Research Assistant

2 weeks ago


Melbourne, Victoria, Australia University of Melbourne Full time

About the Role

We are seeking a highly motivated Research Assistant with experience in mental health settings to join the Ramsay Clinic Albert Road Research Unit (RCARRU) through a collaboration with the Department of Psychiatry. Supporting Professor Malcolm Hopwood's research program on mood disorders, the successful candidate will be involved in participant recruitment, administering mental health measures, data collection, and entry.

Your responsibilities will include:

Recruitment of participants into active research Interview participants using a battery of standardised clinical assessment instruments, in accordance with a research protocol Assist with the implementation of research at the Ramsay Clinic Albert Road Collect accurate data and assist with data entry, verification and basic data analysis

Who We Are Looking For

You will have excellent attention to detail, strong collaborative skills, and demonstrated administrative and organisational abilities in a research setting. Additionally, you will possess excellent verbal and written communication skills f and the ability to work independently with multidisciplinary stakeholders while following directions as needed.

You will also have:

A degree in the psychology, nursing, behavioural or social sciences, allied health and/or related discipline, with subsequent experience A strong interest in mood disorders, mental health interventions and an understanding of psychiatric diagnoses and disorders Demonstrated experience and ability to conduct interviews and use standardised mental health clinical assessment instruments Demonstrated ability to adhere to a research protocol, problem solving skills and an awareness of the principles of the International Conference on Harmonisation and Good Clinical Practice (ICH GCP)

For further information regarding responsibilities and requirements, please refer to the attached PD.

Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position . This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.

Your New Teams –

Department of Psychiatry
The Department of Psychiatry at the University of Melbourne is a leading institution focused on advancing mental health research and education. With a dedicated team and diverse research areas, we strive to improve understanding and treatment of mental health disorders. Join us to make a meaningful impact and shape the future of mental health.

Ramsay Clinic Albert Road
Ramsay Clinic Albert Road is a premier specialist private psychiatric facility. The Clinic provides inpatient, outpatient and community based mental health care via a comprehensive range of assessment and treatment modalities and services.

What We Offer You In addition, we offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a range of benefits, including generous leave provisions, salary packaging, health and well-being services and discounts on graduate courses. For more information, check out our benefits page

About the University of Melbourne
We're tightly connected with the community, both at home and abroad. We take pride in our people, who all contribute to our mission to benefit society through the transformative impact of education and research. Discover more via our website and stay connected with our stories and people on LinkedIn.

We are dedicated to ensuring barrier free and inclusive practices to recruit the most talented candidates. If you require reasonable adjustments, please contact the employee listed on the first page of the Position Description found below, with an email containing your name and contact details for a confidential discussion. Please ensure your email is titled "Reasonable Adjustments Request".

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians, with unprecedented investment to attract, nurture and retain Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and staff. Tangible support through a range of programs and initiatives will ensure that you personally succeed and flourish while at the University of Melbourne.



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