Job Reference: 994943

About the role
This research project investigates how digital communication innovations developed during COVID-19 can be used to improve long-term digital inclusion for Australians with disability. Despite making up 20% of the population, people with disability were initially left out of official pandemic communications. In response, disability advocates developed inclusive digital strategies—especially through social media—that proved highly effective.
The project now aims to capture, analyse, and apply these innovations to shape future communication policy and practice. It is a collaboration with the Inclusive Design Collective and brings together experts from academia, government, and the disability sector.

Responsibilities include conducting nationally and internationally competitive and high-quality research in the relevant discipline/field, developing a coherent research program, participating as a co or chief investigator in applications for competitive funding, contributing to academic service and leadership, and fostering relationships with professional bodies, industry, government departments, and the wider community.

Selection Criteria
Essential

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.

Desirable Criteria

1. A strong research background in critical disability studies, inclusive design, or related fields.
2. Demonstrated ability to supervise HDR students
3. A history of successful competitive grant applications.
4. Editorial experience in managing a large edited collection or equivalent.

As this is a fixed-term contract, you will require current work rights in Australia that match the tenure of this role.

About Curtin University
We are an energetic, dedicated team of academics and professionals working together to provide global solutions through quality graduates and innovative research. Curtin is a welcoming space where integrity, respect for one another, courage, excellence, and impact are essential to everyday life. Our aim is to create a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live. For more information, please visit our Diversity and Inclusion page - https://staff.curtin.edu.au/discover-curtin/diversity-equity-and-inclusion-at-curtin/

What We Offer You:
Situated on Whadjuk Nyungar Country, our vibrant Bentley campus includes an art gallery, gym, childcare and medical centre, bus station, accessible parking and endless food options including a supermarket. Aside from the vibrant campus life, we offer more than just a job. Curtin offers a wide range of generous benefits, including additional leave, salary packaging, health and wellbeing services and an array of discounts for retail, travel and much more. For more information, check out our benefits page!
For more reasons to work at Curtin, please visit https://staff.curtin.edu.au/discover-curtin/

Join Us!
If this sounds like your next role, please click APPLY NOW ensuring to attach the following documents:

• Updated Resume
• Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience
• A document addressing the section criteria (2 pages max)

If you have any queries in relation to this opportunity or the application process, please contact our careers team on [email protected] or 08 9266 9000 (option 3,1), quoting the reference number. Please note applications will not be accepted via this email address.

Applications close: Wednesday 28th of May 2025.

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