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Academic researchers collect and analyse data to expand knowledge in their field, publishing findings to effect real-world change.

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How do I become an Academic Researcher?

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Academic Researchers generally earn in excess of $124,800 per annum. You can increase your earning capacity by publishing books, papers, and educational materials based on your research.

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This is specialist field so there are no clear employment figures for this occupation. Academic Researchers are employed by universities and educational institutions in Australia and internationally.

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Academic Researchers are degree qualified and hold a PhD in their specialist field. This could be Psychology, Engineering, Medicine, Public Health, Sciences, Literature, and more. To launch your career as an academic researcher, complete an undergraduate Bachelor of Research and choose a study major in your field (eg, Engineering, Computer Science, IT, Physics, Statistics, Environmental Sciences, Medicine and Health). You’ll also need another Bachelor’s Degree or Master’s Degree in your specialist field, as well as a PhD. You’ll also benefit from working as a research assistant and honing your written communication skills.

Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights 2023

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Academic Researcher careers

Academic researchers are degree-qualified professionals who are curious about the world and seek to expand the body of knowledge in their chosen field. They use universally accepted methodologies to collect and analyse data, then publish their findings so their research becomes available industry stakeholders, other academic institutions, and (sometimes) the general public.

One of the most exciting aspects of this career, is that your research can lead to real changes and improvements in the world, particularly if you specialise in technology, medicine, education, or public health.

To succeed in this career, you’ll need a keen eye for detail, a curious mind that can identify patterns across the data and other studies, a commitment to accuracy and data integrity, and outstanding writing skills.

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