Research Assistant (03-month & Third-party Contract)

Overview:

WHY JOIN RMIT VIETNAM?

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: 3 months

• 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 Chief 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 and acting as the first point of contract for all enquiries related to the study.

Specific responsibilities will depend on the topic, nature and duration of the project, as provided by the Chief Investigator. As a Level 2 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

• Academic literature reviews and database searches
• Assist the Chief Investigator and Associate Investigators with data collection and the collation of results
• Analyse qualitative and quantitative data using Stata, R, NVivo or Python to support the research findings
• Conducting, recording, and transcribing interviews in English or Vietnamese, with translation if required
• Prepare presentations, reports and publications
• Draft reports related to research activity outcomes
• Coordinate project team activities, including secretariat support for project meetings

Key Selection Criteria

• Required 1–2 years of relevant experience.
• Experienced in research support activities such as literature review, data collection and analysis, and familiarity with relevant tools depending on project requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to assist with academic research; to collect data, coordinate as well as report resulting information.
• Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team, and in liaising with people at all levels.
• Demonstrated critical thinking skills to evaluate data and make informed conclusions
• Problem-solving skills that ensure detailed follow-up when required
• Proficiency with the use of the Microsoft Office suite of applications.
• Demonstrated high-level written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work autonomously whilst displaying a strong commitment to work in a team environment, including the ability to confidently and effectively work with colleagues and project team leaders.
• Well-developed planning and organizational skills with proven ability to prioritise multiple tasks set, meet deadlines, and give attention to detail.
• Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and effectively manage varying workloads and respond to changing priorities as required
• Ability to display appropriate behaviours in line with the position, RMIT Values and RMIT Leadership Model.

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 5.0 (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]

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Applications Close:

6 thg 8 2026 11.59 pm

RMIT University Vietnam (RMIT Vietnam) is a campus of RMIT University. RMIT Vietnam is creating an innovative research, teaching and learning culture. We are committed to providing internationally recognised high-quality education and professional training for our students, clients and members of the community.  As an internationally recognised Australian university based in Asia, RMIT Vietnam is assisting in the development of human resources capability in Vietnam and the region.

https://www.rmit.edu.vn/about-us