The University of Western Australia
RESEARCH ASSOCIATE (REF: 2615)
GRADUATE SCHOOL OF EDUCATION
· 3 year appointment commencing immediately
· Salary range: Level A $51,128 - $69,383 p.a. - minimum starting salary for appointee with PhD will be $64,637 p.a.
· Closing date: Friday, 6 February 2009
Pearson plc and the Graduate School of Education, at The University of Western Australia, have developed a partnership to establish the Pearson Psychometric Laboratory. This Laboratory will undertake research and development work to enhance psychometric expertise for application to the broad area of educational measurement and assessment around the world. The Laboratory complements and cooperates with the Oxford University Centre for Educational Assessment, also established with the support from Pearson plc.
This position is available with financial support from Pearson plc and other grants. Applicants must have a doctoral qualification in the area of psychometrics (Modern Test Theory). For further information regarding the position please contact Professor David Andrich on (08) 6488 1085 or email david.andrich@uwa.edu.au.
Benefits include 17% superannuation, generous leave provisions and an enviable work environment. These and other benefits will be specified in the offer of employment.
* PLEASE NOTE: The University will be closed from Thursday 25 December 2008 until Monday 5 January 2009.
Application Details: The position description follows. Written applications quoting the reference number, personal contact details, qualifications and experience, along with contact details of three referees should be sent to Director, Human Resources, The University of Western Australia, M350, 35 Stirling Highway, Crawley WA 6009 or emailed to jobs@uwa.edu.au by the closing date.
