APS 6 - Research Officer

Australian Department of Defence; Sale; Sur place; AUD 100 000 - 112 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

The Australian Department of Defence – Sale, VIC, is seeking an APS 6 Research Officer within the Aviation Candidate Management Centre at RAAF Base East Sale. You will undertake applied research in military aviation recruitment, selection and training, managing databases, ensuring data quality, and performing psychometric analysis to inform policy.

You will contribute to workforce design and HR systems supporting Officer and Enlisted Aviation capability, requiring experience in psychological

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Psychology or Behavioural Science (Honours preferred).
• Experience in applied research and psychometric analysis.
• Knowledge of cognitive psychology, psychometrics and research design.
• Ability to manage and analyse complex datasets and translate findings into insights.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent written/verbal communication.

Responsabilités

• Manage candidate databases and test systems with data quality assurance.
• Conduct psychometric analysis and validate assessment measures.
• Produce evidence-based reports and briefs to inform standards and policy.
• Contribute to training, workforce design and HR systems supporting aviation capabilities.

Connaissances

Applied research

Psychometrics

Data analysis

Communication skills

Formation

Psychology or Behavioural Science degree

Outils

Statistical analysis

Test management systems

Description du poste

Australian Department of Defence – Sale VIC

3d ago , from Australian Department of Defence

• $99,733 - $112,431 + up to 15.4% Superannuation

The Role
The APS 6 Research Officer works within the Aviation Candidate Management Centre (ACMC), RAAF Base East Sale (Victoria). This role undertakes applied research in military aviation recruitment, selection and training. Responsibilities include management of candidate databases and test systems, data quality assurance, psychometric analysis and validation of assessment measures, and production of evidence-based reports and briefs that inform selection standards and policy.

This role also contributes to training, workforce design and human-resource management systems that support the Officer and Enlisted Aviation capability. This role requires experience in psychological research, data management and statistical analysis, and possesses strong team and communication skills, and autonomy and motivation to achieve tasks within required timeframes.

About our Team
The Aviation Candidate Management Centre (ACMC) located at RAAF Base East Sale is responsible for the management of ADF Officer and Enlisted Aviation Candidates through recruitment, selection and training. The ACMC works under the Directorate of Workforce Aviation - Air Force and in partnership with Defence Force Recruiting, the Air Academy, Personnel Branch, Psychology, Navy and Army. The ACMC has three distinct programs:

• Aviation Motivation Program (attraction).
• Aviation Screening Program (selection).
• Aviation Progression Program (standards and validation)

• $99,733 - $112,431 + up to 15.4% Superannuation
• East Sale - VIC

The Role
The APS 6 Research Officer works within the Aviation Candidate Management Centre (ACMC), RAAF Base East Sale (Victoria). This role undertakes applied research in military aviation recruitment, selection and training. Responsibilities include management of candidate databases and test systems, data quality assurance, psychometric analysis and validation of assessment measures, and production of evidence-based reports and briefs that inform selection standards and policy.

This role also contributes to training, workforce design and human-resource management systems that support the Officer and Enlisted Aviation capability. This role requires experience in psychological research, data management and statistical analysis, and possesses strong team and communication skills, and autonomy and motivation to achieve tasks within required timeframes.

About our Team
The Aviation Candidate Management Centre (ACMC) located at RAAF Base East Sale is responsible for the management of ADF Officer and Enlisted Aviation Candidates through recruitment, selection and training. The ACMC works under the Directorate of Workforce Aviation - Air Force and in partnership with Defence Force Recruiting, the Air Academy, Personnel Branch, Psychology, Navy and Army. The ACMC has three distinct programs:

• Aviation Motivation Program (attraction).
• Aviation Screening Program (selection).
• Aviation Progression Program (standards and validation)

This role is a part of a 4-person team within the Aviation Progression Program (APP). The APP is responsible for the data management, assessment methods, and research that informs the selection system and standards.

Our Ideal Candidate
Our ideal candidate will hold a tertiary qualification in Psychology or Behavioural Science (Honours preferred), and have experience in applied research. As a member of the Aviation Candidate Management Centre, you will contribute expertise in psychological assessment, research, data analysis and reporting.

This role is integral to supporting evidence-based decision-making for Officer and Enlisted Aviation recruitment and selection. The successful candidate will possess knowledge of cognitive psychology, psychometrics, and research design, along with the ability to manage and analyse complex datasets and translate findings into practical insights.

A strong attention to detail, willingness to learn, and the ability to plan, prioritise, and manage competing tasks are essential. You will also bring well developed written and verbal communication skills, enabling you to build productive working relationships and deliver high-quality outputs in a timely manner.

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