valid work rights for Australia. Visa sponsorship is not available. A Working with Children Check (WWCC) is required for all positions. If successful, we'll guide you through the WWCC application process during onboarding and reimburse the cost. Join Us and unlock your career potential! If this role is right for you, please apply with the following documents: Resume Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience Response to the key selection criteria listed in the Position Description Learn more about the application process , including tips and FAQs. For recruitment queries, email Petra Newton [email protected] . 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: 12 November 2025 11:55 PM Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) / Melbourne time zone. Position Description: 0022279_HILDA_Research_Support_Officer.docx