Research Assistant

3 weeks ago

Sydney, Australia CLSA Full time

Research Assistant

**Position Description**:
This position is responsible for providing support to the research function in the Sydney office. The incumbent is primarily responsible for coordinating research activities (eg Travel, expenses, Event coordination, Research Subscriptions management) and maintaining sound working relationships with colleagues and other outside parties. Other responsibilities may include data collection, report and presentation preparation, and assisting Research Analysts with other ad hoc projects as required.

The Research Assistant's role is an integral part of the Australian Research team's success. The position requires effective teamwork contribution in the form of proactive team support, communication of issues that require action or that may contribute to the team's development, and providing support for each other.

**Key Areas of Responsibilities**:

- Arrange business travel and itineraries for all staff undertaking domestic or international trips, coordinating with other CLSA office travel staff as required.
- Processing expense claims and collection of receipts, and undertaking verification of claims and adherence to all policies.
- Assist the corporate access team with event co-ordination, invitations, name tags, binding of corporate presentations.
- Assist with office management tasks as required.
- Assist with any other ad hoc administration tasks (including data entry) as required.
- Assist Research Analysts and the Head of Research - Australia in compiling and presenting information.
- Prepare presentation materials in PowerPoint and other electronic and paper base formats.
- Maintain sound working relationships with both internal and external stakeholders.

**Key Performance Indicators**:

- Be well organized, accurate, conscientious and resilient and strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Able to demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills and stakeholder management Will be a fast learner with an ability to adapt to new systems and processes. Be process orientated, able to
- robust procedures and processes and ensure policy compliance.
- Be self-motivated and able to work independently as well as part of a team.

**Requirements**:

- Minimum 2+ years of office management or related experience.
- Financial services experience preferred though not a prerequisite.
- Proficient using Microsoft office packages including Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
- Strong communication, interpersonal and advocacy skills (both written and verbal).
- Exceptional organizational skills.
- Professional presentation at all times for a front of house role which includes interactions with our highly valued clients.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong problem solving, analytical, and relationship management skills.
- Motivated individual who wants to develop their skills and career in financial services.

Not the right fit?

Job ID JR000509

  • Research Assistant

    4 weeks ago

    Sydney, Australia Garvan Institute of Medical Research Full time

    The Garvan Institute of Medical Research brings together world leading researchers and clinicians, collaborating locally and globally, to improve human health. Our mission is to harness all the information encoded in our genome to better diagnose, treat, predict and prevent disease. From the individual patient with rare disease, to the many thousands...

  • Research Assistant

    4 weeks ago

    Sydney, Australia The Garvan Institute of Medical Research Full time

    The Garvan Institute of Medical Research is widely reputed as the pre-eminent medical research institute in Australia and has strong working links with other leading research groups in Australia, specifically for this project, the Centre for Healthy Brain Ageing (CHeBA) at the University of New South Wales Sydney. CHeBA is an international centre of...

  • Market Research Field Workers

    4 weeks ago

    Sydney, Australia Taverner Research Full time

    Taverner Research is a dynamic and independent market research company located in Surry Hills, Sydney NSW (right near Central Station). We are looking for bright and energetic people to join our **Sydney **Face to Face Fieldwork Team for a specific project lasting around 6 weeks with the opportunity to work on other projects as they become...

  • Computational Research Assistant

    7 days ago

    Sydney, Australia The Garvan Institute of Medical Research Full time

    The Garvan Institute of Medical Research brings together world-leading clinicians and basic and translational researchers to break down barriers between traditional scientific disciplines and find solutions to disease. THE OPPORTUNITY The Research Assistant is accountable for assisting with bioinformatic analysis of experiments conducted within the...

  • Research Officer

    4 weeks ago

    Sydney, Australia Garvan Institute of Medical Research Full time

    The Garvan Institute of Medical Research brings together world-leading researchers and clinicians, collaborating locally and globally, to improve human health. Our mission is to harness all the information encoded in our genome to better diagnose, treat, predict and prevent disease. From individual patients with rare diseases to the many thousands affected...

  • Research Assistant

    3 weeks ago

    Sydney, Australia UNSW Australia Full time

    Why Your Role Matters : As a Research Assistant, you will play a key role in Cancer Clinical Academic Group (CAG) by supporting research studies as part of a multidisciplinary team of researchers in the area of oncology. You will provide administrative and research assistance to senior research staff including, coordinating the general administration...

  • Research Assistant

    4 weeks ago

    Sydney, Australia University of New South Wales Full time

    **Job no**: 515209 **Work type**: casual **Location**: Sydney, NSW **Categories**: Research Administration support The Scope 3 and Human Rights Hub has been established within the Australian Human Rights Institute at UNSW to: - increase knowledge about the contribution of Australia’s total emissions (including from its exported coal and gas) to...

  • Research Assistant- Gynaecological Research and

    4 weeks ago

    Sydney, Australia University of New South Wales Full time

    **Job no**: 524051 **Work type**: full time **Location**: Sydney, NSW **Categories**: Research Administration support, Clinical/Medical Research **Employment Type**: Full Time (35-hours week) **Duration**:12 months fixed term **Remuneration**:$82K- $93K per annum + 17% super + annual leave loading **Location**:Royal Hospital for Women, Sydney...

  • Research Assistant

    4 weeks ago

    Sydney, Australia University of New South Wales Full time

    **Job no**: 516618 **Work type**: casual **Location**: Sydney, NSW **Categories**: Research Administration support - Casual - Level 4: $49.19 per hour **Position Summary** A Research Assistant provides research and administrative support to the research project/team. The SDR Hub is a global network coordinated by the University of New South Wales. We...

  • Research Assistant

    6 days ago

    Sydney, Australia University of New South Wales Full time

    **Job no**: 522983 **Work type**: full time **Location**: Sydney, NSW **Categories**: Research Administration support **The Opportunity** The Global Water Institute (GWI), UNSW, has an opportunity for a **Research Assistant**. In this role you will provide research and administrative support to research activities in GWI in the Faculties of Arts, Design...

  • Research Assistant

    4 weeks ago

    Sydney, Australia The George Institute Full time

    **Full Time (1.0 FTE)**: - ** 1 Year, fixed term contract**: - ** Hybrid working arrangements available, with a combination of office and virtual work**: - ** Respected global research organisation**: - ** Make an impact on global health outcomes**: - ** Fantastic culture** The George Institute (TGI) is 700+ people around the world, all focused on...

  • Research Assistant

    6 days ago

    Sydney, Australia Lowy Institute Full time

    **(part-time)**: The Lowy Institute, Australia’s leading international policy think tank, is seeking a **Research Assistant (part-time, 3 days a week)** to join its Pacific Aid Map team. **About the role**: **About you**: We are interested to hear from a diverse range of high calibre individuals with something unique to offer.

  • Casual Research Assistant

    4 weeks ago

    Sydney, Australia University of New South Wales Full time

    **Job no**: 520745 **Work type**: casual **Location**: Sydney, NSW **Categories**: Administration, Research Administration support A Research Assistant provides routine support to research activities under guidance in the School of Built Environment. **This role will**: - Perform data entry. - Format articles. - Collect research information. - Check...

  • Research Assistant

    6 days ago

    Sydney, Australia University of New South Wales Full time

    **Job no**: 523529 **Work type**: full time **Location**: Sydney, NSW **Categories**: Research Administration support **Research Assistant - Surgical and Orthopaedic Research Laboratories** - Employment Type: Full-time (35 hour week) - Duration: 12 month fixed term contract - Remuneration: $82,818 - $93,711 + 17% Super and leave loading - Location:...

  • Research Assistant

    7 days ago

    Sydney, Australia University of New South Wales Full time

    **Job no**: 515206 **Work type**: full time **Location**: Sydney, NSW **Categories**: Research Administration support **Research Assistant - Ovarian Cancer** - Employment Type: Full time (35 hour/week) - Duration: 6 month Fixed Term contract (with possibility of extension) - Remuneration: $78,130 - $88,407 plus 17% super & leave loading - Location:...

  • Research Assistant

    6 days ago

    Sydney, Australia University of New South Wales Full time

    **Job no**: 515274 **Work type**: full time **Location**: Sydney, NSW **Categories**: Research Administration support **Research Assistant - The Kirby Institute** - Employment Type: Full-time (35 hour week) - Duration: 12 month fixed term contract - Remuneration: $71,629 - $75,560 + 17% Super and leave loading - Location: Kensington, NSW (Hybrid Flexible...

  • Research Assistant

    6 days ago

    Sydney, Australia University of New South Wales Full time

    **Job no**: 523624 **Work type**: part time **Location**: Sydney, NSW **Categories**: Research Administration support **Research Assistant (Lived Experience - Intellectual Disability) - The Kirby Institute** - This position is open to applicants with a lived experience of intellectual disability only. This means a person has an intellectual disability. -...

  • Museum Research Assistant

    7 days ago

    Sydney, Australia Reserve Bank of Australia Full time

    At the Bank we recognise people who want to be part of a team and help the Australian people. We aren't all about interest rates and the economic policies - we also educate the public about who we are and what we do. For nearly 20 years, Australians of all ages and backgrounds have been educated and inspired by the Reserve Bank of Australia Museum,...

  • Research Assistant

    4 weeks ago

    Sydney, Australia University of New South Wales Full time

    **Job no**: 520590 **Work type**: full time **Location**: Sydney, NSW **Categories**: Clinical/Medical Research - Employment Type: Full time (35 hour/week) - Duration: 12-month Fixed Term contract - Remuneration: $85K plus 17% super & leave loading - Location: Kensington, NSW **About UNSW**: UNSW isn’t like other places you’ve worked. Yes, we’re a...

  • Research Assistant-molecular Oncology

    4 weeks ago

    Sydney, Australia University of New South Wales Full time

    **Job no**: 524203 **Work type**: full time **Location**: Sydney, NSW **Categories**: Research Administration support, Clinical/Medical Research **Employment Type**: Full Time (35-hours week) **Duration**:6 months fixed term **Remuneration**:$82K- $93K per annum + 17% super + annual leave loading **Location**:Kensington campus, NSW **Why this role...