Every institution values excellence. What matters most is why.

Griffith was created to be a different type of university. As a Research Assistant - Experimental Psychology, you’ll find we’re about leading health research, academic excellence, and the transformative power of education. But what sets us apart is why those things matter and how you’ll achieve them.

Why? Griffith brings together exceptional minds like yours from across the globe and from all walks of life. Here, we do incredible work, questioning and challenging, always in the pursuit of excellence.

As a Research Assistant, Experimental Psychology you will;

• Support laboratory and field based experimental psychology research using physiological equipment
• Assist with data collection, management and preliminary analysis to support publications and reports
• Conduct literature searches, routine scientific testing and simple participant interviews
• Coordinate meetings and engagement with research participants and collaborators
• Uphold research ethics, safety standards and the University’s Code of Conduct through professional, ethical practice

About you
To be successful in the role you will have

• Bachelor’s degree in Psychology or a related discipline, or equivalent experience
• Experience conducting laboratory or field based research and working with participants
• Skills in data collection, data entry and basic analysis using research software
• Ability to conduct literature searches, interviews and routine scientific testing
• Strong understanding of research ethics, safety procedures and professional conduct

What we can offer
We have two positions available.

• A fixed term (12 months) full time position primarily based at the Griffith University Brisbane South (Nathan) campus.
• A fixed term (12 months) part time (60%) position primarily based at the Griffith University Gold Coast campus.

As Griffith is a multi-site University you may be required to work across other locations.

Griffith University’s sites are located on the lands of the Yugarabul, Yuggera, Jagera, Turrbal, Yugambeh and Kombumerri peoples.

Salary Range
The full time equivalent base salary will be Research Assistant Grade 1 range $75,627 - $79,984 per annum + 17% superannuation. The total FTE package will be in the range $88,484 - $93,582 per annum.

Why join Griffith?
As a values-led organisation, at Griffith University, we've worked hard to create a dynamic and strong organisational culture. We offer:

• Salary packaging options and corporate health discounts
• Generous leave entitlements including paid parental leave and leave loading
• Opportunities for internal mobility
• Health Safety and Wellbeing initiatives – on campus Gym facilities

Griffith's strategic goals are to also increase the proportion of women in senior academic and administrative roles and in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics and Medicine (STEMM).

How to apply
At Griffith, we’re committed to providing a safe and inclusive environment for all - whoever you are and wherever you’re from. If you require any accommodations, we welcome you to let us know so we can work with you to participate fully in our recruitment experience.

Griffith University values diversity, inclusion and flexibility and we encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, and people of all backgrounds to apply. For more information please visit our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion page. Our University is committed to fostering a safe, respectful and inclusive community for all. In alignment with the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-based Violence (2025), Griffith University includes a declaration as part of the recruitment journey to uphold the values and standards of our community. Griffith University also maintains a strict zero-tolerance policy against all forms of modern slavery. For more information, please refer to Griffith’s Modern Slavery Policy.

Please submit your application online and ensure it includes the following:

• A covering letter outlining your suitability for the role (please refer to the qualifications above and the position description)
• Please specify in your cover letter if you wish to be considered for the
  • Full time position based at Brisbane South (Nathan) campus.  OR
  • Part time (60%) position based at Gold Coast campus.
• Current curriculum vitae/resume including full contact details

Applicants must have unrestricted working rights. Sponsorship is not available for this position.

For further information specifically about this role, please contact Professor Allison Waters, Head of School - School of Applied Psychology at [email protected].

For application and recruitment advice, please contact Maria Mahon, Talent Acquisition Partner at [email protected]           

Closing date: Tuesday 28th April at 11:59pm AEST. All applications must be submitted online.

Please allow at least 1 – 2 weeks from the closing date to expect an application update.