Research Assistant (06-month & Third-party Contract)

At RMIT Vietnam, international exposure meets real-world impact through strong industry and government collaboration. Working at RMIT means building a meaningful career while creating impact in a high-performing environment.

Further insight into our mission, impact and global connections is available in the RMIT Vietnam Profile.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Competitive remuneration VND package for Vietnamese candidates.

• Contract duration: 6 months

• Annual leave: 1 day per working month

• Free use of onsite sports and fitness facilities

• Library on campus and online - access to the RMIT Australia online library

• Access to state-of-the-art facilities and resources

• A vibrant and diverse campus life and more!

POSITION SUMMARY

The Research Assistant will provide research support to a specific project. Working under the general direction of the Primary Investigator, the Research Assistant will be responsible for providing support in doing literature reviews and data analysis, coordinating the day-to-day research activities of the study. 
Specific responsibilities will depend on the topic, nature and duration of the project, as provided by the Primary Investigator. 
As a Level 4 Research Assistant, you will be expected to contribute specialist support with technical or specialist expertise.

Key Accountabilities Summary

Specific responsibilities will depend on the topic, nature and duration of the project, provided by the Project Leader.

Duties may include, but not limited to

Research

• Conduct academic literature review under the supervision of the CI.
• Coordinate relevant stakeholder meetings for data collection or project-related events as required.
• Conduct, record, and transcribe interviews in English or Vietnamese, including translation when necessary.
• Assist with the survey design, pilot tests, and interview protocols.
• Ensure that data collection, storage, and preliminary analysis follow required research protocols and ethical standards.

Data Analysis

• Carry out qualitative and quantitative data analysis using appropriate tools and methods.

Project Coordination and Stakeholder Engagement

• Liaise communication between the research team and research participants including recruitment posting, interview/survey invitations, token of gratitude sent, member checking sent.
• Support day-to-day research activities and ongoing project coordination with CI and relevant stakeholders.
• Develop internal and external contacts to further knowledge exchange and form collaborative networks.
• Prepare industry reports related to research outcomes, including presentations, media articles.

Compliance and Professional Standards

• Ensure compliance with relevant legislation and University policies, including research ethics, equity, health and safety, and data security requirements.
• Demonstrate good practices aligned with RMIT values and professional standards at all times.

Key Selection Criteria

• A postgraduate degree (Master’s) in Business Administration, Management, HR, Marketing, or a related Social Science field.
• Demonstrated research experience, including primary and/or secondary data collection, supporting research manuscript development, and contributing to research design in Arts, Science, Social Science, or Business.
• Ability to analyze, interpret, evaluate, coordinate, and report research findings.
• Knowledge of literature review databases and experience using them for systematic searches.
• Experience in preparing research manuscripts, industry reports, and developing graphical or visual presentations of data.
• Technical skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office, and the ability to use NVivo, and/or R.
• Strong planning and organizational skills, with a proven ability to prioritise tasks, manage multiple deadlines, and maintain attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills, with the ability to follow through on complex tasks and adapt to changing priorities.
• Ability to work autonomously while contributing effectively to a team, including collaboration with colleagues, CI, relevant stakeholders, and industry partners.
• High-level written and verbal communication skills, including proficiency in both English and Vietnamese.
• Demonstrated commitment to professional and ethical behaviour aligned with RMIT values.

HOW TO APPLY

To be considered for this role, it is mandatory to submit both a resume and a cover letter. Please click on the 'Apply' link provided in this Job Ads to initiate the application process.

Please note that we will be running a rolling recruitment process, so please apply as soon as possible.

Compliance Requirements

All academic appointments at RMIT Vietnam must meet University and local regulatory requirements, including English proficiency, background checks, and (for international candidates) eligibility for a work permit.

English is the language of teaching and communication at RMIT Vietnam. For this role, the minimum requirement is IELTS (General) with a score of at least 6.0 (or equivalent, as outlined in the Recruitment, Selection and Onboarding Guidelines).

Further guidance will be provided during the recruitment process.

RMIT UNIVERSITY COMMITMENT

RMIT is committed to the rights of students and staff to be safe, respected, valued, and treated as an equal in their place of study and work. All staff are expected to share this commitment and contribute to a safer community. While carrying out their role, staff are in a position of trust with students. Staff have a duty of care to report wellbeing concerns about students through the designated channels and uphold the code of conduct. RMIT Vietnam expects all staff members to comply with its Code of Conduct, policies and procedures, which relate to legal and regulatory requirements and our ways of working.

IMPORTANT NOTICE:

• Please ensure that your application is submitted through our Workday system on the RMIT Careers page. We do not accept applications through other means.

• RMIT Vietnam will never request any fees or payments during the application process. Be vigilant about scams asking for payment to apply.

• For any questions or support, feel free to reach out to our Talent Acquisition team at [email protected]

#RMITVietnam