Jobs in Criminology

Careers and Recruitment links

University of Melbourne Careers homepage
http://www.services.unimelb.edu.au/careers/

Victorian Government Public Sector Employment website
http://www.careers.vic.gov.au

Victorian Department of Education and Training HR website
http://www.eduweb.vic.gov.au/hrweb/default.asp

Australian Government recruitment website
http://jobsearch.gov.au/government/

Infoxchange Victorian Employment listings - "Technology for Social Justice":
http://www.employment.infoxchange.net.au/employment/
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Below are some job ads for criminology students and graduates

Senior Lecturer/Lecturer In Criminology
St Augustine, Trinidad and Tobago
The Faculty of Social Sciences
University of the West Indies
Closing date: 15 July 2008

The University of Western Sydney is seeking to recruit two positions in policing.
Lecturer (Criminology and Policing Studies)
Level: Academic Level B
Remuneration Package: $85,336 to $100,698 p.a.
http://pubapps.uws.edu.au/vacancies/?pro=position_details&pos_ID=5007

Senior Lecturer (Criminology and Policing Studies)
Level: Academic Level C
Remuneration Package: $103,747 to $119,007 p.a.
http://pubapps.uws.edu.au/vacancies/?pro=position_details&pos_ID=5008

The Australian Parliamentary Fellowship has been offered since 1971 to contribute to scholarship on the parliament, raise awareness of the role of the Parliamentary Library and assist an early career scholar to gain experience in the parliamentary environment.
The Fellowship provides funding at Parliamentary Service Level 6 for a period of 12 months and is available to Australian citizens who have been awarded a PhD within the last three years.
The Fellow’s main task is to produce a research report which can be published as a monograph by the Parliamentary Library and assist in providing research services to individual Senators and Members.
The closing date for the Fellowship is 10 October 2008.  Further information is available from Dr Jane Romeyn at the Parliamentary Library:
Jane.Romeyn@aph.gov.au

Senior Research Officer for the Corporate Strategy and Performance (CSP Department, Victoria Police.
The positions are at the VPSG4 Level, salary range: $60,307-$68,424.
Click here for more information on the positions. Further details can be dowloaded from www.careers.vic.gov..
Applications Close: midnight 1st June 2008.

Project Officer    PROJOFFC 443 (Fixed term – 12 months)  
VPSG 4    $60,307 - $68,424 + 9% superannuation
This role will be responsible for improving the capacity of Victoria Police to respond to illicit drug problems by developing a series of practice guides to assist Police Service Area Managers.  This will involve reviewing the international and national literature around a set of identified crime types, consulting key experts inside and outside of the organisation, developing relevant and useful practice guides and assisting in the communication and marketing strategy to promote these tools.  The role requires demonstrated research experience, excellent verbal and written communication skills and well developed project coordination skills.  http://jobs.careers.vic.gov.au/jobtools/jncustomsearch.viewFullSingle?in_organid=14123&in_jnCounter=221333892&in_version=&in_jobDate=All&in_jobType=&in_residency=&in_graphic=&in_param=&in_searchbox=YES&in_recruiter=&in_jobreference=&in_orderby=&in_sessionid=&in_navigation1=&in_summary=S
To apply on-line and access the Position Descriptions and Key Selection Criteria please visit www.careers.vic.gov.au and refer to the positions advertised.  The closing date for applications is Friday 23rd May, 2008. 

Business Analyst PROJMANG 983 (Fixed term – 24 months)
VPSG 5    $69,854 0 $84,190 +9% superannuation
This role will be responsible for improving the capacity of Victoria Police to respond to illicit drug problems by developing data management and extraction solutions within the existing Victoria Police IT environment.  This will involve assessing existing data collection methodology and IT systems for Victoria Police programs and making recommendations for improvement, developing new data collection systems and web based communication tools.  The role requires proven experience in the design and development of information systems, strong conceptual and analytical skills and the demonstrated project coordination skills. http://jobs.careers.vic.gov.au/jobtools/jncustomsearch.viewFullSingle?in_organid=14123&in_jnCounter=221333868&in_version=&in_jobDate=All&in_jobType=&in_residency=&in_graphic=&in_param=&in_searchbox=YES&in_recruiter=&in_jobreference=&in_orderby=&in_sessionid=&in_navigation1=&in_summary=S
HOW TO APPLY
To apply on-line and access the Position Descriptions and Key Selection Criteria please visit www.careers.vic.gov.au and refer to the positions advertised.  The closing date for applications is Friday 23rd May, 2008. 

Director, Crime and Justice Research Centre, School of Social and Cultural Studies, Kelburn Campus. Responsible To:  HoS SACS
Reference number: A079-08Z
Closing Date:  2 May 2008 late applications will be considered 
The Crime and Justice Research Centre (CJRC) at Victoria University is unique in New Zealand in its capacity to provide research and consultancy services on crime and criminal justice responses. The Centre concentrates on policy-focused research, often evaluative in nature and done under contract to government and public sector agencies.  CJRC is based with the Institute of Criminology in the School of Social and Cultural Studies. The Director will have a demonstrated record of relevant research & publication particularly experience in managing and undertaking applied and policy related research projects, qualitative and quantitative skills and experience in both evaluation and multivariate research, excellent staff management skills and a graduate qualification in a relevant discipline; This is a permanent appointment but other employment arrangements such as a fixed term contract or secondment would not be precluded.
Purpose Statement: The Director of CJRC will provide a strategic focus. and actively seek and undertake external research grants and contracts in crime and justice. They will create and maintain an environment that promotes open communication, collegial support and innovation leading the academic life of the Centre. 
Dr Michael Rowe Assoc Professor and Director michael.rowe@vuw.ac.nz
Institute of Criminology/Te Pou Haratutanga, Victoria University of Wellington/Te Whare Wananga o te Upoko o te Ika a Maui, PO Box 600, Wellington, New Zealand/Aotearoa, T: +64-04-463-9452, F: +64-04-463-5147

Senior Legal Policy Officer: Sentencing Advisory Council
Keys to success in this position are the abilities to undertake high quality research and to draft clear and accurate briefings, information papers, consultation papers and reports on sentencing matters for a variety of readers.
A sophisticated communicator, you will also consult with a range of stakeholders including government and non-government agencies, the judiciary, the legal profession and members of the community.
Experience in a similar environment will stand you in good stead as will qualifications or equivalent experience in law. Other research and/or policy development experience is also desirable.
If you would like to support the Sentencing Advisory Council in providing advice and information on complex sentencing issues, apply online with your resume and covering letter outlining your experience and interest in the
position. You may view the position description on www.careers.vic.gov.au under reference number DJ5502.
Further information about the Sentencing Advisory Council can be found by visiting their website -www.sentencingcouncil.vic.gov.au.
Closing date for applications is Thursday, 24 April 2008.

Associate/Assistant Professor in Criminology, Department of Sociology, University of Hong Kong
(Ref.: RF-2007/2008-551)  
Applications are invited for appointment as Associate Professor/Assistant Professor in Criminology in the Department of Sociology, from September 1, 2008 or as soon as possible thereafter, on a three-year fixed-term basis, with the possibility of renewal.
Applicants should possess a Ph.D. degree in Sociology of Crime and Deviance, Criminology or a closely related field, with a proven record in teaching, research and publication. Applications are particularly welcome from those with interests in one or more of the following areas: cultural criminology, globalization and comparative criminologies, social exclusion and (dis)order, criminal justice and social control. The appointee is expected to contribute to the full-time and part-time undergraduate and postgraduate degree programmes in the Department and to teach a range of core courses in Criminology, including theory and/or methods. Applicants who have responded to the last advertisement (Ref.: RF-2006/2007-450-711) need not re-apply.
Annual salaries will be in the following ranges (subject to review from time to time at the entire discretion of the University):
Associate Professor: HK$622,740 – 963,060
Assistant Professor: HK$474,600 – 733,440 (approximately US$1 = HK$7.8)
The appointment will attract a contract-end gratuity and University contribution to a retirement benefits scheme, totalling up to 15% of basic salary, as well as leave, and medical/dental benefits. Housing benefits will be provided as applicable. At current rates, salaries tax does not exceed 16% of gross income.
Further particulars and application forms (272/302 amended) can be obtained at https://www.hku.hk/apptunit/; or from the Appointments Unit (Senior), Human Resource Section, Registry, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong (fax: (852) 2540 6735 or 2559 2058; e-mail: senrappt@hkucc.hku.h). Review of applications will start from April 1, 2008 and will continue until the post is filled.

POSTGRADUATE RESEARCH AWARD, University of Western Sydney, Centre For Cultural Research
The City After Dark: The Governance and Lived Experience of Urban Night-Time Culture:
$31,140+ pa.
This doctoral project is a component of an Australian Research Council Discovery-funded study of the experience, lived forms and governance of the urban night-time economy in Sydney. Its aims are to promote understanding of the long-term cultural and social sustainability of after-dark leisure practices, and of the safety and protection of a diverse range of participants and local communities. The research involves an innovative study of evidence about patterns of violence, crime and disorder in night-time settings, and will analyse official, public and private police responses to these urban phenomena within a critical social science and humanities framework. The candidate will develop their qualitative and quantitative research skills in an experienced interdisciplinary team based in the internationally renowned Centre for Cultural Research CCR).
Resources: CCR is able to provide excellent resources to support the project: Regular workshops and seminars; • Dedicated postgraduate workstations;  Financial support for conferences, fieldwork etc • Training and preparation for publication of research results • Master classes taught by leading international cultural researchers
Academic criteria:  Applicants should hold a Bachelor Honours degree (Class 1 or 2.1) in Sociology, Criminology, Cultural Studies or an allied field, or equivalent qualifications and/or experience.
Scholarship: Competitive tax-free, index-linked stipend of $31,140 per annum for up to 3 years • Funded Research Training Scheme place
Information about CCR staff and activities is available at:http://www.uws.edu.au/ccr
Application form: www.uws.edu.au/researchscholarships
Academic Contact:Profs David Rowe or Stephen Tomsen: 02-9685 9634, ccr@uws.edu.au

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR & PROFESSOR, Centre for Transnational Crime Prevention Faculty of Law University of Wollongong, Australia
Applications close 30 April 2008
The Centre for Transnational Crime Prevention was established in 2000 as an interdisciplinary centre for postgraduate training, research and professional consultancy services. Since its inception, the focus of CTCP has been to enhance understanding of the dynamics involved in organised transnational criminal activities in order to help generate and refine the critical tools needed by institutions to effectively investigate and prevent such crimes.
The Centre offers unique postgraduate degree programs in transnational crime prevention, and prosecutions, as well as providing customised training to government departments and law enforcement agencies in Asia and the Pacific. In addition, CTCP staff and a rapidly growing number of higher degree research students conduct research on a diverse range of topics, including the regulation and prevention of money-laundering and other financial crimes, terrorism and drug-trafficking.
In 2009, the Centre will move to the UOW’s Innovation Campus in Wollongong where it will occupy purpose-built facilities supported by a
$12 million grant from the Australian Government. In this context the appointment of a Professor and Executive Director represents a major step in pursuit of the Centre’s goal of global recognition as the Asia-Pacific regional focal point for information exchange, training and research on the investigation, prosecution and prevention of transnational crime.
Suitably qualified individuals are encouraged to apply to take on this important leadership role at an exciting time in the evolution of the Centre for Transnational Crime Prevention.
The successful applicant will possess the qualifications and skills required to manage and lead a dynamic trans-disciplinary academic unit, and will have an excellent track record of research, publication and professional engagement in the field of transnational crime prevention.
Expertise in international money-laundering and other forms of cross-border financial crime, as well as the demonstrated ability to draw on and develop academic and professional networks in the Asia-Pacific, will be highly valued.
The Selection Criteria and Position Classification Standard are available on UOW website: http://employment.uow.edu.au/
To learn more about the Centre for Transnational Crime Prevention, the Faculty of Law or the University of Wollongong, or to seek further information about this opportunity, please contact Dean of Law, Professor Luke McNamara: phone: +61 2 42213382 email: lukem@uow.edu.au
As women are under represented in senior academic positions, suitably qualified women are encouraged to apply.

SOLICITOR: INDIGENOUS JUSTICE PROGRAM, Public Interest Advocacy Centre (Piac)
PIAC invites applications from solicitors to work with PIAC¹s Indigenous Justice Program (IJP). This is an opportunity to work in a dynamic community legal centre as a member of a professional team committed to achieving social justice.
In this challenging and rewarding position you will build and maintain links with Indigenous organisations and work with PIAC staff on advice, casework and advocacy in the public interest on behalf of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander clients.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.
Student Intern: Indigenous Justice Program PIAC invites applications from final year Indigenous law students to apply for a legal internship with PIAC¹s Indigenous Justice Program (IJP). The Intern will assist the IJP in all aspects of the IJP¹s legal and project work. The Intern will work full time during university vacations and part-time during semesters. This is a fixed-term position until June 2009. This is a position for an Indigenous person established as a special measure in order to help address disadvantage faced by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island people.
Job descriptions , including the selection criteria,  are attached to this email.
Further enquiries should be directed to Natasha Case on (02) 8898 6517.
Applications close 9 April 2008.

RESEARCH & ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT , Crime and Justice Research Network, Law Faculty, UNSW
Applications close 31 March 2008
A position is available for a research and administrative assistant to work with Professor Chris Cunneen in association with the Crime and Justice Research Network. Further information on the CJR Network can be found at www.cjrn.unsw.edu.au. It is expected that the successful candidate will be a graduate, or undergraduate close to completion. The person will demonstrate criminological and socio-legal research skills. Ability to maintain and update a website will be an advantage.
Duties will include:  Research assistance as required on a number of current research projects; Maintaining current email lists for the CJR Network; Organising seminars; Organising national conferences; Maintaining, updating and archiving the  CJR Network website; Maintaining research accounts and other accounts
The position is available for 15 hours per week.  The appointment is at a Level 5.
Applications can be sent to Professor Chris Cunneen, Faculty of Law, The University of New South Wales, UNSW Sydney NSW 2052, Australia
Fax: +61 (2) 9385 1175 Email:  c.cunneen@unsw.edu.au To discuss the position further,  phone Professor Chris Cunneen on 9385 8242.

SENIOR RESEARCH OFFICER (DPO III), NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research
Evaluation of Magistrates Early Referral Into Treatment (MERIT) program
Friday, 28 March 2008
The NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research has a vacancy for a Senior Research Officer to conduct an evaluation of the NSW Magistrates Early Referral Into Treatment (MERIT) program. MERIT is a Local Court diversion program that targets adult defendants with illicit drug use problems who are motivated to undertake drug treatment. The successful applicant will evaluate whether MERIT has any impact on the rate at which offenders return to the criminal justice system.
Total remuneration package to: $89,840.00 (includes salary range of $74,527.00-$81,414.00 depending on skills, experience and qualifications, plus employer's contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading). The position is full-time for 12 months.
Please note, all applications must address the following selection criteria:
- Tertiary qualifications in statistics, economics, epidemiology, psychology or any other discipline with a strong statistical component
- Demonstrated ability to analyse data using statistical software (eg. SAS, SPSS).
- Advanced understanding of evaluation research
- Highly developed written and oral communication skills
- Ability to write research reports to a standard suitable for peer-reviewed publication
- Ability to plan and organise work to meet deadlines for concurrent projects.
- ntact details for two referees should be provided  
Applicants can apply for this position online at www.jobs.nsw.gov.au or by email to agrecruitment@agd.nsw.gov.au or by post to the Recruitment Services Unit, Attorney General’s Department, Locked Bag 5111, Parramatta, NSW, 2124 For a guide to filling out NSW Public Sector employment applications, please visit www.jobs.nsw.gov.au.
Contact: Craig Jones, Research Manager, NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics & Research, GPO Box 6, Sydney NSW 2001, Ph +61 2 9231 9176 Fax +61 2 9231 9187

DIRECTOR, AUSTRALIAN INSTITUTE OF CRIMINOLOGY
Applications are sought from suitably qualified persons for appointment to the position of Director of the Australian Institute of Criminology. The Institute is established under the Criminology Research Act 1971 and is Australia's pre-eminent national crime and justice research centre. The Institute is governed by a Board of Management and reports to the Minister for Home Affairs.
The appointment is expected to be for a term of five years.The position is full-time and is based in Canberra
Applications showing full particulars of qualifications, experience and expertise, together with contact details, must be emailed to appointment_aic@ag.gov.au  by 5.00pm Friday 28 March 2008. 
Selection documentation is available at the recruitment section of the Attorney-General's Department website at www.ag.gov.au . Prospective applicants may direct specific inquiries about the position to Dr Dianne Heriot in the Attorney-General's Department on (02) 6250 6735.

LECTURER/SENIOR LECTURER IN CRIMINOLOGY
Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences
SCHOOL OF SOCIAL SCIENCES & INTERNATIONAL STUDIES
REF. 5488NET
The salary range for Lecturer is A$71,779 - A$84,618 per year and the salary range for Senior Lecturer is A$87,182 - A$100,022 per year plus 17% employer superannuation plus leave loading.
The School of Social Sciences and International Studies (SSIS) is located in the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences. The School started operating as a new school in February 2007 following a major restructuring of the Faculty. The new School brings together the former schools of Politics and International Relations, Social Science and Policy, Sociology and Anthropology, and Social Work, creating a strong and dynamic new research environment. Our research scholars occupy leading positions in research institutes, academia, and both the public sector and private sector in this country and overseas. We are a lively group of colleagues committed to research, writing and teaching.
We are looking for an energetic academic with expertise in criminology to contribute to its teaching and research programs. UNSW takes a broad definition of criminology, and welcomes applications from scholars who study crime and deviance, criminal justice, social regulation and the interaction between law and society.
This is a 3-year full-time position with the option to make continuing subject to satisfactory performance against agreed criteria. 
Applicants should systematically address the selection criteria in their application.  Women and people from equity groups are encouraged to apply.
Having read all the documentation, you may then direct any enquiries to Professor Janet Chan on (61 2) 9385 2405 or email j.chan@unsw.edu.au
Refer to the following webpage for further information and how to apply:
http://www.hr.unsw.edu.au/services/recruitment/jobs/23110707.html
Applications close : 14 December 2007

INTENSIVE CASE MANAGER  2 X POSITIONS
Tertiary qualified professional in: psychology, social work, human services,  health or behavioural sciences.
The Northern Territory Department of Justice is entering an exciting period of   growth and development, particularly in community based work that addresses cycles of violence through work with offenders. The Territory offers unique challenges across cultures, distance and disadvantage. Your skills and a genuine desire to make a difference, can impact not only on the lives of individuals, but entire communities
Two new positions are available to provide professional services to theCommunity Corrections teams in Katherine and in Alice Springs. Intensive Case Managers will primarily act in a consultative role regarding assessments, case management, planning and appropriate interventions for high risk offenders. Successful candidates will be professionally supported to bring their knowledge and skills from varied fields to bear on this critical and satisfying area of work We are seeking motivated professionals with knowledge and experience in assessments, interventions and case management who have excellent communications and collaborative skills and have an enthusiasm for work with Indigenous clients and communities
Positions are offered at the Professional 2 ($59 333 - $71 933). The Department of Justice offers generous employment conditions including six weeks annual leave.  Successful candidates may negotiate regarding relocation expenses
 Information on these positions including salary and application details can be found in our Recruitment Handbook. For a copy of the handbook go to  www.justice.nt.gov.au or phone 1300 659 247 and quote vacancy number 25755 Closing date for applications is 21 March 2008
To find out more about life in the Territory visit www.theterritory.com.au     
Contact: Justine Mickle, Intensive Case Management Project Officer NT Correctional Services Department of Justice Northern Territory Government (Grnd Floor, Old Admiralty Tower, 68 The Esplanade) GPO Box 3196 Darwin NT 0801, Tel:  +61 (08) 8935 7472  Fax:  +61 (08) 8942 3189, e-Mail:   justine.mickle@nt.gov.au, Web:     www.nt.gov.au

Research Fellow Level B, School Of Law: Faculty of Education, Humanities, Law & Theology
law-crimnet@mail.usyd.edu.au  Vacancy Reference No: 07345, Salary Range:  $65 068 to $77 265 pa full-time. Superannuation:   Employer contribution of 9% of salary
Total Remuneration Package: $70 924 to $84 219  which includes salary and employer superannuation contributions.. Up to 12 months fixed–term, full-time
Supervisor (Title):                Professor Andrew Goldsmith
Closing date:         5.00 pm Wednesday 5 December 2007

The appointee will be responsible for management and coordination of the project Policing the Neighbourhood: Australian Police Peace-keeping, Capacity-building, and Development in Timor-Leste, Solomon Islands and Papua New Guinea, and for the production of research publications.

Research Officer, Department of Justice, Office of Gaming and Racing
Grade 4: $60,307 - $68,424, Position No: DJ6634, Fixed Term 18 months
Closing date for applications is 14 December 2007, www.justice.vic.gov.au  
In 2006 the Victorian Government announced Taking action on problem gambling - a five year strategy to address problem gambling in Victoria. Your focus will be on leading research, evaluation and policy development activities which help shape the future of problem gambling treatment services for people in the Victorian Correctional Services System. The position requires you to utilise highly developed research, evaluation, strategic planning, written and verbal communication, policy and program development and project management skills. 
To apply online and for further information on position descriptions and selection criteria visit: www.careers.vic.gov.au

Lecturer - Level B, School of Government/TILES, Faculty of Arts, University of Tasmania
(Salary range $72,063 – $84,970, including 9% superannuation)
 Expressions of interest are invited for this one year, full-time, fixed-term position commencing in February 2008 or as soon as possible.
The Tasmanian Institute of Law Enforcement Studies (TILES) was established in August 2002 by the University of Tasmania and the Tasmanian Department of Police and Emergency Management.  TILES, which is based within the School of Government, is the focal point for all law enforcement research conducted at the University of Tasmania.
The appointee will be required to conduct research for the Tasmanian Institute of Law Enforcement Studies and to teach in the School of Government Police Studies program.
Please contact Associate Professor Roberta Julian on (03) 6226 2217 or email Roberta.Julian@utas.edu.au for a copy of the position description containing the selection criteria that will need to be addressed and submitted to reach the following address by 14 December 2007:

Senior Project Officer (Information). The NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research, in Sydney, is recruiting for a fulltime Senior Project Officer (Information).  This position provides an information service on crime and criminal justice issues to government agencies, non-government organisations, the media and the general public drawing on data and research from the NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research. The total remuneration package is $89,840 (inc. superannuation and leave loading) with a salary component starting at $74,527.  Applications close Friday 23 November.

Information packages are available here:  https://jobs.nsw.gov.au/JobDetails.asp?JobAdvertId=65685
Please direct queries to Jackie Fitzgerald, Deputy Director of the Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research by phone (02 9231 9174) or email (jackie_fitzgerald@agd.nsw.gov.au)

Selection Criteria
        - Tertiary qualifications in behavioural sciences or statistics, with an honours degree or equivalent postgraduate qualification;
         - Experience in the use of statistical software, such as SAS or SPSS;
         - Experience analysing and interpreting numerical data;
         - Capacity to exercise superior judgement when providing advice and information on crime and criminal justice issues;
         - Commitment to accuracy and attention to detail in the handling of data and the preparation of reports;
         - Ability to interpret and explain statistical data to a non-numerate audience;
         - High level oral and written communication skills, and liaison skills;

Senior research analysts/research analysts
The Australian Institute of Criminology (AIC) is the Australian Government’s independent national research agency for research and the dissemination of information on crime and criminal justice. The AIC:

• manages national monitoring programs on homicide, drug use amongst offenders, deaths in custody, armed robbery, firearms, juveniles in detention, and fraud against the Commonwealth;
• conducts research on a wide array of topics, including sexual assault, illicit drugs, transnational crime, cybercrime, fraud and Indigenous victims and offenders; and
• publishes policy relevant material that assists with crime reduction and prevention strategies and criminal justice practice.

Senior research analysts
Remuneration packages circa $95,000 to $125,000
The AIC seeks experienced and capable research managers, to lead small teams of research staff and to oversight key areas of research and its outputs, including reports, papers and presentations.  Skills and abilities are required that will provide strategic direction and ensure effective management of staff and research activity, including national monitoring programs and project work.  Excellent research, communication, staff supervision and project management skills are required.

Research analysts
Remuneration packages circa $65,000 to $95,000
The AIC also seeks experienced researchers to design, implement and report on major research projects and/or to be responsible for a national monitoring program.  Strong project management and communication skills and the ability to analyse and interpret qualitative and quantitative data are required.
Based in Canberra, the AIC offers challenging and rewarding work for its staff in a highly professional and collaborative environment. An Australian Workplace Agreement will be negotiated according to qualifications, skills and experience.
Selection details can be obtained from http://www.aic.gov.au/institute/vacant-position/
For additional information please call Carolyn Andreae on 02 6260 9216.
Applications addressing selection criteria should be emailed to
Position.Vacant@aic.gov.au by close of business Wednesday, 19 December 2007.

POLICY AND RESEARCH COORDINATOR (NTEU) The National Tertiary Education Union (NTEU) represents approximately 25,000 academic and general staff in universities and other tertiary education providers.  The Union is seeking applications for the position of Policy and Research Coordinator (PRC), in its National Office, based in South Melbourne, Victoria.  This is a senior position with high level policy, research, public advocacy and management responsibilities.  As part of the Union’s national management team, the PRC will work directly with the Union’s National President and will:

Coordinate the National Policy and Research Unit.
Develop and advocate Union policies on higher education research, funding and professional issues, and on broader economic and social issues relevant to the Union’s membership.
Negotiate and liaise with all levels of Government, and with university bodies, business, professional and community organisations, and the media.Experience in policy research, public advocacy, media liaison and a commitment to trade unionism are essential requirements for this position. Knowledge of or involvement in the tertiary education sector and highly developed management skills would be an advantage. 
 
NTEU is an equal opportunity employer. Salary is in the range of $81,898 to $89,454 plus a 17% employer superannuation contribution.
 A position description and statement detailing key selection criteria are available by calling NTEU National Office on (03) 9254 1910 or visiting www.nteu.org.au <http://www.nteu.org.au/>
 For further information about the position contact Andrew Nette in the NTEU National Office on (03) 9254 1910. 
 Applications addressing the selection criteria, including the names of three referees should be forwarded to Grahame McCulloch, General Secretary NTEU, PO Box 1323, South Melbourne Vic 3205.  Alternatively, fax (03) 92541915 or email akotaidis@nteu.

Publications Worker Family Violence, 30 hours p/wk, maternity leave position, fixed-term for 12 months. Employment Sector: Domestic/Family Violence, Policy & Research,
The Domestic Violence & Incest Resource Centre (DVIRC) is the state-wide centre for information about family and domestic violence and child sexual
assault. The Centre is seeking applicants with an understanding of these issues from a feminist perspective for the following positions:

Responsibilities include researching and writing a discussion paper, an e-newsletter, pamphlets and articles, experience in researching and
writing to deadlines. Applicants must have a tertiary degree, demonstrated experience in research and writing, and a high level of computer skills
(PC).

Salary for all positions as per SACS Award (CDW) Class 3 Year 2, advantageous salary packaging available and above award leave provisions.
For position descriptions see website www.dvirc.org.au or phone 9486 9866. Closing date for all positions 3/12/07.

Senior Evaluation Officer, Corrections Victoria: $69,584-$84,190 VPS Grade 5. The position requires someone with extensive knowledge and experienc ein evaluation design and methodologies, as well as experience in undertaking utilisation-focussed evaluations. The successful candidate will work in a research and evaluation team and will be responsible for implementing Corrections Victoria's Evaluation Strategy, managing commissioned projects, providing evlatio advice to other Units and undertaking some in-house evaluations.

To apply online and for further information on position descriptions and selection criteria visit: www.careers.vic.gov.au. Closing date for applications is 29 October 2007. www.justice.vic.gov.au. Strategic, Corporate and Financial Services, 121 Exhibition Street, Melbourne 3000.

The School of Social Science at the University of Western Sydney is currently recruiting for 2 Level B lecturers in Criminology and Policing and 2 positions in Sociology. Please go to the university website at http://www.uws.edu.au/future_staff   to obtain position descriptions and applications forms. Applications close October 11th 2007. Enquiries regarding all positions can be directed to
Melissa Maucort, 02 4736 0029 - email: m.maucort@uws.edu.au in the first instance and to

Associate Professor Moira Carmody Coordinator of the Criminology programme to obtain information about our criminology teaching and research programme m.carmody@uws.edu.au

University of Woolongong, Faculty of Law
Under the leadership of the newly appointed Dean, Professor Luke McNamara 3 postitions have become available: Lecturer, Senior Lecturer or Associate Professor in 2008. The successful applicants will contribute to the delivery of our teaching programs, including core LLB subjects and other subjects in their areas of research expertise, and maintain a high level of research productivity in association with at least one of our existing centres.

Full Professor, Indiana University, Department of Criminal Justice
Seeking a senior faculty member with credentials commensurate with that of a Full Professor; someone with a proven research record, a strong potential for continued scholarly productivity, and demonstrated achievement in teaching. Experience in securing external research support and training graduate students is also desirable.

Research Assistant, Australian Institute of Criminology: http://www.aic.gov.au/institute/vacant-position/  Applications providing contact details of two referees should be emailed to position.vacant@aic.gov.au by close of business 21 September 2007. Note that applications must address the selection criteria.
The Institute offers challenging and rewarding work for its staff in a highly professional and collaborative environment. Its researchers have diverse qualifications and experience and are able to undertake work both in their specialist and non-specialist fields.
Research assistants work on a wide range of research projects, including assisting with the design, conduct and analysis of research projects, preparation of literature reviews. Research assistants collaborate on and assist with the preparation of high quality publications from the research projects, and as appropriate, represent the AIC at key events.
The salary range for research assistants commences at $45,000 plus superannuation. Institute staff establish individual goals within a performance development scheme, which provides for annual salary increases subject to performance.
Further information about the Institute and its work can be obtained through the Institute's website http://www.aic.gov.au/ ) where the service charter, corporate plan and annual report are also available.

Lecturer/Senior Lecturer Criminology/Criminal Justice Studies

Townsville The School of Arts and Social Sciences, Faculty of Arts, Education and Social Sciences, John Curtin University. . Salary: Lecturer Academic Level B - $62,531 - $73,990 per annum or Senior Lecturer Academic Level C - $76,281 - $87,740 per annum.
The School is expanding its undergraduate and postgraduate Criminology programs. Current programs focus on: Young people; indigenous issues; rural and remote communities, particularly in tropical Australia and  environment and cultural heritage. The programs emphasise a critical approach to criminology and the criminal justice system.
Applicants will contribute to teaching and research in one, or more, of these areas and should have a postgraduate degree in Criminology, or a closely-allied field. A PhD, evidence of excellent teaching and a strong record of research and publication relative to opportunity will be required for appointment at Senior Lecturer level. Programs will be developed and offered in on-campus, flexible delivery, online and distance education modes. Experience and skill in developing and delivering programs for external delivery will be an advantage. Enquiries to: Professor Colin Ryan, telephone (07) 4781 4182, facsimile (07) 4781 4064, e-mail Colin.Ryan@jcu.edu.au
Employment Type: Appointment will be full-time for a fixed term until 30th June 2010 (with the possibility of extension) subject to a probationary period.
Level of appointment and commencing salary will be determined according to qualifications and experience. Salaries will increase by 3% on 1st July 2007. Benefits include generous employer superannuation contribution and attractive options for salary packaging. Applicants must follow the Method of Application procedures (including systematically addressing the Selection Criteria). Further information is available at http://www.jcu.edu.au/jobs/ or by contacting the Recruitment Officer, Faculty of Arts, Education and Social Sciences, telephone: (07) 4781 6207; e-mail Donna.Barrett@jcu.edu.au
Applications close on 22 June 2007. Please quote reference number 7125.
Equal Opportunity in Employment is University Policy
The University reserves the right to invite applications or not to make an appointment

Lectureship in Criminology, Cardiff School Of Social Sciences, 3 Year Fixed-Term: 26,402-31,535 (Grade 6) or 33,465 - 38,772 (Grade 7)
The School is looking for applications from outstanding individuals in the field of Criminology.  You should be committed to working collaboratively in the Schools interdisciplinary environment and to developing its programme of theoretically informed empirical research.   You will contribute to undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and the supervision of graduates may be required. You should have a higher degree (preferably at doctoral level) or equivalent research experience, reflected in a record of publication. The post is fixed-term for three years to cover the period of the award of an ESRC Professorial Fellowship to Professor M Levi.
Informal enquiries can be made to Professor Gordon Hughes, email HughesGH@cf.ac.uk, Tel:  02920 879055. Further details of the School can be found at www.cardiff.ac.uk/socsi.

Professor In Criminology , University Of Western Sydney, Australia, College Of Arts, School Of Social Sciences, Bankstown Campus (Ref No. 70147) Remuneration Package: Academic Level E - AUD$154,054 p.a. (comprising Salary, Superannuation and Leave Loading)
The University of Western Sydney is seeking to appoint a Professor in Criminology with expertise and established national and international links in the areas of crime, policing and justice issues. It is expected that applicants will have experience in more than one of these areas with an emphasis on the study of violence, policing and social order; public and private policing; and access to law and justice. The successful applicant will have a distinguished international reputation in Criminology, and be able to provide academic leadership in both research and teaching in the School of Social Sciences. The successful applicant will hold a PhD in a relevant social science area, have an outstanding record of publication, research higher degree supervision, and success in attracting external competitive research funds.
Position Enquiries: Professor Deborah Stevenson, +61 2 4736 0019 or email d.stevenson@uws.edu.au Closing Date: 17 July 2007.
How to apply and for the full range of benefits of working at UWS: Please visit the UWS Website: http://www.uws.edu.au/vacancies/

Professor In Sociology University Of Western Sydney, Australia, College Of Arts, School Of Social Sciences, Penrith Campus (Ref No. 70146) Remuneration Package: Academic Level E - AUD$154,054 p.a. (comprising Salary, Superannuation and Leave Loading)
The University of Western Sydney is also seeking to appoint a Professor in Sociology who has an established national and international reputation in the discipline. The successful applicant will provide leadership in developing the profile of UWS in sociology. Applications are particularly welcome from those who have expertise in one or more of the Schools areas of sociological expertise which include gender and health, urban sociology, the sociology of religion, and the study of globalisation and local cultures. The successful applicant would also be supported and encouraged to develop their specific areas of research specialisation.  
The successful applicant will have a distinguished international reputation in Sociology, be able to provide academic leadership in both research and teaching, and contribute to the governance of the School of Social Sciences. He or she will hold a PhD in Sociology, and have an outstanding record of publication, research higher degree supervision, and success in attracting external competitive research funds.
Position Enquiries: Professor Deborah Stevenson, +61 2 4736 0019 or email d.stevenson@uws.edu.au Closing Date: 17 July 2007.
How to apply and for the full range of benefits of working at UWS: Please visit the UWS Website: http://www.uws.edu.au/vacancies/

Law And Society Lecturer: Law School at the University of Canberra
A lecturer is required for semester 2 2007 to teach "Law and Society", an undergraduate subject in the Law School at the University of Canberra. The subject provides a foundation for advanced criminology and justice studies subjects, and is a core subject for the B.A. degree. The content will vary according to who is teaching it, but is advertised as providing an overview of the institutions of criminal justice, including police, courts and tribunals, prosecutors, and prisons; as well as informal methods of regulation and social control, such as private policing.  Topics of contemporary interest are also introduced. Emphasis is placed on
applications of research in a policy environment.
If you are interested in more information please contact David Tait at david.tait@canberra.edu.au, or phone +61 0(2) 6201 2729

Research Officer: Criminal Justice Research, Department of the Premier and Cabinet
This is a permanent position that will undertake research on criminal justice issues, and assist in analysing policy options in relation to these issues. It is also responsible for providing advice on research methodologies to criminal justice agencies. Applications for the position close 21 May 2007.
Position Description: http://www.jobs.qld.gov.au/search/JobDetail.asp?JobId=73244

University of Ulster, Faculty of Social Sciences, Lecturers in Humanrights/ International Law, Base: Jordanstown

Coordinator/Activist, Justice Action
 
Position details:

•  Campaigning/researching on current issues of concern in the criminal justice system, and liaising and lobbying Members of Parliament, departmental representatives and other organisations
• Writing news releases and lobbying through the media (mainstream and alternative)
• Coordination of volunteers and overseeing office work
• Maintaining networks with other groups and individuals nationally and internationally
• Contributing to fund-raising activities
  Answering enquiries from prisoners about their cases and general prison matters and relating these to current campaigns, answering prisoners letters
• Contributing to our publications Justice Action is a community-based criminal justice organisation.

We are looking for a coordinator with a commitment to social justice issues. Excellent organisational and communication skills are essential. The position and pay is flexible, to suit the right person.
The style is forthright and direct. www.justiceaction.org.au
Examples of past and current campaigns wrongful convictions, human and privacy rights, emu plains visits, disarm beat police drug law reform, post-release services for prisoners, prisoners right to vote, police shootings, computers in jails, mental health services
Please email CV to ja@justiceaction.org.au or Fax 9660 9100

Call for lead editor of a proposed journal on Research Synthesis
Methods : The new Society for Research Synthesis Methodology (SRSM) is a small, international, group of researchers from different application areas with a common interest in research synthesis including statistical methods, empirical studies and systematic review methods. The Society wishes to launch a new journal on research synthesis methods and significant progress has been made in this regard. Interest has been expressed from two publishers for setting up a Society journal.
The Society wishes to cast a wide net for initial lead editor, searching for the most competent person rather than limiting the post to members of SRSM.
Please contact Alex Sutton ( ajs22@leicester.ac.uk) or Jesse Berlin ( JBerlin@prdus.jnj.com) for more information or with expressions of interest.
Dr Susie Page, Matrix Research and Consultancy Ltd, Epworth House, 25 City Road, London EC1Y 1AA, Switchboard: 0207684 5777, Direct Tel: 020 7614 0553

WIRE Women's Information: Research Assistant - Fixed Term Confract to December 2007 (Minimum 5 days per fortnight) Advertisement

The University of Hong Kong, Department of Sociology - Three Positions available. For further information, please browse the webpage of our Department: http://www.hku.hk/sociodep/vacancy.html.

Professor in Sociology/Anthropology (Ref.: RF-2006/2007-449) from as soon as possible. T he appointment will be made under the Centenary Recruitment Plan (CRP) on a three-year fixed-term basis, with the possibility of renewal and consideration for tenure during the second three-year contract, or on tenure terms for exceptionally outstanding candidates. Review of applications will start from April 2, 2007 and will continue until the post is filled.

Associate/Assistant Professor in Criminology (Ref.: RF-2006/2007-450), from September 1, 2007 on a three-year fixed-term basis, with the possibility of renewal. Closes March 15, 2007.

Assistant Professor in Sociology/Anthropology (2 posts) (Ref.: RF- 2006/2007-451) from September 1, 2007 on a three-year fixed-term basis, with the possibility of renewal. . Closes March 15, 2007.

Manager, Office of the Secretary, Secretariat, Victorian Criminal Justice System Steering Committee,
VPS Grade 6, PART TIME, $82,864 - $110,889 (pro rata) Frances Cataldo/Liana Buchanan 8684 0511

Senior Project Officer– City Safety and Drugs Action Plan, City of Melbourne
$69 700 - $78 500 (pro rata) + super
Temporary up to 12 months

Research Assistant ARC Linkage Project

University of Melbourne

Policy Officer-Corrections
Department of Justice: http://jobs.careers.vic.gov.au/jobtools/jncustomsearch.viewFullSingle?in_organid=14123&in_jnCounter=221227885&in_version=&in_jobDate=All&in_jobType=&in_residency=&in_graphic=&in_param=&in_searchbox=YES&in_recruiter=&in_jobreference=&in_orderby=&in_navigation1

Policy Officer-Drug Policy
Department of Justice: http://jobs.careers.vic.gov.au/jobtools/jncustomsearch.viewFullSingle?in_organid=14123&in_jnCounter=221227860&in_version=&in_jobDate=All&in_jobType=&in_residency=&in_graphic=&in_param=&in_searchbox=YES&in_recruiter=&in_jobreference=&in_orderby=&in_navigation1=&in_summary=

Tutor in Police Studies
Monash University

Senior Policy/ Program Advisor
Department of Human Services

Lecturer (Level B) Law and Justice
University of Sydney, Faculty of Business and Law, School of Law and Justice, Joondalup Campus

Research Officer

Research Officer position with the Office of Police Integrity. The role is for a period of approximately 3 months. As it will be on a casual basis, the position description is a guide to the duties of the position rather than an indication of the conditions of employment , however the starting rate is $22.72 per hour (VPS2). The successful applicant will primarily be conducting literature reviews and comparative research, and may be required to assist with report writing. Download the Position Description.

Department of Justice - Project Manager, Sexual Assault Reform Unit
Full time - fixed term to June 2008

The 2006-07 State Budget allocated funding for initiatives to transform the criminal justice system's response to sexual assault.  A new Sexual Assault Reform Unit plays a leading role in developing, co-ordinating and evaluating current and future phases of reform.
The Department of Justice is looking for a dynamic, creative, visionary individual to lead the planning, coordination and monitoring of the implementation and evaluation of sexual assault reform projects carried out by the Department of Justice and other agencies; the support of governance mechanisms (including by reporting on the progress of projects); the development of a strategy for long term cultural change within the justice system; and the identification, design and achievement of research priorities to drive the current and future phases of sexual assault reform.
For application details and position description see our advertisement at www.careers.vic.gov.au (Under Department of Justice Reference No: DJ5589)
Closing Date: 27 January 2007
Contact Jon Cina  (03) 9603 9123  jon.cina@justice.vic.gov.au

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