Job: Research Fellow (Lvl B, 0.7FTE, 3-Year Fixed Term), apply by 8 Nov.

[Tama Leaver]

JOB: Research Fellow - School of Media, Creative Arts and Social Inquiry / ARC Centre of Excellence for the Digital Child
https://staff.curtin.edu.au/job-vacancies/?ja-job=667572

 Faculty of Humanities 

• Perth, Western Australia 
• Contract Part Time

• 3 years Fixed Term Part-Time at 0.7FTE
• $114,307 - $135,408 Pro Rata (ALB) + 17% Superannuation
• Based on Bentley Campus
• Applications close: Friday 8th of November 2024 at 2 pm
• Job Reference: 749447
  
  About The Role:
  Curtin University is looking for a dedicated Research Fellow to join our esteemed research team at the ARC Centre of Excellence for the Digital Child. This role is essential to our Connected Child program, which focuses on the impact of generative AI and datafication on children and parents. This position provides a unique opportunity to contribute to innovative research aimed at improving the lives of Australian families while addressing the critical challenges posed by emerging technologies.
  
  Key Responsibilities:
  
  

• Conduct research on how generative AI and datafication affect Australian children and families.
• Investigate the social and cultural implications of generative AI technologies.
• Analyse the role of generative AI in Australian society, particularly concerning parents, children, and families.
• Examine the operational dynamics of generative AI tools, making their cultural and social impacts visible.
• Provide practical recommendations for the effective use of generative AI and emerging AI technologies in educational and policy contexts.
• Explore the relationship between generative AI companies and the broader landscape of big tech, addressing issues such as privacy and bias.

Join us! 
(You will require current work rights in Australia that match the tenure of this role.)
Your application must include a resume and a cover letter explaining your suitability for this position. The total length should be between 2 and 3 pages to help us assess your suitability for this role.

Essential Criteria:

1. A doctoral qualification in relevant discipline.
2. Evidence of a record of research outputs/creative works in high quality refereed journals/outlets consistent with the discipline.
3. Evidence of quality and impact of research outputs/creative works including journal ranking, citation indices, patents awarded, reputation and standing of publishing house or other outlets, independent review from distinguished scholars or critics, or equivalent esteem measures as appropriate to the discipline.
4. Demonstrated high level communication and interpersonal skills with a commitment to the development of a collegial and supportive working environment and the ability to interact with students and staff with cross cultural sensitivity.
5. Demonstrated commitment to applying relevant and applicable policies, procedures and legislation in the day-to-day performance of the functions of this position
6. Editorial experience in managing a large edited collection or equivalent.

Desirable, though not essential:

• A strong research background in digital technology, child development, or related fields.
• An understanding of the implications of AI and datafication for families.
• Excellent analytical and communication skills.
• A passion for exploring the intersection of technology and society.

For more information about our university, please visit www.curtin.edu.au

Applications close: Friday 8th of November 2024 at 2 pm
  
Applicants should note that prior to appointment, any offer of employment is subject to completion of National Police Records checks, and background, integrity, and reference checks to Curtin’s satisfaction. At Curtin, we are committed to being a Child Safe organisation, and this position may also require you to have a current Working With Children Check.
  
If you have any questions about the application process, please contact our Curtin Careers team on 08 9266 9000 (option 3, 1) or curtin...@curtin.edu.au

Disclaimer 
Curtin reserves the right at its sole discretion to withdraw from the recruitment process, not to make an appointment, or to appoint by invitation, at any time. We reserve the right to remove the advert earlier than the date on the advert.