Research Assistant

Position Number: 0065313
Location: The Royal Children's Hospital
Role type: Part-time (0.6 to 1.0 FTE); Fixed-term for 2 years
Faculty: Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences
Department/School: Department of Paediatrics, Melbourne Medical School
Salary: Level A - $83,468 - $113,262 p.a. (pro rata for part-time) plus 17% super

Your next career opportunity
This newly established position offers an exceptional opportunity for an experienced Research Assistant to work closely with the Bob Dickens Chair in Paediatric Orthopaedic Surgery. Providing high-level research and administrative support, and playing a vital role in advancing knowledge in this field at a national level. The role will encompass project management, ethics applications, and clinical trials, alongside supporting the development of innovative assessment tools and methodologies. You will also engage with key stakeholders to facilitate meaningful collaboration and impact. This position offers the opportunity to be part of a multidisciplinary environment that is shaping the future of paediatric healthcare through excellence in research, teaching, and clinical practice.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting research activities by contributing to project management, ethics applications, embedded trials, and the development of innovative assessment tools.
• Conducting literature searches, maintaining EndNote libraries, assisting with qualitative and quantitative data collection and analysis, and contributing to grant applications and research dissemination.
• Engaging with key stakeholders, including researchers, clinicians, policymakers, and individuals with lived experience, to facilitate collaboration and ensure research is impactful and widely recognised.
• Participating in departmental and campus-wide seminars, meetings, and committees while upholding the University's values of integrity, professionalism, and inclusivity.

You may be a great fit if:

You are a highly organised and proactive individual with exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, capable of building strong relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders. You possess the ability to work collaboratively within a research team, alongside clinicians, policymakers, and individuals with lived experience. With a keen eye for detail and a commitment to excellence, you demonstrate sound judgement, discretion, and integrity in all aspects of your work. Your adaptability and problem-solving skills enable you to navigate complex research environments, while your enthusiasm for contributing to meaningful, high-impact research ensures you make a valuable contribution to the team.

You may also:

• Hold a bachelor's degree in Physiotherapy, Health Science, Biomedical Science, Medicine, or a related discipline.
• Demonstrate strong communication skills, with the ability to effectively convey research findings and present at national and international conferences.
• Have experience in engaging with diverse stakeholders, including researchers, clinicians, policymakers, and individuals with lived experience of disability.
• Uphold professionalism, integrity, and discretion, with a strong commitment to maintaining confidentiality and ethical research practices.

What we offer you
We offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits to support your success and sense of fulfilment, including:

• Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being
• Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balance
• Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance
• Health and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program
• Comprehensive career development and training, plus a 25% discount on UniMelb graduate courses for your immediate family members

Your new team – The Department of Paediatrics
The Department of Paediatrics serves as the flagship representative of the University's collaboration with the Royal Children's Hospital, sharing a location on Flemington Road in Parkville. This department, situated within the School of Medicine, holds a significant role in overseeing the Child & Adolescent Health component of the Doctor of Medicine program. It boasts a team of 82 academic and professional staff, along with 447 honorary academic staff members, alongside a student body of over 150 individuals pursuing research degrees ranging from Honours to Masters and PhD levels.

Be Yourself
The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child-safe organisation. We are committed to creating an inclusive and equitable workplace where all individuals feel valued, respected, and have the opportunity to thrive regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, age, being a parent or having caring responsibilities.

Working at the University – what you need to know
This role requires the successful candidate to maintain a Working with Children Check. The successful candidate can apply for the WWCC as part of the onboarding process. In the case the selected candidate doesn't have a valid Working with Children Check, they will be able to apply for the WWCC as part of the initial onboarding procedures.

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

Join Us and unlock your career potential
Is this the perfect opportunity for you? Apply today Including the following documents:

• Resume
• Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience
• The responses against the Selection Criteria^ (found in the Position Description)

^For information to help you with compiling short statements to answer the selection criteria and competencies, please go to http://about.unimelb.edu.au/careers/selection-criteria

If you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please feel free to contact Petra Newton via email at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au, ensuring that you include the Position Number and the Job Title as the subject. Please do not share your application to this email address.

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