Research Assistant

Overview

The University of Sydney is seeking two part-time (0.4 FTE) Research Assistants for the Community Paediatrics Research Group, part of the Central Clinical School. The group, led by Professor Susan Woolfenden, includes a diverse team of researchers focused on studies that help children and their families. The opportunity supports work to enhance child health, well-being and development, build equitable health systems in the community, and study health disparities and outcomes using epidemiological data. The role supports the MRFF-funded EPIC-ND project, a mixed-methods, multi-site randomised controlled trial evaluating social prescribing for families of children with neurodisability, with implementation and economic evaluation. Two part-time positions are available: remote roles based in Newcastle, NSW and Sydney, NSW study sites.

Two Part-time Positions

• Remote Research Assistant based in Newcastle, NSW, supporting the HNEkidsRehab study site.
• Research Assistant based in Sydney, NSW, supporting The Children's Hospital at Westmead and/or Sydney Children's Hospital Randwick study sites.

Your key responsibilities

• Undertake screening of potential participants, recruitment, consent, and enrolment at the NSW Health study sites.
• Support data collection (quantitative and qualitative) and data analysis.
• Enter data into databases, maintain tracking documentation, and ensure data quality and accuracy.
• Confidently communicate sensitive information and participant data to team members per approved processes.
• Assist with preparing and submitting ethics applications.
• Coordinate with the team to produce quality reports, verify data accuracy within university systems, and actively engage in compliance initiatives to uphold regulations.
• Attend research meetings and training sessions and take minutes.
• Undertake other duties appropriate within the classification level as required.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree or equivalent in Health, Allied Health, Psychology, or other relevant discipline with subsequent relevant experience or equivalent competence gained through any combination of education, training and experience.
• Knowledge, experience and understanding of the health and social care needs of priority populations, including people with lived experience of neurodisability.
• Experience working with and/or supporting people with chronic and complex health conditions, including people with lived experience of neurodisability (preferred).
• Knowledge of research protocols, experimental design and planning involved in developing research projects and reporting against milestones.
• Experience working with a range of computer systems and applications, including REDCap, NVivo, and Excel.
• Demonstrated superior interpersonal communication skills, including with people with lived experience of neurodisability, to initiate and maintain effective stakeholder relationships whilst exercising discretion and confidentiality.
• Excellent time management skills, manage multiple tasks and meet competing deadlines by using judgement and initiative.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a high level of attention to detail and the ability to liaise effectively with a range of stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and productively within a team, but also to take initiative and work independently while managing competing demand.
• Knowledge of health and safety responsibilities and commitment to attending relevant health and safety training.

Sponsorship / work rights for Australia

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

Pre-employment checks

Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including termination of employment.

As this position is located on an NSW Health site, it is a regulatory requirement to complete compulsory employment checks prior to starting in this position. For more information and instructions, please visit NSW Health employment requirements.

Working with Children Check

This position is designated as involving child-related work. To undertake or remain in this position, you are required to apply for and obtain a Working with Children Check clearance in accordance with the Child Protection (Working with Children) Act 2012.

EEO statement

At the University of Sydney, our shared values are trust, accountability and excellence and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a university community that thrives through diversity and reflects the wider community we serve. We deliver on this through our commitment to diversity and inclusion, evidenced by our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people living with a disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and those who identify as LGBTIQ+. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds. We are proud to be recognised as an Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) Gold employer.

How to apply

Applications (including a cover letter, CV, and any additional supporting documentation) can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page. For employees of the University or contingent workers, please login into your Workday account and navigate to the Career icon on your Dashboard. Click on USYD Find Jobs and apply. For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or any documents in alternate formats, please contact Ajaypal Singh, Recruitment Operations by email to ajaypal.singh@sydney.edu.au.

The University of Sydney

The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.

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